Meet Council Oak’s Chef de Cuisine: Francisco Pomalaza

Food is one of life’s greatest pleasures but for Francisco Pomalaza, food IS life’s greatest pleasure. A chef by day, and by night, meet Council Oak Steak’s & Seafood’s Chef de Cuisine, Chef Cisco. A Florida native with a Peruvian heritage, Chef Cisco grew up in Miami beginning his culinary journey at the age of 15. Starting off working the wok station at a buffet in Miami, he was able

New To The Band: Executive Sous Chef Eric Beaulieu

We would like to introduce to you, Eric Beaulieu, our new property Executive Sous Chef. Beaulieu joins the team after spending six years at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek where he worked at dining venues such as 1st Street Deli, NYY Steak and Sorrisi. A graduate of the Academy of Culinary Arts, Beaulieu began his career at the Pier House Resort in Key West and became the sous chef for the four-diamond

Serving Up Father’s Day The Seminole Hard Rock Way

Last month, we celebrated Mom in all her glory. This month, it’s time to celebrate Dad! With Father’s Day coming up right around the corner on June 17th, we want to make sure you’re prepared with all the goods and activities to enjoy the day with the fam. A shout-out to all the non-traditional fathers and father figures out there who have mentored, coached and played an immensely impactful role

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa Undergoing $700 Million Expansion

Florida’s biggest casino is getting even bigger. The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa has embarked on a nearly $700 million expansion that will reinforce its position as one of America’s largest casinos, with 5,000 slot machines and almost 200 gaming tables. Slated for completion in mid-2019, the expanded casino will offer one of the largest varieties of slot machines in the nation and will offer guests approximately 200,000

5 Things You Need To Know About Council Oak Steaks & Seafood’s Girard Winemaker Dinner

Calling all wine lovers! Tickets are currently available for the sixth event of the 2018 Winemaker Dinner Series at Council Oak Steaks & Seafood. Here’s five things you need to know: The event will take place on June 14 and feature wines from Napa Valley, California-based Girard Winery. A 6:30pm cocktail reception will precede a 7:00pm four-course dinner prepared by the culinary team in the Council Oak Steaks & Seafood open

Have a Rockin’ Mother’s Day at Seminole Hard Rock Tampa

Mother’s Day is about appreciating the art of mothering, of bringing up a child with love, care and affection. When we view motherhood from this perspective, we come to understand that there are no barriers to being a mother, not even gender. Mother’s Day is about appreciating the love that one puts forth in raising another human. It’s a grand task when you think about it. We are born without

New General Manager Announced at Council Oak Steaks & Seafood

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa announce this week that John Urbanski has been named General Manager of their award-winning steakhouse Council Oak Steaks & Seafood. Urbanski has an extensive fine dining background, specifically, in the Tampa Bay area. He was part of the opening team for both the Capital Grille and Ocean Prime. Most recently, Urbanski spent five years at Eddie V’s Prime Seafood in Tampa as the

Live Entertainment Everyday in April!

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino has LIVE entertainment EVERY DAY in the month of April! With shows in multiple locations within the casino and several genres to choose from, come check out your favorite show at your favorite spots – see the lineup below!   Council Oak Lounge April 1                       Chris & Ginelle, 6 p.m. April 2     

Celebrate Easter Weekend at Seminole Hard Rock Tampa

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa will celebrate Easter weekend with holiday themed entertainment and menus. When food takes center stage during a holiday, we are here to “hoppily” share the Hard Rock Tampa lineup that will have you jumping for joy during your Easter celebrations. Hotel & Casino From noon to 9 p.m., March 30 through April 1, Seminole Wild Card Members can enter the Win Some Wheels Ford® Raptor Giveaway.