***** Salvatore D. Finest Italian Cuisine, 8760 Southwest 72nd Street, Miami, Florida 33173, (305) 274-4044.

Got an absolutely terrific “white-cloth” Italian joint for you guys…Salvatore D. Finest Italian Cuisine in Miami.. Nothing too snotty, but I’m thinking that you gotta lose the shorts and flip-flops for this one.

Jeff Eats, Mrs. Jeff Eats and another couple recently caught dinner there- and the food/service were dynamite.

When you check Salvatore D.’s website-salvatoredrestaurant.com- you’ll find a menu with enough- appetizers, soups, salads, pastas, meat/chicken/seafood entrees and desserts so nobody with you is gonna be unhappy- unless they had their heart set-on having pizza…On the price front, not exactly your neighborhood pizza joint prices, but you won’t have to take a second-job to pay the bill.

On the dinner front…fried calamari, fried mozzarella, caprese salad, chicken parmigiana, penne alla vodka, veal cacciatore, zuppa di pesce, sausages & peppers- like I said 4.8 seconds ago- the food was absolute dynamite. Now, nothing for nothing- but I’m telling you, one of the best Italian meals that Jeff Eats has had in a very-very long time.

To wrap it up for you…white cloth, full liquor bar, off the chart food, very competent-professional service, prices that won’t send you to the poorhouse.

Salvatore D. is a huge winner. A definite must try!

The joint is open Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 5pm-11pm, Friday-Saturday 5pm-midnight, closed Monday.

* Isle Casino Racing.

The Isle Casino Racing’s website- (pompano-park.isleofcapricasinos.com) describes its Pompano Beach facility/operation this way…

“Welcome to Isle® Casino Racing in Pompano Beach, Florida, featuring 1,500 slots, 38 poker tables, six restaurants, harness racing, and live entertainment 7 days a week. We are a state of the art gaming and entertainment destination with the amenities and services you are looking for in a smoke-free environment, just minutes from the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and only 20 minutes from North Miami”

Long story short,

Based on the way that Jeff Eats was “treated” or shall I say “not treated” by the Isle Casino Racing- it has to be one of the most mismanaged business-facilities that I have ever dealt with.

Now you and I know that Comcast takes the cake when it comes to horrendous customer/service…that said, this Isle Casino Racing isn’t too far behind.

Over the past 4- weeks Jeff Eats has personally sent 4 e-mails to the facility, left 2-phone-voice messages at the facility, had 3 conversations with Isle of Capri Casinos Inc. (it owns Isle Casino Racing) “main-corporate switchboard” and not ONE-SINGLE MESSAGE THAT WAS LEFT- EVER RECEIVED THE COURTESY OF A REPLY. Jeff Eats’ inquiries concerned “getting” information about food/beverage/operations for a contemplated story on the casino/facility.

I got no idea as to who the GM of this disaster is, but he/she is either a huge loser, or is secretly working for the Seminole Tribe, or has got a bunch of slackers- working for him/her, who couldn’t give a rat’s ass about the Company- or how their GM looks!

I don’t care if it’s Jeff Eats or Monkey Sees-Monkey Does writing/calling, you respond to e-mails and return phone messages, when you’re in BUSINESS!

Finally, if you think that Jeff Eats is making a big deal out of nothing…to prove my point- Just call Isle’s local number (954-642-0325) and see how your “inquiry” is handled by the operator who answers. I also called that number 4-times and you would have thought that I had asked that person(s) How To Cure Cancer- when all I was looking to “have” done was to be connected to the GM’s Office or the Marketing Department!

Betcha, if Isle Casino Racing wasn’t a non-smoking joint-it would be empty!

* KingOfPop.com.

THIS was delivered to my house about 31 minutes ago…3.5 gallon tin of White Chocolate Caramel / Dark Chocolate Caramel / Milk Chocolate Caramel.

Got it from my buddy Bobby T in Huntington, New York. Checking the cost on-line $59.99 + $12.16 shipping…

DELICIOUS…so KingOfPop.com and Bobby T in Huntington, New York get a huge shout-out from Jeff Eats.

If any of you guys want to get your own Jeff Eats’ shout-out, you now know what to do!!

* Salute To Vienna- New Year’s Eve Concert.

Not exactly Jeff Eats’ cup of tea!

That said, being an Equal Opportunity Food & Entertainment -site (or something like that)…just in case “this” floats-your-boat- you now know!

For tickets/info- coralspringcenterfortheperformingarts.com

***** Primanti Bros.

Here’s a Jeff Eats’- gem for you guys…Primanti Bros. with South Florida joints in Oakland Park, Fort Lauderdale and Sunrise.

Outrageously delicious- super reasonably priced…pizza, pastas, other Italian stuff, subs, wings, burgers.

Printed below is a story that- Jeff Eats did on Primanti Bros. wayback on 6/11/08.

You can check menu/prices/locations/other info- primantibros.com.

Jeff Eats LOVES this joint…trust me, it’s a huge winner!
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June 11, 2008
***** Primanti Bros. 516 Oakland Park Boulevard, Oakland Park, Florida 33334, (954) 565-7100…&…901 North Fort Lauderdale Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304, (954) 565-0605.

You folks from Pittsburgh already know all-about Primanti Bros. which has something like 13 joints in Pittsburgh…Thus far there are 2 Primanti spots in South Florida.

Imagine the most laid-back neighborhood pizza joint in the whole world that not only makes great pizza, but great subs, Italian dishes, burgers, wings, and deli sandwiches…and you got Primanti Bros.

Over the past 3 years, I have eaten in the Oakland Park location at least 20 times, the last time being lunch yesterday. I am telling you, the food at this joint is absolutely incredible and dirt cheap. One of my favorite “items” is the peppers/onions/sausage/melted parmigiana sub that goes for a measely $5.95.

Just so you know, the Oakland Park joint is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner…The Fort Lauderdale joint is open 24-hours a day.

Great food. Great prices. Large portions. Great service. Tee shirt/shorts is the dress of the day.

Do yourself a big favor and check the Primanti website at www.primantibrothers.com for menu and assorted details.

This joint is an absolute homerun. Don’t miss it.

* Theme Cruise Finder.

First things first, I’m gonna assume that you guys know what a theme-cruise is…Good!

Thought I’d pass this site- themecruisefinder.com onto you guys.

The other day, Jeff Eats was “thinking” of booking a- 1950s-1960s Rock N Roll oldies theme cruise. During my “internet search” I came across Theme Cruise Finder- a site that lists/and has info- literally on hundreds of up-coming theme-cruises.

I’m still working on my cruise and I should be making a decision sometime in the next 10 days- Like I said 2.1 seconds ago, themecruisefinder.com has lists/info on all kinds of theme cruises-and you now know what Jeff Eats does in his spare time!

From themecruisefinder.com:
Theme Cruise Finder – Over 500 Theme Cruises Currently Listed…
Welcome to Theme Cruise Finder, the first and only comprehensive searchable theme cruise web portal available on the internet. Our goal with this site is twofold. First to provide vacationers a place to search for one-of-a-kind theme cruise vacations. Second, and just as important, to allow travel agencies and theme cruise providers a venue to showcase all of the myriad theme cruises. The goal at Theme Cruise Finder is to provide a search tool where the vacationer has easy access to both private and cruise line theme cruises, which they may have not been able to find any other way.

About Theme Cruise Finder…
Theme Cruise Finder…Theme Cruise Center
Theme cruising has developed as a way to bring together people who share common interests, hobbies and passions to share and enjoy theme cruise experiences which are all but impossible to duplicate on shore.
From the Theme Cruise Finder home page, you can search for different types of theme cruises by category. If you have something very specific in mind, try the advanced search function to narrow down the range of cruises you have in mind.
Theme Cruise Finder is here for the traveling public and its sole purpose is to bring together those who have offered a theme cruise with those who might be interested in joining a theme cruise.
Theme cruises run the gamut from political theme cruise, to Kosher theme cruise, to singles theme cruise to poker theme cruise to music theme cruise.
The popularity of cruising has continued to spread across the entire demographic spectrum. There truly is a cruise line or itinerary for most everyone.

* Chris Macdonald’s Memories of Elvis Rockin’ Birthday Bash.

Between you, Jeff Eats and the bedpost- I’ve seen something like 65,329 Elvis impersonators in my day…and I’ll bet you a buck, that most of you have too, give or take a thousand here and there.

Long story short, there is a guy named Chris MacDonald who lives down here in South Florida- who has been “doing” Elvis for God only knows how long…I first saw the guy, 13 years ago and I’ve seen him something like 5 times since…GOOD–REAL GOOD!

There are ELVI (I think that’s the plural for Elvis) and then there are ELVI and I’m telling you- if you want to see a terrific- ELVIS Show- band, dancers, costumes…you gotta go-see Chris MacDonald!

Just in case you need a drop more convincing, checkout chrismacdonaldselvis.com.

Thank You Very Much (I know a bit corny)!
*****

Chris MacDonald’s Memories of Elvis Rockin Birthday Bash

When:January 10, 2015 @ 8:00 pm
Buy Tickets Where:Coral Springs Center for the Arts
2855 Coral Springs Drive
Coral Springs,FL 33065
Tickets: coralspringscenterforthearts.com

Chris MacDonald’s Memories of Elvis Rockin Birthday Bash @ Coral Springs Center for the Arts | Coral Springs | Florida | United StatesThis January 8th would have been Elvis Presley’s 80th Birthday.
Are you still lonesome for the energy, charisma and the incredible voice of the King of Rock-N-Roll?
Then join us for Chris MacDonald’s Memories of Elvis Rockin Birthday Bash, a dynamic full production tribute that shares the incredible story of “the shy humble country boy who became the King of Rock–n-Roll” through highlights of several stages of his iconic career: the early years,
the movies, the black leather ’68 comeback, the white fringe ’70 Vegas concerts.

With this national touring production, you are in for a big Las Vegas-style show with dynamic band and singers as Chris MacDonald draws his audience in with the look, sounds, and nuances that made Elvis the King of Rock-n-Roll. An accomplished and experienced entertainer, Chris has performed in Vegas, Branson and with the famous Legends in Concert stage productions. He has also headlined with Elvis’ own original back up group, the Jordanaires and D.J Fontana at the famous Hard Rock Live Concert Arena.His full production show has consistently sold out venues throughout the country. Adding to the authenticity of his tribute, Chris has the ultimate honor of being the “Only Tribute Artist hired by Elvis Presley Enterprises to perform at Graceland’s Heartbreak Hotel”. Chris’s show is not an overdone impersonation. It is a natural, heartfelt tribute to an American Icon!

Join us for a fun filled night with great songs and memories as we celebrate the life and music of the King of Rock-n-Roll.

“Chris MacDonald draws his audience in with the look, sounds, and nuances that made Elvis the King of Rock-n-Roll!”

“A truly refreshing tribute to the King of Rock-n-Roll!”

* The Four Steps Of Life!

With the New Year fast approaching, The Four Steps Of Life!-can best be described as,

First… you believe in Santa Claus (Jews and other non -Christians please play along with Jeff Eats here).

Second…you then don’t believe in Santa Claus.

Third… you are Santa Claus.

Fourth…you now look like Santa Claus.

* “Best Lists” Are Silly!

Jeff Eats caught this advertisement in yesterday’s- Jewish Journal (floridajewishjournal.com.

Your luck, you hired this firm on December 31, 2011 at 11:59pm…

See how silly Best Lists are?

By the way, I know absolutely nothing about the law firm in the-advertisement…just showing you guys that – Best This & Best That- claims are nothing but subjective calls-and that all such- lists need to be taken with a grain of salt!

One final thought, whenever I’m in Delray Beach- I’m the best Personal Injury Attorney in Delray Beach!

* Message for the Holidays!

With the Holidays upon us I would like to share a personal experience with my friends about drinking and driving. As you may know some of us have been known to have brushes with the authorities from time to time on the way home after a “social session” out with friends.

Well, two days ago I was out for an evening with friends and had several cocktails followed by some rather nice red wine.

Feeling jolly I still had the sense to know that I may be slightly over the limit.

That’s when I did something that I’ve never done before – I took a bus home.

Sure enough on the way home there was a police road block, but since it was a bus they waved it past. I arrived home safely without incident.

This was a real surprise as I had never driven a bus before, I don’t know where I got it and now I have it parked outside, I really don’t know what to do with it.