Surf & Turf Benefit @ RM Seafood

Want to support local organizations while enjoying a delicious meal? Of course you do! Rick Moonen of RM Seafood at Mandalay Bay and Stephanie Izard of Girl and the Goat in Chicago are teaming up to host a dinner that will benefit Three Square and Share Our Strength. Izard and Moonen will be combining their culinary talents to create a “surf and turf” meal that is sure to delight all of your senses – each course will be paired with a beer, wine, or cocktail designed specifically for the event. This is a rare opportunity for locals as Izard lives in Chicago and it’s notoriously difficult to get a reservation at Girl and the Goat. Surf & Turf Benefit Dinner, January 9, $150-$175. RM Seafood at Mandalay Place, 3950 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas. 702-632-9300. www.mandalaybay.com

Pasta Cucina @ Stations

Station Casinos is unveiling their new brand of Italian restaurants, called Pasta Cucina. Modeled after higher end Italian establishments, Pasta Cucina will provide diners with more affordable options in an ambient atmosphere. The dishes served are found at restaurants all over the valley, but the chefs take it to the next level, using the finest ingredients and creating new dishes from scratch, dishes that will be unique to Pasta Cucina. Open for dinner only, Pasta Cucina strives to provide the best dining experience possible for its customers. Currently at five casinos, there are plans for other locations in the future. Pasta Cucina at Station Casinos, various locations. Sun.-Thurs. 5-10 p.m. & 5-11 p.m. Fri. & Sat. For more information, visit www.stationcasinos.com

DAVID'S Apocalypse Cocktail

The Mayan Calendar ends on December 21st, 2012, so here’s to the impending apocalypse. With this in mind the staff at DAVID Magazine has toiled late into the night to find the perfect tipple.

1 oz peppermint schnapps 1/2 oz vodka

3/4 oz kahlua 1/2 oz bourbon whiskey

Combine in mixing glass half filled with ice cubes. Stir and shake well. Strain into a cocktail glass or tumbler.