FRANCOIS PAYARD AT VEGAS UNCORK’D PREVIEW

Celebrated French pastry Chef Francois Payard (center) surrounded by Las Vegas chefs during the Vegas Uncork'd Preview at the Garden of the Gods at Caesars Palace on Thursday. Later, Payard was honored at the 36th annual UNLVino Bubble-Licious event with the Dom Perignon Award of Excellence. The awardis given to those individuals who have distinguished themselves in the hospitality industry by setting an example for the students through their leadership, character and inspiration. (Photo courtesy Brian Jones/Las Vegas News Bureau)