COVID-19 has impacted every sector of the economy, but the leisure and hospitality industry was hit especially hard. Between February 2020 and April 2020, almost half of that sector’s jobs disappeared, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Since April, leisure and hospitality jobs have begun a comeback as states and cities work to reopen.

Fast-casual dining is dominating the restaurant industry, and its growth is expected to continue at a rapid pace in a post-pandemic economy.

Each semester, about 200 students graduate from UNLV’s hospitality college.

Aspiring restaurateurs looking for a formal education in the fast casual industry will soon be able to turn to UNLV's Harrah College of Hospitality. Thanks to a $5 million gift from Andrew and Peggy Cherng, co-founders and co-chief executive officers of Panda Restaurant Group — the parent company of Panda Express — the college has created an academic program in fast casual dining.

UNLV's Harrah College of Hospitality will launch the country's first academic program in fast-casual restaurant management.

UNLV's Harrah College of Hospitality will launch the country's first academic program in fast-casual restaurant management.

UNLV's Harrah College of Hospitality will launch the country's first academic program in fast-casual restaurant management.

Las Vegas’ buffets may be down these days, but experts say they’re not out.

A number of Boulder Station employees say they’re fed up with the Culinary and Bartenders unions and have filed a petition to leave.

There’s a new crowd of big spenders in Las Vegas.

Visit the Las Vegas Strip and things may feel different.

Visit the Las Vegas Strip and things may feel different.