***** Yummy House, 22012 West Waters Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33604, (813) 915-2828.

For our purposes Jeff Eats is gonna call this Yummy House story…

“A PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT”

Just so you guys don’t think that Jeff Eats has gone senile or something, I know that I’ve already told you about this joint twice (1/30/14 & 7/5/15)-all I can tell you- is that Yummy House’s food is so-good that…

Anyway,

Last night, Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats ate at the Yummy House and the egg rolls, pan fried dumplings, sesame chicken, orange pork chops, roast pork fried rice were all-off the the chart delicious!

Take it from Jeff Eats, Yummy House is an absolute must try!

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Posted on January 30th, 2014
***** Yummy House, 2202 West Waters Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33604, (813) 915-2828.

Go figure!

Some of the best Cantonese Chinese food that Jeff Eats has ever eaten- is being served up by Yummy House–a “typical” mom & pop-decor Chinese joint in Tampa.

Trust Jeff Eats on this one, I’d match Yummy’s–eggrolls, wonton soup, fried dumplings, bbq ribs, kung po shrimp, hong kong roast duck, sesame chicken, orange pork chops, roast pork fried rice -up-against the best joints that I’ve eaten in/taken out-anywhere in Florida-not to mention New York City and San Francisco’s Chinatowns.

I ain’t playing here…amazing delicious food, huge portions at real reasonable prices.

Just as a point of reference, Jeff Eats knows that there are a boat-load of you guys who swear by Silver Pond in Tamarac—Yummy House’s food v. Silver Pond’s food, would be like having matched Joe Louis in his prime against your 87 year old Uncle Joey (by marriage to you Aunt Marlene) who has glaucoma in both eyes…I know, overly dramatic, but definitely not even close.

Look I know that a ton of Jeff Eats’ audience is in Dade-Broward-Palm Beach—but what is, is! I am telling you, this Yummy House joint is really in a league-of its own. Unfortunately for us (you guys and Jeff Eats), it isn’t in our backyard. But like I just said, what is, is! By the way, that “what is, is” is about 235 miles away/figure 4 hours–unless you’re flying (in a plane, that is).

So! If you live or work in Yummy’s neighborhood, you now know about a great Chinese joint.

You can check menu/prices at www.yummyhoustampa.com.

Yummy House is open 7 days a week…11am-3pm, 5pm-10pm.

One final bit of housekeeping…there are 3 Yummy restaurants in Tampa and 1 -in Sarasota. They are owned by the same folks, but each has a slightly different name. For example Yummy House Bistro, Yummy Noodle House…This review is for the Waters-Tampa location. Jeff Eats has not yet tried the others-so no verdict on their respective food etc.

* Deerfield Beach Summer Music Festival & Wing Warrior Contest.

What could be bad?- free wings and free music!

from deerfield-beach.com

The City of Deerfield Beach is excited to announce the new and improved Summer Music Festival & Wing Warrior Contest at Oveta McKeithen Recreational Complex, 445 SW 2nd St., on Saturday, June 11th from 12:00pm – 6:00pm.

This year’s Summer Music Festival will incorporate a Wing Cooking Contest for the community to come out, taste, judge and vote for the People’s Choice Wing Champion! Wing tasting is free to those in attendance! While enjoying the tasty wings, enjoy a variety music, cold beverages (available for purchase), crafts and vendors booths. Bring the children with to have a day of fun on waterslides, bounce houses, have their face painted or to bet a balloon animal!

Please note change: Complimentary shuttle service will be available at the Main Beach Parking Lot (149 SE 21st Ave.) to Oveta McKeithen Recreational Complex. This shuttle service will run continuously from 11:30am – 6:30pm.

Should you have any questions regarding the event or if you would like to see the full entertainment lineup, please visit www.deerfield-beach.com/smf or call the Community Events and Outreach Division at 954-480-4429.

* Shinola Father’s Day Gift!

Just got an email from Shinola suggesting “this” as a Father’s Day Gift!

Just between you guys and Jeff Eats- I can’t think of even one “father” or for that matter “anyone” who needs or would want that “gift.”

* George Lopez #Thats True Comedy Tour.

Lopez is very popular.

Not really a fan, just in case you are…

***** Bull & Bear, Waldorf Astoria Orlando, 14200 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, Orlando, Florida 32821, (407) 597-5500.

For our purposes-let’s call Bull & Bear an “upscale” steak-seafood restaurant. The joint is located in the Waldorf Astoria Orlando- hotel in Orlando and is open for dinner 365 days a year 6pm-10pm. For you guys who maybe wondering, separate full bar area, booth and table seating.

Real simple tale to tell you guys, this past Sunday- Jeff Eats, Mrs. Jeff Eats and a group of friends ate dinner there- and the food, service, decor were off the chart terrific. Just between us guys, this Bull & Bear is right up there with the best upscale steak-seafood joints that Jeff Eats has been to in Florida. In addition to having top-notch food/service/decor, Bull & Bear’s staff could give a rats ass that you’re wearing your tee shirt/shorts/ sneaker ensemble with those Mickey Mouse ears you purchased earlier in the day at the Magic Kingdom!

Now, before you get sticker-shock, Bull & Bear’s menu- has got some real heavy duty prices on it. The way I look at it, every so often “heavy duty” works- if the food/service/decor are outrageously good, but Jeff Eats is definitely not looking to make-spending this kind of cash an everyday occurrence!

Let Jeff Eats wrap this one up for you guys, Bull & Bear is an outstandingly good restaurant. Top notch food/decor and a wait-staff that knows its business and doesn’t take itself too seriously! One final thought before I run over to Wendy’s for lunch, the joint’s fried chicken with mashed potatoes:/gravy was outrageously delicious- putting its $42 price tag aside for a moment, you’ll never-ever be able to “look” at Publix’s fried chicken in the same way that you did before!

You guys can check Bear & Bull’s menu/prices/info at bearandbullorlando.com.

* Rocky LaPorte & Bobby Collins.

There is an old Vietnamese saying- “The Early Bird Catches The First Worm”…

With the above in mind, two of America’s funniest “clean” national headlining comedians Rocky LaPorte and Bobby Collins were just booked to appear at the Boca Black Box! LaPorte- Friday, 11/4 (8pm), Collins- Friday, 11/18 (8pm)!

Trust me, I “know” that today is June 7th and LaPorte and Collins aren’t coming until November (some 5 months away)-that said, both comedians are absolute must sees and guaranteed both shows will be SRO situations!

Call it a “heads-up” or whatever you’d like, but you guys should make it your business to get tickets…

The Skinny:

Boca Black Box
8221 Glades Road #10, Boca Raton, FL 33434
Box Office: 561.483.9036
Tickets: bocablackbox.com goldstar.com (check for discount tickets)

from bocablackbox

Rocky traveled with Drew Carey to Iraq to entertain the troops and was seen on the Showtime special Patriot Act: A Jeffrey Ross Home Movie. Rocky has filmed his own Comedy Central Presents special and was voted the network’s second most popular comedian in a nationwide poll. He has performed on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, and appeared on A&E‘s Evening At The Improv and VH1‘s Stand-Up Spotlight, along with sitcom appearances on Cheers and his own NBC pilot called the Rocky LaPorte Show.
Rocky has opened for the likes of Garry Shandling, Drew Carey, Tim Allen, Louie Anderson, Hootie and the Blowfish and the Righteous Brothers, just to name a few. His clean, blue-collar style of comedy continues to increase in popularity as he travels the country.

from bocablackbox.com

Comedian Bobby Collins has an ability to truthfully translate the human condition. Audiences across the country relate to his comedic characterizations as he exposes the humor of day-to-day situations as well as serving up resplendent rants on world events.

Through precise physical timing and impeccable audience insight, he has honed his talents while performing from hole in the wall clubs to sold out theaters. Bobby Collins’ rise to top headlining, comedic master was inevitable. His true dedication to his craft is what keeps his vibrant shows consistently sold out.

A native New Yorker, Collins possesses a confidence and genuine everyman likeability that can only be earned. He knows what it’s like to work a day job, in order to pursue a dream. He’s flipped his share of burgers, as well as signing on as a substitute high school history teacher, to pay the bills – all the while performing in comedy clubs at night.

After heeding a conversation with his father, with some trepidation, he ventured into sales. Settling into the high fashion industry. A detour that proved so successful, that in the 1980’s he had risen to Vice President at Calvin Klein. It was there that he found himself faced with a life changing decision; remain here or chuck the security (and more than substantial steady income) for the uncertain challenge of heading out on the road – to pursue his dream of becoming a professional, full time stand-up comedian.

It was a decision he’s never regretted.

Realizing his dream has given Bobby the opportunity to tour with titans of entertainment like Frank Sinatra, Cher, Julio Iglesias and Dolly Parton. As a professional stand-up comedian, he’s worked alongside friends, Chris Rock, Ray Romano and Drew Carey, as well as many others. Rosie O’Donnell specifically requested that Bobby take over as host for Stand-Up Spotlight. Collins is widely regarded as a “comic’s comic.”

Through his personal appearances at Comedy Clubs, Theaters, Corporate and Charity events, coupled with innumerable television appearances on legendary shows like Letterman, The Tonight Show with both Jimmy Fallon and Jay Leno, Collins continues to add new fans of all ages to his loyal base of diehard followers.

It is his relationship with his audiences that results in sold out shows everywhere he makes an appearance. What you see is what you get – Collins is the same man on and off the stage. Bobby Collins has a genuine love for what he does. With such skillful dissection of everyday life, he weaves his uproarious storytelling with effortless flair and charisma as he successfully dismantles any and all socioeconomic, race and age divides. As evidenced by his birthday performance for Chelsea Clinton at the White House, to appearances in US embassies and USO shows abroad. Night after night, Bobby Collins masterfully reflects the hilarious truth – we’re all in this together!

Bobby currently has 5 CD’s, 3 DVD’s and a new special slated for early next year.

With the critically acclaimed publication of his first book, “On The Inside – Witisms and Wisdomisms by Comedian Bobby Collins” we learn, through his personal and professional tragedies and triumphs, what has shaped his beliefs. With humorous recall, Bobby recounts his search for balance between career and family. The Boca Black Box is thrilled to welcome their friend, Bobby Collins, back to the stage this November!

* Florida Festival of Flavor & Fire- June 11 & June 12.

Call Son Jeff Eats and Daughter Jeff Eats “wild and crazy kids” but both of them will be at the Florida Festival of Flavor & Fire on Sunday, June 12th! Coincidently they got some “business” to take care of in the area, so their plan is to stop in around 2:30pm and see what’s what!

Sounds like it should be a pretty “hot” event!

If you wanna go, check groupon.com which has some $15 tickets for $10- and if you come-only-for the last 2 hours on either day, those $15 tickets are $5 at The Lakeland Center box-office!

By the way, if you go and want to “look” for Son Jeff Eats and Daughter Jeff Eats, they “look” just like their mother, Mrs. Jeff Eats! By the way- the “little darlings” apparently inherited their love of spicy/hot foods from Mrs. Jeff Eats, because spicy/hot is definitely not in this cowboy’s repertoire!

from flhotsauceexpo.com

Florida Festival of Flavor & Fire to Spice Up Central Florida

The Florida Festival of Flavor and Fire is billed as “A Gourmet Food and Craft Event” and will feature hundreds of artisanal producers of hot sauce, salsa, marinades, rubs, dips and other flavorful sauces. Attendees will be able to not only sample, but also purchase, a wide variety of award-winning sauces, condiments and products while at the festival. The event will also provide the ultimate foodie experience by providing the opportunity to speak directly to the producers of each product, pick up recipes and cooking tips, and learn more about how the sauces are made. The event will also feature a demonstration stage where chefs and hot sauce makers will teach attendees how to cook some signature dishes, using their flavorful products.

What: Florida Festival of Flavor & Fire

When: Saturday, June 11 (10a.m. to 6 p.m.); Sunday, June 12 (11a.m. to 5p.m.)

Where: The Lakeland Center, Lakeland, FL

Details: Tickets are $15 per person, Children 12 and under are free when accompanied by an adult. Tickets are on sale at the Lakeland Center Box Office or online at www.TheLakelandCenter.com

* D- Day (June 6, 1944).

This was Jeff Eats’ father’s United States Navy- Identification Card issued on June 6, 1944!

“Never Wake A Sleeping Giant”…

***** Caporal Chicken, 14616 Soutwest 8th Street, Miami, Florida (305) 551-2227.

Got an absolutely killer fast food fried chicken joint for you guys, Caporal Chicken in Miami. Real simple concept at work here- hole in the wall with table-seating maybe for 10, order/pickup at the counter, open Monday- Thursday 11:30am-11pm, Friday-Sunday noon-midnight.

Jeff Eats, Mrs. Jeff Eats, Son Jeff Eats and Daughter Jeff Eats recently “did” lunch- and I gotta tell you, this joint’s food is absolutely off the chart delicious! No bs- here, some of the best fried chicken, corn nuggets, apple pie and fried mac & cheese I’ve had in very -very long time! For you guys who “can take or leave” fried chicken (like Daughter Jeff Eats), Caporal has grilled chicken and “other” real good stuff, so don’t worry -you ain’t gonna starve!

Let Jeff Eats wrap Caporal Chicken up for you…the food, the prices, the vibe, the service, the decor (or lack thereof) make this joint an absolute must try!

* Wellington Celebrates The 4th Of July 2016!

Just in case you’re like Jeff Eats- planning ahead!

By the way. The Long Run is one of America’s premier Eagles’ tribute bands!