Harry Reid: “the city of Las Vegas, in my native State of Nevada, is recognized as the entertainment capital of the world. Our…”

“the city of Las Vegas, in my native State of Nevada, is recognized as the entertainment capital of the world. Our amazing resorts offer many options for fun, but one of their greatest attractions is world-class dining. Over the last 12 years, many of our Nation's leading chefs have opened restaurants in Las Vegas, transforming our desert city into even more of a culinary oasis. The man most responsible for this remarkable transformation is Wolfgang Puck. Wolfgang Puck was born in Austria. He began his formal training at age 14, inspired by his mother, who was a hotel chef. By the time he came to this country at age 24, Wolfgang had prepared himself for success, but nobody could have predicted just how dramatic that success would be. By combining classic French techniques with influences from Asia and California, and by using the finest ingredients from local purveyors, he has changed the way Americans think about food and the way chefs prepare it. Along the way he has become American's most famous chef, and created an empire comprising a dozen fine dining restaurants and more than 50 casual and quick service establishments. Four of his best restaurants are in Las Vegas: Spago and Chinois at the Forum Shops at Caesar's Palace; Trattoria Del Lupa at Mandalay Bay; and Postrio at the Venetian. One thing all these places have in common is a remarkable attention to detail.…”