Brandi Glanville, Melissa Gorga and Tamra Judge party at the newest hotspot

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Villa Azur's newest location opened in Las Vegas at the Grand Canal Shoppes inside The Venetian® Resort with an opulent grand opening dinner party on Thursday, Dec. 8.

Brandi Glanville, Melissa Gorga and Tamra Judge, all known from their “Real Housewives” franchises, joined the grand opening celebration, along with house husbands Joe Gorga and Eddie Judge, and “The Real Housewives of New York City” alum Kristen Taekman.

Glanville brought the heat wearing a sexy cutout dress, exclaiming it was a moms' night out. A competitor in the new Peacock series “The Traitors,” when asked who the biggest housewife traitor is, she said, “I would say Bethenny (Frankel). I mean, she was on the housewives for 10 years, and then she got off housewives and talked all this mad craziness about it, and now she's doing a housewife podcast, which is hilarious to me.” She also spoke about Lisa Rinna, saying they've always stayed close and calling her one of the most iconic housewives.

Dazzling in a sequin green mini dress, Gorga said New Jersey needed a Villa Azur because she loves going to restaurants and then hanging out after, but not at a nightclub. On her secret to surviving marriage on Housewives, she said, “We do a lot together. When you split up a lot, and these housewives think that they're superstars and they start going everywhere without their husbands and leaving them behind, it causes tension. I enjoy my husband, so I bring him with me. We can't argue because he's here. That's how you stay together.”

Judge stunned the crowd wearing a bedazzled tuxedo jacket and pants, and sky high silver platforms, saying, “the hottest housewife has to go to the hottest restaurant in Las Vegas.” When asked who her dream guests for her “Two Ts In A Pod” podcast were, she said Nene Leakes and Andy Cohen together to “squash their beef.” On the upcoming season of RHOC, she said it will be the “best season f*cking ever.” Looking back on her 15 years on reality TV, she reminisced on her most memorable moments, including getting married and baptized, saying it was a life she never expected and she's so grateful for all of it.

Taekamn said she's a huge fan of new RHONY castmate Jenna Lyons, calling her the GOAT.

After posing for photos in front of Villa Azur's floral entrance, the ladies headed inside to their table, dancing and snapping selfies with fans. They enjoyed Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque Brut and Rosé and Cîroc Vodka, along with specialty dishes from Executive Chef Sani Hebaj including the plateau de fruits de mer, served with a whole lobster, king crab legs, shrimp cocktail, oysters mignonette and scallop ceviche; and Dover sole meunièr prepared tableside.

As the evening progressed, Villa Azur transformed into a grandiose dinner party, with a saxophonist, extravagant showgirls, a singer and other entertainment roving throughout the restaurant, reflecting the late night vibe of the French Riviera. The group were overheard commenting how sexy and gorgeous Villa Azur is and that they can't wait to come back.

World-renowned DJ Jack-E then took over the turntables, as everyone sang, danced and drank the night away under Villa Azur's massive chandeliers and “Tree of Life.” Glanville, Judge and Gorga danced in the DJ booth, staying until after midnight.

Also in attendance were celebrities from Mexico City, including actresses Pamela Allier, Azul Guaita, Fabiola Guajardo, Sira Pevida and Ana Claudia Talancón .

“We are thrilled to open in Las Vegas, a city known for its restaurants and nightlife, and we couldn't think of a better place to share the Villa Azur experience that combines the culinary aspect and party vibe in one unique and unforgettable way,” said Jacobo Jafif, CEO of Danko Hospitality Group.

Villa Azur is open for dinner and entertainment Monday through Wednesday at 5 p.m. and dinner party Thursday through Saturday at 5 p.m. Sunday brunch starts Jan. 11. To make reservations, visit villaazurlasvegas.com or call 725.289.0048.

For more information, visit villaazurlasvegas.com and follow on Instagram @VillaAzurLasVegas.

About Villa Azur
Villa Azur is a restaurant and lounge that immerses patrons in an experience of authenticity and elegance by pairing the upscale European lifestyle with the vibrant Miami touch in a lively space at Grand Canal Shoppes inside The Venetian® Resort Las Vegas. At the cornerstone of the Villa Azur experience is the food, featuring a taste of the south of France and the east coast, pairing seasonal ingredients and international flavors with stunning presentation. Villa Azur brings a little bit of extravagance with late night entertainment, glamourous greeters, DJs, musicians, dancers and other entertainers performing throughout the restaurant, evoking the effervescence of an authentic cabaret and giving guests the energy and after-dinner vibe of the French Riviera. The Villa Azur Las Vegas location is owned and operated by Danko Hospitality Group, an established group of restaurateurs who are experts in creating unique experiences that encompass food, drinks and service.

About Grand Canal Shoppes
Located inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, the center boasts 160 specialty brands and world-class restaurants nestled around a charming and faithful reproduction of Venice's Grand Canal, complete with cobbled walkways, street-side cafes and live entertainment. Signature brands including Burberry, Jimmy Choo, Michael Kors, Louis Vuitton, and Tory Burch create an unparalleled retail environment that includes a star-studded line-up of restaurants headed by famous celebrity chefs: Wolfgang Puck's CUT, Emeril Lagasse's Delmonico Steakhouse, Buddy Valastro's Buddy V's and Carlo's Bakery, Lorena Garcia's CHICA, as well as Mercato della Pescheria, SUGARCANE raw bar grill, SUSHISAMBA, and Smith & Wollensky. The center is also home to the all-new ATOMIC SALOON SHOW by Spiegelworld. For more information, visit grandcanalshoppes.com.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Carrie Giverson
villaazur@onesevenagency.com
315.561.1433

For Grand Canal Shoppes
Allied Global Marketing
grandcanalshoppes@alliedglobalmarketing.com