Meet Robert Simonson, one of the most respected voices in cocktail writing and history. A longtime New York Times contributor and author of multiple definitive books on spirits and cocktails, Simonson has played a central role in deepening public understanding of cocktail culture, its people, and its place in modern hospitality. Liquid Legends is a year-long guest series at The Vault in Bellagio honoring the bartenders, writers, and historians who helped define modern cocktail culture. The series brings these influential figures to The Vault to collaborate on limited-run menus inspired by pivotal moments in cocktail history, with each legend appearing in person for a two-night special event, along with exclusive menus available for a limited time. Times: 5 p.m. – 2 a.m. Non-ticketed event, reservations recommended