Las Vegas restaurant and hospitality professionals met at Fideuá Taste of Spain for What Now Media Group’s Accelerate event, connecting 42 attendees from 31 organizations and previewing new concepts set to open across the city
On September 22, Fideuá Taste of Spain turned into a meeting ground for Las Vegas’ hospitality world. What Now Media Group’s Accelerate event brought 42 professionals and partners together for an afternoon focused on business and networking. Marian Ebhamen hosted the event at 855 E Twain Ave #107. The crowd included restaurant, bar, and service operators, plus business service providers. All in one room.
According to available data, the event at Fideuá Taste of Spain on September 22, 2026, included 42 participants from 31 organizations, but these figures are based on the original event report and lack independent external confirmation.
New openings and expansions on the horizon
Several new restaurants and bars were previewed. Sean Liang, owner of Binchotan, was there. He’s planning an all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue at 953 E Sahara Ave. The TENSHOU Collection, an upscale Japanese dining concept, is set for 3747 S Las Vegas Blvd. Takafumi Mizuno, Lucian Tudor, and Monika Maeda of Round One Advisors represented that project. Gene Zhou, franchisee and operations advisor, attended for Poke House, which aims to open at 7175 W Lake Mead Blvd.
But as of the latest research, there’s no outside confirmation for Binchotan, TENSHOU Collection, or Poke House. No official company websites, regulatory filings, or major news agencies have verified their status, opening dates, or lease agreements. According to the research, proof would need to come from Clark County planning or licensing records, Nevada Secretary of State filings, or official press releases. None turned up in the current search.
Other operators at the event included Tram Nguyen of Mama Mai Vietnamese Cafe (6112 W Flamingo Road). Rocky Singh, who owns Zaika Indian Bistro and MOB Pizza at 1955 East Tropicana Avenue, is working on expanding his Indo-Chinese and pizza brands. The event also drew people from PK Oyster Bar, Grill & Chill Taco, OMG Pizzeria, Amy’s Burgers, Cantinetta Pizza & Pasta, and Dave’s Hot Chicken. The mix showed Las Vegas wants both new flavors and old favorites. The city’s appetite is big.
Bars, lounges, and entertainment concepts
No official statements or regulatory documents confirming the opening, launch timelines, or lease status for the highlighted projects were found in Clark County or Nevada Secretary of State records, nor were there comments from city or county officials. Only the event's own reporting provides these details, and independent verification remains unavailable as of the latest research.
Breakfast and coffee concepts had a seat at the table too. Eli’s Mini Pancakes and More (Fantastic Indoor Swap Meet, 1717 S Decatur Blvd.), Cafe Calavera LV, and Le Macaron French Pastries all sent owners or franchisees. These brands showed just how many different ideas are fighting for attention in a tough market. Competition is fierce.
Business services and industry partners
The Accelerate event wasn’t just about food and drink. Business service providers and construction companies joined in. Eli Gold of In The Game / Business Loaners and Karla Hine of Star Energy Construction LLC were there. Johnathan Wright from the Las Vegas Review-Journal attended as a media guest. Preferred Partner companies like Auris, Global Payments, Green CO2 Systems, Human Interest, Keurig Dr Pepper, OpenTable, Prudential Overall Supply, Restaurant Technologies, SpotOn, and Tagrisk also showed up. The event connected operators and vendors face to face.
What Now Media Group covers restaurant openings in 33 cities across North America. The Las Vegas Accelerate event helped the company show its role as a source for news on businesses that haven’t opened yet. What Now Media Group reports thousands of openings every year. It plans to keep hosting Accelerate events in 2026. For more on how new businesses are shaping Las Vegas, see recent coverage on Vegas Report.
Why this gathering matters for Las Vegas
The Accelerate event at Fideuá Taste of Spain brought together people from every corner of hospitality. Operators, service partners, and entrepreneurs met face to face. New concepts are on the way. Established brands want to grow. The attendee list reads like a preview of what’s next for Las Vegas. The mix of operators and service partners shows a market that values teamwork and is always looking for new ways to move forward. Las Vegas keeps drawing new ideas and investment. Events like Accelerate are now a must for anyone who wants to stay ahead. The energy at this event was clear. Las Vegas hospitality isn’t just bouncing back. It’s changing fast.
