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Simple Summer Beer & Cheese Pairing Party
With summer coming to a close, I think we should all take every chance we can get to take long bike rides, grill everything, drink crisp beers, and enjoy long afternoons with friends in our backyards. I love entertaining, so to take advantage of the still long, warm days I …
Put all that Pumpkin Beer to Good Use, Part 3: Pumpkin Beer Pudding Parfaits
Despite going into this cooking project ready for a failure, I think it’s safe to say this is the best beer/food creation I have concocted yet. I was pretty terrified about the idea of making pudding from scratch and with adding beer into the mix, I was well prepared for …
Put all that Pumpkin Beer to Good Use, Part 2: Pumpkin Black Bean Chili
Recently I invited a group of people over to my house for an afternoon of beer drinking and chili eating to celebrate Fall’s arrival. I thought this would be a perfect opportunity to try out my second recipe that incorporates pumpkin beer. I love vegetarian black bean chili, so I …
It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year: American Craft Beer Week
Hey guess what? Today kicks off the 6th annual American Craft Beer Week (ACBW). As if any of us need a reason to enjoy craft beer, this week allows us to celebrate and raise a glass to all the wonderful craft brewers in the world who are filling our fridges …
‘Mosas 2 ways
I love mimosas, let’s be clear about that. Champagne and OJ is one of those great combinations that was just meant to be. However, I find myself getting bored from time to time and straying from the classic go-to. At a recent brunch, I decided to give my guests options …
It’s a new Easter: Homebrew Easter baskets, beermosas, and some Queen.
Brunch is one of my favorite ways to let a Sunday pass by. Hell, really any event, any day of the week that involves large spreads of home cooked food, endless champagne and good company that result in afternoon naps (or an 8pm bedtime) is my favorite way to pass …