For years Rosemary's was our favorite restaurant. We made a point of dining there once every trip despite the long trek from The Strip. Is there any news, or even rumors, about the owners starting something new? We really miss the place.

What is Fezzik's take on the entrance of William Hill into the market in Las Vegas? Will the two big dogs, Hill and Cantor, compete and create more opportunities? Will they monopolize the market and suppress competition? Or are there enough other books that things won't change that much? In a nutshell, was it a better atmosphere for bettors last year or today?

What was the first casino in Las Vegas to have a buffet?

While I was in Las Vegas last weekend, for the gay PRIDE events, I was told that there is no wedding chapel in Las Vegas that will perform same-gender commitment ceremonies? It's hard for me to believe. Could it be true?

I read an article in USA Today awhile ago stating that Kobe beef was a product that only could be raised in a specific part of Japan and was only licensed to be sold in two countries outside of Japan. The article stated that the USDA has not licensed Kobe beef in the US (health standards?) and therefore it's not available to be sold or purchased here, hence, anything sold here as Kobe beef is therefore an imitation. But I see it advertised and offered here all the time and have even purchased a Kobe burger. You mention it often in the LVA in your reviews of restaurants (last issue on the sushi place, for example). So, what's up? Are we being ripped off with high pieces for fake product?

We will be in Las Vegas in November and would like to know where the American Ninja Competition took place and is it open to tourists?

Has there been any recall of Las Vegas Hilton checks? I have about $50 in $1 and $5 checks and I heading up in October. Just want to know if it's worth a trip to the LVH to turn them in.

Assuming you are a local or can otherwise submit your picks every week of the season, which are the best football-handicapping contests to play this year? Which ones is Fezzik playing?

I know that Antonio Esfandiari won the "Big One" tournament but I was wondering if he had any backers that shared in the 18+ million winnings? If you have time how do 'backer' work?

I read your QoD every day. What I would like to know is, I have a lot of match books and boxes from all the old casinos in Las Vegas and Rneo. Some of the casinos are gone. Are they worth anything? I also have some from new casinos. Should I keep or get rid of them?