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First up were several appetizers to enjoy with our fruity and delicious cocktails. We tried the Maryland Blue Crabcake with Herb Remoulade, Kobe Beef Carpaccio, Bigeye Tuna Ceviche, and a Roasted Beet Salad. They were all fabulous! The crabcake was crispy on the outside and full of sweet crab, and the remoulade was a nice tangy accompaniment. We had never had carpaccio, but it was fabulous...it was sliced razor-thin, and the texture reminded me a bit of very good prosciutto. The ceviche was flavored with mango and creamy avocado, and all three flavors combined very nicely with the crisp sesame crackers. The beet salad featured red and gold beets, parmesan, hazelnuts, arugula, and a tart dressing. It was a perfect Fall salad!
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This Maryland Blue Crabcake was our favorite appetizer: crunchy on the outside, and full of sweet crab inside! |
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Beef carpaccio: razor-thin slices of raw Kobe beef, served with a flavorful sauce and toasty bread. |
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Tuna ceviche, flavored with mango and served with creamy avocado and sesame crackers. |
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A delicious Fall salad with two kinds of roasted beets, hazelnuts, parmesan, and arugula. |
By the time we sampled all of these delicious appetizers, our sommelier brought two bottles of red wine to the table for us to enjoy with the rest of the meal: a full-bodied Cabernet Franc and a delicious and complex Syrah. Just about that time, the first show on The Lake of Dreams began, so we sipped on some wine and enjoyed music and a colorful light show! The weather was perfect for dining outside that evening -- cool, with a light breeze.
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We had two bottles of fabulous red wine with our meal: a full-bodied cabernet franc and a complex and fruity syrah. |
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The Lake of Dreams offers a sound and light show every 30 minutes each evening. The colors were gorgeous! |
Before we knew it, out came the entrees and side dishes. Our entrees included a Kobe Beef Steak, a 100% USDA Prime Nebraska New York Strip, and Pan-Roasted Sea Scallops with English Pea Risotto and Black Truffle Sauce. This was our first time to try Kobe, and now I know why people rave about it. It was so rich and flavorful that it’s hard to find adjectives to adequately describe how amazing it was! The New York Strip was juicy and flavorful as well, and we enjoyed comparing the flavor and texture of the two steaks. Both steaks were cooked perfectly medium-rare and sliced on a platter for easy serving. The scallops were also cooked perfectly: seared on the inside and moist and sweet on the inside. The risotto was decadent, and the truffle flavor was perfect -- it complimented the scallops and risotto perfectly without overwhelming their delicate flavors.
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Luscious Kobe beef perfectly seared and served with fried asparagus. |
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SW Steakhouse offers seafood too...these pan-seared scallops were served with creamy risotto and a lush black truffle sauce. |
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A trio of SW Steakhouse signature side dishes: creamed spinach, sauteed mushrooms, and roasted broccoli. |
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Rich and decadent potatoes au gratin...the perfect ratio of cheese, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked potatoes. |
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Trio of desserts, featuring the signature Funnel Cake Tree. Served with a trio of sauces for dipping: caramel, cream anglaise, and chocolate. |
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Pecan tart with poached pears, vanilla sauce, and French toast ice cream. |
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Butterscotch creme brulee...perfectly paired with crunchy house-made caramel corn. |
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The lobby of The Wynn is decorated with thousands of twinkly lights...gorgeous! |
We agreed that meal is one of the very best dining experiences that we’ve ever had…and that’s really saying something for two die-hard food lovers like Michael and I! We took our time walking through The Wynn, which is a lovely property. Near the entrance, there was a gorgeous indoor garden full of twinkle lights...so we had to stop and take a picture! The next time you’re planning a trip to Las Vegas, I highly recommend that you make a reservation to dine at SW Steakhouse. Paired with a fabulous show before or after, it’s guaranteed to be one of the best high-end date nights you’ll ever have! Sometimes, it’s fun to dress up a little and enjoy a special-occasion meal and a fabulous show. Make sure to ask for a table by The Lake of Dreams as well – the lights and special effects are amazing, and the experiences really adds to the fun of the meal.
Disclosure: The Wynn graciously provided us with a complimentary meal at SW Steakhouse to facilitate this article. All opinions expressed are those of The Weekend Gourmet. All photographs except the interior restaurant shot are copyright by Michael K. Garcia.
I have eaten there! except when we had dinner there, it was Daniel Boulud! We sat in that very corner where the picture is located.
ReplyDeleteThe lake of dreams show is very strange but cool!
This was a meal of a lifetime...they were such excellent hosts! It was all perfectly cooked, and the service was amazing!
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