* Christmas With Chris Ruggiero/ December 8th & 9th, 2026 7pm/ The Studio At Mizner Park.
Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats are big Chris Ruggiero fans!
Tickets Just Went On Sale… TheStudioAtMiznerPark.org
Don’t Miss This Show!
From TheStudioAtMiznerPark.org:
PBS-TV star Chris Ruggiero’s Christmas show features fan favorites from his critically-acclaimed Christmas album such as “Sleigh Ride,” “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home),” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” as well as songs from his 4 prior albums, all delivered in Chris’s own classic style, and accompanied by the Winter Wonderland Orchestra.
Chris has been touring the country breathing new life into vintage rock and roll tunes, in over 100 towns and cities so far! Working with the same arranger who created all the hits for Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons, Chris has crafted unique takes on familiar standards that have landed in heavy rotation on SiriusXM and local radio stations coast-to-coast.
You may have seen him singing on Good Morning America or read about his Christmas album in Rolling Stone, but nothing compares to seeing Chris live on stage. Whether you’re a teenager of the 1960s or just love good music, don’t miss one of the most energetic and fun-filled holiday rock and roll shows you’ll ever see from one of today’s fastest-rising stars.
Jimmy Williamson and Friends is an outrageously talented group of musicians-who cover Soul, R&B, Jazz, Fusion, Standard, Show Tunes, Rock and more. If you’re into artists such as Frank Sinatra, Gino Vannelli, The Spinners, Bobby Caldwell, Al Jarreau, Marvin Gaye, The Righteous Brothers, Billy Paul, Player, Firefall, England Dan & John Ford Coley, Orleans, Toto, Wild Cherry and Hall & Oates- then you gotta- go see the group on Thursday, July 9th, 2026 (6pm/ Complimentary) at Legends Lounge located in: Seminole Casino Coconut Creek, 5550 NW 40th Street, Coconut Creek, Florida 33073, (954) 977-6700.
For you guys who don’t know the Legends Lounge- I’m telling you that it is one of the coolest “rooms” in all of South Florida-to eat/ drink/ dance and see top notch bands and other live entertainment!
From seminolecasinococonutcreek.com:
Legends Lounge
An elevated lounge experience.
Live entertainment. Top-notch spirits & cocktails. NYY Steak’s signature dishes.
Way-back on 2/15/12 Jeff Eats told you guys about NYY Steak located in the Seminole Casino Creek Coconut Creek- in Coconut Creek. That “review” is down-below…
Long story short, since that “review” was published, Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats have eaten in NYY something like 5-times, with the latest “outing”- being last night. For what it’s worth, all of the meals that Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats have had, were all right on the money!
Last night, I got to thinking that Jeff Eats rarely if ever hears- NYY Steak mentioned in conversations about South Florida’s best steak-joints. No ifs, ands or buts- the 26oz bone-in-ribeye with grilled onions and French fries- that I had last night and didn’t come close to finishing- could easily be matched against the best of breed down here in sunny South Florida-same story for Mrs. Jeff Eats’ pan seared snapper!
Anyway,
Jeff Eats just wanted to mention NYY Steak to you guys, again…
One of the best-“upscale steakhouses” in South Florida is located at the Seminole Casino Coconut Creek in- Coconut Creek…That’s right, the casino where you-gotta wear an oxygen mask because the cigarette smoke is so brutal—as part of a recently completed $150,000,000 renovation/expansion has opened an absolutely georgeous looking steakhouse with fabulous food and service. You can check www.seminolecoconutcreekcasino.com for menu/prices/photos. By the way, NYY is a joint venture–Seminole Indians/New York Yankees (there is another NYY at Yankee Stadium).
NYY…New York Yankees, get it? All kinds, of New York Yankee black/white photos, autographs…no dark wood–or dim lights here…but rather, a great looking open kitchen, light oak woods, bright lights, plenty of glass. Like I said before, an absolutely gorgeous looking joint.
When you check NYY’s menu, try not to get sticker-shock…no question about it- that $51.75 24oz bone in ribeye is “high” even for an upscale steakhouse–Now, I maybe going out on a limb here, but I think- that casino-joints like NYY get a ton of customers using their casino “PLAYER’S CLUB” rewards/points to pay the bill. If I’m right—the restaurant can charge more than what most folks would consider “normal”- because many customers aren’t using real-money. So, if you go there, I think you will find that many of the “diners” are eating on-the-arm.
At this juncture of the discussion, let me tell you that NYY looks totally out of place at the Seminole Casino. Nothing for nothing, but the Seminole Casino isn’t in this boy’s opinion–an upscale looking property. Now, there may-be something more developing at the Seminole Casino that’s gonna get it looking more like the Hard Rock operation in Hollywood-so NYY may eventually make sense, but for right now, NYY looks like a fish out of water. Personally, I don’t see non-casino players making special plans/reservations to eat at NYY, despite the fact that its food is absolutely dynamite.
A recent dinner had me “doing” the aforementioned 24oz ribeye, 28oz porterhouse ($54.75), veal chop milanase ($44.50), roast chicken ($28.50), lemon pepper halibut ($31.50), steak fries ($9.50), lobster mac & cheese ($11). Every item was delicious. On the service front, excellent without the “snotty” know-it-all attitude you find at many upscale steakhouses.
There are two ways to play NYY Steak. You can gamble your heart out…and accumulate points to spend or you can just fork over cash or your credit card at the end of the meal.
NYY Steak is a homerun…pun intended!
NYY Steak is open Monday, Thursday-Sunday 5pm-11pm. The joint is closed on Tuesday and Wednesday
***** The Fresh Market- Loved By Us – Chocolate Chip Crispies Cookies.
Now, you guys and Jeff Eats both know that this whole food blog “reviewing” situation is purely one big subjective call- you know, what I like, you may hate and vice versa!
With that in mind, last night while shopping at The Fresh Market located at 5540 North Military Trail, Boca Raton, Florida 33496, (561) 994-2221) I came across the below pictured $6.99- 12 count box of The Fresh Market- Loved By Us – Chocolate Chip Crispies Cookies and decided to give the cookies a shot! By the way, Love By Us is one of The Fresh Market’s private label house brands- as for the cookies, they were delicious!
Trust Jeff Eats on this one, if you’re into thin crispy crunchy chocolate chip cookies, you will absolutely love these cookies!
You guys can check product info and retail locations at thefreshmarket.com.
***** Nathan’s Famous Coney Island Beef Bagel Dogs.
Here’s the tale, yesterday afternoon I spotted the below pictured $10.99 4 pack of Nathan’s Famous Coney Island Beef Bagel Dogs in the frozen food section of Publix Super Market, 5050 Champion Boulevard, New (Polo Club Shoppes), Boca Raton, Florida 33496, (561) 994-8350 and decided to give the dogs a shot. Just so there is no misunderstanding here, I’ve been eating Nathan’s hot dogs for over 70 years- the twist here, first time eating them wrapped in soft bagel dough, topped with sesame seeds, garlic, onions, poppy seeds, and caraway seeds.
Just so you know, I baked the 4 hot dogs-in a preheated 425 degree oven for 25 minutes…
Trust Jeff Eats when I tell you, absolutely delicious! Sorta like eating a hot dog in an everything bagel!
For you guys who “must” know, I had 2 dogs and Mrs. Jeff Eats had 2 dogs…
My dogs were topped with Nathan’s Famous Original Deli Mustard and Bubbies Sauerkraut. To my chagrin, Mrs. Jeff Eats topped both of her dogs with Heinz Tomato Ketchup! The mustard, sauerkraut and ketchup (in our refrigerator) were previously purchased at Publix. Bubbies Sauerkraut?- Down the road, Jeff Eats got plans to tell you guys how eating unpasteurized sauerkraut can help you -lose weight…
You guys can check Nathansfranks.com for retail locations/product info.
Literally 10 minutes ago, Mrs. Jeff Eats told me that we will be celebrating July 4th with 7 of her girlfriends, their husbands and God only knows who – else at Galuppi’s 4TH OF JULY BLOCK PARTY. Having been married for 51 years, I said- great and she said that the 8 ladies had reserved tables and had everything else covered…
For event info/reservations/tickets Galuppis.com
Galuppi’s
1103 North Federal Highway
Pompano Beach, FL 33062
Info: (954) 785-0226
* The Paul Anka Songbook Tribute Show Starring Lou Villano.
Trust Jeff Eats on this one, Lou Villano is one of the best Anka tribute artists in the business!
The Paul Anka Songbook Tribute Show Starring Lou Villano
Sunday, July 19th, 2026 (7pm)
Boca Black Box Center for the Arts
Boca Black Box Center for the Arts
8221 Glades Road #10 Boca Raton, Florida 33434
Box Office: 561.483.9036
Tickets: $38.50- $48.50 bocablackbox.com
From bocablackbox.com:
Lou Villano brings back his #1 Rated Tribute – “Times of Your Life – The Paul Anka Songbook Tribute.” A MUST SEE SHOW – It is a dynamic and explosive homage to the legendary songwriter, singer, and actor, Paul Anka. Experience an unforgettable performance celebrating the timeless hits of this iconic artist. Receiving RAVE REVIEWS and standing ovations, this show is A- One-Of-A- Kind TRUE Paul Anka Show. Along with his band – Destiny – Lou Villano becomes Paul Anka and recreates Paul’s actual Live performance show with arrangements like Diana, Lonely Boy, You Are My Destiny, She’s A Lady, and My Way. Multi-Media Video throughout the show, plus a special tribute HIS WAY, MY WAY to his mentor and friend Frank Sinatra. Stories of how he met Frank Sinatra, why he wrote Sammy Davis’s I’m Not Anyone, how he wrote a hit song for Buddy Holly. The show is 90 plus minutes of high energy arrangements that will leave you singing along to every song and believing that Paul Anka performed at The Boca Black Box. THIS IS A MUST SEE SHOW
In previous tales- I’ve mentioned that on Fridays The Fresh Market has a $5 a lb baked chicken wing deal (Naked, Buffalo, Honey BBQ, Teriyaki and Garlic Parmesan). Trust Jeff Eats on this one- All of the flavors are delicious with the Garlic Parmesan being totally awesome!
Mrs. Jeff Eats just picked up – mixed 3lbs at The Fresh Market, 5540 North Military Trail, Boca Raton, Florida 33496, (561) 994-2221).
You guys can check thefreshmarket,com for locations/info.com.
* William Cintron Starring In Frankie Valli & The Legends Live/ Saturday, July 11th, 2026/ North Lake Presbyterian Church.
This one is for all you guys who like to follow Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats’ social calendar…
Mrs, Jeff Eats’ cousin Barbara and her husband Jon who live in Lady Lake- invited us to spend a couple of days at their home and are taking us to see Willian Cintron who is one of the best Frankie Valli/50s-70s tribute artists in the business!
You guys can get event info/tickets at stellarstageshows.com/freeconcerts
Just a small taste of William Cintron’s singing “prowess”…
My name is Jeff. I was born and bred in Brooklyn, New York. Since 1991, I have lived in South Florida and have eaten in so many restaurants down here, that I now consider myself to be a food expert.
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