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		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 01, 2018	Sep. 02, 2017	Sep. 01, 2018	Sep. 02, 2017
Segment operating income	$ 71,135	$ 40,181	$ 185,006	$ 109,530
Other income (expense), net	(1,375)	(602)	3,508	(1,506)
Interest expense	(24,924)	(7,348)	(74,651)	(22,461)
Income before income taxes and income from equity method investments	$ 44,836	$ 32,231	$ 113,863	$ 85,563