* Boca Black Box Center for the Arts.

The below-“article” originally appeared on 8/18/15. I just wanted to give you guys a quick update..

Last night, Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats attended a “family & friends” event at Boca Black Box…I’m thinking that about 200 people “got” to experience this brand new theater in action.

The skinny- Boca Black Box has a small beer/wine bar- no food is served – 250 theater seats. Just between us, every seat-works (great sight-lines), terrific sound system/lighting system, large stage which is also equipped with a large “hidden” movie screen…

Last night’s event, headlined comedian-Sarge who killed for one solid hour! If you haven’t seen Sarge, go see the guy- he puts on a fabulous-hilarious show! You can checkout Sarge’s act/schedule at iamsarge.com.

Jeff Eats’ take…I loved the joint. Boca Black Box is going to develop a huge following- of people looking to see top-notch comedians and other artists in a closeup-intimate theater setting. Real simple formula at work here, you buy a ticket-you see the show, no drink minimums/no food minimums, no servers roaming the facility during the show, no drama!

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Posted August 18, 2015
* Boca Black Box Center for the Arts, 8221 Glades Road #10, Boca Raton, Florida 33434, (561)483-9036.

Got something really good for you guys- Boca Black Box Center for the Arts located in Boca Raton.

Bet you a buck, that most of you guys never even heard of the joint…

Long story short, a day or so ago- Singer Productions one of South Florida’s premier entertainment production companies- opened a new “250 seat theater”- Boca Black Box Center for the Arts…

All Jeff Eats can tell you is- that you gotta checkout (bocablackbox.com) Boca Black Box’s initial- lineup of “acts”-no fooling around, some really top-shelf comedians and music acts- are booked!

From what I’m hearing- Boca Black Box’s state of the art sound/light systems, seating, separate wine-bar and seasoned management team- have the earmarks of an absolute homerun- so if you’re into live comedy/music “shows” you now know about South Florida’s newest player long before almost-anyone else!

Like I said a few seconds ago, the joint just-opened (soft opening)- so basically nobody even knows that Boca Black Box even exists…

Be smart, stay on top of this “situation” because when word gets around- Boca Black Box’s tickets- are gonna be a hot-commodity!

Jeff Eats hasn’t been “there” yet- down below are some of the shows that Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats are gonna try and get to! Suffice it to say, I’ll update you guys on what’s-what once I’ve seen the joint in action for myself.

from bocablackbox.com

Welcome to Boca Black Box

Boca Black Box, a center for the arts, specializes in quality entertainment for all ages. The Box will be bringing in live comedy, drama, music as well as offering fundraising opportunities for the Boca community. Our management team has been producing shows for other venues for over 20 years and now has combined their skills and talents to bring it all under one location. Our team has produced shows such as, The Ultimate Thriller “The Michael Jackson Tribute”, Three Hysterical Broads off Their Medication, That’s Funny You Don’t Look Jewish, just to name a few.

What is a Black Box Theatre? According to Wikipedia, A black box theater consists of a simple, somewhat unadorned performance space, usually a large square room with black walls and a flat floor. It is a relatively recent innovation in theater.

If you are looking to see a comedy show, a drama or even a musical, come on down to the Box, your first choice for quality entertainment.

Box office: 561.483.9036
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Just a “taste” of Boca Black Box’s current lineup…for complete lineup/tickets/info bocablackbox.com.

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***** DISH OF THE WEEK (Sunday- 8/30/15)

One of Jeff Eats’ favorite menu items…

10″ CHICKEN PARMESAN SUB
$7.99

Bambini’s Garden Pizzeria
14466 Military Trail
Delray Beach
561) 638-6442
bambinisgardenpizza.com
Latest Review: 3/3/15

If you wanna eat an absolutely off-the-chart-delicious chicken parmesan sub- then you gotta try Bambini’s Garden Pizzeria.

Rather than spin you a whole new tale, checkout Jeff Eats’ Bambini’s- 3/3/15 “writeup” reprinted down-below…

Trust me on this one, this joint’s stuff is dynamite!

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Bambini’s Garden Pizzeria (Delray Beach)
Posted on March 3rd, 2015 · Delray Beach Fast Food Italian Pizza Subs/Salads

***** Bambini’s Garden Pizzeria, 14466 Military Trail, Delray Beach, Florida 33484, 561) 638-6442.

This is a real simple tale to tell…

If you want some of the most delicious New York Style pizza, hot/cold subs, stromboli- down here in sunny South Florida…get yourself over to Bambini’s Garden Pizzeria in Delray Beach.

Just so you know, the joint is owned by the same folks that own- The Boys Farmers Market in Delray Beach (see review 10/17/14) …Bambini’s is basically a takeout, but there is limited indoor/outdoor seating.

This past Sunday afternoon, Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats had a bunch of friends over to our home in Boca Raton…to feed the hordes of people- we picked up from Bambini’s 2- 20″ cheese pizzas ($14.99 each), 1- 20″ meatball pizza ($16.99), 1-20″ white pizza ($17.99), 3- 10″ chicken parmesan subs ($7.99 each), 3- 10″ eggplant parmesan subs ($7.99 each), 4- 10″ sausage/peppers/onions subs ($7.99 each), 3- pepperoni Stromboli ($9.99 each) and I am telling you EVERYTHING was delicious.

No fooling here, Bambini’s stuff literally blew Jeff Eats, Mrs. Jeff Eats and our friends away.

For what it’s worth-Jeff Eats had been hearing about this joint for months- and this past Sunday was the day “I” decided to give it a shot. The pizza was as close to perfect as can be… thin crispy crust, sweet sauce- the subs’ fillings were dynamite/the semolina seeded bread was terrific, the prices- tons of food for cheap money!

No crapping you guys, I couldn’t have picked a better joint for this particular home-event!

Bambini’s Garden Pizzeria is an absolute must try.

To make sure we are straight on the facts… basically a takeout, limited menu (stromboli, subs, wraps, salads, pizza)- and if you are wondering, the joint “does pizza by the slice.”

Bambini’s website-bambinisgardenpizza.com- is kinda useless, no menu info provided.

Bambini’s Garden Pizzeria is open Monday-Thursday & Saturday 10:30am-9pm, Sunday 10:30am-7pm.

* The Naked Magic Show.

You guys gotta go see The Naked Magic Show…an absolutely brilliant magic/comedy show from Australia

Jeff Eats has seen the show- and it kills! As for the “naked” you’ve seen more “naked” on NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX. PBS!

Trust me on this one, you will have an absolute blast!

Parker Playhouse

Saturday, October 17, 7:00 PM
&
Sunday, October 18 7:00 PM

Tickets: browardcenter.com

From the creator of the biggest magic show on the planet comes the worlds naughtiest magic show “The Naked Magicians”.

“The most entertaining show of the year!” – AUSSIETHEATRE.COM

“Release your inner demon and let yourself be enchanted” – THEATREPEOPLE

“It’s so, so funny!” – THE COURIER MAIL

Left without sleeves or pockets, The Naked Magicians saucy magic is baffling and entertaining, bringing a new meaning to “now you see it”.

This boisterous R-rated magic show, strips away the top hats and capes, promising full frontal illusions. Good magicians don’t need sleeves and great magicians don’t need pants. This show proves just that.

The show features magic, mirth and more than a touch of mayhem as these two hot and hilarious magicians say abracadabra and take magic to a whole new level.
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The Magicians:

MIKE TYLER

Mike Tyler is an outstanding magician, mentalist, and comedy hypnotist who combines insane sleight of hand with unbelievable mind trickery. At the age of 30, Mike is considered one of Australia’s premier corporate entertainers, having performed for companies such as Qantas, Channel Seven, Commonwealth Bank, Hyundai, and Network Ten. While Brisbane is his home, Mike performs his interactive magic, comedy magic on stage, and hilarious hypnosis shows all over Australia and has wowed audiences throughout Europe, Canada and USA.

Throughout his school years, Mike’s focus was on his studies and his desire to be a professional swimmer (he even beat Ian Thorpe at Australian Championships as a teenager!). It wasn’t until after university when working in banking he discovered his love for magic could become a career path as he began performing shows on a part time basis. Armed with a business mind, a competitive spirit, and a desire for attention, Mike made the decision to become a full time entertainer in 2010.

Mike added comedy hypnosis to his arsenal in 2011 after two years studying stage hypnosis from USA. While stage shows take up most of Mike’s time, he also hosts a regular magic segment on Network Ten’s Toasted TV and performs magic as a volunteer in the specialist clinic at Mater Children’s Hospital (he keeps his clothes on!)

Mike performs over 250 shows a year for some of Australia’s most successful companies, professional sporting teams, government organisations, and charities. With a cheeky personality, youthful looks, charm, a quick wit, a modest ego, and some incredible sleight of hand, Mike is a very successful entertainer in his own right and is considered one of the best close-up magicians in Australia.

CHRISTOPHER WAYNE

Christopher’s journey into the entertainment industry is different from the standard showbiz story… At the age of 21 he was employed at Arnott’s biscuits as a factory hand, weighing ingredients. One day at work after what can only be described as a “Nasty Cocoa Accident”, Christopher decided to pursue his life-long nerdish interest in the art of magic (he was already a master of making biscuits disappear). A hobby soon became an obsession, the obsession became a job, and the job became an adventure that would change his life.

Now at 30, Christopher Wayne is one of Australia’s leading entertainers.

With over 200 international shows a year, he is best known as the magician from Channel 10’s Toasted TV, and has appeared with his magic on many other TV shows including Sunrise, Totally Wild, the 7PM Project and was the first magician in Australian TV history to have his own TV show, More Than Magic, which had successful runs in New Zealand, England and America.

Aside from his performing schedule, Christopher is known in Australia’s TV and Radio community as one of the most gifted comedy writers around, a skill that became very handy when creating The Naked Magicians.

***** Best Chicken Fingers in South Florida.

A recent email received by Jeff Eats.

Hey Jeff:
If this question is too dumb for you, please don’t answer.
Who makes the best chicken fingers in South Florida?
Thank you,
Louise Winters
North Miami
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Louise Winters:

I don’t know about “best” but I love the chicken fingers that are served at AMC Dine-In Theatres Coral Ridge 10, 3401 Northeast 26th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33306, (954) 566-9666.

To be perfectly honest with you, Jeff Eats isn’t sure- if AMC sells its $16 basket of “hand battered chicken tenders with ranch and honey-dijon dipping sauces, red slaw, garlic cheddar buttermilk biscuits, fries” without “your” also buying a movie ticket. I’ve had this “basket” twice- while watching movies- and the food was absolute dynamite! By the way, the portion is kinda large and can easily feed 2-adults! The suggestion here, call AMC and ask! You can also check menu/prices/info at amctheatres.com.

By the way, AMC Dine-In Theatres’ brussel sprouts are also off the chart!

Go figure, a movie theatre serving up stuff- that rivals some of South Florida’s best restaurants’ food! No fooling, if you had “told” me this- 10 years ago, I’d have said you were nuts!

By the way, there are currently only 2-AMC Dine-It Theatres in Florida…the Coral Ridge 10 in Fort Lauderdale and the Downtown Disney 24 with Dine-It Theatres in lake Buena Vista.

Thanks for reading…

* Me Thinks That The Delray Marketplace Is Grasping At Straws!

I ask you guys- How in the world is “this” going to help stimulate retail business at this “white elephant” center?

No need to answer- because IT WON’T!

* PGA National 2015- Gourmet Pig Out Food Truck & Custom Car Show.

Way-back on 7/23/15 and then again on 8/10/15 Jeff Eats told you guys about PGA National 2015- Gourmet Pig Out Food Truck & Custom Car Show…

Just trying to do you guys a solid…goldstar.com is running a “deal”- VIP TICKETS that are marked $60 are going for $40…

Really got nothing more to say, except… if you’re into big outdoor events that feature more top-shelf FOOD, DRINK & MUSIC than you can possibly consume- then PGA National 2015- Gourmet Pig Out Food Truck & Custom Car Show is absolutely positively for you. Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats “did” Gourmet Pig Out -2014 and it was TERRIFIC!
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PGA National 2015- Gourmet Pig Out Food Truck & Custom Car Show (Palm Beach Gardens)
Posted on July 23rd, 2015 · American Fast Food Hotels/Motels/Resorts Music/Events/Other Palm Beach Gardens
* PGA National 2015-Gourmet Pig Out Food Truck & Custom Car Show.

Real simple tale to tell you…

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats went-last year (2014) and I gotta tell you that-PGA Gourmet Pig Out was an absolute blast! Just between you guys and Jeff Eats, PGA National Resort & Spa really knows how to “run” outdoor events…dynamite facility, top notch staff/classy organization!

Trust Jeff Eats on this one,

You Don’t Wanna Miss…PGA National 2015-Gourmet Pig Out Food Truck & Custom Car Show!

General Admission Tickets $40, VIP Tickets $60.

PGA Gourmet Pig Out Food Truck & Custom Car Show
September 6, 2015

TicketsFlyer
5:00pm – 8:00pm
Public Welcome
Experience one dish each from the area’s finest gourmet food trucks including PGA National’s gourmet iTRUCK. Unlike other food truck shows; you will enjoy a hearty portion from each of ten gourmet food trucks all included in the cost of your ticket.

Enjoy picnic-style gourmet dining on the Fazio Golf Range while being dazzled by world-class singing impressionist, Conner Lore with his Neil Diamond Tribute Show! Bring your own blanket!
•Whole Foods Market Gourmet Food Tastings
•Enter the Custom Car Show to Win a PGA Golf Getaway and Trophy
•Live Musical Entertainment
Upgrade your general admission ticket to a VIP Experience. This will allow you access to our VIP Tasting area featuring a selection of alcoholic beverages.

General Admission: $45 in advance / $55 at the door
VIP Admission: $60 in advance
(upgrade your ticket at the door for $15)
Kids Under 12 Share for FREE!

A portion of the proceeds to benefit Wounded Warriors of South Florida

Make it a stay-cation! Take the elevator home for just $169* including two general admission tickets, and luxury accommodations at the Resort. You can book The PGA Gourmet Pig Out by calling resort reservations at 855-661-1050.

This story originally “appeared” on 8/10/15. I just checked and there are a handful of some really good seats left for both tonight’s show at the Sunrise Music Theatre and tomorrow night’s show at The Parker Playhouse. These shows should be awesome!

* The Butterfly Project & Artists For Multiple Sclerosis Present: The Pure Zeppelin Experience

Real simple tale to tell…

One of America’s premier Led Zeppelin tribute acts- The Pure Zeppelin Experience- has partnered-with charities, The Butterfly Project and Artists for Multiple Sclerosis to raise funds with 3- South Florida concerts…

Tickets are $25 and $35…with part of the ticket sales/and merchandise sold at the concerts going directly to both The Butterfly Project and Artists For Multiple Sclerosis.

Like I said 2 seconds ago, there are going to be 3- different concerts- and you guys who wanna go, can buy tickets online at the respective venues’ websites which are listed on the “flyer” down below…

For more info/tickets about The Pure Zeppelin Experience/The Butterfly Project/Artists For Multiple Sclerosis checkout- www.purezeppelin.com/events

The Butterfly Project and Artists for Multiple Sclerosis Present The Pure Led Zeppelin Experience with Special Guest Heart Brigade—A Tribute to Heart

Witness the music, magic and energy of one of the greatest rock and roll bands of our time. The Pure Zeppelin Experience mesmerizes audiences with a stunningly accurate portrayal of this phenomenal group. The band members masterfully recreate the visual appearances and playing styles of Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Bonham and John Paul Jones.

This concert features special opening act guests from the band Heart Brigade portraying Ann & Nancy Wilson in an incredible acoustic show that fans say is, “the best Heart tribute band by far!”

For one special night, let The Pure Zeppelin Experience transport you back to a time when a “Stairway to Heaven” was the only way to experience “The Hammer of the Gods!”

Artists For Multiple Sclerosis is dedicated to using their talents to help with the treatment and prevention of this terrible disease. With your help we will be able to provide financial support
and win the war against Multiple Sclerosis.
AMS has partnered with The Butterfly Project to also help with the horror’s of women involved in Human Sex Trafficking.

So please support our upcoming events, come enjoy a great night of entertainment and support 2 great causes.

* Phlorida Pretzel, 168 Northwest 51st Street, Boca Raton, Florida 33431, (561) 910-1846.

To the Owner of Phlorida Pretzel:

Yesterday which was Thursday 8/27/15, Jeff Eats wanted to “try” Phlorida Pretzel- had heard some real nice things about your handmade “philly” pretzels from my friend Steve. I checked your website (phloridapretzel.com ) and it indicated that your store’s Summer Hours were: Tuesday-Friday 8am-5pm, Saturday 8am-3pm. At 4:31pm, from my car- I called your phone number 3x and no-one answered- not even an answering machine! When I got to the store at 4:36pm, your lights were out and your door was locked. By the way, there was no sign on the door/window “Closed For Emergency”- “Closed For Death In The Family”- “Closed To Go To The Gym”- “Closed For Gas Leak”- “Will Be Right Back”…nothing! So much for trying your pretzels!

By the way, if your business is called Phlorida Pretzel why this sign?

Finally, the really sad part of this story- is that I was kinda looking forward to trying your pretzels and then hopefully telling Jeff Eats’ readers this morning- as to how good they were! C’est la vie!

***** Lighthouse Diner, 1510 North US Highway 1, Jupiter, Florida 33469, (561) 529-2883.

Got a real-good diner for you guys…Lighthouse Diner in Jupiter.

Table/booth/counter seating. Open Monday-Saturday 6:30am-9pm, Sunday 6:30am-8pm. You can check menu/prices at lighthousedinerjupiter.com. Breakfast is served all-day!

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats recently did-lunch and I gotta tell you that the Lighthouse Diner knows its stuff…chicken & waffles, chicken pot pie, bacon cheeseburger- all delicious!

I’m thinking that you regular Jeff Eats’ readers know that I’m a huge-fan of “mom & pop” diners- for sure, some are better than others, but I just like the whole “concept”- no chains, no big nothing- just every day folks trying to make a buck serving up good solid food at reasonable prices. With all that in mind, the Lighthouse Diner has the “formula” down pat- real good food, non-blood curdling prices, pleasant wait-staff all in a “no-drama” setting.

Let me wrap this up for you,

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats loved the Lighthouse Diner!

* Eat Your Heart Out.

Just in case you were-wondering-where Jeff Eats and Mrs.Jeff Eats are gonna be on October 8, 2015!

** SAVE THE DATE **

Thursday, October 8 from 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

EAT YOUR HEART OUT, A WINE AND FOOD EXTRAVAGANZA AT THE GALLERIA AT FORT LAUDERDALE, TO BENEFIT THE HEART GALLERY OF BROWARD COUNTY

WHAT: Enjoy the third annual Eat Your Heart Out Extravaganza, an evening of gourmet food, fine wine, live entertainment and a silent auction, at The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale to benefit the Heart Gallery of Broward County, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the adoption and enrichment of Broward’s foster children.

Participating restuarants include Truluck’s, Dimitrio’s Farmers Market, Funky Buddha, Albeck and Rosie’s Bar & Grill.

One of over 100 independent heart galleries across the country, the Heart Gallery of Broward County works with ChildNet and local foster care providers to seek adoptive families and other connections for children.

WHEN: Thursday, October 8, from 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

WHERE: The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale

2414 E Sunrise Blvd

Fort Lauderdale

WHO: The Heart Gallery of Broward County is a traveling photography exhibit of foster children who are waiting to be permanently adopted. Introduced in 2007, the Gallery is displayed in public places just like an art exhibit with each vibrant child composition captured by a professional photographer. Through these photos and accompanying biographies, the inner spirits of these unique children are brought to life. The Heart Gallery presents an emotional appeal to the community to help to adopt, to volunteer, and to donate money or goods. For additional information, please visit heartgalleryofbroward.org/

COST: $75 per person

INFO: For more information and to reserve tickets, call 954-918-3008 or visit http://bit.ly/1JvXBAn