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Ivan Kane’s Kiss Kiss Burlesque Nightclub is Back at Tropicana in Atlantic City
Famed nightlife innovator Ivan Kane is bringing burlesque back to Atlantic City! Kane launched his newest burlesque show at Ivan Kane’s Kiss Kiss Nightclub inside The Quarter at Tropicana boardwalk casino, yet again affirming Tropicana’s place as Atlantic City’s premiere nightlife destination. Burlesque lessons will be taught by the award-winning Kiss Kiss dancers every Saturday afternoon. “Every night at Kiss Kiss people walk up to me and ask when I’m going to do my burlesque show again. I hear it a hundred times a night. I’m excited to finally launch it at Tropicana,” said Kane, who introduced Atlantic City to burlesque at Ivan Kane’s Royal Jelly Burlesque Nightclub. “Ivan’s new…
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Girls Getaway to Tropicana AC in Atlantic City Impresses NYC Local
Story, photos by Cassie Hepler There’s one thing that most Atlantic City casinos don’t have that Tropicana does. The beach. With views like that, who cares if it’s approaching negative digits and is winter? It’s a virtual adult playground inside with everything you need in one space. Even our diehard NYC dwelling friend was quite impressed. “I always thought this was a run down casino,” she said, pleasantly surprised. “But this is even better than the Borgata. I feel like the Borgata is trying too hard.” Tropicana Atlantic City is a 24-hour gaming destination located on the beach and boardwalk in Atlantic City. Featuring 2,046 newly renovated rooms and suites…
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Jack Daniel’s Atlantic City Smoke on the Water BBQ Championship at Golden Nugget Sizzles
Photos, story by Lou Perri Grilling and barbecuing are among America’s leading culinary pastimes and Atlantic City raised the stakes by hosting the sixth annual Jack Daniel’s Atlantic City Smoke on the Water BBQ Championship from October 7 – 9, 2016 at the Golden Nugget. When the flames began, music fans, barbecue enthusiasts and championship barbecue teams descended upon Atlantic City for an unparalleled experience at what is fast becoming known as one of the premier barbecue competitions in the world. “The Jack Daniel’s New Jersey State Championship will bring the world’s best barbecue teams to Atlantic City,” Ron Cates, event organizer. told Explore New Jersey. “Even though there is $15,000 up for…
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Golden Nugget’s International Winefest Gave 65 Ways to Wine with Kathie Lee Gifford
Photos, story by Lou Perri The Golden Nugget International Winefest held over the last weekend in August was a feast “under the stars” just as the press release stated. The event on Friday evening featured Kathie Lee Gifford who boasted about her wine called GIFFT, in partner with a Monterey estate vineyards. The name stands for Gifford’s last name and inspired by her belief that love and friendship are gifts. Four wines that make up the GIFFT label were on display – rose, red blend, pinot grigio and chardonnay. The two-day celebration of the grape featured wines of more than 65 vintners from around the world. Golden Nugget‘s Scott Tarwater, corporate…
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Tips to Enjoy Atlantic City Beach Concerts
If you’re planning to enjoy any or all of Atlantic City’s beach concerts this summer, following the list below of what to bring and what not to bring should make your admission to the concert site easier and your concert experience more enjoyable. Allowed Items • Blankets and towels • One (1) factory sealed or empty WATER bottle (Up to one gallon in size) • Umbrellas <——- Will ask patrons break down at 3:00 PM. • Small sand beach chairs (9” or lower) • Non-professional cameras • Non-framed backpacks and bags Encouraged Items • Sunscreen • Sunglasses • Government-issued identification • Cash, debit card, credit card Prohibited Items • NO…
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Creative Chef at Atlantic City’s Cuba Libre is an Artist in the Kitchen
Photos, story by Lou Perri Exploring several of Atlantic City’s Cuba Libre‘s summer fare recently, this explorer met with the very creative senior chef, Kevin Couch, who oversees the chain’s kitchens inside the Tropicana. Chef Couch proves to be a master creator of his selected entrees, including the signature plate, Seafood Paella, seen here, on a bed of Saffron long grain rice, features an assortment of mussels, clams, large shrimp, and a split Maine lobster tail. A roasted piquillo salad also comes with this delectable masterpiece. Baby octopus gives this dish another artistic touch. The new summer specialties include a grilled artichoke heart, with salt cured tomatoes and feta cheese…
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Atlantic City’s Golden Nugget Grotto Ristorante Unveils New Head Chef and Tasty Menu
Photos, story by Lou Perri Grotto Ristorante, located in the Golden Nugget Casino, Hotel & Marina in Atlantic City, introduced new head chef Carmine Favuzzi and a redesigned menu at a tasting party recently. With the addition of Favuzzi, Grotto has reinvented its menu, incorporating seasonal ingredients and fresh pasta to complement the restaurant’s extensive wine selection of more than 200 varieties, 70 percent of which are Italian. Originally from Molfetta, Italy, Favuzzi studied Italian cuisine at the Culinary Institute of Bari. Upon graduation, Favuzzi worked in the kitchen of several five-star Italian hotels before coming to America, where he held several chef positions for Italian restaurants in New Jersey…
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Steel Pier’s Observation Wheel On Its Way to AC
Steel Pier President Visits Italy for Second Inspection Steel Pier’s Anthony Catanoso traveled to Italy this week to conduct the second of three inspections of New Jersey’s first Observation Wheel. Traveling with Mr. Catanoso is Steel Pier Operations Manager, James Catanoso. The pair traveled to Technical Park’s facility in Melara, Italy, outside of Venice, where six factories are contributing elements that will comprise the final wheel. The 200-foot Observation Wheel, one of the tallest in the country, will be erected adjacent to Steel Pier. The Catanoso’s inspected the climate controlled gondolas that will make up the Observation Wheel. “The manufacturer, Technical Park, continues to impress us with its workmanship and…