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Season 15 - Episode 280 - When life gives you lemons…The making of Gianni Russo’s State St.
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In this captivating episode, we delve into the remarkable story of Gianni Russo and the making of his legendary State Street restaurant in Las Vegas. Transforming a modest realty office into a thriving after-hours speakeasy, Gianni turned lemons into lemonade, creating a hotspot that was the place to be from 6 PM to 6 AM. State Street became synonymous with glamour and entertainment, hosting iconic performances by Sammy Davis Jr., Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, and Elvis Presley. Gianni shares his unique journey, revealing his unconventional methods for hiring a kitchen crew and recounting the highs and lows that led to the restaurant’s eventual closure. This episode is a tribute to ingenuity, resilience, and the golden era of Las Vegas nightlife.
305 episodi
Manage episode 434094650 series 2559209
In this captivating episode, we delve into the remarkable story of Gianni Russo and the making of his legendary State Street restaurant in Las Vegas. Transforming a modest realty office into a thriving after-hours speakeasy, Gianni turned lemons into lemonade, creating a hotspot that was the place to be from 6 PM to 6 AM. State Street became synonymous with glamour and entertainment, hosting iconic performances by Sammy Davis Jr., Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, and Elvis Presley. Gianni shares his unique journey, revealing his unconventional methods for hiring a kitchen crew and recounting the highs and lows that led to the restaurant’s eventual closure. This episode is a tribute to ingenuity, resilience, and the golden era of Las Vegas nightlife.
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