* Roller Derby.

Not sure where Jeff Eats is going with this one…

Anyway,

I don’t know about you guys, but back in Brooklyn in the late 50’s-early-60’s there were loads of Saturday and Sunday afternoons (around 3pm) when tv stations WPIX, WNEW and WOR broadcast Men’s & Women’s Roller Derby…To be perfectly honest with you, Jeff Eats never consciously went “looking” for those Roller Derby broadcasts- but for some odd reason they always popped up on the screen. Just for the record, I was never a fan of the “sport”- but every so often the skaters’ slamming and belting each other caught my attention.

Anyway,

Nothing for nothing, until this afternoon -GOD only knows when the last time that I thought about Roller Derby was…the latest catalyst-my friend Joey C. mentioned that there were Roller Derby teams/leagues all over Florida-and that a site brownpapertickets.com had loads of games/tickets listed.

So,

If you like, love, want to get reacquainted, want to reconnect, want to join a team, want to get tickets, want to learn more about Roller Derby in Florida -you now know where to get info.

* The David Bromberg Quintet.

David Bromberg- One of the greatest guitarists of the 60’s-today.

Just got the below email….

Date: January 24, 2015
Time: 7:30 PM
Tickets: $35.00 & $45.00
Venue:Amaturo Theater
On Sale: September 19 at 10 AM

Grammy®-nominated guitarist and fiddler who moves across musical genres as easily as he slides up the frets of guitar, fiddle or mandolin, Blues, folk, bluegrass, ragtime, rock … no one does it better than David Bromberg. Joining him on stage is Mark Cosgrove on guitar, mandolin and vocals, Butch Amiot on bass and vocals, Nate Grower on fiddle, mandolin and vocals, and Josh Kanusky on drums and vocals.
David Bromberg awes audiences with his legendary blend of blues, folk, bluegrass and pop music.

Enter the promotional code QUINTET to buy tickets now at ticketmaster.com. before they go on sale to the public!*

DAVIDBROMBERG.NET

***** Shindig Irish Restaurant & Pub, 464 Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard, 34953, (772) 785-6202.

Before Jeff Eats tells his story, I just wanted you guys to know that Shindig had been previously “reviewed” on 8/19/11…today’s review” came about in part as a result of reader Mike N’s suggestion to “re-test” the joint with a claim that Jeff Eats’ August, 2011 outing -and I quote-“Must have been an off night because I have been eating there for years and the food is always terrific.”

With the above in mind, here’s a new-review…

Gonna assume that you guys know what an Irish Pub “looks” like…you know-dark woods, dim lighting, tables, booths, big bar, all types of beer, Irish bands, Shepherd’s Pie, corned beef & cabbage. When you check shindigpub.com for menu/prices you’ll also find a ton of “decor” pictures.

The other night Jeff Eats “did” Shindig Irish Restaurant & Pub and I gotta tell you-I loved the joint. In addition to the requisite Irish-decor, Shindig served killer food. Now this is just an observation, but my past dealings with South Florida-Irish pub joints-have on the whole not been culinary-thrill-rides…nothing terrible, but average stuff at best.

Anyway,

Jeff Eats’ party of 4- “tried” bacon cheeseburger ($10.99), Shepherd’s Pie ($14.99), Bangers & Mash ($12.99), Fish & Chips ($14.99), baby back ribs ($4.99) and I gotta tell you everything was delicious. No fooling here, definitely one of the best-Irish-pub meals I’ve had down here in sunny South Florida.

Before I close this one out, I just wanted to mention that Shindig has all kinds of food and drink “specials”- like $5 burgers on Mondays. The full list of “specials” is listed under EVENTS on shindigpub.com.

One- almost final thought, I’m just thinking…since Jeff Eats has only “done” Shindig twice-with different results-who’s to say which review is more accurate? To that end, I’ve republished below- the original review of 8/19/11 so I’m – like FOX NEWS: FAIR AND BALANCED!!

Finally…

Did you hear the one about the leprechaun who walked into a bar carrying a rooster, a baseball bat and large jar of Skippy Peanut Butter- and the bartender said…

Shindig Irish Restaurant & Pub is open 7 days a week 11am-2am.
*****
August 19, 2011
***** Shindig Irish Restaurant & Pub, 464 Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard, Port St. Lucie, Florida 34953, (772) 785-6202.

Got a good Irish pub for you…Shindig Irish Restaurant & Pub in Port St. Lucie.

A recent dinner had me “trying”…braised short rib sliders, bacon cheeseburger, shepherd’s pie, fish & chips, corned beef & cabbage. Nothing to get hysterical about “foodwise” here…but the stuff is decent enough. Do like-I did…hit this joint on either a Friday or Saturday night when it features live bands. For “small” money (the most expensive item on the menu is the flat iron steak-$21.99), you’ll eat and drink good and have a blast listening to some of the better rock bands in the area.

Check menu/prices/entertainment schedule at www.shindigpub.com.

The joint is open 7 days a week, 11am-2am.

* The Biggest Question Of Them All!

Here at Jeff Eats we discuss food, restaurants, music and all kinds of things.

I ask you,

Does this guy- Wolf Blitzer ever go home or for that matter even have a home?

***** Mama Lucia’s Pizza, 6560 North Sate Road 7, Coconut Creek, Florida 33073, (954) 429-3991.

Last night Jeff Eats gave “mom & pop” Italian red sauce Mama Lucia’s in Coconut Creek a shot.

You know the “deal” with joints like Mama Lucia’s…appetizers, wings, pizzas, pastas, calzones, strombolis, subs, meat/chicken/seafood entrees (salad, garlic knots, pasta side)…with that in mind, Jeff Eats “tried” large plain pizza, veal cutlet parmesan sub, meatball sub, eggplant rollatini, ricotta & mozzarella calzone–and I gotta tell you every thing was A-OK!

At this stage of this “game” you can check mamaluciaspizzeria.com for menu/prices/other info.

Now you know and Jeff Eats knows that this food-reviewing gig is purely and solely a subjective thing…with that in mind, I gotta tell you that I really enjoyed Mama Lucia’s’ food. The best way to “call it” good solid red sauce stuff/nice sized portions/reasonable prices/pleasant red sauce service and countless glasses of Coca Cola -made me a fan.

Mama Lucia’s Pizza is open Monday-Thursday 11am-10pm, Friday-Saturday 11am-11pm, closed on Sunday.

One final thought, can’t figure out why the joint is closed on Sunday…maybe a Monday, maybe a Tuesday-but Sunday! I don’t know about you guys, but Jeff Eats loves pizza-etc. when he is watching FOOTBALL and so do all “his” friends and family that just happen to be flopping at my-house!

* Another Comcast Scam!

Got the “below”email from Comcast yesterday morning.

Based on Comcast’s history with me-I wouldn’t trust anything that this Company-says.

Guaranteed many boxes won’t be shipped, self installations will be screwed-up and Comcast will somehow make a fortune on this so-called upgrade.

If Comcast “loves” its customers as much as it claims-to, why doesn’t the Company just send installers to every home and do what needs to be done for FREE!

The last time I checked, Jeff Eats wasn’t a Comcast employee-so why do I have to do Comcast’s work without getting paid? Another possibility, Jeff Eats isn’t a tv or for that matter a computer technician…so if I don’t pay Comcast no installation.

Comcast is a bad-news company and don’t you forget it!
*****

Dear JEFFREY:

At Comcast, we’re constantly improving our Internet network. For you, that means access to faster in-home WiFi speeds, more bandwidth, and more coverage for your whole home. With all of these technology advancements, devices need to be upgraded in order to fully maximize our service offerings.

Recently, we increased the speeds of some of our popular Internet tiers at no additional cost to you. Our records indicate that your cable modem needs to be upgraded in order to ensure you’re getting the most out of your XFINITY® Internet service.

To ensure you’re receiving the full benefits included with your service, we want to replace your existing modem with a Wireless Gateway free of charge.

How to get your replacement modem

1. Visit www.comcast.com/deviceupgrade
2. Follow the instructions and we will send you a self-installation kit which includes your new Wireless Gateway.

Our self-installation kit is easy, convenient, and at no cost to you. If you prefer to order by phone or have a technician install the new device, a processing fee or standard installation fee will apply.

We care about the environment and ask that you properly dispose of your old modem by using the return label provided in the kit sent to you. If you choose not to return your old modem, please check with your local municipality to learn about recycling programs in your area and do not discard your modem in the municipal trash. Call: 1-855-242-2876 or chat with us online at: http://www.comcastsupport.com/EOS-EOL for other no cost return options.

Thank you for being a Comcast customer. We hope you continue to do more of what you love online – stream movies, share videos, gaming, and more – all with the speed and reliability of XFINITY® Internet.

Have questions? Our online support team is ready to help.
Please visit http://www.comcastsupport.com/EOS-EOL to chat with a representative or call 1-855-242-2876 to speak with a representative.

Sincerely,

Comcast

* Smoke BBQ.

About 33 minutes ago my buddy Alan called and left a voice-mail about Smoke BBQ -a new bbq-sports bar that he had eaten in last night…in a nutshell, he raved about how good the joint was!

About 56 minutes ago Jeff Eats received a “pr-piece” email about Smoke BBQ.

Other than Alan’s message and the pr-piece, Jeff Eats has no “other” info-on this bbq joint.

Thought you guys might like a heads-up about what appears to be Delray Beach’s newest restaurant opening.

If you guys get there before I do, please give us some thoughts.

The pr-piece is printed below.
*****
WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP BBQ OPENS IN DELRAY
SMOKE BBQ Showcases Two-Time American Royal Grand Champion Pitmaster, Bryan Tyrell

Delray Beach, FL (September 15, 2014)—Smoke BBQ (eatbbqnow.com), formerly known as Union, has just opened at 8 East Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach. The new concept will feature authentic Kansas City style, smokehouse BBQ — low and slow smoked meats, including burnt ends. They will also feature Carolina pulled pork, affordable entrée selections, a cool, casual ‘American backyard’ design, a large craft beer selection, exceptional Happy Hour promotions, and a Pitmaster whose BBQ credentials are world-renowned. SMOKE BBQ is owned by local restaurateurs, Stephen Chin and Scott Kennedy.

Executive Chef and Pitmaster Bryan Tyrell is formerly of the famed Oklahoma Joe’s in Kansas City, Mo. (Anthony Bourdain named it “One of the 13 places to eat before you die”); and Bodean’s BBQ in London. Tyrell is an original member of Kansas City’s Slaughterhouse Five, and is a member of the two-time American Royal Grand Champion team in the World Series of BBQ.

“Bryan Tyrell is not only the most experienced and successful competitive BBQ Pitmaster living in South Florida, but likely the entire state,” said Kennedy. “We’re thrilled he has brought his award-winning talents to Atlantic Avenue.”

SMOKE BBQ will feature 15-hour oak smoked beef brisket, spare ribs, chicken, turkey and pulled pork, smoked each day using dry rubs. The restaurant will also offer Kansas City classic burnt ends on Wednesdays (while they last.) Additionally, SMOKE BBQ will have fresh fish and vegetarian options. Cocktails will be made with quality purees and house-made simple syrups—all at affordable prices.

Bryan Tyrell began his love affair with barbeque when former college roommate, Jeff Stehney, introduced him to the world of competitive BBQ in the late 1980’s. In 1990, Bryan became a member of Slaughterhouse Five, a competitive BBQ team. Slaughterhouse Five went on to be one of the most successful competitive BBQ teams in the U.S., winning the 1993 American Royal – Open Division and 1995 American Royal – Invitational Division–long considered the World Championship of BBQ.

“For me, smoking meat is a passion and an art form. Good barbecue is a feeling; it’s a touch, a feel, a taste, and understanding that has been earned from years of experience. My philosophy is, why do something if it’s not going to be great?” Tyrell said.

SMOKE BBQ will be open 6 days a week (closing on Tuesdays). Happy Hour will continue in its former Union tradition, with the best deals on the Ave. Happy Hours are: Mondays, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday hours 5-7 pm; Fridays 5-8 pm; and Sundays all day. On premises corporate BBQ events and catering are also available. Delivery Dudes will be the preferred delivery option.

SMOKE BBQ has the largest screen in a restaurant in Palm Beach County, and two additional oversized projections screens to watch college games on Saturdays and NFL games on Sundays. The restaurant will feature live music several nights a week. The kitchen will close at 10:00 p.m. for late night dancing. Food will be available until 1:45 a.m. with a late night snack menu.

For more information, call 561-330-4236 or visit www.eatbbqnow.com. Connect with SMOKE BBQ on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. #SmokeBBQFL

—

Debbie Abrams • Vice President for Public Relations

The Buzz Agency • PR | Social Media | Events

t 855.525.2899 m 561.289.1378

e debbie@thebuzzagency.net

a 104 W. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach, FL 33444

* Lesson Learned: Use The Big Well Established Company!

Real fast story,

Jeff Eats is “readying” his home for sale…as a result- sundry items had to be “fixed” and “cleaned-up” for prospective buyers.

To make a long story short, a good friend of mine- who will go nameless here- recommended several “contractors” to do work in my home. This friend swore by each contractor and said that they were dirt-cheap and did a great job. Interesting to note, every one of the contractors was a 1-2 man operation.

Anyway,

1. Jeff Eats hired 1 contractor to paint, repair toilets, install lights, pressure clean, general fix-up work.
2. Jeff Eats hired 1 contractor to replace an AC unit and to fully service other units.
3. Jeff Eats hired 1 contractor to fix all roof leaks.

To- the contractor, about 1 or so month after finishing the job, most of the work had to be redone. For sure, when all 3-contractors left everything seemed in-order…but like I just said, within a month or so…the new AC unit failed, 3 toilets required work, the roof leaked, paint peeled.

The worse part of the story is-that not one of the contractors stood by “their” work…talk about bs-stories and not returning telephone calls. In the case of contractor #1, 2 phone call messages left, none returned. In the case of contractor #2, 5 phone call messages left, none returned. In the case of contractor #3, 2 phone call messages left, none returned.

As Jeff Eats types, calls are out to NEW CONTRACTORS to do the work-that I thought had “already” been done and paid for.

Lesson Learned:

Use a Big Well Established Company to do needed work. For sure its prices are going to be higher than the “small” guy– but the Big Well Established Company will get the job done RIGHT!…even if there is a problem, the Big Well Established Company will respond to your complaints because it doesn’t want WORD OF MOUTH to destroy its Big Well Established Business. Just thinking logically, the Big Well Established Company didn’t get big and well established because its work was no-good!

There is an old Vietnamese saying, “You get what you pay for.” There is also an old Norweigan saying, “Cheap is cheap.”

Use -The Big Well Establised Company!

* PILOT VARSITY DISPOSABLE FOUNTAIN PEN.

Jeff Eats recently told you guys (8/3/14 -Medicare & Food!) that effective October 1, 2014 I’m going on Medicare.

For some reason, Son Jeff Eats and Daughter Jeff Eats “found” this news hilarious and every week since have- had “something” delivered to me-that is meant to remind me as to how old-I’m getting! Those two Eats are real peaches!

Anyway,

This morning Jeff Eats received a shipment of Pilot Varsity Disposable Pens ordered through amazon.com. The manufacturer describes these pens as…

“Enjoy an old school writing style with this fashionable disposable fountain pen. Each pen in the Pilot Varsity Disposable Fountain Pen Assorted Ink 7-pack Pouch features a retro style barrel with a real fountain pen nib. Other useful features include an advanced liquid ink system for smooth writing and a visible ink supply so you’ll never be caught off guard.”

Nothing for nothing, these pens are dynamite. There are 7 different ink colors. Figure, they cost 2 bucks a piece–and it’s really enjoyable writing with a fountain pen.

Anyway,

Jeff Eats thought you guys might enjoy hearing about an “old” thing made “new.” You can check the pens out at pilotpen.us. By the way, Staples and other big box retailers stock the “pen”-so it must have a pretty big retail following.

Finally to Son Jeff Eats and Daughter Jeff Eats…ballpoint pens had “already” been invented by the time I started school, so nice try! That said, all of the wooden desks at PS 179 where I attended kindergarten through 6th grade- had holes drilled in them where inkwells were placed (by the kids who came before me)…and if you don’t know what an inkwell is, tough!!!! Go GOGGLE “it” on your new Apple Watches.

* Tastemakers at Mizner Park presents “Rock, Roll & Stroll.

Way back on August 4, 2014 Jeff Eats told you guys about- Tastemakers at Mizner Park presents “Rock, Roll & Stroll scheduled for Wednesady- September 17, 2014 from 6pm-9:30pm. The original story is reprinted below.

So…let’s treat this morning’s “story” as a friendly reminder-just in case you’d like to “go” but haven’t yet caught tickets-that tickets are still available.

Jeff Eats did some checking-and I’m hearing that a huge crowd is gonna be doing this “thing”. Based on location, restaurants, vendors, bands involved (assuming the weather cooperates) “Rock, Roll & Stroll” should be a terrific night out.

Finally- in case it matters to anyone…

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats are going to take time-out from our busy social calendar- and “record” America’s Got Talent’s finale-so we’ll see you guys at Mizner Park!
*****

August 4, 2014

* Tastemakers at Mizner Park presents “Rock, Roll & Stroll.”

Just this very minute, received the following press release (below) about an event -Tastemakers at Mizner Park presents “Rock, Roll & Stroll” set for September 17, 2014.

Give a read…

Just a gut call, but based on the venue, restaurants, bands and companies involved- “Rock, Roll & Stroll” is gonna be an absolute blast. That $30 ticket price looks like a real good deal to me!
*****
BOCA RATON, FLORIDA (July 6, 2014) – Tastemakers at Mizner Park presents “Rock, Roll & Stroll,” a fabulous progressive food and cocktail tasting featuring many of center’s restaurants and live rock music, on Wednesday, September 17 from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Mizner Park in Boca Raton.

“We are very excited about this year’s new ‘rock & roll’ theme with two live bands playing throughout the evening and are pleased to partner with the City of Boca Raton,” said Barbara Finn, marketing manager for Mizner Park. “This event has been so successful in years past we extended it into the Mizner Park Amphitheater to include a separate craft beer tasting and additional entertainment.”

The Mizner Park Amphitheater will be host to craft beer tastings from the Florida Beer Company, Gold Coast Distributors, Harpoon Brewery, and the New Belgium Brewery, and music by rock band, Amp’d.

Tickets, available at www.miznerpark.com starting August 1, are $30 per person and include one tasting and select beverage at each participating restaurant with presentation of the VIP Ticket Book. Tickets may also be purchased at each participating restaurant. In addition, the ticket booklets will include re-usable exclusive offerings from various Mizner Park eateries valid August 1 through October 31, 2014.

Featured Mizner Park “Tastemakers” are:

Dubliner – Shepherd’s Pie with Guinness Mac & Cheese and Irish soda bread, paired with a special “Black Velvet,” combination of Guinness and Cider.

JAZZIZ Nightlife – Beef Carpaccio with horseradish aioli, black truffle and homemade potato chips served with a Blood Orange Cilantro Margarita.

Kapow! – Banh Mi Vietnamese Baguette (slow-cooked pulled pork, buttery spicy aioli, cilantro, pickled carrots, daikon and jalapeno) with a Spicy Lover cocktail (Partida Reposado Tequila, cucumber, lime juice, tabasco green sauce, cilantro, and organic agave nectar)

Max’s Grille – Crispy Duck Spring Rolls with spicy vegetables, soba noodles, pickled cucumbers, and Asian dipping sauce served with a Strawberry Saketini made with Stoli Vanilla Vodka, Tyku Sake and fresh strawberries.

Racks – The A+A Roll made with hamachi, jalapeno, spicy tuna, crispy shallot, cilantro and avocado with Boca Lemonade, a refreshing mix of Stoli Vodka and Tyku Lemonade.

Ruth’s Chris – Mini Seared Ahi-Tuna complimented with Aspirated sauce with hints of mustard and beer, served with a Raspberry Rosemary Cosmo made with Absolut Raspberri, Cointreau, lime & cranberry juices, muddled raspberries and rosemary.

Tanzy – Housemade Ceder Plank Salmon with red pepper, lima bean, Israeli couscous and cucumber fennel salad paired with Prickly Pear Sour Sop Margarita mixed with cactus fruit, Florida Guanabana, hand-squeezed lime, El Jimador Tequila Reposado.

Truluck’s – Fresh Seasonal Crab Claws served with Lagaria pinot grigio.

Uncle Julio’s – Pineapple Bacon Guacamole & crumbled queso fresco paired with the popular Julio’s Gold, Uncle Julio’s special hand-shaken margarita.

Villagio – Eggplant Rollatini – braised eggplant stuffed with seasoned ricotta cheese with marinara, parmesan, and melted mozzarella; and the Acai Thini, a blend of Acai Vodka with Cointreau, sour mix and a touch of Blue Curacao.

Yard House – Ahi Poke Bowl – marinated raw Ahi and avocado with carrots, Daikon radish, macadamia nuts and wontons served with Lost Coast Tangerine Wheat Beer