This Week in Chinatown Episode 3 is now live on YouTube — and it’s a big one.
Hosted by Ruby Anne, this week’s episode digs into the stories shaping Las Vegas Chinatown right now: from the economic ripple effect of thousands of BTS fans flooding the district, to new restaurant developments, a community milestone, pedestrian safety concerns, and a sit-down interview with one of Chinatown’s newest business owners.
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What’s Covered This Week
📈 BTS Fans Bring a Major Economic Boost
Thousands of BTS fans made their way through Las Vegas — and a significant number landed in Chinatown. Restaurants, cafes, and shops throughout the corridor felt the impact.
🍟 Royale Frites Coming to Shanghai Plaza
A new French fry-focused concept is taking over the former Kare space at Shanghai Plaza. Here’s what we know so far.
🏮 A Future Chinatown Visitor Center
The initiative to bring a dedicated Visitor Center to Chinatown continues to take shape, with ChinatownVegas.com and the team behind Pacifica Vegas driving the effort forward.
🎉 KROK Thai Food Marks One Year
KROK Thai Food is celebrating its first anniversary in Chinatown with a free community event — expect complimentary food, drinks, and live music.
🚸 The Crosswalk Problem, Revisited
This week’s Chinatown Gripes returns to one of the neighborhood’s most persistent safety concerns: the mid-block crosswalk between Chinatown Plaza and Shanghai Plaza, and what it means for pedestrians along Spring Mountain Road.
🎙️ Interview: Steve Kessler of Aroma Latin
Ruby Anne sits down with Aroma Latin owner Steve Kessler to talk about the restaurant’s recent opening, his decision to plant roots in Chinatown, and what’s coming next.
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Behind the scenes of This Week in Chinatown Episode 3 — now streaming on YouTube.
