There was always one small enjoyment that drew me to the Stardust: I don't know how many thousands of dollars I gambled away in that place, only because I wanted a bowl of that fantastic chili at the sports book concession stand! I know of several colleagues who think the same way. Does the Stardust even know what a treasure they have on their hands? They need to find a way to save that chili recipe and make sure it's available when the new place opens. Otherwise, the boys from Cleveland may have to find a new vacation destination.

What makes the distinctive smells inside the casinos? Mirage and TI have a sweet tropical smell of coconut. The Tropicana smells of smoke and incense sticks. Are these "scents" created and how does the smell stay so strong throughout the casino?

How long has the complete steak dinner at Ellis Island for $4.95 been in the Top Ten?

I keep reading about planned "metaresorts," but what is a metaresort?

You never did a story about "Sal Sagev" Hotel, which is now the Golden Gate. I would love to know when it was built and when its name was changed.

I am very excited for the opening of The Phantom of the Opera at the Venetian. However, I am getting conflicting opening dates. Some sources state it will be in the spring, around March or so. Others say it won't open until June or later. Can you tell me when the date is? I want to know so I can plan my next trip.

Could you find out which casinos will issue a commemorative $8 chip for Chinese New Year? The year begins on Jan. 29, 2005, and it will be the Year of the Dog.

I've been a fan of Peter Max's artwork since the '60s. Last week when I was in Vegas, on the monorail I overheard someone talking about a Peter Max gallery. Where is it and what does it sell?

I have some managerial experience in the gaming industry (local casinos and OTBs) and I'd love to work in Las Vegas. Are there any guidelines or secrets to getting job contacts or interviews? I'm especially interested in any special tips to get through the "weeding-out process" of resumes.

Throughout the '70s and early '80s, my parents stayed at Hopp's Motel/Apartments on Paradise. Can you tell me when Hopp's was torn down and what is located on that site now? I believe the owner's name was Warren Hopp.