Wolfgang Puck book signing
Nov. 18
Meet award-winning chef and restaurateur Wolfgang Puck at the new Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill in Downtown Summerlin as he signs copies of his newly released cookbook, Wolfgang Puck Makes It Healthy: Light, Delicious Recipes and Easy Exercises for a Better Life. With more than 100 health-conscious recipes, the book includes healthful, easy-to-prepare and delicious dishes accompanied with nutritional information, tips, and tricks. Free; book available for $30. 11a-1p, 10955 Oval Park Drive, wolfgangpuck.com
Plastic food drive
Through Nov. 25
To make it easier for homeless teens during the holidays, Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth is launching their eighth annual Plastic Food Drive, and new online component #pickupthetab. The Plastic Food Drive asks individuals and local businesses to donate $5 or $10 fast food or $25 grocery store gift cards until Tuesday, Nov. 25, so homeless teens can have a warm meal during Thanksgiving. There are many ways to participate, from donating online to dropping off gift cards in person. Visit nphy.org for more information.
Vegan month at Panevino
Through November
In November, guests who purchase any entrée from Panevino's plant-based menu will receive a complimentary vegan dessert. Vegan items include spinach and ricotta gnocchi; grilled vegetable lasagna; and organic “meatloaf” and mashed potatoes with a meatless-blend of organic legumes, wild mushrooms and herbs on a bed of garlic and rosemary mashed potatoes, served in a fresh tomato and Kalamata-style olive sauce. 246 Via Antonio Ave., panevinolasvegas.com