Jul 11, 2025 | Gaming News, In this Issue
It’s time to cast your vote in Round TWO of Gaming & Destinations Casino Chef Showdown—and to help crown this year’s Culinary King of the Casino!
What’s Happening?
- Round Two Voting: Runs thru Saturday, July 19
The chef with the most votes will win the the crown!
Vote now and you’ll be entered to win the Ultimate Culinary Casino Getaway to your casino of choice!
What you can win:
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Dinner for two at your preferred casino’s premium restaurant (excludes alcohol)
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One-night stay at your chosen casino hotel
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$100 for casino games, shopping, or savings
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$100 for travel expenses (e.g., gas)
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PLUS, your trip review could be featured in G&D Magazine! (optional)
CLICK HERE to see the recipes and VOTE for your favorites!
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Jul 11, 2025 | Features Articles, Gaming News
D. Wayne Lukas watches morning workouts at Churchill Downs. (Photo by Dan Dry)
When Darrell Wayne Lukas, better known as D. Wayne Lukas, passed away at his Louisville home on June 28, 2025, the world of Thoroughbred racing lost one of its most vibrant icons of the sport. At 89, Lukas embodied the words he lived by: “You have to have a passion.”
His departure leaves behind an indelible legacy—of prestige, innovation, mentorship, and, yes, dazzling green stalls and sharp suits.
He will be missed but his legacy will live on at racetracks around the world.
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Jun 30, 2025 | Restaraunt Reviews
Blueberry Galette with Almond Frangipane, Vanilla Gelato & Blueberry Compote
Contributed by Chef Allison Spicer representing Scarlet’s Steaks & Seafood, Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort in D’Iberville, Mississippi where she is the lead pastry chef at Scarlet’s and has twenty years of experience.
“I’ve always been drawn to the kitchen… showing love through food and watching people savor what I have made is the best part of what I do. I pull inspiration from classic American to traditional French and Italian.”
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Jun 30, 2025 | Restaraunt Reviews
Yellowfin Tuna with Blue Crab Fried Rice
Contributed by Jackson Reichel representing Scarlet’s Steaks & Seafood at Scarlet Pearl Casino in D’Iberville, Mississippi where he is the executive chef with 17 years of culinary experience.
“From sourcing, butchering?… the gratification of giving someone a memorable experience with my food is the ultimate reward.”
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Jun 30, 2025 | Restaraunt Reviews
Horizons Wellington
Contributed by Chef Michael Timmins representing Horizon’s Steakhouse at Island Resort & Casino in Harris, Michigan where he is the Executive Chef and has 35-years of culinary experience.
“I’m proud to cultivate season-specific menus and to elevate both our team’s skills and our guests’ experiences. This is a refined take on a timeless classic: tender beef filet encased in prosciutto, mushroom duxelles, caramelized onions—and wrapped in golden puff pastry.”
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