Take The Low End

At no time in the modern history of beer have more sessionable yet flavorful beers been available. This is a great thing. While the first true day of summer, the solstice is a few weeks away, we are definitely beginning to heat up. And if it’s hot outside, and you...

Trouble in Paradise

Let’s face it, if you’re reading this column it’s likely you’re a fan of American craft beer. You enjoy the scene and you want to know more and experience the movement to the full extent. Cheers to you, and I agree in this pursuit of all the good that quality beer has...

It’s Decoration Day

Just like every last Monday of the month of May, next week is Memorial Day. A chance to enjoy friends, food and family on a federal holiday. I want to give a heartfelt and sincere thank you to all the men and women who have served and especially to those that have...

The New World Beer

Last weekend, the guys at Hi-Wire Brewing Company in Asheville, NC put on the event How Do You LagerFest, an affair in honor of the cold fermenting beer. To be fair, I’m buddies with one of the co-owners, but still, I’m a big fan of the brewery; there’s almost always...

A Perfect Match

I have fond memories of family meals. Not just Thanksgiving, Christmas, and other holidays; but the average Wednesday night, Saturday breakfasts and Sunday lunches. Although my family did eat out from time to time, most of the meals we shared took place at home, and...

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