Note 17 - Operating Segments - Reconciliation of Segment Operating Income to Income From Continuing Operations Before Income Taxes and Income From Equity Method Investments (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 03, 2017	May 28, 2016	Jun. 03, 2017	May 28, 2016
Segment operating income	$ 43,268	$ 54,572	$ 69,349	$ 92,410
Special charges, net		(370)		(783)
Other income (expense), net	(110)	(1,565)	511	(6,647)
Interest expense	(8,148)	(6,597)	(16,528)	(12,905)
Income before income taxes and income from equity method investments	$ 35,010	$ 46,040	$ 53,332	$ 72,075