Two cultures known for their hospitality and scrumptious cuisine will host festivals throughout the month to flaunt their reputations. The San Gennaro Feast is slated for Sept. 9-14, and the Las Vegas Greek Food Festival is Sept. 18-21.

Volunteers at St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church fired up the ovens two weeks ago in preparation for the Greek festival, just as they have every summer for the past 36 years.