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NEVADA RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF THE 2010 CULINARY EXCELLENCE AWARDS

<div style="text-align: center;">Prestigious awards highlight Nevada restaurant industry’s ‘shining stars’</div> October 22, 2010 — Las Vegas, NV — Highlighting the fact that restaurants truly are the cornerstones of the community, Nevada’s culinary industry was out in force Oct. 21 to help honor their peers at the Nevada Restaurant Association’s 2010 Culinary Excellence Awards Gala held at the Las Vegas Country Club. “These awards are very important because we understand how crucial it is for all aspects of the industry to work together and to speak with a unified voice,” said NvRA President & CEO Katherine Jacobi. “We are pleased to have the opportunity to recognize some of the most deserving individuals and companies. This year’s honorees are true examples of the dedication and spirit abundant in our industry.” Husband and wife duo, News Anchor Gerald Ramalho from My News 3 and News Reporter Elizabeth Watts from Fox 5 served as the masters of ceremony and Nevada State Treasurer Kate Marshall presented awards to outstanding individuals in five categories. The winners of the 2010 Culinary Excellence Awards are: <ul> <li style="text-align: center;">Restaurateur of the Year: Chef Bradley Ogden, Bradley Ogden</li> </ul> <div style="text-align: center;">The Restaurateur of the Year recognizes an individual who operates an outstanding restaurant business, demonstrates community involvement and advance the industry as a whole. </div> <ul> <li style="text-align: center;">Culinarian of the Year: Chef David Snyder, Wynn Resorts</li> </ul> <div style="text-align: center;">Culinarian of the Year recognizes an outstanding Chef for his or her professionalism, culinary skills, and passion for the culinary arts. </div> <ul> <li style="text-align: center;">Allied of the Year: Mark Shaffer, Dine Out Magazine</li> </ul> <div style="text-align: center;">Allied of the Year recognizes a superior allied member- a vendor, supplier, or other related company - that goes above and beyond to provide superior services or products to restaurant members. </div> <ul> <li style="text-align: center;">Restaurant Employee of the Year: Chris Decker, Metro Pizza</li> </ul> <div style="text-align: center;">The Employee of the Year recognizes an exceptional restaurant employee for his or her outstanding performance, attitude, motivation and dedication to the industry. </div> <ul> <li style="text-align: center;">Bartender of the Year: John O’Donnell, N9ne Steakhouse</li> </ul> <div style="text-align: center;">Bartender of the Year recognizes an exceptional restaurant bartender for his or her ability to please customers, create a positive atmosphere and mix and serve drinks. </div> Each year, the National Restaurant Association, along with founding partner American Express, honor restaurant companies that have gone above and beyond to give back to their communities. The state winners of this prestigious Restaurant Neighbor Award were also recognized at the Culinary Excellence Awards. They are: Café Blue at Le Cordon Bleu (small business), Memphis Championship Barbecue (mid-size business), and Atlantis Casino Resort (large business). Nevada Restaurant Association would like to extend special thank you to the corporate and event sponsors would made the event possible: Aha Toro Ultra Premium Tequila, Ferrari Carano Vineyards & Winery, Fiji Water, High Flyin’ Entertainment, Hpnotiq, the Las Vegas Country Club, Maple Leaf Farms, Mission Industries, PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur, Patrice and Associates Hospitality Recruiting, PDQ Printing, Phototechnik International, RSVP Party Rentals, Santa Monica Seafood, Schmooze Artist Inc., Thomas Meyer Event Design, and Wirtz Beverage Nevada. ## Media contact: Heather Pressley Director of Marketing and Administration Nevada Restaurant Association (702)878-2313 media@nvrestaurants.com

Las Vegas Epicurean Affair

<div style="text-align: center;">Thursday, September 9, 2010 Palazzo Resort Pools 1-6 6:00 P.M. – VIP Admission - $150 7:00 P.M. – General Admission - $100 Rent private cabanas during event - $300 </div> Tickets are on sale now at the Palazzo box office or online at: <a href="http://www.epicureanaffairlasvegas.com">www.epicureanaffairlasvegas.com</a> and <a href="http://www.palazzolasvegas.com/LVEA.aspx">www.palazzolasvegas.com/LVEA.aspx</a> Presented by the Nevada Restaurant Association and Palazzo Resort-Hotel-Casino, the Las Vegas Epicurean Affair is THE culinary event of the year. Set in the lush paradise of the Palazzo Pools, this event encourages guests to experience it all - from savory cuisine and succulent cocktails, to stunning fountains and luxurious landscape. This event brings together the city’s hottest restaurants, nightclubs, bars and beverage purveyors to entice and entertain guests’ culinary fantasies with an endless temptation of cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in a sensual and vibrant atmosphere that is undoubtedly Las Vegas. Proceeds from the event will benefit the educational and scholarship programs of the Nevada Restaurant Association. Event Coordinator Jeannie Yoon Cho Phone: 702-878-2313 ext 1003 Fax: 702-740-8606 Email: jcho@nvrestaurants.com Marketing Director Heather Pressley Phone: 702-878-2313 ext 1004 Fax: 702-740-8606 Email: hpressley@nvrestaurants.com

NEVADA RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES 2009 CULINARY EXCELLENCE AWARDS

October 2, 2009 — Las Vegas, NV — Highlighting the fact that restaurants truly are the cornerstones of their communities, Nevada’s culinary community came out in force Oct. 1 to help honor their peers at the Nevada Restaurant Association 2009 Culinary Excellence Awards Gala held at the M Resort. “These awards are very important because we understand how crucial it is for all aspects of the industry to work together and to speak with a unified voice,” said NvRA President & CEO Katherine Jacobi. “We are pleased to have the opportunity to recognize some of the most deserving individuals and companies. Every person who goes the extra mile for the restaurant industry is a winner. This year’s honorees are true examples of the dedication and spirit abundant in our industry.” News Anchor Rachel Smith from Fox 5 served as the master of ceremony and Secretary of State Ross Miller presented awards to outstanding individuals in three categories. The winners of the 2009 Culinary Excellence Awards are: • Restaurateur of the Year: Jim Rees, Hash House a Go Go. The Restaurateur of the Year recognizes an individual who operates an outstanding restaurant business, demonstrates community involvement and advance the industry as a whole. • Allied/Vendor of the Year: Jennifer Mahar-Mulder, Meeting Planner Resources, LLC Allied of the Year recognizes a superior allied member- a vendor, supplier, or other related company - that goes above and beyond to provide superior services or products to restaurant members. • Employee of the Year: Sheralyn Segura, Steiner’s – A Nevada Style Pub. The Employee of the Year recognizes an exceptional restaurant employee for his or her outstanding performance, attitude, motivation and dedication to the industry. Also recognized were the state winners for the prestigious Restaurant Neighbor Award sponsored by the National Restaurant Association in partnership with American Express. Nevada’s Cornerstone Humanitarian Award went to Raja Majid of Origin India Restaurant. The Small Business Award was received by Steiner’s A Nevada Style Pub, and Le Cordon Bleu College received the award for outstanding community involvement. Micatrotto Restaurant Group received the Mid-size Business honors. The honors in the category of Large-size Business Award went to South Point Hotel and Casino. Corporate and Event sponsors: Sysco Foodservice of Las Vegas, Mission Industries, DEX, Bridgeport Benefits Inc, HotlinkHR, Wirtz Beverage Nevada ,Schmooze Artist, Fiji Water, Desert Meats & Provisions, Diageo, Maple Leaf Farms, Jackpot Printing, Santa Monica Seafood, Susan’s Chocolate Wonders, Best Restaurant Guide of Las Vegas, and Jeferson Applegate Photography.