Located high-atop the city (over 400 feet to be exact) with a view of the famous Las Vegas Strip, LUX, the M’s newest event venue, is ready for your next special affair. LUX’s ‘boutique chic’ atmosphere has unparalleled views and floor to ceiling windows throughout every room of the space.

The LUX experience begins with a private elevator bank for guests. The digital displays inside the elevators are customizable with photos or a personal message, for the event. The rest of the experience is tailored to fit how you envision your special day or evening.

Looking for an outdoor terrace, enomatic wine-serving machines or a sushi bar? LUX has it all, topped off with a full-service gourmet kitchen and a full bar. The flexibility of the room arrangement allows us to accommodate a seated event for 50-200 people and a cocktail reception for up to 300.

Planning your next party or event?  Contact our Catering Team at 702-797-1919 or catering@theMresort.com.

Comfort foods are still in as we have yet to recover from the recession, but we are seeing them mixed in with other items that are for more distinguished palates.

Along with comfort foods, comes comfort candies. Everything and anything displayed in glass jars don’t last long. Use smaller plastic bags to help keep candy around long enough for everyone to get some.

Receptions with hand-passed hors d’oeuvres only instead of action stations. This is making our chefs more creative on how they present simple bite-sized items that used to be served on small plates. And we can pass food with the ebb and flow of groups, thus maintaining freshly served food all the time.

Go green. Disposable is not what it used to be - with bamboo and other green utensils and serving platters that look great, especially for outdoor events of which we see a lot of in Vegas.

Organic and locally-grown fresh produce are always a hit, but not as easy in the Las Vegas market. We rely heavily on our California neighbors and South America to get us the best produce and this market will become more in demand as people want to eat healthier and be more sustainable.

Along with organic foods, we see chefs using foods that are also healthy – pomegranate, soy, kelp, and other heart healthy foods will be used more and more in the future.

Cocktails will always be a hit, especially when they are new, exciting and tasty. Mixologists and bartenders alike can be just as creative as chefs, and using glassware that was once reserved for a specific drink isn’t a bad thing anymore.

The Las Vegas market has both a wide range of local and tourist palates to impress. We think this is why restaurants and caterers remain so competitive and aren’t afraid to change it up. With chefs from around the world working in Las Vegas, we can easily compete with New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles and other major hubs. Again, with the wide variety of tourists, locals and their budgets, there is enough to please everyone.

The use of salt. With such a wide variety of salts at our disposal, local chefs aren’t afraid to try them on their guests. Sea salts are still in demand and can complement a steak like no other. They are also healthier (less sodium) and more flavorful than their table salt counterparts.

If you're looking for an exceptional place to hold that holiday party, look no further than M Resort. But look quickly, 'cause dates are filling up fast! We provide holiday centerpieces and d?cor as well as a dance floor for your party and you can find some great catering specials for local businesses too on our website here. Call group sales at 1-866-551-1540 and they would be happy to help you make all the arrangements so your holiday party is one to remember.

If you're just starting to plan your holiday party, here are a few tips from Mark that may help you along the way:

• As a planner, be sure to enjoy yourself. If you do, your guests will too.
• Don’t forget those guests that may have special dietary needs.
• Hire a professional to help you plan the event - the time and stress it will save you is worth the expense.
• Theme the event - a Victorian Christmas or maybe something from your favorite holiday cartoon.
• Give employees holiday gifts and if you can, personalize each one.
• Luncheons are typically less expensive than dinners. (And by the way, the M Resort holiday menus are specially priced to give you the best we have at the lowest price point.)
• Many companies now hold their holiday parties in January, so don't feel obligated to have your party in December.
• Be sure to get an accurate headcount to avoid overpaying for "no shows".
• Create the mood by decorating in seasonal deep reds and forest greens.
• Special lighting can really enhance an event.
• Be sure everyone is having fun, but also watch their alcohol consumption. Some organizations will set up a designated driver program specifically for your party.

We hope your holiday party this year is a great one and we'd love to host it here at M Resort - a spectacular venue and level of service that are sure to impress your guests.

1. List all your catering needs prior to contacting a catering source. Know your budget so they are able to give you an accurate estimate on what they can offer.
2. Face-time is important, but not completely necessary. If feasible, plan to meet with your Catering Manager. Make sure you understand each other and get to know your venue.
3. Ask if you can preview another event similar to that which you are planning. You need not attend the event, but seeing how the room is set prior to the doors opening can help you visualize your own event and maybe spark some ideas.
4. Know what your costs are going to be. Be sure all costs are spelled out in writing. Gratuities, taxes, labor fees, d?cor fees and any other items need to be understood from both parties so you can accurately budget.
5. Seating charts to scale help determine how well the room will flow and if any adjustments need to be made. You don't want to make changes at the last minute before your event as you will have definitely have other things to tend to.
6. Be sure to discuss all aspects of your event. Linens, china, glass, tables, chairs, audio visual, staff attire and d?cor elements are a good start. Be sure to visualize your event and write down everything you think you will need to make it successful.
7. Are you serving alcohol? If so, how many bars, what booze will you serve, wine with dinner, cash or hosted bar or a combination of the two? These are a sampling of questions to ask, and the more detailed the better.
8. Remember staffing guidelines. Most venues follow simple but strict guidelines to staffing for an event. Be sure to ask how many servers or bartenders will be handling your function. If you feel you need more, ask to increase the ratios but be prepared to pay a little extra.
9. Be sure you understand your billing. Deposits, final payments, and an accurate quote should be carefully reviewed and adhered to. If you add any additional items at the event, expect to sign for them on the spot.
10. Cost-saving tips vary, but here are a few: Day parties tend to be less expensive than evening affairs. Hire a DJ instead of a band, but be sure you get a sampling of their music first. Weekdays can be less expensive and holiday parties in January are becoming more frequent. Manage your catering choices carefully - do you really need five salads or can you get away with three? Same with entrees and desserts. Go with a beer and wine package instead of a full bar or offer a set amount of drink tickets and go to a cash bar afterwards. Fill your guests with pasta or potatoes when providing action stations and save on adding that extra station.

So why not have that next catered event here at M? Don't forget we offer great discounts to locals for events. Call us at 702-797-1919 or check out this link for details: Catering