* Monday, February 6, 2017- National Frozen Yogurt Day!

Just in case you didn’t know! By the way, mail will be delivered, schools will be open as will the stock market!

Personally, I can’t wait for- National Sweet & Sour Pork Day!

Jeff Eats isn’t exactly sure as to when it’s celebrated- as soon as I get the date, I’ll let you guys know!

This contest started in 2/5/17. This contest has a winner.

* Win A $50 Taco Bell Gift Card.

Jeff Eats got a $50 Taco Bell Gift Card to give to one of you guys!

The game- the first 20 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $50 Gift Card is good at any Taco Bell location (for locations, menu, info- tacobell.com).

* A Tribute To The Jersey Boys And More- Featuring Michael D’Amore.

Literally 5 minutes ago, the Boca Black Box added – A Tribute To the Jersey Boys And More- Featuring Michael D’Amore to its entertainment lineup -scheduling the show on Monday, February 13, 2017 (8pm).

Trust Jeff Eats on this one, if you’re a fan of The Four Seasons, doo wop and 50s-60s Rock n Roll you gotta go see- A Tribute To The Jersey Boys And More- Featuring Michael D’Amore! Jeff Eats & Mrs. Jeff Eats saw the 90 minute show- last year at the Boca Black Box and the 6 member band received 11 standing ovations and had the audience singing in their seats and dancing in the aisles all night long!

Just between you guys and Jeff Eats, the band’s lead singer, Michael D’Amore has an absolutely huge Southeast & Southwest Florida following…Rather than try and “explain” D’Amore’s talent to you- do yourself a favor and check him out at michaeldamore.com and you’ll have some idea as to what I’m talking about! By the way, Michael D’Amore just happens to be the lead singer of the The Capris who had the legendary doo wop hits “There’s A Moon Out Tonight” and “Morse Code Of Love.”

There is absolutely no question in Jeff Eats’ mind that A Tribute To The Jersey Boys And More- Featuring Michael D’Amore is going to be a Standing Room Only situation- so if you wanna go, get your tickets as soon as is humanly possible (I know a bit over dramatic)…

The Skinny:
A Tribute To The Jersey Boys And More Featuring- Michael D’Amore
Monday, February 13, 2017 (8pm)
Boca Black Box
8221 Glades Road
Boca Raton, Florida 333434
Box Office: 561.483.9036
Tickets: bocablackbox.com goldstar.com (discount tickets)

from bocablackbox.com
New York born and New Jersey raised Michael D’Amore brings an authenticity and light heartedness to the stellar sounds of the 60’s. Being from N.J. and possessing a strong falsetto voice naturally resulted in a love of The Four Seasons songs. Michael was the featured performer at the honor ceremony for original Four Season member Tommy DeVito performing for the music industry’s elite as well as the cast of Jersey Boys.

Michael has been an opening act for groups such as The Stylistics, Tommy James, Gary US Bonds and Tony Orlando to name a few. Having opened for and performed with many iconic sixties artists, Michael has developed the Jersey Boys and More tribute show in collaboration with musical director Tim Goodman. This is a “Clap Along, Sing Along, Dance in Your Seat” kind of show. It is not only a walk down a musical memory lane, but a fun time with an exciting band featuring world class touring musicians that have played with Bobby Vinton, Jerry Lee Lewis, Lou Rawls and so many great artists.

This will be a fun filled evening of music covering not only The Four Seasons hits but the sounds of an entire era.

***** DISH OF THE WEEK (Sunday- 2/5/17). This contest has a winner.

One of Jeff Eats’ favorite menu items…

LOMBATA PARMIGIANA
$38.00

Frank & Dino’s
718 South Federal Highway
Deerfield Beach
(954) 427-4909
frankanddinos.com
Latest Review: 4/23/14

This joint’s veal chop parmigiana is delicious and it’s big enough to feed two people!

Posted on January 13th, 2012
* Frank & Dino’s, 718 South Federal Highway, Deerfield Beach, Florida 33441, (954) 427-4909.

Let’s play a game…eat at a new restaurant before Jeff Eats does.

Yesterday, Frank & Dino’s a casual-moderatley priced “Southern Italian” joint opened its doors for business. Yeah, I know–you thought-they were dead.

Anyway, this restaurant is the latest “project” of South Florida restauranteur extraordinare Dennis Max–so, if past performance means anything, this one has the potential to be a huge winner. You can check menu/prices at www.frankanddinos.com. You can also Google–Dennis Max and The Max Group for info if you are so inclined.

So…just maybe, you guys would like to get a jump on Jeff Eats and almost everybody else in South Florida and try this one out. By the way Max is also working on another Italian joint, Assaggio del Forno-for Boca Raton, but that’s a whole-other story for another day.

*****UPDATE–April 23, 2014*****

Sorry it took so long to get to this…it just slipped through the cracks.

As you guys can see from the “Comments” there are mixed feelings on this joint.

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats and another couple recently did dinner at Frank & Dino’s…

Great upscale looking joint-featuring photos of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin–hey! I know you knew–but I’m thinking that some Martian who just landed–might not know who Frank & Dino are/were based solely on first names. By the way, big Sinatra fan here–as for Martin, boy- was he lucky that he met Jerry Lewis.

Anyway,

Let me start by telling you, that we ordered…fried calamari, Caesar salad, chicken scarpariello, veal chop parmigiana, penne ala vodka, chicken marsala and everything was right on the money–while Jeff Eats is on the subject of “on the money” -the stuff was a bit pricey–but we knew going in (and most of you who tried it also knew) that Frank & Dino’s wasn’t a “local” mom & pop red sauce joint. Back to the food..I will tell you that the portions were-shall we say-quite generous-the veal chop parmigiana alone could have easily fed 2-people.

Let me wrap this up…

Jeff Eats and Mrs.Jeff Eats really enjoyed Frank & Dino’s…

If you are looking for an “upscale” Italian joint- with good food and a cool vibe, trust Jeff Eats when I tell you- that Frank & Dino’s will definitely work for you!

This contest started on 2/3/17. This contest has a winner.

* Win 5- $10 Wendy’s Gift Cards.

Jeff Eats got 5- $10 Wendy’s Gift Cards to give to one of you guys!

The game- the first 25 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $10 Gift Cards are good at any Wendy’s location (wendys.com for locations, menu, info).

This contest started on 2/3/17. This contest has a winner.

* Win A $50 Five Guys Burgers and Fries Gift Card.

Jeff Eats got a $50 Five Guys Burgers and Fries Gift Card to give to one of you guys!

The game- the first 25 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $50 Gift Card is good at any Five Guys Burgers and Fries location (for locations, menu, info- fiveguys.com).

Five Guys Burgers and Fries
Posted on July 24th, 2014

* Five Guys Burgers and Fries.

Reprinted below is a Jeff Eats’ article which ran on November 2, 2006…at that time Five Guys was an “infant” fast-food burger chain.

Suffice it to say, that in the past 8 years or so–Five Guys has grown into a major player in the US fast food burger arena.

Over the years, Jeff Eats has eaten in “a” Five Guys numerous times…the food and service are consistently good. Prices are very reasonable .

If by chance you’ve never eaten in a Five Guys… check one-out!

Five Guys makes delicious burgers, fries and hot dogs!

Posted on November 2nd, 2006
***** Five Guys Famous Burgers and Fries
871 Village Boulevard
West Palm Beach, Florida 33409
(561) 640-9555

Let me put this to you as simply as I can…if you like HAMBURGERS & FRENCH FRIES…you absolutely have to try Five Guys Famous Burgers and Fries.

Five Guys is a fast-food chain. The last time I checked, it had 118 units (located predominantly in the northeast USA). Five Guys is planning a “major push” into South Florida, so don’t be shocked to see “one” opening in your neighborhood real soon.

Five Guys makes one of the best fast-food hamburgers that you will ever taste. The same goes for its fries. The same also goes for its hot-dogs. Just so you know, this joint’s menu has burgers, hot-dogs, fries and a grilled cheese sandwich on it “and that’s it.”

I am telling you, that you don’t want to miss this one. For “right now” the only Five Guys in “our” South Florida area is in West Palm Beach. This joint is open 7 days

* 2017 Burger Beast Burgie Award Winners.

Jeff Eats’ buddies over at food blog- Burger Beast (burgerbeast.com) just released the “winners” of a Best South Florida Comfort Food poll that it recently conducted!

Now- you guys and Jeff Eats both know that “food polls” have to be taken with a grain of salt- because “rating” food/restaurants/food trucks- like almost everything else in life are purely subjective calls!

Anyway, here’s- 2017 Burger Beast Burgie Award Winners.
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2017 Burger Beast Burgie Award Winners

Voting for the 8th annual Burger Beast Burgie Awards ran from October 21st, 2016 til January 4, 2017 and here we are a month later to reveal the winners.

Thank you to the almost 3000 folks who took the time to place their vote for their favorites in comfort food so without further ado, here are the 2017 Burger Beast Burgie Award Winners, Congratulations to them:

Best Burger – Latin House

Best Cheesesteak – A Little Bit of Philly

Best Chicken Tenders – Caporal Chicken

Best Cuban Pizza – Polo Norte

Best Dessert – HipPOPs handcrafted gelato pops

Best Food Truck – Chinaman’s World Famous EggRoll Truck

Best Garlic Rolls – Magic City Pizza

Best Hot Dog – Pincho Factory

Best Local Brewery – Funky Buddha Brewery

Best Restaurant – Blue Collar

Best Sandwiches – Cuban Guys

Trump’s Favorite Taco Food Truck – Taco Fresh

* 9 Best Foods For Constipation.

No reason to go into why Jeff Eats is “sharing” this information with you guys at this time- let’s just say that maybe one day it’ll come in handy!

from cureconstipation.net

9 Best Foods For Constipation

If you’re suffering from constipation, there are foods that help with constipation that will naturally get your digestion going again. By adding these to your diet you can take care of acute constipation and you can also keep eating them to prevent it.

In general, it’s always good to eat foods high in fiber to your diet. These help your body to naturally form stool and move waste quickly through your system. Unprocessed plant foods generally have a lot of fiber.

While eating high fiber foods is generally good, you may need more specific foods to eat for constipation. If you’re looking for sure fire foods to ease constipation, here’s a list of 9 best food you can eat to help with constipation.

Pears
Pears are delicious fruits, but they’re can also naturally relieve your constipation. Eat a couple of pears when you’re having trouble with bowel movements can get things moving again. Some people also use pear juice as a natural laxative.

Flaxseeds
Flaxseeds are naturally full of fiber and healthy fats. They can be ground and added to cereal, yogurt, or a smoothie to give you a boost of fiber. Many people eat one or two tablespoons of flaxseeds daily to help with regularity.

Beans
You may know that beans have a reputation for causing gas, but they really help add a source of fiber to your diet and can prevent problems with constipation. If you have trouble with regularity, eating a half cup of beans daily can get you back on track.

Prunes
Often people use dried prunes to help relieve constipation. These are tasty and have a bit of sweetness. You can also drink prune juice to take care of your slow digestion. A handful of prunes each day will help you get relief from constipation and prevent it down the road.

Peaches
Peaches are a delicious fruit that are filled with fiber. You’ll get the best benefits if you also eat the skin which contains a very large amount of fiber. The fiber in peaches will help your digestive system to move quickly.

Figs
If you’ve never tried figs, you’re missing out on one of the best foods that help constipation. Figs are an excellent source of fiber. They also help to make your stool become softer so that when you do go to the bathroom you don’t experience pain.

Pineapple Juice
Pineapple juice is a natural laxative that can also help you to have better bowel movements. You can make your own with a juice or you can purchase it bottled at your local supermarket. This juice is a mixture of sweet and tangy flavor that makes easing constipation a breeze.

Broccoli
Broccoli is one of the finest foods to help with constipation. It’s chock full of fiber and can be eaten with many different main dishes. If you’re suffering from constipation, this is a great side dish to serve with your next meal.

Whole Grain Food
whole grain foodOne of the best ways to improve your digestion is to stop eating refined flour and switch to whole grains. Whole grains are packed with protein and fiber that are good for your body and especially your digestive system.

You can add whole grains by eating brown rice instead of white, whole wheat bread instead of white, and eating whole grain pasta instead of white. Because whole grains are so good for you, there are more and more different types available in the supermarket these days.

For example, you can eat quinoa, barley, sorghum, rye, millet, and wild rice to name a few. When you’re preparing meals look for ways to add healthy whole grains and you’ll find that your digestive system moves along a little more regularly.

This article first appeared on 12/22/16. If you’ve never seen Gallagher “in action”- go see this show! The man is absolutely brilliant, not to mention a terrific comedian!

* Gallagher’s Joke’s On You Comedy Tour.

Gallagher’s Joke’s On You Comedy Tour
Posted on December 22nd, 2016
* Gallagher’s Joke’s On You Comedy Tour.
Don’t say that Jeff Eats never gave you a heads-up!

Tickets just went on sale…there are only 250 seats!

Gallagher’s Joke’s 0n You Comedy Tour
Saturday Night, 2/4/17 (8pm)
Boca Black Box
8221 Glades Road, Boca Raton, Florida 33434
Box Office:(561)483-9036
Tickets: bocablackbox.com goldstar.com (discount tickets)

from bocablackbox.com

Starring Gallagher and Artie Fletcher

GALLAGHER-
Sure, he’s the famous watermelon smasher. Yes, he literally INVENTED the television stand-up comedy special. Absolutely, 14 Showtime specials is a big deal. And certainly 3,500 live shows to capacity crowds is worth mentioning.
But how about that he is the reason they invented Comedy Central? Or that before him no one ever had that level of interaction with a live audience? Or that he was the #1 comedian (in ticket sales and ratings) for almost 15 years?
Gallagher has led an extroardinary life, with an even more spectacular career. His fanbase is one of the most loyal there is, and he rewards them every chance he gets. Now on the Jokes on you tour!

ARTIE FLETCHER-
Artie is one of the Entertainment Industry’s most talked-about “must-see” performers. No stranger to Film and Television, Commercials, Voice-overs, Print and Live Stand-up Comedy, Artie is taking the industry and Newstalk Radio waves by storm. Artie has been seen on Law and Order, Conan O’Brien, David Letterman and The Tonight Show. He has performed his dynamic act in such places as Las Vegas, Atlantic City, Radio City Music Hall, Westbury Music Fair, The Toyota Comedy Festival, The Chicago Comedy Festival and Universal Orlando…to name a few. Artie performs internationally, performing for audiences in places as diverse as England, Canada, Hong Kong and ArubaHe has righteously been spotlighted in Las Vegas, Radio City Music Hall, Atlantic City and opened for the likes of Joan Rivers, Regis Philbin, Howie Mandell and Tony Bennett. Regis Philbin described Artie’s ability to entertain and adjust his act to any situation as “Just unbelievable!” Joan Rivers affirmed, “The most interesting thing about Artie is that I’ve never seen so much energy from any person on and off stage.” Through the years Artie has met many people in the business all who have said, “Black or White, it doesn’t really matter, Artie is one of the hottest entertainers to watch!

This article first appeared on 11/21/16. Jeff Eats just checked goldstar.com and eventbrite.com and they both got a bunch of discount-tickets for Not Fade Away. So if you wanna go…

* Not Fade Away- A Tribute To The Music Of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, The Big Bopper And More

Posted on November 21st, 2016 · American Boca Raton Coral Springs Music/Events/Other
* Not Fade Away- A Tribute To The Music Of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, The Big Bopper And More.

Here’s a heads-up for you guys…

Not Fade Away- A Tribute To The Music Of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, The Big Bopper And More is coming to Florida!

Jeff Eats is gonna assume- that you guys know The Buddy Holly Story- assuming that assumption is correct, Not Fade Away- A Tribute To The Music Of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, The Big Bopper And More is one of the most innovative, musically- vocally entertaining “versions” that I’ve ever seen!

This show is an absolute must see!

Friday, February 3rd • 8PM • Boca Black Box • Boca Raton, FL 33434
Saturday, February 4th * 7:30PM* Reilly Arts Center* Ocala, FL 34470
Friday, February 10th • 5:30PM • Ter-Tini’s • Fort Myers, FL 33907
Friday, February 17th • Coral Springs Center for The Arts • Coral Springs, FL 33065

Tickets/videos/info- notfadeawayshow.com

from bocablackbox.com

Not Fade Away is a tribute to the music of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, The Big Bopper, and more! This is not your typical tribute show. Six talented young artists take music from the days of swoonin’, boppin’ and rockin’ and bring it to an incredible new life. With fresh takes on classic hit songs including That’ll Be The Day, Everyday, Summertime Blues, Oh Donna, La Bamba, Chantilly Lace, Beggar to a King, Peggy Sue, and Maybe Baby, Not Fade Away appeals to both the nostalgic music lover and rockabillys everywhere. You won’t be able to resist getting up on your feet and dancing the night away!