So they meet again, the New York Giants and the New England Patriots, face-to-face since that epic matchup in 2008 where the Giants upset the undefeated Pats.

How will the “elite” quarterback Eli Manning, who currently boasts the 2nd highest quarterback rating in the 4^th quarter this year with four comeback wins, size up against the Patriots’ secondary, Tom Brady? Will Manning win his second Super bowl, and surpass his older and more esteemed brother Peyton, who currently only holds one Super Bowl title? Can Vince Wilfork of the Patriots shut down the Giants run like he did to the Ravens?

These questions, and many more, can be answered as you thoughtfully munch on some Benjies Deli’s eats! Come on down to Benjies’ Bamboo Lounge to enjoy your Super Bowl Sunday—we’re having a party! With six giant flat screens and ample seating for large parties, you won’t miss a single beat if Victor Cruz breaks out his celebratory touchdown salsa routine! Stuff yourself silly with Benjies Deli’s top Happy Hour treats, and then wash it down with an ice cold pint of beer from our fully stocked bar.

Hosting a Super Bowl party at your house? No problem—Benjies Deli also does catering. Order our sandwich platter, equipped with a bountiful selection of meats, cheeses, breads and condiments built to suit anyone’s tastebuds. Order a platter of our famous deviled eggs and our veggie tray, and we promise your friends will nominate you to host Super Bowl Sunday parties from here on out! You can see more of our catering selections here.  Go ahead, place your order now (or at least 72 hours in advance!), so you can root for your favorite teams without having to worry about preparing food and cleaning up! And, if you order this week, you can earn 15% off your catering order for Super Bowl Sunday by using our Facebook check-in special—Like us on Facebook to find out more details!

Call us today at 714-541-6263 to place your catering orders! Or, we’ll see you here on Super Bowl Sunday!

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Our smoked fish tray is a popular one for parties, especially around the holidays!

There is so much going on in November and December—Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas—and Benjies Deli can help you with it all. What about the NFL and Monday Night Football? We’ve got it covered. We can’t help break the NBA standoff between players and owners, as that seems impossible even for them to sort out! We miss you, Lakers…

But back to celebrating the season, whether that be family holidays or sports! Thanksgiving is coming up, and many people have family in town for the whole weekend. Now, if you’ve spent hours (or even days) preparing a humongous turkey dinner for 25 people, the last thing you want to do for the rest of the weekend is cook. And, let’s be honest, there’s only so much turkey that a human can eat. Call Benjies! Make sure you call in an order for a selection from our hot dinners, served with potatoes, vegetables, salad,  rolls and butter. Choose from roast brisket of beef with potato pancakes, corned beef and cabbage, roast chicken, roast turkey with stuffing and gravy, meatloaf and gravy and Swiss steak. Make sure you call us BEFORE Thanksgiving though, as these orders usually need 72 hours advance notice.

And if you want to cut down your prep for your Thanksgiving meal, or perhaps are planning a party at your home for the holidays, Benjies Deli also provides fresh fruit and vegetable trays which are perfect for those looking for a lighter option. Light, tasty and healthy, Benjies’ provides four salad tray choices, from simple green to Caesar and Chef’s Salad. Don’t forget about dessert! Every party needs something sweet to finish with. We have a dessert tray that features a selection of our fresh pastries cut to size for ease of serving.

Don’t forget that we have frozen pot pies, beef or chicken, at the ready for you to take home and store in your own freezer. The holiday season can be crazy, and won’t it be nice to have a few meals on hand that you don’t have to cook? And tell us, who doesn’t love a pot pie??

What about having the guys over for Monday Night Football or even a poker night while the ladies are out Christmas shopping? Get Hot Wings or Barbeque Meatballs by the dozen, or choose from one of our many sandwich trays. Want the sandwiches ready to eat? Try the Sandwich Platter or the 16″ Ring Sandwich. Want to give your guests the option of making their own? No problem: order the Cold Cut Buffet, the Brown Bag Buffet, the Smoked Fish Platter or the Lox Platter.

Most companies, even in this dreadful economy, want to treat their employees to a little celebration around the holidays. And we understand that budget is an issue. So how about, instead of taking everyone out for lunch, have an old-fashioned holiday party at the office! (Although keep the alcohol to a minimum, it will reduce the chance of attendees using the photocopier or scanners inappropriately.) We’ve got the perfect answer: All of our sandwich platters are priced per person, so it’s easy to get the right amount of food for the right price. What about something a little more formal in the evening? Benjies can put together some delicious deli trays as well as appetizers like deviled eggs, salami cornucopias, mini knishes and potato latkes.

If you’re determined to get out of the office for your party, don’t forget that you can book the Bamboo Lounge! It has a full bar and we can cater a buffet or organize a sit-down meal for a holiday party to remember.

To reserve the Bamboo Lounge for your event or to order from the catering menu, call Lloyd Weinstein  on (714) 541-6263. Please note, catering orders require that you provide 24-72 hours advance notice. Thank you!

And don’t forget to watch us on Facebook and Twitter for our special deals! Check in on Facebook four times between now and the new year to receive a free lunch for one. Yes, it’s that simple—we want to reward our loyal customers!

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Let Benjies Deli take care of all your catering needs this Halloween! Impress your guests with delicious hors d'ouevres like these handmade deviled eggs.

In Orange County, it can be hard to find a good venue for a small party. But Benjies Deli has the answer—the Bamboo Lounge can be hired out for parties of up to 40 people and Halloween is right around the corner! What a great place to get your friends together for a costume party on Halloween, or a great get-together any time of the year.

With six televisions and a fully stocked bar, the Bamboo Lounge is great for hosting a party, and especially for a private party to celebrate a special occasion, or even the big game. For the 2011 Superbowl, The Bamboo Lounge was packed full of football fans, all booked by one of Benjies Deli’s regulars for the second year running. But there’s no need to wait until the Superbowl—Benjies Deli has the NFL Sunday Ticket playing in the Bamboo Lounge all through the NFL season. Is your favorite team playing soon? Get your  together and watch it at Benjies Deli! We’ll bring the amazing, overstuffed sandwiches and ice cold beers right to your table, so you and your friends don’t have to miss a minute of the game.

What everyone loves about Benjies Deli is the food, and you can definitely get everything from the menu over in the Bamboo Lounge. Feel like hot dogs while you’re watching the game, for that stadium feel? We got Coney Island Hot Dogs, plain or doused in chili and cheese, plus Nathan’s famous hot dog sliders.  And we have the best pastrami sandwiches in Orange County!

But remember, Benjies Deli also does delicious deli platters and sandwich trays, which are perfect for sporting events or informal parties. Are you having a party at home for Halloween? Let Benjies Deli do all the hard work for you! Our chefs are also happy to work with you to put together a menu just for your event. Whether it’s an informal party with a cheese platter, a few dozen of our deviled eggs (another customer fave!) and veggie tray or a full, sit-down dinner for 8, 16 or 25 people, Benjies have you covered. Just call!

For more information about the Bamboo Lounge and how to book it for your next party or to order catering for your event, call owners Lloyd and Noriko Weinstein on (714) 541-6263. Or you can shoot them a message on Facebook—become a fan of Benjies Deli today, and follow us on Twitter!

Here’s this Sunday’s NFL Sunday Ticket Schedule. Remember that all times are Eastern Standard Time. See you Sunday!

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Green Bay Packers kick off the season vs. New Orleans Saints!

Yes, it’s that time again—time for the bone-crushing gladiator battle that is NFL football. And Benjies Deli has all the action, thanks to the DirecTV NFL Sunday Ticket package. Did you know that we can watch up to eight games on one of the six TVs we’ve got in the Bamboo Lounge? That every game will be in HD? That the Sunday Ticket gives us REDZONE, where every play from within the 20-yard line is highlighted and in HD? We can even get an update on your favorite players and get replays of all the NFL Sunday game highlights during the week! In a word, it’s awesome.

Tonight’s game against the New Orleans Saints at the Green Bay Packers’ Lambeau Field is sure to be a fantastic, action-packed contest with superb entertainment from the likes of Kid Rock and Lady Antebellum.

Now, we know that you can watch this game on NBC, but there are going to be games that you’ll only be able to watch on Sunday Ticket. But even if you can watch them at your house, who’s going to feed you a hot sandwich on rye piled high with layers of pastrami and cheese? Are you going to whip up a meatloaf sandwich with mashed potatoes and smothered in gravy? Who’s going to build a Francheesy for you at home? How could you possibly have grilled knockwurst, crisp bacon and American cheese hanging around the house to put on a grilled onion roll? You want to miss the game to get your french fries out of the oven? We didn’t think so.

And what if you’ve got a bunch of friends with you? Check in at Benjies on Facebook and tag a friend, and you’ll both get a free beer! This deal starts tomorrow, so make sure you come in on Sunday for some NFL action over a cold one. Why not order some buffalo hot wings, jalapeno poppers and Kobe beef sliders to snack on during the game? If you boys think you’re man enough, try the Deli Feast—an unbeatable selection of all of our deli favorites. You ready? It’s got hot corned beef, pastrami, turkey, tongue, salami and chopped liver, served with Swiss and American cheese, potato salad, coleslaw, tomatoes, sweet red onions, Greek olives, pickles and a stack of sliced rye bread to pile it all on. Making you thirsty? We’ve always got cold beer on tap or in bottles, plus a full bar for any kind of drink you fancy.

So don’t miss the NFL action at Benjies Deli. Come on down tomorrow night to kick off the season with the NFL kick off between Green Bay and the Saints. This season you can get your fill of bone-crushing football action and great authentic deli food all at the same place: Benjies Deli. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter! We’re running all sorts of competitions and special offers you can only find on our social media! Or you can just call us, the old fashioned way, by calling (714) 541-6263.

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Come watch the Angels play at Benjies Deli!

Come watch Major League Baseball with Benjies Deli! At our Bamboo Lounge, we have six wide-screen TVs hoisted up at all angles so you won’t have to miss a triple play or home run! Now that the interleague plays are done, we see that the National League ranking still remains the same—The Indians, Angels and Cardinals are coming up this week (despite having trouble earlier in the season during June).  Right now the Phillies are leading in the power rankings, followed closely by the Yankees and Red Sox. Our very own Angels sit high on that list too, at number eight out of 30.  Over on the American League side, Boston is currently taking the lead, although many other teams are surprisingly coming up and contending for the title. It’s too early to predict who will make it to the World Series, but it’s looking like an action-packed season so far.

Angels Stadium too crowded? Too bad for them, and no problem at all for Benjies Deli! Come on down to our Bamboo Lounge where you can catch not only the Angels but all the other major league teams in action. And forget stadium food—we have the real deal! Order one of our world famous Reubens, a delicious hot sandwich layered with slices of corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut all grilled on rye and served with a heaping side of potato salad.  Still hankering for a hot dog? Order our Coney Hot Dog, a snappin’ Vienna™ Coney Island housed in a grilled egg bun with sauerkraut and potato salad and diced onions on the side.  Feeling adventurous?  Try our Coney Chili Dog, our Vienna™ Coney Dog topped with our slow-cooked chili and shredded cheese.  Make it a meal with a chocolate milkshake, hand blended with real ice cream.  At Benjies Deli, you will have front row seating and delicious food without having to endure the scorching sun or any long lines!

Don’t worry if you want to watch the games from the comfort of your own home– We offer deluxe catering, and can provide you and your friends with party-sized platters of our most popular dishes.  Minimum party size is six people, and we need 24-72 hours advance notice. Call us today at (714) 541-6263 and place your order!

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If you missed game 3, the Heat rebounded after a collapse, and the Mav’s Dirk missed a couple shots that probably haunted him in his sleep later that night. Bosh and Haslem pushed it through in the final quarter, sealing the victory for the Heat.

Game 4 is scheduled to be Tuesday, June 7 2011, and we know you don’t want to miss a heartbeat of it! Come on down to Benjies Deli’s Bamboo Lounge, where our six giant TVs will provide you full coverage of every shot, block and rebound of the game.  Don’t miss as Nowitzki’s continues his free-throw streak, or Wade’s speed on the court.  Hungry? Satiate your appetite with our famous Benjie, a hot pastrami sandwich with coleslaw and Russian dressing topped on rye bread, served with a generous side of potato salad.  Has the game got you sweating? Cool down with a pint of beer from the Bamboo Lounge’s fully stocked drink selection, or grab a delicious ice cream milkshake from our fountain.

If you are planning on catching the game at home instead, note that Benjies Deli also does catering! We offer a selection of delicious platters, including sandwich platters made up of assorted sandwiches crafted from your choice of meats and cheese or egg, chicken or tuna salads, so you and your buddies can quickly grab a bite while still watching the game.

For catering orders, make sure you call us 48-72 hours ahead of time to order before your next event! Game 5 is scheduled to be on June 9, so there’s still time to get your orders in.  For catering inquiries and ordering, please call Benjies Deli at (714) 541-6263.

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Go Lakers!

The 2011 NBA Basketball Playoffs are in high gear, and the Los Angeles Lakers have shifted into full throttle! Currently, the Lakers are leading 3-2 against the New Orleans Hornets.  Benjies Deli admits we were feeling a tad worried after a rather atrocious Game 1, where front man Pau Gasol, who normally averages 22.3 points per game, only scored a meager eight points and grabbed only six rebounds on the offensive.  The poor performance caused the Lakers, ranked number 2 team by the Western Conference, to lose to the seventh-seeded Hornets! Talk about an upset! Lakers made a comeback in Game 2, with Andrew Bynum, Ron Artest and Lamar Odom picking up on Gasol’s slack, though the Hornets remained competitive until the end and definitely gave the Lakers a run for their money.

Though the Lakers are off to a fumbling start, Benjies Deli still has faith in our favorite LA team! Come out to Benjies Deli tonight to support the Lakers and watch them defeat the Hornets and advance in the playoffs.  Enjoy a plate of our Kobe Beef Sliders and watch as Kobe Bryant beefs it up with the referees. Or, try out the Benjie Special, a hot pastrami sandwich and coleslaw with Russian dressing on rye, served with potato salad.  Longing for something even heartier?  Don’t forget about our famous corned beef and cabbage plate, the best Orange County has to offer!

If you are just feeling snacky, grab a drink at the Bamboo Lounge’s fully stocked bar. There are six large screen TVs and an abundance of space to seat all of your friends. Dunk into a tall glass of ice-cold draft beer, and score big with our corned beef, pastrami and Swiss cheese triple-decker sandwich as tall as Andrew Bynum. Feeling the team spirit?  Share a deli platter, like the cold cut buffet or the 16″ ring sandwich tray, with your friends. With our deli platters, no one has to worry about ordering, they can just grab a sandwich while they watch their favorite team—the Lakers.

If you want to enjoy the game in the comforts of your own home, Benjies Deli can still help out with your catering needs–All of our deli platters are available for home parties too! Make sure you call 48-72 hours ahead to order before your event. That way you can have Benjies Deli do all the work while you relax and take all the credit. Benjies Deli makes entertaining at home easy and delicious.  For catering inquiries and ordering, please call Benjies Deli at (714) 541-6263.

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Augusta National Golf Club, home and host of the Masters Tournament

The first week of April hails excitement for many golf fans across the nation, as the one of the biggest golf tournaments of the year, the Masters Tournament, finally kicks off.  The Masters Tournament, originally called the “Augusta National Invitation” tournament, began in 1934 as the brainchild of golf extraordinaire Bobby Jones.  After retiring from his golf career, Jones pursued a different dream—to build the ultimate golf course.  Jones found the perfect piece of land in Augusta, Georgia, and with the help of Clifford Roberts (who later became the chairman of the course), the two transformed the lot into what is known today as the legendary August National Golf Club.   Many deem the Augusta Course as the best golf course in the nation, and it continually ranks in Golf Digest’s Top 100 Golf Courses of America.  The August National Golf Club is the official golf course for the Masters Tournament, an event with as just as formidable of a reputation as the golf course itself.

This year will be the 75^th Masters Tournament, scheduled from April 7-April 10 2011.  Watch as the golf world’s biggest names, from Hideki Matsuyama to Tiger Woods, compete for the coveted green jacket and the championship title.

Join Benjies Deli at our Bamboo Lounge, which boasts six wide-screen televisions so you and your friends won’t miss a single tee-off.  The Bamboo Bar is a fully stocked bar with ample seating for large groups, and even has a menu of tasty bar food that changes every week.  Or, if you are feigning for a full meal, like Benjies Deli‘s world famous pastrami sandwich or our matzo ball soup, you can order off Benjies Deli‘s full menu of classic deli selections.

Want to watch the Masters Tournament from the comfort of your own home? No problem! Benjies Deli also provides delicious catering for parties and gatherings.  From build-your-own sandwich platter options to fully catered beef brisket meals, Benjies Deli has got you covered for your next party.  Check out our deli platters and catering options here and call us at least 48 hours in advance at (714)541-6263 to place your order.

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Traditional corned beef and cabbage...delicious!

What’s the deal with corned beef and cabbage? Is there corn mashed in together with the beef?  And a head of cabbage used as garnish on the side? Or, are you only familiar with the over-salted version of the dish, forever consigned to tacky St. Patrick’s Day celebrations at rundown bars?  Well, in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, this is a tribute to one of Benjies Deli’s signature dishes, corned beef and cabbage!

Corned beef has quite an extensive and secular history, but is most famous for its origin in Ireland. The name “corned beef” derives not from the vegetable but from the process of curing the meat using large pieces of rock-salt kernels, which are called “corns of salt”.   Up until the 19^th century, the Irish were the main exporters of corned beef, finding the preserved and salted meat a necessity for the famine-stricken country.  There is great debate about whether or not corned beef and cabbage is authentically Irish or not, many arguing that the dish came about after the Irish immigrated to America.

Authentically Irish or not, you can’t deny the deliciousness of corned beef and cabbage! If you’ve ever had a bad experience with corned beef and cabbage (ahem, American bars!), come on by to Benjies Deli to dispel any fallacies you ever had of this tasty dish.  Yes, that’s right—the Jewish do it better! Also, Benjies Deli will be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day for an entire week (Monday, March 14 to Sunday, March 20), even more reason for you to come in and enjoy a plate and a pint of green Budweiser!

And don’t worry if you are celebrating St. Patrick’s Day at home– Benjies Deli has got you covered for dinner! We offer deluxe catering, and can provide you and your friends with party-sized platters of our most popular dishes—including corned beef and cabbage.  Minimum party size is 6 people, and we need 24-72 hours advance notice. Call us today at (714) 541-6263 and place your order!

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Why on earth are we celebrating St. Patrick’s Day for a week?  Well, why not?  Why not partake in Ireland’s most celebrated holiday, where we can honor the country’s most revered patron saint? Or, just as importantly, why limit our customers to just one day of celebration?  We would hate to see our customers have to wait in a jam-packed restaurant on March 17, so in order accommodate everyone, Benjies Deli will be holding the St. Patrick’s Day festivities for six days.

And, a bonus reason for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day is that the holiday is right before the first day of spring, and what better way to ring in the new season than with our famous pastrami and some matzo ball soup?

Come in during the week with your friends and take advantage of our big screens and full bar in the Bamboo Lounge. The Lakers are playing the Orlando Magic on Monday, March 14th, the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday, March 18th, and the Portland Trailblazers on Sunday, March 20th—watch the Lakers win while celebrating the Irish holiday with some hot corned beef and cabbage and refreshing green Budweiser!

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