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ROY'S TO HOST WINE DINNER

Roy's Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine in Summerlin will host a wine dinner featuring Tobin James Cellars of Paso Robles at 6:30 p.m. May 21.

The dinner will include four courses and dessert. The first course is Tasmanian sea trout with goat cheese and heirloom tomatoes, paired with Dream Weaver Sparklings. The second course is Sous Vied Kona Kampachi with Chardonnay Beurre Blanc, paired with 2006 James Gang Reserve Chardonnay. The third course is peppercorn-crusted Kobe beef with cabernet reduction, paired with 2006 Notorious Cabernet Sauvignon. The fourth course is medallion of lamb with blackberry zinfandel sauce, paired with 2006 James Gang Reserve Zinfandel. Dessert is Trio of Chocolate with raspberry souffle, Lilikoi Truffle and homemade chocolate chip ice cream, paired with 2006 Liquid Love Late Harvest Zinfandel.

The cost is $85 per person, plus tax and gratuity, and seating is limited. To RSVP, call 838-3620.

Roy's Summerlin is located at 8701 W. Charleston Blvd.

CLASS TO FOCUS ON BARBECUE RUBS

Chef Michael Anderson will teach a class on barbecue rubs from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Creative Cooking School, 7385 W. Sahara Ave.

Learn the basics of barbecue sauces and rubs and explore different preparations from around the country. The hands-on class is for all skill levels.

The cost is $99. Call 562-3900.

LEARN TO ROLL SUSHI AT HACHI

Hachi inside Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd., will offer a hands-on sushi-rolling class at 6:30 p.m. May 21 for $85 per person, plus tax.

Executive chef Linda Rodriguez, her husband and chef de cuisine, Martin Swift, and head sushi chef Fernando Luna of Hachi will teach the class.

Rodriguez was the first female chef to have studied under famed chef Nobu Matsuhisa.

The two-hour class will offer each participant their own work area with all ingredients at arm's length.

For more information or to make a reservation, call 797-7054.

TAKE COMMUNITY COOKING CLASSES AT LE CORDON BLEU

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, 1451 Center Crossing Road, offers cooking classes to the community from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on select dates. On May 30, students will make burgers and diner food. Cost varies per class, but ranges from $125 to $150, and includes a continental breakfast and lunch.

For more information, or to register, call 851-5376.

VIA BRASIL OFFERS LATE NIGHT DINING SPECIAL

Via Brasil Steakhouse offers its rodizio dinner, featuring an extensive array of cuts of meat, complimentary side dishes and gourmet salad bar, for $35.95 from 9 p.m. to close, Monday through Thursday. The dinner is normally priced at $42.95.

Via Brasil is located at 1225 S. Fort Apache Road, No. 100. Reservations are encouraged and can be made by calling 804-1400 or online at www.viabrasilsteakhouse.com.

ITALIAN RESTAURANT OPEN FOR SUNDAY BRUNCH

Bertolini's Authentic Trattoria, 9500 W. Sahara Ave., now offers an Italian-inspired brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays. In addition to its regular menu, Bertolini's will feature frittata Florentine, a flat omelet with sautéed vegetables, grilled tenderloin panini and an egg spinach wrap, complemented with $1 mimosas and Bloody Marys.

For more information, call 869-1540 or visit www.bertolinis.net/westlasvegas.

CHARLIE'S LAKESIDE CASINO HAS SENIOR EARLY BIRD SPECIALS

Charlie's Lakeside Casino, 8603 W. Sahara Ave., now is offering senior early bird specials every Tuesday and Sunday from 5 to 7 p.m. All seniors ages 55 and older will receive $3 off each dinner entree. Entrees include New York steak served with a choice of two sides, chicken fried steak topped with country gravy also served with a choice of two sides, and fish and chips served with fries and coleslaw, to name a few. Pasta dishes include shrimp scampi, fettuccine alfredo and linguine and clams.

For more information, call 804-5167.

CHEF'S TABLE ADDS NEW DIMENSION TO EATING OUT

Marche Bacchus French Bistro and Wine Market, 2620 Regatta Drive, recently unveiled its chef's table, located adjacent to the kitchen in the newly remodeled Salon du Vin.

The concept creates an intimate dining opportunity as it provides guests with a complete food experience in an exclusive setting. Guests who book this table receive one-on-one interaction with chef Jean Paul Labadie, who creates a customized menu for up to six people, priced at $70 per person for a five-course meal, including dessert; the cost is $115 with wine pairings. Reservations are strongly advised. Call 804-8008.

MARCHE BACCHUS' FRIDAY HAPPY HOUR OFFERS $9 DEALS

Marche Bacchus French Bistro and Wine Market, 2620 Regatta Drive, offers a happy hour from 5 to 7 p.m. Fridays inside its Salon du Vin. A special menu with all items priced at $9 includes Kobe beef sliders; lobster Monte Cristo; tuna and cucumber lettuce wraps; duck confit with blue cheese, marinated cherries and arugula pizza; roasted chicken with portobello mushroom and Gruyère cheese pizza; fried calamari with pickled peppers and more.

Marche Bacchus offers more than 40 wines by the glass, along with 950 different labels of wine, beer and sake. A live jazz musician rounds out the experience. To learn more or to sign up for the Marche Bacchus newsletter, visit www.Marchebacchus.com.

CHARLIE'S LAKESIDE CASINO OFFERS CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH

Charlie's Lakeside Casino, 8603 W. Sahara Ave., now offers a champagne brunch every Sunday on its patio with jazz and easy listening music performed live.

The champagne brunch runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and each guest receives a complimentary glass of champagne. The patio dining includes dishes such as eggs Benedict and filet medallions with eggs, egg sardou, Creole omelet and French toast bananas Foster.

Charlie's Lakeside Casino serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and bar appetizers 24/7 and has piano bar entertainment featuring Lawrence Kubica. Entertainment is from 6 to 11 p.m. Thursdays and from 7 to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

For more information, call 804-5167.