text: Truly a tour de force of Spanish CuisinennFour visits the most recent in the fall of e continues it is reign atop Vegas culinary scenennSeated in the bar of Jose Andres glasses of Cava in hand getting to know your fellow diners The hostess for the evening and the sommelier discretely interrupt each party to discuss water preferences and drink pairings As is Spanish tradition always a little beyond the appointed hour you are whisked away past the roaring fire and pans of cooking paella and into a secluded private whimsical dining room Seated at a semicircular stainless steel counter surrounded by hard woods and trinkets representing the mind of the chef A hard knock on the solid kitchen door the music of Spain fills the room the chefs and servers enter and take their positions The experience beginsnnE is about molecular gastronomy and modernist cuisine Perhaps a solid foam sangria that magically dissipates on the tongue leaving the distinct flavor of wine and fruits a thimble of soup with the pure essence of Spanish Jamon liquefied olives that burst with the salty briny taste of the real thing Artistry flavor and pride are showcased in each dish as the head chef works in front of guest and describes each dish nnTip Wine pairings are essential They tie courses together and greatly enhance the experience Standard pairing select pairing Opt for the select Incredibly well though out running the gamut from sherry to year cellared brooding reds impossible to find whites and dessert winesnn courses grouped in three flights Flavors of each small starter build on one another as flavors of each and their accompanying wine pairing flow and compliment The progression makes the diner appreciate temperature and texture Mains provide contrast Flavors held together by the wine pairings that span more than one dish Finally desserts with the boldest contrast between each to keep the palate yearning for morennAs always with meals of so many selections not everything will be to your taste All good the next bite awaitsnnService is beyond reproach Unpretentious friendly very informative perfectnnThe experience for three diners with select wine pairing incidental drinks water service and gratuity nnMichelin three star worthy and a must in VegasnnNotesnn Reservations by emailing reserveebyjoseandrescom beginning day in advance No reservations or replies on Monday and Tuesday No phone in reservations accepted n Credit card required to warranty reservationn Base price plus service