Comments on: ELV Pop Quiz….yawn

By: Ken

Ken — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 16:48:37 +0000

As someone who makes his living working with guys like John, Al, Max and the rest of the gang that covers food in Vegas – I’m a little sad to see the writing slow down. I’ve been a fan of this site since day one and have shared it (along with a few other local food blogs) to any of my friends visiting Vegas looking for the real deal on where to eat. That said – I know how much work goes into these posts and as someone who has tried (unsuccessfully I might add) to keep up with JC’s eating spree through Vegas – I understand wanting to back off a bit.

But, John, you still need to keep this site going. Maybe a full story a week like Uncle Alan does at GQ.com. And I’d still love to read your “Eat This Now” posts whenever the feeling strikes you (especially if it focuses on one of LFC’s clients). And if you eat somewhere and absolutely hate it – please post that too – because those are some of my favorites. But I think most of us will agree that reading about Botero’s “new supper club thing” might just make us find and punch you.

By: way out of whack

way out of whack — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 16:14:12 +0000

there is alot of reality thrown out on the table in this POV. Anyone thats not getting “it” isnt a foodie, just a consumer. ELV has many valid points. He is not the food news man, nor is he a weekly publication of the same run of the mill paid for restaurant description. He is a foodie and a food perspectivist.

Many things have come from Vegas but Vegas does need to change desperately on all levels. Fancy Hotels, Super clubs and just because we can expensive plates of food doesnt cut it.

I see this post as a test, and you following with replies is answers to MR. JC’s direction in this game.

Ohh Kent, its funny how you make yourself sound so important to the success of someones blog, just sayin.

Theres not many people that will man up and face the big gigantic beast such as WYNN & MGM and JC does it. The rest of you dont even understand the Vegas game

By: Kent

Kent — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 05:21:41 +0000

ELV, I visited this site because you were a consistent source of knowledge in regards to the dining scene I visit once a month. That’s all. I don’t need a review of the examples I gave. They were merely a break in the waves of the pity laden comments you seem to be seeking as of late. The scene has always been a step behind; the inherent nature of what built the city calls for it. You realizing this has dampened your blog. I guess I’ll look to other food bloggers for info over the next few months until you get over this.

Once loyal,

Kent

By: Troy Polee

Troy Polee — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 03:43:08 +0000

Max went “skorchinou” on ya cuz…lollol

By: BB

BB — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 03:27:12 +0000

Dear John,

Use this time to re-calibrate your tastebuds. Have Food Gal manage a 30 day organic green juice feast (90 oz day) for you and have your hormones checked. No solid food. Then revisit your 50 Essential Restaurants all over again. You will taste the difference (particularly salt) and it would be interesting to read your revisit reviews.

Additionally the fast will result with more energy, you will taste food more accurately, lower your cholesterol, have glowing skin (like say when you were in your 30’s-40’s), no allergies and so much more. It will be the best thing you could ever do now — and should do at least four times a year for that matter.

;)

By: max j

max j — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 02:15:36 +0000

I can spell Greek better than you, so my Yiddish, it goes without saying, is above reproach. That’s schnorrer, if you insist on using vocabulary that is out of your depth.

By: Lawboychris

Lawboychris — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 22:17:36 +0000

Try Garfield’s on a Friday. Jean-Paul Labadie puts together a new menu of fresh dishes every Friday, ala Rosemary’s (RIP). I’m not saying the place is Rosemary’s or even Rosemary’sesque, but if you’re looking for thoughtful, interesting and well-executed dishes that are not on a stale and static albeit consistent menu (ahem VG), give it a shot. Or, you could just sulk and pout and whine that everything in Las Vegas is boring, tired and shitty.

By: John Curtas

John Curtas — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 21:30:27 +0000

ELV responds (especially to Kent): You visit this site because it’s the most erudite, witty, informed, best-written, no-holds barred look at the Las Vegas restaurant scene. Botero’s supper club thing? The “new” concept at Bar Masa? Puh-leeze.

As to Kerry Simon: When you and your fellow chefs stop pandering to the lowest common denominator, we’ll pay attention. “Locals friendly places?” Do tell ELV where he can find some he hasn’t already covered extensively? (If you want someone to tell you how good Morel’s or some sausage shop is, Max Jacobson and his fluffy, phoned-in articles are there to please.)

To Al Mancini: You claim cred for covering awful restaurants that no one goes to and 3-seat bao bars, like no one ever heard of them til you and that 35-reader paper you write for runs something on them. “Afraid to find new places?” ELV eats out more in one week than you and that schnoorer Jacobson do in a month.

By: Peach

Peach — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 21:27:11 +0000

Why don’t you open a restaurant of your own… Might be inspiring for you to see the other side

Don’t worry John…. I will be back soon enough with a whole new bag of tricks for Vegas…. Stay tuned

Peach

By: max j

max j — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 20:37:23 +0000

Luke 23:34. Based on that baby picture, it looks as if you were born mean-spirited, which makes your trangressions easier to forgive.