* 7 Reasons Why You Should Be Eating Pineapple.

Long tale short,

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats have been shopping at The Boys Farmers Market in Delray Beach for years.

For what it’s worth, I always noticed but never really paid attention to the fact- that all day long, it has a guy/gal in a certain area, cutting and bagging fresh pineapples.

Anyway, about 3 months ago, I did some research-on PINEAPPLE…suffice it to say, a real eye opener!

Down below is one of the articles I found….it kinda sums-up just maybe-why you should consider “adding” pineapple to your every day diet.

By the way, no bs-here, for the past 3 months- I’ve been eating a cup or two of fresh pineapple on a daily basis- and not even once, have I had a bout-of indigestion- which prior to my pineapple “regiment” use to hit me at least 2-3 times a week!

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from freshplaza.com

7 reasons why you should be eating pineapple

Pineapples are one of the most popular fruits in the world and it is great that they are available all year round. They have exceptional juiciness and a vibrant tropical flavour that balances the taste of sweet and tart but most importantly, they are healthy and nutritious. Below are more reasons to love the pineapple fruit.

1-They build and maintain strong bones
Pineapples contain manganese which is a trace mineral your body needs to build bones and connective tissues.

2-They are packed with Minerals and Vitamins
Pineapples are packed with vitamin A, vitamin C, Calcium, potassium and phosphorus. They are also rich in fibre and low in fat and cholesterol which promote good health.

3-They help maintain gum health
Eating pineapples daily helps strengthen your gums which in turn will help keep your teeth healthy and strong.

4-They help alleviate Arthritis
Pineapples have anti-inflammatory properties which can ease the pain of arthritis while at the same time strengthen bones.

5-They help lower the risk of Macular Degeneration
Macular degeneration is the primary cause of vision loss in adults. Including pineapples in your diet can lower the risk of this disease by about 36%.

6-They Improve digestion
Pineapples contain Bromelain which has protein digesting properties that keep the digestive tract healthy. They also neutralize fluids in the body to ensure they are not too acidic. They also help regulate secretions in the pancreas to aid in digestion.

7-They help prevent coughs and colds
Pineapples are rich in Vitamin C which gives them the ability to fight viruses that cause colds. Eating pineapples combined with the right medication for your sickness can help you recover more quickly.

Nutrients in pineapple per cup:
Vitamin c 131.4%
Manganese 76.5%
Fiber 9.2%
Vitamin B69%
Copper 9%
Vitamin B18.6%
Folate 7.4%
Calories (82) 4%medium

Source: allafrica.com

Publication date: 12/19/2013

This article originally appeared on August 1, 2015.

* Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights 25.

Jeff Eats knows that September 18-November 1, 2015 is a few months away! That said, time to back-burner Hillary Clinton, Iran’s promises not to build nuclear bombs, missing Malaysian Airline-planes, Al Sharpton, confederate flags, nonsensical Donald Trump, no chance Chris Christie, the Apple Watch, Socialist Bernie Sanders and one trick Sean Hannity…and make plans to attend Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights 25. Trust Jeff Eats on this one, I don’t care how old or how young you are, you will have an absolute blast at this “event”!

Printed down below for reference purposes- is Jeff Eats’ August 26, 2014 “tale” about Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights 24.

Look! You’re smart guys, so I know that- you can “check” halloweenhorrornights.com and figure out how to get the best deal…

Once again, forget the HOA meetings and Governor Scott’s stand on abortion- and treat yourself to a real fun time!

Select nights – Sept 18 – Nov 1, 2015

from halloweenhorrornights.com
On select nights from September 18th through November 1st, 2015, the streets of Universal Studios Florida® theme park come alive with hordes of horrifying mutants, monsters and maniacs. With 25 years of experience to draw from, nobody creates a more nightmarish Halloween event filled with truly original scares and authentic horror movie moments. You can explore terrifying haunted houses, make your way through multiple scare zones where creatures lurk around every turn, enjoy outrageous live shows, and experience many of the park’s most exciting rides and attractions.

Halloween Horror Nights annually draws hundreds of thousands of horror fans from around the globe. Tony Timpone, Editor of Fangoria Magazine, said, “After visiting scream parks all across the U.S. for the last 20 years, I can easily say that Universal’s is the best in the business… Halloween Horror Nights is the ultimate Halloween experience.”

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Halloween Horror Nights 24 (Orlando)
Posted on August 26th, 2014 · Deals Hotels/Motels/Resorts Music/Events/Other Orlando

* Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights 24.

Call Jeff Eats a wild and crazy guy…but I got something for you guys-that I seriously doubt you would have ever considered on your own…UNIVERSAL ORLANDO HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS 24.

Real simple concept,

On select nights, September 19- November 1, 2014…Universal Orlando stages a gigantic Halloween Horror Night. The full boat of haunted houses, “scary” characters, decorations, shows, rides, food, merchandise.

Nothing for nothing, Jeff Eats has been to 14 of these Horror Nights and I had an absolute blast at each and every one of them. Truth be told, I only had a blast at 13 of them…one Halloween Horror Night was-9 days after I had cataract surgery–the haunted houses’ lights/mirrors really threw me for a loop–then again, no one ever said that Jeff Eats was the brightest goblin in the barrel. So, be smart-think twice about “doing” Halloween Horror Night 9 days after cataract surgery. As you can see from the event’s title–this is Universal Orlando’s 24th year-trust me on this, Universal Orlando is an absolute expert on staging this-thing.

Just so you know, the way I- played attending in the past…Jeff Eats caught a room at one of Universal Orlando Resort Hotels (Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort) on a Friday-did Horror Night and headed home late on Saturday night. For what it’s worth, all three listed hotels were dynamite, with my pecking order being the Hard Rock, Royal Pacific, Portofino. Just so you know, last year Universal added another hotel to the mix-Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort-so you now got 4 hotels-should you want to stay on “property.”

Rather than my going into detail about Halloween Horror Night, let’s just say that my having done 14 of them should speak volumes.

On- tickets/info, check halloweenhorrornights.com. Also check universalorlando.com for tickets/hotels/info.

Just a heads up, be smart and “search” around-Coca Cola has a ticket promo-deal working…there is also a Florida Resident deal floating around. On hotels, the smart move is to stay at one of Universal’s joints…you can walk to the “park”–real easy!

Like I said before, I love- this Halloween Horror Nights’ thing.

Universal recommends 13+ on age…trust me, you’ll be more scared than your 8 year old kid or grandchild is…Capice!

Kids or no kids,

I’m telling you…DO THIS THING! It’s fabulous.

***** DISH OF THE WEEK (Sunday- 9/13/15)

One of Jeff Eats’ favorite menu items…

BBQ SPARE RIBS
$12.98 (6 ribs)

Gary Woo Express,
9874 Yamato Road
Boca Raton
(561)483-8889
garywooexpress.com
Latest Review: 12/23/12

Real simple tale to tell you, this Chinese takeout joint- makes some of the best bbq spare ribs in South Florida.

Can’t really explain it, but if you were/are- originally from Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, Staten Island, Bronx-you “know” what this joint’s ribs taste like…slightly charred, not covered in some sweet tomato-sauce- like I just said, Jeff Eats really can’t explain-the great taste! Anyway, Gary Woo Express makes THEM!

Just so you know, Gary Woo Express is basically a “takeout”- it does have a handful of tables inside and some outdoor patio seating-so you are now “informed.”

By the way, in addition to the bbq ribs- the rest of its food is also dynamite. Definitely one of the best Chinese-joints down here in Sunny South Florida.

Before Jeff Eats runs, let me mention two others things…

Gary Woo Express also has a real-strong sushi menu…so if you’re “over” Pearl Harbor you now know where you can get delicious- stuff!- and between you guys and Jeff Eats. Gary Woo’s prices are seemingly a “bit” higher than most of the other neighborhood players- so, if you check the joint’s website, there is a coupon-or two- that may save you a few bucks!
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ChineseDealsFast FoodJapaneseGary Woo Express (Boca Raton)
Posted on December 23rd, 2012 · Boca Raton Chinese Deals Fast Food Japanese

***** Gary Woo Express, 9874 Yamato Road, Boca Raton, Florida 33434, (561) 483-8889.

Got an absolutely terrific Chinese-takeout joint for you…Gary Woo Express in Boca Raton.

Just so you know, Jeff Eats originally “reviewed” this joint on August 19, 2009…suffice it to say, I loved its food back in 2009. Anyway, about 8 months ago new owners took over and to their credit, the food they are “banging-out” is even better than the original stuff. Trust me on this one, Gary Woo Express is right up there with the best Chinese restaurants that Jeff Eats has tried down here in South Florida.

When you check menu/prices at www.garywooexpress.com- in addition to loads of Chinese stuff you will find a huge Japanese menu. For the record, Jeff Eats, didn’t try any of the Japanese items, but if the Japanese food is as good as the Chinese stuff was—Gary Woo Express will be a joint where you can get both-delicious Chinese and Japanese takeout. Just so you know, Gary Woo Express has a couple of tables inside and a handful outside—but this joint is basically a takeout.

Applying Jeff Eats’ 1950’s Brooklyn Jewish Taste Test…sampled items included— won ton soup, tomato egg drop soup, egg rolls, pan fried pork dumplings, bbq ribs, general tso’s chicken, sweet & sour pork, pepper steak, shrimp in lobster sauce, chicken lo mein, roast pork fried rice. The result…Gary Woo Express is one of the best Chinese-takeoout joints that Jeff Eats has tried down here in South Florida. No kidding around, every item “tried” was delicious. To be perfectly honest with you, Jeff Eats’ original plan was to put the “dishes” in some sort of pecking order- but they were all dynamite–so I’ didn’t bother. For you wise-guys out there, No!–Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats didn’t eat “all” that food all by ourselves in one sitting…The fact of the matter, the taste test was conducted in 2-parts…some of the food was picked-up on a Thursday night and some was picked up on Saturday night—so there!

If I got one bitch here, I found the prices a drop- on the high side. No big deal–no second job needed…but the prices were definitely higher than the local competition.

Before I run…if you decide to try Gary Woo Express–when you get to the joint, you’ll find a “menu-rack” outside the front door. The takeout menus in the rack–have coupons and you can use them “right away”— Now that I’m thinking, the coupon that I used saved me 10% off my entire order. The point of all this yapping—use the coupons to off-set the higher-prices I detected.

Gary Woo Express was a “huge” find.

I am telling you, this joint is right up there with best of breed.

Gary Woo Express is open Monday-Friday 11am-10pm and Saturday-Sunday 2pm-10pm

* Roshana Hashanah Holiday Dinner.

Just in case you guys are wondering, Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats are “doing” First Night – at Brother Jeff Eats’ home in Boca Raton and- Second Night at the Pavilion Grille also in Boca Raton with three other couples.

You may also be wondering…Why the Pavilion Grille? To you guys I say-for the past 40 years- when it came/comes to the Jewish Holidays, Mrs. Jeff Eats gave/gives the marching orders and I march! Trust me, it’s a lot easier that way!

Anyway,

A Happy and Healthy New Year to all of you!

* Wonderama Band.

A recent e-mail received by Jeff Eats.

Jeff,

We are planning a Sweet 16 for our daughter. Right now we are talking close to 150 adults-kids!

My husband and I know that you love Oldies, but we are looking for a band that will play what 16 year olds listen to without annoying the crap out of the adults there!

Can you help here?

By the way, loved, loved, loved your recent Habit Burger pick.

Thanks in advance,

Marilyn G. (Boca Raton)

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Marilyn G.:

WONDERAMA BAND based out of West Palm Beach- is the call here. This band, kills! Everyone at “your”- no- make that “her” party will love them!

You, your husband and your daughter can check the band out at wonderamaband.com.

Thanks for reading…

***** Lawless Subs, 445 West State Road 436, Altamonte Springs, Florida 32714, (407) 774-8827.

Real simple tale to tell, some guys know how to make delicious subs/sandwiches/wraps/salads and some don’t!

Lawless Subs makes delicious subs/sandwiches/wraps/salads!

Order at/pickup at the counter, loads of table/counter seating.

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats recently “did”…

Lawlinator

Atkins

Lawless Subs is open Monday-Friday 10:30am-7pm, Saturday 10:30am-3:30pm, Sunday closed.

* Which Judge On ‘America’s Got Talent’ Looks Most Like Joey Ramone?

By the way, looking at the picture- Joey is the third one from the left!

* NY Comedy Night Presents Grandma Lee with host Bruce Smirnoff.

Jeff Eats has seen Grandma Lee’s act…trust me, the lady will crack-you-up!

Throw Bruce Smirnoff into the mix- and you got a great night of comedy!

The show is set for:

8221 Glades Road #10 Boca Raton, Florida 33434
561 483 9036

Thursday Night- 9/24/15
8pm-10pm
Info/tickets: bocablackbox.com

Just checked goldstar.com- its got $15 tickets going for $3.75 & $7.50.

Not for nothing, but Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats are “down” for this one!

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from therealgrandmalee.com

Grandma Lee electrifies the stage from the moment she takes the mic, till she finishes in a Blaze of Glory. This 79, almost 80 year old comedian gained national exposure when she was a finalist of season 4 of America’s Got Talent. She is no stranger to competition, she was featured on Season 2 of Last Comic Standing, and was a 2 time winner of USA World Showcase Comedy Division at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.

She also has appeared on Jenny Jones’ Comedy Divas, and The Jerry Springer Show. Her show is “Adult humor, But NOT Offensive”. You will feel like you are hearing about the real world from a “Pull No Punches”, “Tell you like it is”, Grandma you wish you grew up with!

She definitely is NOT ready for the rocking chair!

This article first appeared on 8/31/15.

* Win 2- Tickets To: Blood Sweat & Tears, Chuck Negron, Mark Farner.

Real simple tale to tell…

Great outdoor venue- 3 top-notch acts!

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats are gonna be there.

Right Now- goldstar.com and livingsocial.com are running great “deals” on tickets!

No bs-here, trust Jeff Eats when I tell you that in my day- I’ve been to quite a few “concerts”…my eye bags are- well earned…that said, The Amp is an absolutely terrific outdoor venue to see a Rock N Roll concert at- great sightlines/sound & light systems and every seat, works!

Whether you’re a “youngster” or an “old rocker” (or maybe it’s an “old cocker”) like me- be smart and go see BS&T, Negron and Farner ’cause it’s gonna be some-show!

Finally, Jeff Eats has 2 tickets for the 30th reader who posts a comment. Just so you know, 1- comment per reader per day- Your IP Addresses don’t lie! Last date to submit a comment, October 5, 2015. If 30 comments aren’t received, 29-28-27-26 so on and so forth- will be the winner!

Blood Sweat & Tears, Chuck Negron, Mark Farner
Thursday, October 8, 2015
Concert: 7:00pm | Doors: 6:00pm
The Amp (Pompano Beach Amphitheater)
Tickets: $38-$78… ticketmaster.com
Info/Tickets: pompanobeacharts.org
Blood Sweat & Tears (fronted by Bo Bice, Jr.-American Idol runner-up to Carrie Underwood, Season 4), Chuck Negron (former lead singer of Three Dog Night), Mark Farner (former lead singer of Grand Funk Railroad)…

* Dom Irrera.

Jeff Eats has been a “fan” for over 40 years- that’s right 40years!

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats got plans to see Irrera (who works “light blue”) Saturday- 9/19/15 (9:45pm-show)!

Irrera is booked into the Fort Lauderdale IMPROV, 5700 Seminole Way Hollywood, Florida 33314, (954) 981-5653:

Thursday, Sep 17, 2015 8:00 PM
Friday, Sep 18, 2015 8:00 PM
Friday, Sep 18, 2015 10:30 PM
Saturday, Sep 19, 2015 7:00 PM
Saturday, Sep 19, 2015 9:45 PM

Tickets are $20…improvftl.com

Just between you guys and Jeff Eats, if you check goldstar.com… $20 tickets are going for $3.75 & $10!

from improvftl.com
Nominated, six times for an American Comedy Award, Dom Irrera’s stand-up material was honed in a multi-generational Italian household in South Philadelphia with his mother, sister, grandmother, uncles and cousins all under one very big roof. A great-grandmother even lived across the street. Together there were three floors and four generations of family.

His first big break was his performance on Rodney Dangerfield’s “Nothing Goes Right” comedy specials for HBO. In 1989 Irrera’s own HBO “One Night Stand” earned him his first CableACE award for Best Stand-Up Comedy Special. In ’95 he won a second CableACE for the Showtime stand-up series he hosted, “Full Frontal Comedy”. That same year he received a second CableACE nomination in the writing category for his work on Comedy Central’s animated series, “Dr. Katz: Professional Therapist”. He also starred in a solo stand-up special for HBO in ’92 titled “Command Performance”.

He has performed on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno”, “The Late Show with David Letterman”, “Late Night with Conan O’Brien”, “The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson”, “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart”, “The View”, and has made several appearances on “Oprah”. Recent credits include an all-new stand-up special titled “Comedy Central Presents”, which aired on the cable network this past summer.

As an avid sports fan, he hosted four seasons of Comedy Central’s irreverent football show, “Offsides”, where he conducted hilarious on-the-field interviews with football greats. He also hosted Comedy Central’s “Behind the Scenes at the American Comedy Awards: specials in ’98 and ’99.

Irrera was a series regular on the ’98 Fox comedy “Damon” starring Damon Wayans and his guest-star credits include “Seinfeld” (he played an annoying prop comic needling Jerry in the memorable episode), “Becker”, “Everybody Loves Raymond” and “King of Queens”. In addition, Dom voices the character Ernie, the demolitions expert, on Nickelodeon’s “Hey Arnold”.

His film work includes a featured role in Robert Townsend’s “Hollywood Shuffle”, a cameo in the Coen Bros. Film, “The Big Lebowski”, “The Fourth Tenor”, starring old pal Rodney Dangerfield, and he played himself in the Rodney Dangerfield / Dom De Luise film, “The Godson”.

Dom has performed at Montreal’s prestigious “Just For Laughs Festival” and the “Cat Laughs Festival” in Kilkenny, Ireland (he’s made more appearances at both festivals than any other American comic). He also has performed at the “Melbourne Comedy Festival” in Australia, and at “Edinburgh Festival’s” Assembly Hall. It was there that he received the “Herald Award” for artistic excellence.

In 2010, Dom continued his quest for international DOM-ination with a 10-day run at the Sydney Comedy Festival and his first ever one-man show, “Plugged, Unplugged then Plugged Again” played to sold out audiences in Montreal