* The Sensations.

Got something real good for you Motown fans… The Sensations!

Down below is Jeff Eats’ 1/30/12 “writeup” on the Fort Lauderdale based motown/pop/doo wop/oldies cover group. By the way, just in case you’re wondering, I last saw the group about 3-months ago and they killed!

Go see them…they put on a great show!

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats are gonna stop by around 9pm.

I’m thinking- a Caesar salad and Meatball Room’s wood fire pizza should-nicely compliment the show!…and finally, Jeff Eats hasn’t got a freakin’ clue as to what Richie’s Dance Party Extravaganza Birthday Party is all about- but, for free cake/champagne…I’ll sing Happy Birthday whenever Richie or whoever is throwing the party- likes!

The Sensations’ complimentary- performance:

Meatball Room
561.409.4111
3011 Yamato Road, Suite A19-20
Boca Raton, Florida 33434
Hours: 4 PM to Close – Every day
meatballroom.com

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Posted on January 30th, 2012 · Music/Events/Other

***** The Sensations-The Motown Philly Express *****

Last Saturday night, I saw an absolutely terrific “singing” group in action…The Sensations-The Motown Philly Express.

This local South Florida group, lead by Frank Wilson and Ron Jonas is a 4-man group which will have you believing that The Temptations. The Four Tops and other Motown legends are in the house. The performance that I saw, featured fantastic vocals and terrific dance routines. The group also ‘covers’ groups like The Drifters, The Coasters, The Miracles, The Platters–just to name a few. They did a version of Smokey Robinson’s “Ooo Baby Baby” that was so dead on, that many in the crowd thought that the original recording was being played.

As I mentioned a few seconds ago, The Sensations- The Motown Philly Express is a local group. Sometimes they use tracks, other times they perform with a back-up band…every so often, the individual members (Frank Wilson, Ron Jonas, Mel Williams, Rob Cox) play local restaurants, clubs and country clubs. For example, Frank Wilson can be found most Thursday nights 9pm-1am at City Pub in Deerfield Beach.

Trust me on this one, the group that I saw last Saturday night had the crowd going nuts.

So…if this kind of music is your style—keep a close eye on newspaper ads…that’s the best way to keep track of the numerous appearances that these guys make.

* Rock The Dock- Shooters Waterfront, 3033 Northeast 32nd Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33308, (954) 566-2855.

If you’ve been down-here in sunny South Florida for any real- length of time, most likely you “know” about Shooters…if not, and really care- GOOGLE! Long story short…something like 18 months ago, with new owners/new decor the legendary Spring Weekend bar/restaurant which has been around for over 30 years- re-opened as a semi-upscale American-Style joint…

The last time Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff ff Eats were at Shooters, probably 1993 give or take a year on either side of the equation…decent enough food and service- but nothing that took it out of the just-okay sports bar category.

Anyway,

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats are gonna try the “new” Shooters on August 1st…

Not exactly sure how this Rock The Dock “thing”” is gonna play out, but we’re game…and I’m thinking that some of you guys might also like to see what’s what!

You can checkout Shooters Waterfront at shooterswaterfront.com.

Shooters Rock the Dock: 12PM to 12 AM August 1st, 2015

Shooters Waterfront will feature live bands, drink and food specials all day, and outdoor grilling areas. The event is free and open to the public. All you need is to bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy the show! Guests are invited to arrive by boat and tie up to the restaurant’s 340 foot deep water concrete dock. Valet and metered parking is also available. For more information, please call 954.566.2855.

* Burger Beast’s FRITA SHOW DOWN.

Jeff Eats’ buddies over at burgerbeast.com got a real-nice “event” in the works…

I took the liberty- and copied Burger Beast’s 7/21/15 “column”- so you guys now have all of the info-right in front of you!

Based on Burger Beast’s strong event-track record, Jeff Eats is thinking that this- Frita Show Down thing is gonna sell out…so if you wanna go, buy your tickets ASAP.

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From burgerbeast.com

Frita Showdown Returns Wednesday August 12th

Posted on July 21, 2015

Frita Showdown

I love Fritas and I’m sure you know that by now. On Wednesday August 12th from 7-10PM, my 3rd annual Frita Showdown brought to you by Downstairs Markets & presented by and featuring beef provided by Schweid & Sons returns to Magic City Casino at their Cafe overlooking the iconic track.

El Rey de las Fritas, the 2013 and 2014 Frita Showdown winner return to defend their title against Bongo’s Cuban Cafe (Hollywood), Daddy’s Grill (Hialeah), El Mago de las Fritas (West Miami), Frita’s Cuban Burger Cafe (Key West), Josh’s Deli (Surfside) and Pincho Factory (Coral Gables & Westchester).

2015 Frita Showdown

The all inclusive tickets ($25 for a limited time) will get you mini Fritas from all of the competitors plus drinks and snacks from Botran Rum​, 3:05 Cafecito​, Cawy Bottling Co.​ (Jupiña & Materva), Fireman Derek’s Key Pies’ Flan, Ironbeer​, Latin American Bakery & Cafe’s Croquetas​, Mama’s Guava Bars​, PG Bakery​, Pico Factory and Vicky Bakery’s Pastelitos.

The Best Frita en el Mundo will be chosen by a group of esteemed judges: NBC 6 South Florida​’s Kelly Blanco, Miami Springs Mayor Zavier Garcia, Tongue & Cheek​’s Jamie DeRosa and The Miami Herald​’s Evan Benn.

Every attendee will get one vote for the Downstairs People’s Choice Award so you must remember to use your vote wisely.

Tickets are all inclusive and will sell out just like 2013 & 2014. You heard it here first: http://fritashowdown.com

Frita Showdown Returns Wednesday August 12th

Posted on July 21, 2015

Frita Showdown

I love Fritas and I’m sure you know that by now. On Wednesday August 12th from 7-10PM, my 3rd annual Frita Showdown brought to you by Downstairs Markets & presented by and featuring beef provided by Schweid & Sons returns to Magic City Casino at their Cafe overlooking the iconic track.

El Rey de las Fritas, the 2013 and 2014 Frita Showdown winner return to defend their title against Bongo’s Cuban Cafe (Hollywood), Daddy’s Grill (Hialeah), El Mago de las Fritas (West Miami), Frita’s Cuban Burger Cafe (Key West), Josh’s Deli (Surfside) and Pincho Factory (Coral Gables & Westchester).

2015 Frita Showdown

The all inclusive tickets ($25 for a limited time) will get you mini Fritas from all of the competitors plus drinks and snacks from Botran Rum​, 3:05 Cafecito​, Cawy Bottling Co.​ (Jupiña & Materva), Fireman Derek’s Key Pies’ Flan, Ironbeer​, Latin American Bakery & Cafe’s Croquetas​, Mama’s Guava Bars​, PG Bakery​, Pico Factory and Vicky Bakery’s Pastelitos.

The Best Frita en el Mundo will be chosen by a group of esteemed judges: NBC 6 South Florida​’s Kelly Blanco, Miami Springs Mayor Zavier Garcia, Tongue & Cheek​’s Jamie DeRosa and The Miami Herald​’s Evan Benn.

Every attendee will get one vote for the Downstairs People’s Choice Award so you must remember to use your vote wisely.

Tickets are all inclusive and will sell out just like 2013 & 2014. You heard it here first: http://fritashowdown.com

***** Genco Old World Italian Sandwiches.

Real simple tale, Genco Old World Italian Sandwiches is one of South Florida’s best sub-joints.

Jeff Eats first told you about Genco on 8/25/14-that “story” is reprinted down below…

Just between you guys and Jeff Eats, until yesterday afternoon, Genco was a Jeff Eats’ “out sight, out of mind” situation- I hadn’t been back in almost 11 months!

Long story short, yesterday I had a Fredo and a Don Fannuci and both subs were off the chart!

Genco Old World Italian Sandwiches is an absolute must try!

By the way, the joint is open Monday-Saturday 11am-8pm, closed on Sunday.
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Genco Old World Italian Sandwiches (Lauderdale-by-the-Sea)
Posted on August 25th, 2014 · American Italian Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Subs/Salads

***** Genco Old World Italian Sandwiches, 257-B Commercial Boulevard, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Florida 33308, (954) 689-6630.

Like Chins in a Chinese phonebook-there are a ton of sub joints in South Florida…

The other day Jeff Eats had lunch at Genco Old World Italian Sandwiches and I gotta tell you-this joint makes awesome sandwiches. Real fast, Godfather posters/pictures decor–order at/pickup at the counter–handful of tables.

Genco’s “decor” got me to thinking, that if Sonny had-had a Sunpass- he’d still be with us, today. I was also thinking…How was Barzini able to perfectly time the ambush at the toll booth?

Anyway,

Back to Genco…that recent lunch had Jeff Eats “trying” Michael, Tom Hagen, Moe Greene and every sub was dynamite.

When you check gencosandwiches.com you’ll find menu/prices–and should be able to figure out as to exactly what was in-Michael-Tom Hagen-Moe Greene subs (for you smart guys, the menu/prices are printed above-but that’s for you smart guys!).

Let me wrap Genco up for you…but before I do -do you remember the Luca Braci wrapped fish scene!

Anyway,

Jeff Eats loved Genco.

No fooling around, the subs were terrific-and the joint is right up there with the best of breed–you do remember the horse scene, don’t’cha!

Genco Old World Italian Sandwiches is open Monday-Saturday 11am-8pm, closed on Sunday.

* Pantry Staples That Save You Money.

Jeff Eats is always looking for interesting reading material to share with you guys…

Found this “piece” on usnews.com
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Pantry Staples That Save You Money

Stocking up now can save you money when it’s time to cook and clean.

Organized Residential Pantry, USA AlamyHaving a well-stocked pantry can help you save money.By Jon Lal

There are a few easy ruts to get into at home when it comes to stocking your pantry. Maybe you’re committed to cooking more and eating at home, but you feel like you never have the ingredients you need. Or perhaps, you feel like you’re always buying expensive cleaning products – and yet you’re still missing one or two things when you finally get around to spring cleaning.

By stocking your pantry with a few key items, you’ll find it much easier to prepare inexpensive, delicious recipes. You’ll also be surprised at just how much cleaning power a few basic items can have.

This list of pantry items will vary person to person, depending on things such as dietary preferences and allergies. But it is a good place to get started, as these ingredients are incredibly versatile and can apply to many recipes: 1.Beans (dry or canned) are a filling and nutritional legume and they’re great in chili, as a side dish or added to salad.
2.Rice is inexpensive and another filling ingredient to have on hand.
3.Dry pasta will keep in a pantry for a long time and is easy to prepare. It also freezes well in lasagnas.
4.Oats are a powerful ingredient to have on hand. They can be added into recipes like cookies, granola bars or pancakes, or simply prepared for breakfast by adding in a bit of seasoning or fruit with hot water.
5.A varied collection of seasonings and spices can last a long time and add flavor to any meal.
6.Keep both vegetable and olive oil on hand for your baking and cooking needs. Olive oil can be pricey, but it is a splurge worth making even for casual cooks.
7.Vinegar is a great way to make your own salad dressings, marinades and more.
8.If you like to bake, a few bags of flour are an essential (and cheap!) item for your pantry.
9.Broth can be very useful for cooking soups and other savory dishes. It can also make rice dishes more appealing if you cook them with broth instead of water.
10.Store a can of cooking spray in your pantry and you can keep your pots and pans greased while cooking, helping them wear well over time.
11.Have jars of tomato sauce and paste on hand for pizzas, pasta dishes, chili and countless other dishes.
12.A canister of bread crumbs is a good ingredient to stock, too, since they work well as a topping on many dishes.
13.Baking powder and baking soda are two more essential items for bakers to keep on hand.
In addition to those pantry staples, you also want to stock certain cleaning products. (Some dual-use items even make both lists!) There are likely a few brand name items you’ll want on hand, and for those just make sure you find a coupon online before you buy. But in a pinch, a few of your everyday pantry items will work wonders around the house. Look online or on Pinterest for endless uses of the following: 1.Baking soda: Your parents or grandparents probably told you to keep an open box of baking soda in your refrigerator or freezer to remove odors, but there are plenty of other ways to use it. Freshen your cat’s litter box, sprinkle it on the carpet before vacuuming and combine it with vinegar to clean tile surfaces or drains.
2.White vinegar is often suggested as an ingredient to combine with baking soda, but it works well on its own, too. A bowl of water and vinegar heated up in a microwave will give you a steam to easily wipe down and clean the inside walls. Apple cider vinegar is getting a lot of recognition lately for its various health and cleaning benefits, so you might want to give that a try.
3.Keep a basic bottle of dish soap on hand; it works well at cleaning tile and removing stains from clothes.
4.Hydrogen peroxide is known as a first aid remedy for cleaning wounds, but it’s also an incredibly versatile item to disinfect and sanitize many things around the house.
5.You likely have a few lemons in your refrigerator already. Did you know you can use them to clean cutting boards, polish faucets or shine shoes, all while leaving a fresh scent?
6.Lastly, keep a bottle of rubbing alcohol on hand to clean windows, remove ink stains and degrease your stove top.

***** DISH OF THE WEEK (Sunday- 7/19/15)

One of Jeff Eats’ favorite menu items…

MARYLAND STYLE CRABCAKES
2- $35.50

Cap’s Place Island Restaurant
2765 Northeast 28th Court
Lighthouse Point
(954) 941-0418
capsplace.com

Latest Review: 10/14/08

Absolutely amazing delicious Maryland Style Crabcakes.

Cap’s Place is one of South Florida’s best seafood joints…

The joint has been around for something like 87 years, so Jeff Eats is thinking that just maybe Cap’s knows what it’s doing…

Jeff Eats’ original “writeup” is down below.
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Posted October 14, 2008
***** Cap’s Place Island Restaurant, 2765 NE 28 CT, Lighthouse Point, Florida 33064, (954) 941-0418.

Got a real- good seafood joint for you, Cap’s Place Island Restaurant. It is absolutely imperative that you check Cap’s website at www.capsplace.com for menu/prices/photos/details…the site “tells” you the whole story about this joint which has been around for something like 80 years.

Delicious food. Great service. Moderate prices (you get what you pay for, but this joint ain’t exactly running bargain basement deals). Real low-key- ambiance, tee shirts/shorts are just fine. If you have already gone to Cap’s website, you know that you have to take a short boat ride to get to the joint…that’s part of the fun of eating at Cap’s.

Cap’s menu is loaded with seafood stuff…it is a bit light on chicken/meat dishes…but non-fish eaters should be able to handle the situation…

Cap’s is a famous “joint.”…Winston Churchill, FDR, JFK, Al Capone, Meyer Lansky, Casey Stengel, The Temptations, were all customers…so be smart and make a reservation.

The joint opens at 5:30pm for dinner Tuesday-Sunday, closed on Monday.

***** China City, 9552 Griffin Road, Cooper City, Florida 33328, (954) 434-0470.

Got a real good, reasonably priced, “mom & pop” Chinese joint for you guys, China City in Cooper City.

If you are looking for delicious- Brooklyn Jewish American Chinese Food circa 1957- China City’s wonton soup, egg rolls, pan fried dumplings, bbq ribs, roast pork fried rice, General Tso’s chicken and pepper steak will have you thinking that Marty McFly took you for a ride and that you gotta start studying for the Algebra Regents.

Nothing fancy going on here…but trust Jeff Eats when I tell you- GOOD STUFF! If you need more convincing, if China City was by my house, I’d be a real strong steady customer.

The joint is open Tuesday-Friday 11am-10pm, Saturday noon-10pm, Sunday 3pm-9pm, closed on Monday.

* An Intimate Evening With Firefall.

First told you guys about this “show” way back on 7/10/15.

Jeff Eats just checked the box-office and there are a handful of seats left!

I’m thinking, this is gonna be a pretty cool event…new concert “venue”- gonna pull out all of the stops-production wise, national headliner and (I just heard) The Livesays- one of South Florida’s best Rock N Roll cover/originals bands is opening…

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats are going…

If you wanna go, you can catch tickets at theplazaballroom.com.

Printed down below, Jeff Eats’ 7/31/2014 story on The Livesays and 7/10/15 story on Firefall.

The Livesays
Posted on July 31st, 2014 · Music/Events/Other

* The Livesays.

Sometimes “words” alone can’t describe how good or for that matter how bad something is!

With that in mind, go check-out the band The Livesays at thelivesaysmusic.com for yourself.

This South Florida based-Rock n Roll covers/originals band is outrageously good. I’m talking “hit record recording” good.

If you want to see what a professional-top notch-band is suppose to sound, look and act like-then make it your business to catch The Livesays who play at bars/clubs/events/casinos all over South Florida.

Trust me on this, my words don’t even come close in describing how good The Livesays are.
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Posted on July 10th, 2015 · Music/Events/Other North Palm Beach
* An Intimate Evening With Firefall.

Although, not exactly a “household” name, country rock band- Firefall in the late 70’s-early 80’s sold millions of records…garnering 2 gold and 1 platinum album.

The Plaza Ballroom & Event Centre seats maybe 400, so every seat works! Tickets are $25, $35, $45 at theplazaballroom.com.

Jeff Eats has seen the band’s current lineup- and it’s real solid…original founding members- Jock Bartley, David Muse and Mark Andes make it happen!

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats are gonna catch this one!

Just between you guys and Jeff Eats, ”You Are The Woman” and “Just Remember I Love You” alone-are worth the price of admission!

* Van Halen.

Trust Jeff Eats, it happens to everyone!-(see David Lee Roth photos).

Still one of the greatest Rock N Roll bands of all-time…not to mention Drama Queens of all time!

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats are really looking forward to seeing- Roth, Van Halen, Van Halen & Van Halen in action.

By the way, there is a groupon.com “deal” floating around out there- so if you wanna go…

Sep 15, 2015, Tuesday @ 7:30pm
Coral Sky Amphitheatre at the S. Fla Fairgrounds
West Palm Beach, Florida
Tickets: livenation.com

***** Go Cheap-Burger King.

Trust Jeff Eats on this one, every so often you gotta “go-cheap”…

Last night, Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats “went-cheap” and we were like two pigs in sh@t (actually it’s shit, but just maybe some little kid is reading this)!

Just between you guys and Jeff Eats, you don’t have to be a college kid or drunk at 3am to “go-cheap”…by the way, there are a ton of “go-cheap” fast food joints- Burger King just happened to be the “latest” on Jeff Eats’ list.

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats “went-cheap” at, Restaurant #: 7697, 21669 State Road 7, Boca Raton, Florida 33428-1845, (561) 487-7709…

You can check bk.com for the “go-cheap” closest to you!