A few months ago I hadn’t even heard of Blue Point Brewery.  I admit that I was very tardy to the Blue Point Party. It’s a popular brew for many New Yorkers. Well, now I know. Blue Point was started in 1998 by two buddies who were on the prowl for fresh beer on Long Island. I was surprised to […]
When I hear the name Stella it always makes be think of Marlon Brando in a Streetcar Named Desire yelling the name. Then another Stella comes to mind. Most people have heard of Stella Artois, it’s kind of an icon in the beer world. It was first introduced in 1926 as a beer for Christmas festivities. It’s named after the […]
As usual on Sunday, I get in some kitchen magick. Today I have fired up my Crock-Pot to slow cook some kitchen. I’m still using my slow cooker despite all the drama surrounding them. I decided to add some Leffe Blond beer to the chicken. It’s an authentic blond abbey beer, that’s smooth and subtle. Leffe has been making their […]
Did you know that you can get craft beer made in the heart of Coney Island? Thanks to Coney Island Brewery, there’s some good beer to sip and savor. Their tagline is “Thrill Your Tastebuds”. I’m always up for that. About two years ago the brewery settled into it’s location on Surf Avenue. There are about 8 rotating beers on […]
Next time you are in New York City and want to experience a piece of history while grabbing a beer, head on down to the Fraunces Tavern. Since 1762 this Colonial American tavern has been serving drinks. It’s the kinda spot were the Founding Fathers would converge to talk about struggles and drink a little somethin’. I passed the Fraunces […]
Cooking  and baking with beer is  a big thing.  Who doesn’ t love a beer battered nosh. The hops and malt add a complex flavor to food that can’t be denied.  While people have used beer for centuries when cooking, it’s still not getting the love that it deserves. Since craft beer is only becoming bigger this may change. Beer […]
