Learn About A Different Type of Baccarat: Super 6 Baccarat

The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa will launch three new table games this month: 21 Baccarat, Saigon 5 and last but not least Super 6 Baccarat. Super 6 Baccarat follows the conventional rules of Baccarat, with the exception of four specific differences. We’re here to compare our MIDI + MINI Baccarat games with Super 6 Baccarat so you can be prepared to have a winning experience when you

The Real Life Genie in a Bottle: Head Butler of Hard Rock Tampa

The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa (SHRT) caters to guests from all over the world.  Recently, SHRT rolled out a premier butler service to ensure there is no request out of the realm of possibility for guests. Meet George Fabrizio. He is the newly appointed Head Butler of Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa and works with the biggest VIP guests of the property. George hails from

Introducing An All New Table Game Exclusive to Hard Rock Tampa

As promised, we’ve got the latest news on Table Games coming your way to Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa (SHRT) next month. We’ve outlined the two most important details that you need to know: rules and ranking. Now sit back, relax and enjoy the elite table game available to SHRT in just a few days, Saigon 5! 5 Rules of the Game The game is played with a

10 Things to Know About 2014 Hard Rock Girl Miss September

As we start to say goodbye to September, we introduce to you one of the hottest things to happen to this month, Jessica Welch. You can see Jessica’s friendly face in the 2014 and 2015 Hard Rock Girl Calendar’s or you can stop in to dine with her at Council Oak Steaks & Seafood. Here are 10 fun facts to help you get to know Jessica: She is a Florida-native

Introducing Brand New Table Games at Seminole Hard Rock Tampa

The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa will be introducing three new table games that will go live in October. You’ve got a few weeks to study up on these rockin’ games, so we’re going to provide you with all of the details on what these games are, how to play them and where to find them. For today, we’ll focus on 21 Baccarat, which is a variation of

Meet Council Oak Steaks & Seafood’s New Wine Sommelier & Manager

Douglas Scagliola, dedicated food and beverage professional with a unique combination of service and wine experience recently joined Council Oak Steaks & Seafood as the new assistant manager and resident wine sommelier. Douglas started his career at Emeril’s New Orleans Fish House in Las Vegas, Nevada. He then became Delmonico Restaurant’s Sommelier/Cellar Master. Prior to his employment at Council Oak Steaks & Seafood, Douglas was the General Manager for O’Brady’s

10 Facts To Know When Playing Single Deck Blackjack

Single Deck Blackjack is one of the rare gems we offer in table games at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa. The property features multiple varieties of Blackjack, all similar to each other, yet they have slight differences that guests should know. We’ve come up with ten facts that you should know when playing Single Deck Blackjack. One deck of cards is used in Single Deck Blackjack. There

The Various Cuts Inside Council Oak Steaks & Seafood Butcher Shop

Step foot inside Council Oak Steaks & Seafood and you’ll be greeted by a smiling face and a colorful butcher shop decorated with various cuts of meat. Council Oak offers USDA Prime and Choice Steaks that are either dry or wet aged. You may ask, what’s the difference? USDA Prime is the superior grade that offers a juicy, tender and flavorful texture. This steak has the highest degree of fat

Chef Brings New Flavors to Council Oak at Hard Rock Tampa

Michael Balles, newly appointed head chef for Council Oak Steaks and Seafood brings his culinary expertise to Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa. Having graduated from the Academy of Culinary Arts, Chef Mike started his career in the same city that he was born, Atlantic City. He held a crucial role in the opening of Bobby Flay Steak house in the Borgata Hotel & Casino. He later became the

How to Play Double Draw Poker at Seminole Hard Rock Tampa

Double Draw Poker is played with a standard 52-card deck and 2 Jokers. The Jokers can be used as an Ace or to complete a “Straight” or “Flush”. The player gets two chances to draw cards to complete their 5-card poker hand. Fun fact: this game is one of three table games at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa (SHRT) that includes Jokers: Pai Gow, Asia Poker and Double