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When you think of Harrah’s Rincon Casino & Resort, you naturally think of casino gaming, dining, entertainment, and great customer service. Well, there is something else you may want to add to that list — shopping! If you haven’t visited The Shoppe
at Harrah’s Rincon, stop by and check out this treasure trove of unique gift items. ere’s a very good chance you can nd something for everyone on your shopping list at e Shoppe.
When you walk into e Shoppe, you will nd an intimate venue, reminiscent of a downtown boutique, with a variety of items under one roof that shoppers would ordinarily have to travel to many di erent locations to nd. Peggy Keers, Vice President of Human Resources and Retail and Mary Swanby, Retail Manager, are responsible for all things related to e Shoppe, and they pride themselves in seeking out unusual merchandise, much of which is provided by local artisans and vendors.
brand watches, wallets, belts, and handbags. Designer men’s gifts include cu inks, tie clasps and money clips by Colibri, as well as Edwin Jagger razors, shaving creams, and colognes.
“We constantly seek out designer items that will appeal to all of our customers,” Swanby continued. “Typically, we’ll bring in a few items from a designer and, if they’re popular, we’ll add more of their items to our stock.”
e Shoppe also carries a charming selection of children’s items. Parents can nd an array of children’s gifts and toys.“Because of our Code of Commitment, we do not carry Harrah’s or Caesar’s branded items for children,” explained Keers, “But we know that when parents travel they like to bring home a gift for their kids, so we make sure that we have a number of unique and unusual children’s gifts that shoppers won’t necessarily nd anyplace else in the area. Some of our children’s vendors are Baby Aspen, Elegant Baby and The Piggy Story.”
Pink’s Hot Dog Purse & Lots More!
And naturally, e Shoppe is the only place in Southern California where you will be able to purchase Harrah’s and Caesar’s branded items. You can nd a large assortment of polo shirts, T-shirts, caps, sweatshirts, and jackets all carrying the Harrah’s Rincon logo. e Shoppe also has plenty of World Series of Poker® merchandise. You
can even nd other unique branded items such as the famous Pink’s Hot Dog Purse at e Shoppe.
e Shoppe also provides delicious things to eat and drink, including a large selection of See’s Candy and some incredible edibles from Valley Center’s own Bates Nut Farm. And wine connoisseurs will be delighted to discover that e Shoppe sells a variety of the ne wines served at the award-winning Fiore Steak & Seafood Restaurant—four-time winner of the Wine Spectator magazine Award of Excellence.
Not only does e Shoppe o er such a spectacular selection of merchandise under one roof, it also o ers somethingnoothershoppingvenuecanprovide—the truly great customer service that has made Harrah’s Rincon a leader in the casino entertainment industry.
“Every employee at e Shoppe is ready to ensure that our customers receive the best possible customer service,” Keers noted. “Fast, friendly, knowledgeable, and awless service is what we promise to every customer that visits
e Shoppe at Harrah’s Rincon.”
Don’t Miss Holiday Shopping at Harrah’s Rincon Harvest Festival
As the holiday shopping season fast approaches, add e Shoppe at Harrah’s Rincon to your list of stores to visit. In fact, if you are planning to get some gift shopping done during the anksgiving weekend, check
out the Harrah’s Rincon Harvest Festival on Saturday, November 26th. Among the vendors taking part in this
indoor marketplace are Adrian’s Jewelry, Lume de Luna, Simple Bee (wonderful local honey), and Silver by the Sea Jewelry. e hours for this event are 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
en after you’ve nished exploring the Harvest Festival, be sure to visit e Shoppe at Harrah’s Rincon, located in the Casino Promenade just o the main hotel lobby. Hours of operation are Monday to ursday, 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Friday to Sunday, 9 a.m. to midnight. Don’t miss this opportunity to check out one of Southern California’s most
Unique Local Artisan & Designer Items
“It’s amazing the types of things we’ve been able to nd,” stated Peggy Keers. “We’ve had a terri c response to our crocheted jewelry by Miriam Jewels and antique jewelry from Lizzy B and Jewelry by Adrian. We have even found an artist, Lume de Luna Designs, who creates handcrafted stu ed animals from recycled wool. ey are a big hit with our customers who are looking for gifts for their children.”
Shoppers who are seeking designer apparel won’t be disappointed by the selection in e Shoppe at Harrah’s Rincon. Where else could you nd Tommy Bahama and Lucky Brand clothing for men and women, not to mention Christine Alexander women’s clothing.
“Designer clothing is always popular with our customers, both locals and out-of-town shoppers,” explained Mary Swanby. “ at’s why we make sure we stock several di erent items from a wide variety of name designers.”
Other designer items available in e Shoppe include Swarovski Crystal jewelry, Coach handbags, and Fossil
The Shoppe at Harrah’s Rincon features unique branded items such as the unique shopping spots — e Shoppe at famous Pink’s Hot Dog Purse. Harrah’s Rincon.
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