American Idol Season 8

Kris Allen/Adam Lambert Just some random thoughts about the Season 8 finale last night. First, I am not an avid fan (not like DeeDee, my fiancee).  I am a casual observer who prefers to watch the Orlando Magic come from 15-point halftime deficit to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers by one. Rashard Lewis!! As a casual observer, I think this was a good season.  After all, the show is called “American Idol” and, without question, a few of the past winners do not qualify as very “idol-like”... [Read more]

Gino’s Bar & Restaurant Review

Gino's Street Sign Gino’s Bar & Restaurant is my favorite place for Italian food in Tampa.  I love Italian food.  I do not claim to be an expert.  I have dated an Italian girl whose grandmother made the best sauce I have ever tasted.  Still, I don’t think that qualifies me as an expert. I would like to add I am not a fan of the more popular Italian chain restaurants.  Frankly, if I never ate at Carrabba’s and Olive Garden again, I would feel no loss at all. But I digress… Gino’s... [Read more]