A La Carte: Dining events and news for Feb. 11-17, 2016

New restaurant in Red Rock Resort: Libre Mexican Cantina recently opened in Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Libre is hosting Taco & Tequila Tuesdays with all you can eat tacos and tequila shots for $24 and a contest to win free tacos for a year. Happy Hour is from 4 to 6 p.m. daily featuring $5 cocktails and $4 draft beers. The restaurant is open from 4 to 11 p.m. daily. Visit librelasvegas.com or call 702-797-7609.

Farm Table: Honey Salt, 1031 S. Rampart Blvd., is planning another Farm Table dinner themed late winter and offering seasonal farm fare at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 23. Farm Table dinners are served family style and offer beverage pairings and is $45 per person. Tickets are required and can be downloaded at honeysalt.com.

Presidents' Day offer: On Feb. 15, in recognition of Presidents' Day, guests at Arizona Charlie's will have the chance to play for a free meal at Charlie's Market Buffet at either Arizona Charlie's Decatur, 740 S. Decatur Blvd., or Arizona Charlie's Boulder, 4575 Boulder Highway. Slot players who earn 100 base points that day can receive one free meal at Charlie's Market Buffet. Visit arizonacharlies.com.

Winter Wine Fest: The Nevada Chapter of the National Hemophilia Foundation is planning the fest from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 19 at Tivoli Village, 440 S. Rampart Blvd. The fest is set to include a silent auction featuring roundtrip airline tickets, a Jerry Tarkanian signed basketball and a Lake Tahoe cabin rental. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Visit hfnv.org.

Wellness bar opens: Fruits & Roots Organic Juice Bar and Wellness Kitchen, 7855 W. Sunset Road, recently opened and offers cold-pressed juice, nut mylks, wellness shots, superfood smoothies, wellness bowls and wraps, acai bowls, and snacks. The location offers a drive-thru as well. Visit fruitsnroots.com.

Beer festival: Motley Brews' sixth annual Great Vegas Festival of Beer is planned from 3 to 7 p.m. April 9 near the Fremont East Entertainment District. Early-entry tickets (2 to 7 p.m.) are $45 until Feb. 28, $50 after that until April 9 and $55 at the door. VIP Brewer's Lounge (2 to 7 p.m.) tickets are $85 until Feb. 28, $90 after that until April 9 and $95 at the door. General admission beer tasting tickets (3 to 7 p.m.) are $35 until Feb. 28, $40 after that until April 9 and $45 at the door. Visit greatvegasbeer.com.

For the Love of Cocktails: The third annual event is planned through Feb. 12 at a variety of downtown Las Vegas locations and involves five-star dinners, exclusive high-end tastings, master mixologists, bar crawls, and cocktail competitions. Tickets range from $50 to $375 for various packages. Visit fortheloveofcocktails.com.

Tea fest: Tealet and Joy's Teaspoon, both of Las Vegas, announced the debut of the Southwest Tea Fest at 10 a.m. Feb. 27 at the Downtown Third Farmers Market. The event is to include live music, food trucks, cuppings, samplings, tastings, a Wu Wo Tea Ceremony, a Gong Fu Tea Ceremony, a Blind Tea Tasting, a Cupping Championship and an Art Walk. Tickets are $20 per person and can be purchased ahead of the event at swteafest.com.

Oyster restaurant specials: Brigg's Oyster Co. celebrated its grand opening at the Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive, on Nov. 23 and announced new specials: $1 Oyster Days, planned for Feb. 11 and March 4; and a set menu of $1 sake, $2 shooters and $3 sushi from 8 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. Call 702-636-7111, ext. 5311.

"Wines Du Jour" special Valentine's show: Les Kincaid Enterprises is planning its annual show Feb. 11. Times and ticket prices are set to be announced. Email les@leskincaid.com or visit leskincaid.com.

Splendor in the Glass: Southern Nevada Public Television plans its 27th annual Splendor in the Glass event from 3 to 7 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Westgate Las Vegas, 3000 Paradise Road. The event is set to feature 60 wineries and breweries, a live wine auction, a silent auction and a jazz ensemble. Tickets cost $85 in advance or $100 at the door and will be available at Lee's Discount Liquor, Whole Foods Market, Total Wine & More and Vegas PBS in January. Attendees must be 21 or older. Visit vegaspbs.org/winetasting or call 702-799-1010, ext. 5344.

Tequila dinner to benefit Junior Achievement: Cantina Laredo at Tivoli Village, 430 S. Rampart Blvd., No. 110, and Whole Foods Market are planning a Tequila Dinner curated by executive chef Damon Workman to benefit Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada at 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. Feb. 26. The six-course, tapas-style menu will be paired with Patron tequila cocktails at $40 per person. Call 702-888-0511.

Year of the Monkey celebration: The M Resort, 12300 Las Vegas Blvd. South, is planning to commemorate the Year of the Monkey with a Chinese New Year celebration to include dragon and lion dances, festive decorations and special menu items starting at 5 p.m. Feb. 8. Studio B Buffet is set to serve a variety of Asian dishes through Feb. 23. Visit themresort.com.

Reset Project educational dinner: Create A Change Now recently announced its partnership with The Reset Project to bring continuous awareness and health education to families and the community. The pair are planning to host their first educational dinner, Inspire.Challenge.Engage, at 5:45 p.m. March 10 at Booker Elementary, 2277 Martin Luther King Blvd. The family-style dinner is set to feature celebrity chef Johnny Church and his prix fixe menu highlighting local farms and food artisans. Tickets start at $40 and are available at createachangenow.brownpapertickets.com. For more information on Create A Change Now, visit createachangenow.org. For more information on The Reset Project, visit theresetprojectlv.com.

Hoops & Hops: The three-day March College Basketball viewing experience is set to return to The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, 3708 Las Vegas Blvd. South, from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. March 17-19. In addition to featuring betting stations (open at 7:30 a.m. each day) and multiple televisions throughout the venue, guests can try interactive experiences, including access to a basketball court, billiards, shuffleboard, blackjack, an onsite sports book and more. An array of gourmet stadium fare and game-day snacks are planned. Three-day passes are $375 and include seating, select open bar and food and beverage offerings. The event is for those 21 or older. Visit cosmopolitanlasvegas.com.

Meal plan starter kits: Muscle Maker Grill offers the Meal Plan Starter Kits as a supplement to its Meal Plan program. Guests can pre-order meals via phone, in-store or online, available for pick-up or delivery. The kits include one day's worth of meals consisting of two Muscle Maker Grill entrees of their choosing, a Quest bar and an Oats and Protein cup. Kits start at $19.95 (prices vary per location). Visit musclemakergrill.com.

Valentine's Day specials:

— The Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road, is planning specials Feb. 12-14 at various restaurants and entertainment venues on the property. Visit palms.com.

— Ferraro's Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar, 4480 Paradise Road, is set to open at 4 p.m. that day and offer a prix fixe menu for $75 per person in addition to its regular menu. To RSVP, call 702-364-5300.

— Carmine's at the Forum Shops at Caesars is offering a Singles Awareness Day on Valentine's Day by offering two packages for guests and friends: The Girl's Gone Garlic package features a full-course pre fixe menu, and the My Heart Will Not Go On package features a gigantic Titanic Sundae. Call 702-473-9700.

— Several of the restaurants at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South, are planning specials on Valentine's Day. Visit bit.ly/1ZFBzUu or call 702-796-7111 to make a reservation.

— Fogo de Chao, 360 E. Flamingo Road, is offering a dining card Feb. 12-14 to couples who dine, good for a free lunch or dinner during their next visit. RSVP at fogo.com.

— The M Resort, 12300 Las Vegas Blvd. South, is offering various specials at its spa and restaurants. For a full listing, visit themresort.com.

— Cantina Laredo at Tivoli Village, 430 S. Rampart Blvd., Suite 110, is planning specialty drinks and a three-course Valentine's Especialidad prix fixe menu for $35 with a $15 cocktail-pairing option, available Feb. 12-14. Visit cantinalaredo.com.

— Various restaurants at Lake Las Vegas are planning Valentine's Day specials, the resorts are offering weekend packages, and the lake is offering a before-dinner cruise and an after-dinner cruise. For information or to RSVP, visit lakelasvegas.com.

— Guests who book before Feb. 10 at Lucky Foo's, 8955 S. Eastern Ave., can receive a free snowball dessert. The restaurant is planning drink specials that day and a brunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit luckyfoos.com or call 702-650-0669.

— A six-course meal is planned at Andre's Restaurant & Lounge inside Monte Carlo, 3770 Las Vegas Blvd. South. A tasting menu is planned from 5 to 10 p.m. Feb. 14, and the a la carte menu is planned from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Feb. 12 and 13. The price is $155 per person. To RSVP, call 702-798-7151.

— db Brasserie in The Venetian is offering a special menu Feb. 12-14 for $65 per person. Call 702-430-1235.

— Honey Salt, 1031 S. Rampart Blvd., is planning a menu Feb. 14 for $65 per person. Brunch offerings are also planned. Call 702-445-6100.

— Buddy V's Ristorante in the Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian and the Palazzo is planning a menu for Feb. 14 with the full menu still available. The cost for the special is $45 per person. Call 702-607-2355.

— Andiron Steak & Sea at Downtown Summerlin is offering a special menu in addition to the full menu on Feb. 14 for $75 per person. Brunch offerings are also planned. Call 702-685-8002.

— Remedy's, 3265 St. Rose Parkway or 530 Conestoga Way; Elixir, 2920 N. Green Valley Parkway; and Distill, 10820 W. Charleston Blvd. or 4830 W. Pyle Ave., are planning a Steak Oscar dinner for $17.95. Women diners will receive a flower. Visit remedystavern.com, elixirlounge.net or distillbar.com.

— Hash House a Go Go locations are planning a brunch special in addition to regular brunch and menu items. Guests can also receive a free glass of champagne with the purchase of any dinner entree special. Visit hashhouseagogo.com.

— Via Brasil Steakhouse, 1225 S. Fort Apache Road, plans to offer dinner Feb. 12-14 that includes a $199 couples' wine package in addition to the restaurant's usual offerings. On Feb. 14, the restaurant will also offer a $54.99 Rodizio Sterling menu with 21 all-you-can-eat meats and one dessert per couple. Tables with four adults or more will receive a discounted price of $49.99 per person. RSVP by calling 702-804-1400.

— Boyd Gaming properties are offering food and drink specials, including: Gold Coast Hotel and Casino, 4000 W. Flamingo Road, 702-367-7111 or goldcoastcasino.com; Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive, 702-636-7111 or suncoastcasino.com; Sam's Town, 5111 Boulder Highway, 702-456-7777 or samstownlv.com; Fremont Hotel, 200 Fremont St., 702-385-3232 or fremontcasino.com; Eldorado Casino, 140 Water St., 702-564-1811 or eldoradocasino.com; and The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave., 702-365-7111 or orleanscasino.com. Guests who earn 100 points from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Feb. 12 at The Orleans, Gold Coast, Suncoast or Sam's Town can receive a heart-shaped box of Russell Stover Valentine's Chocolates.

— Triple George Grill, 201 N. Third St., is offering a prix fixe menu featuring four courses of romance inspired dishes, priced at $99 per couple. The menu will be offered from 4 to 10 p.m. Feb. 14.

— Brio Tuscan Grille and its sister restaurant Bravo! Cucina Italiana are offering two-course prix fixe menus, including special offers on Feb. 14. Visit brioitalian.com or facebook.com/bravoitalian.

— The Golden Nugget spa, dining and retail areas are planning offers for Valentine's Day. Visit goldennugget.com.

— Ri Ra Irish Pub, 3930 Las Vegas Blvd. South, is planning a special menu. Visit rira.com/las-vegas.

— Treasure Island's Phil's Italian Steakhouse and Seafood Shack are offering special menus. Visit treasureisland.com.

— Crazy Pita is planning to give away free bite-size baklava to everyone with the purchase of an entree. Visit crazypita.com.

— Nacho Daddy is planning a special V-Day cocktail and other spicy menu items. Visit nachodaddy.com.

February downtown dining deals: Pawn Plaza, 725 Las Vegas Blvd. South, is planning specials for February, including:

Inna Gadda di Pizza: A veggie or Italian salad starting at $6 with toppings available at an additional cost.

Pawn Donut & Coffee: The I Love You So Matcha green tea doughnut ($2.50), the Honey & Oats doughnut ($2.50) or a Caramel Hot Chocolate (starting at $3.50).

Rick's Rollin Smoke BBQ & Tavern: All-you-can-eat brisket, pork, chicken, hot links and ribs, any sides and all-you-can drink PBR for $40. On Valentine's Day, buy one craft beer, receive 50 percent off any other.

Rita's Italian Ice: Receive a regular custard cake cone for $3 plus tax.

Smoke's Poutinerie: New specialty Hangover Poutine for $10.49 plus tax.

Visit pawnplaza.com.

Vegas Uncork'd: The 10th anniversary of Vegas Uncork'd by Bon Appetit is planned April 28 through May 1 at four Las Vegas resorts: Caesars Palace, The Cromwell, The Venetian and the Palazzo Las Vegas. Tickets are available at vegasuncorked.com.

Buy a slice for veterans: Pizza Forte at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road, now offers customers the option of buying a slice for a veteran. Customers will have the option of buying a Hofmann hot dog for $2, a slice of cheese pizza for $2 or an entire cheese pizza for $11.11. They will then be asked to write a thank you note on a pizza-shaped card that will be provided by Pizza Forte. Those notes will be hung up on the walls. When veterans come into Pizza Forte, they can redeem the notes for a complimentary slice of pizza or a whole pizza. The offer will be available throughout the year and at all Pizza Forte locations. Visit pizza-forte.com.

Taste the Rock: Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd, has announced Taste the Rock, a small bites tasting featuring a selection of drinks and dishes from the resort's lineup of restaurants and lounges. Taste the Rock is designed to give guests an opportunity to try a variety of signature cocktails and dishes rotating seasonally. It is planned from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday inside each restaurant's bar area. Visit blog.stationcasinos.com/taste-the-rock.