Brewer’s Plate

Fair Food is proud to present The Brewer’s Plate 2016! Philadelphia’s premier local beer and food pairing festival is flooding the Kimmel Center again this year with a bevy of inspired pairings, delightful bites and perfected brews.   Where: Kimmel Center When: Sunday, March 13, 2016 VIP PLUS 4:30 • VIP 5:30 PM  •  GA 6:30 PM  …

WMCN The Dawn Show

Last week I had the pleasure of being on Dawn Stensland-Mente’s “The Dawn Show”.  It was such a great time.  I had 3 of my dishes presented: a Pesto appetizer, Salmon with a Island Salad, and a Trifle. The beer was provided by Yards Brewery and Wine provided by Turdo Vineyards.  Here are the clips to the show and the recipes…

Beer Cheddar Biscuits

mmmm I love me some biscuits.  Growing up with my father being a baker I think I just love bread in general.  I love the smell of dough and the aroma it leaves when baking.  This little biscuit is great for all your comfort food pairing this winter.  Enjoy with some chili or roasted chicken with gravy….

Blue Moon Winter Beer

As the holidays are upon us, one of the questions that I’m oft asked is “what beverage should I serve?”  Well here is a beer that I think is a good idea to have at holiday parties.  I like Blue Moon beer.  It always gives me that citrus flavor that I like to have in…

Beer Sampler

Did you ever think about what to do with all that beer left after a party you hosted?  Well my husband and I had a datenight at home the other day and we decided why not take all the different beer we had left, and set them up like a beer flight.  Take one beer…

Pumpkin Beer Fest

A friend of mine came up with such a great idea.  He started having a pumpkin Beer Fest, which means everyone brings some kind of different pumpkin brew. There are little cups so you can sample each beer.  It’s a great conversation starter especially if you don’t know many of the people in attendance. It’s funny to see how everyone’s pallete reacts.   This is a…

Red Rocket Ale

I picked up a bottle of Red Rocket Ale from Bear Republic Brewing Co.while I was away in Atlantic City.  I grabbed it  for my husband and I to try and I can say that it was a great beer.  It pours an Amber Red color, that’s a bit hoppy and not too carbonated.  It has a…

Pale Wheat Ale 422 by Southern Tier Brewing

August is here and we all get hot and sweaty.  We need something refreshing, and of course we know we must stay hydrated with water, but who doesnt love a nice cold beer.  This was one of the beers my husband and I picked up at Wegmans, called Pale Wheat Ale 422 by Brewing Company Southern Tier.  Aroma…

Philly Beer Week Opening Tap

Friday, June 1st was the start of Philly Beer week.  I felt so honored to be there as part of the media and to be able to share with all my followers what an awesome event this is.   Mayor Michael Nutter was also there reading the Declaration of Beer.  There was over 40 plus beers to try on tap…

Chimay Triple

I’m a HUGE fan of Chimay beer.  The tastes are divine.  I just tried for the first time the Chimay Triple.  What a great taste with aromas of banana, pear and even caramel with a hoppy taste.  This beer goes great with meats and seafood.  I give it a 9 out of 10. Chimay is a must…

Rare Vos Ommegang Brewery

Rare Vos is part of the Duvel family of fine beer.  It has a soft carbonation with aromas of Apples, bananas, cloves and other spices.  It is a very well balanced beer, that goes great with some grilled chicken, vegetables or salmon.  I give this beer a 8 out of 10.