There’s never a shortage of events involving food and drink in Las Vegas and this week is no exception with food celebrations that span The Srip from the Venetian to Town Square.

So check it out…we’ve got award-winning chefs, creative cuisine, complimentary cocktails and showguys….that’s right — showguys.

Fude is the creation of SpyOnVegas and offers the chance to “Dine…Drink…and Mingle” and features a prix fixe menu and complimentary cocktails for dining guests. The event on Tuesday, Aug. 11 will be held at rm seafood at Mandalay Bay fro 6-9 pm. For $45 guests will enjoy a four-course meal with a choice of Red Alaskan King Crab or Chilled Cioppino. Click here to RSVP.

The cast of American Storm will play guest servers at Storm in a Wine Glass

Storm in a Wine Glass will be held at Whole Foods Market at Town Square and this one’s for the ladies. Get a chair massage and make up application tips while you indulge yourself in complimentary food and wine served up by the American Storm dancers. Tickets are $10 at the door and proceeds will benefit HELP of Southern Nevada.

On Saturday, Aug. 15, The Venetian will host the second annual Carnival of Cuisine featuring the culinary creations from James Beard Award winners Mario Batali, Thomas Keller, Wolfgang Puck and Charlie Trotter and more. The event takes place in the Venetian Ballroom from 12:30 pm until 4:30 pm and combines live entertainment cooking demonstrations, complimentary beverages and raffle drawings for the price of $50 per person (taxes and fees included). Click here for more information and to purchase tickets online.

Monday, August 10

Admission is free, unless otherwise noted. Must be 21 or older.

Bellagio – Baccarat Bar – Shelly Taylor, 4:15 pm-8:30 pm
Bellagio – Baccarat Bar – David Osborne, 8:45 pm-1 am
Bellagio – Fontana Lounge – Closed for special event
Bellagio – Petrossian Bar – Bruce Zarka, 10 am-2:45 pm
Bellagio – Petrossian Bar – Norman Vito, 3 pm-7:45 pm
Bellagio – Petrossian Bar – Whitney Phoenix, 8 pm-12:45 am
Gold Coast – Showroom – Las Vegas Classic Jazz Band, 1 pm-6:40 pm
Gold Coast – Showroom – Karaoke with Jimmy Z, 8 pm
Palms – Lounge – Sante Fe & The Fat City Horns, 10:30 pm
The Palazzo – Salute Lounge – Dueling Pianos, 5:30 pm – 1:30 am

More Live Music

Cover charges vary.

Double Down Saloon – Bargain DJ Collective, 10 pm

Relax Industry Pool Party at the Hard Rock Beach Club features complimentary admission for local residents.

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Last chance to pick up a free pass to see a special advance screening of “The Cove,” winner of the Audience Award for Best Documentary at the 2009 Sundance Film Festival. Pick up free passes at Johnny McGuire’s (6599 Las Vegas Blvd S #209) between 1 pm and 4 pm. The screening will take place on August 12 at 7 pm at Village Square.

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Cherry Pool at Red Rock Resort and Casino is hosting a Stimulus Nightlife giveaway with L.A.M.B., Vans, Paul Frank and Vestal apparel freebies. 11 am-7 pm.

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Check out Blues Monday at the House of Blues featuring West Coast Blues Conspiracy in the Courtyard at 9 pm. Admission is free.