The normally bustling tourist corridor Strip is shuttered these days as the city joins in the fight against the novel coronavirus.
Food
Plexiglass panels are designed to help slow the spread of coronavirus; stores also putting up reminders for people to stay 6 feet apart.
Ike Shehadeh, founder of the Ike’s Love & Sandwiches chain, which has two locations in the Las Vegas Valley, will give the prize to someone who enters via social media.
Kosher.com, Manischewitz and the Royal Wine Corp. have suggested online resources for kosher-for-Passover foods and wines, plus recipes and information.
To help residents cope with the coronavirus shutdown, Wolfgang Puck chefs are preparing takeout menus in addition to items already available at Players Locker.
A coalition led by some of the largest chains has organized the effort, encouraging consumers to eat one restaurant meal by takeout or delivery this week.
Stay-at-home time is a good opportunity to teach kids how to plant herbs or veggies, transform ingredients into meals.
Some experts talk about using canned veggies, staples such as pasta and rice, and fresh produce to make delicious meals.
Online ordering, delivery and pickup options provide some relief to braving crowds at local grocers.
Jameson Irish Whiskey has donated $500,000 and SipScience has started a $100,000 GoFundMe campaign to help bartenders affected by coronavirus shutdowns.
Shoppers older than 60, who are considered the most vulnerable to coronavirus, will get a reserved hour at Smith’s stores on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
Ferarro’s Italian Restaurant has been in business in Las Vegas for 34 years, but never had to close temporarily — until the coronavirus crisis hit tourism.
Since milk, eggs, toilet paper and other staples have been difficult to find, The Stove is launching a store, of sorts, to sell overstocked items.
While his Las Vegas restaurants remain open at least temporarily, Jose Andres announces closure of those in Washington, D.C., area because “we need to take care of every one of you.”
After it landed on Oprah’s list, Truff got even hotter