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Jim Begley

Jim Begley is an avid food lover who began writing about his Las Vegas dining adventures to defray his obscene restaurant spending. Follow Jim on Twitter: @splurgemonkey.

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  • Taste

    Thursday, May 25, 2023

    Elevate the classic Tokyo shoyu by adding a soft-boiled ajitama egg and spicy chili paste.

  • Taste

    Thursday, March 30, 2023

    We asked industry veteran Constantin Alexander to walk us through the menu with pairings in mind.

  • Taste

    Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023

    The rustic roasted goat is a revelation, mesquite-smoked and garnished with crispy goat skin. It’s a superb winter dish.

  • Taste

    Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022

    The slightly acidic-yet-benignly flavored wines are conducive to extended eating and drinking endeavors. Think: chuggable.

  • Taste

    Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022

    The curried goat is particularly successful—gamey, salty and spicy with each bite.

  • Taste

    Thursday, Aug. 11, 2022

    The spot marks the return of indomitable brewer Dave Otto, to town and to his old stomping grounds in the northwest Valley.

  • Taste

    Thursday, July 7, 2022

    The rigatoni alla vodka, sprinkled with chunks of sweet and hot sausage in a nod to Moore’s grandmother’s technique, is a true destination dish.

  • Taste

    Thursday, May 19, 2022

    If you have enough friends, order a beer tower.

  • Features

    Thursday, April 21, 2022

    Able Baker’s latest creation takes inspiration from Elvis and his favorite indulgent snack.

  • Features

    Thursday, April 21, 2022

    Whether you’re in the ‘burbs or at the heart of the action in DTLV, you’ll be amazed by the diversity and quality of the Valley’s best brews and beer bars.