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I Brewed a Batch of Art Today!

Is beer art?  The short answer: yes. To be honest, I anticipate a significant amount of pushback on this idea. One day, however, I hope it will be accepted as obvious, at least by brewers, brewery owners, an...

Meet a NexGen Chef: Victoria Sonora

There’s a new name on the playing field, and this one is from the next generation of chefs! I was so impressed with her as a person, and let me tell you, her passion and skill are far beyond what you would expe...
Flemish beef stew cooked in Flanders Brown ale

Flanders Ales – The Burgundies of Belgium

I am often asked, “What beers are most comparable to fine wine?” My response is always, “What kind of fine wine?”  Indeed, for every style of wine, there is a corresponding style of beer. If someone asks me wha...

Don’t do that. I’m not a dog!

In case you don’t know, one of the fastest ways to piss off your bartender is to whistle as a means of communication. There is literally never a situation that calls for anybody to whistle at the bartender. ...