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“Better Than Wine”: Cheese and Beer Pairings

November 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment

BY ERIN PALISIN

92Y, 1395 Lexington Ave.
Upper East Side
(212) 415-5500

Beer and pizza.. Beer and burgers.  Beer and…cheese? Although typically most people think of wine when they hear cheese, it turns out that beer serves as a versatile and downright delicious pairing for the cheese lover in us all. The night’s instructors (Martin Johnson of The Joy of Cheese and Maggie Fuller of 12% Imports) showed a great deal of both knowledge and passion for their respective fields and provided a very educational and fun setting for the evening.

The event featured nine beer and cheese pairings that were each discussed in detail by the instructors. The instructors were also eager to make this an interactive experience and encourage as many questions as came up. One “student” asked a particularly useful question: “Is there a specific way we should be tasting cheese or something specific we should be looking for when tasting.” We all learned that the key to a good cheese tasting is simple: let it sit on the tongue for a moment before chewing and think of what the cheese reminds you of. Most cheeses get their flavor from the diet of the cow, goat or sheep that the milk comes from. If you taste a hint of thyme in your cheese, you are most likely correct and chances are that it was part of the animal’s diet. Taste is one of the most powerful memory triggers. Who knew that cheese could evoke such emotion and bring back a specific memory or experience?

There are a few pairings and pieces that were of particular interest to this taster. We started the evening off with the L’Amuse; a smoked gouda variety. I have never been a big fan of gouda but I have never tasted a gouda quite like this one. Instructor Martin Johnson described this as one of the most “underrated” cheeses out there. It seemed like we started the night with dessert first as the L’Amuse had a very candy- like flavor to it with a subtle hint of butterscotch and a salty finish. The beer pairing for this cheese was the Dormal Amber Ale of Brouwerij Hoften in Belgium. Both this beer and the second beer were bottled with corks and preserved a very champagne-like quality of these bubbly, herbal ales going very well with the dessert like cheeses they were paired with.

Another very successful pairing featured two domestic products: the Extra Aged Pleasant Ridge Reserve cheese and the Stillwater Cellar Door beer. The cheese, from Dodgeville, WI is a three-time “Best in Show” winner at the annual American Cheese Society’s awards event. Its nutty and smooth flavor was finished with a surprising “crunch” that we learned is actually an amino acid crystallization that is born throughout the aging process. The Stillwater Cellar Door ale was my favorite drink of the night. Brewed in Maryland the hint of sage and herbal tones in this beer made it crisp and very easy to drink.

Although we will likely never stop thinking that wine and cheese are a great pairing, hopefully the beer and cheese trend will continue to gain momentum. With several specialty cheese shops and countless numbers of bars and restaurants with craft beers on tap here in New York, we have plenty of opportunity to put our taste buds to the test. As our instructor’s put it, “Beer and cheese speak at the same volume.” That is neither one over powers each other and they can each stand out in their own right. Cheers!

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Everything you loved about college and more – Review of Beekman Beer Garden Beach Club

June 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment

BY STEPHANIE AMY COLLAZO

Beekman Beer Garden Beach Club
89 South St.
South Street Seaport – New York, NY
(212) 896-4600
Beekmanbeergarden.com

View of the Brooklyn Bridge from the outdoor seating area. Photo By Stephanie Amy Collazo.

A post-grads dream, the Beekman Beer Garden Beach Club has everything you loved about college and more.  There is foosball, pool, ping-pong, great food, a light up lounge area and of course beer.

Entering from the street side of Pier 17 the first thing you see is the large black Beekman Beer Garden sign.  Making a left at the sign you are then face to face with the fun ping-pong and foosball tables and a tented seating area with a bar and a food trailer to your right.

Before finding seats we quickly surveyed the venue walking towards the back area, which featured white couches in what I have come to call the adult sandbox.

Glowing lounge area at the Beekman Beer Garden and Beach Club. Photo By Stephanie Amy Collazo.

Later in the night we learned that these couches lit up, and the view of the Brooklyn Bridge was even more beautiful than ever.

Drink of the night “Beach Ball.” Photo By Stephanie Amy Collazo.

Making our way back into the tent one of the waitresses offered us the drink of the night, which was called a Beach Ball.  When asking what was in the peach colored concoction the waitress said she was unsure but it was a mixture of rums.  The drink was very sweet, it tasted like it was made of peach schnapps and Malibu rum.

People surrounding the server with the burgers. Photo By Stephanie Amy Collazo.

The wait staff was also passing around a number of hors d’oeuvres, which for the most part were delicious, but none went over as well as the burgers.  As soon as the wait staff would walk away from the kitchen area the crowd would mob them before they could make it three feet from the pick up table.

Oyster with salsa fresca. Photo By Stephanie Amy Collazo.

The first of many hors d’oeuvres we sampled were oysters on the half shell with a salsa fresca, which are regularly priced at six for $12 or 12 for $20.  The oyster tasted very fresh and the salsa fresca made for a great alternative to the usual cocktail sauce and lemon combo.

Next we had the coconut shrimp with orange marmalade.  This had to be some of the best coconut shrimp I’ve had at a bar to date, it’s only competition being the coconut shrimp from the lazy boy saloon in White Plains.  The batter was nicely browned and had a wonderful crunch.  Sadly the coconut shrimp has not yet made it on the menu but I am hoping it will in the near future.

Piece of a Chicken Quesadilla. Photo By Stephanie Amy Collazo

The chicken quesadilla ($8) fell a little short; it was simply grilled chicken and cheese in a tortilla.  This was something I felt I could make at home; it didn’t really stand out to me in comparison with the other hors d’oeuvres.

Bratwurst on a Pretzel Bun. Photo By Stephanie Amy Collazo.

Last but certainly not least was the bratwurst served on a pretzel bun ($6).  This was served with some deli mustard and paired nicely with my Ommegang Witte ale. The beer was a pale ale similar to a Belgian-white and went well with all of the food.  The after taste of the beer reminded me of the taste left in your mouth after smoking a djarum black clove cigarette, which may be seen as an odd comparison to some but those who have smoked the brand before will know exactly what I mean.

The night finished off with my new friends and myself sipping Malibu Bay Breezes barefoot in the adult sandbox, discussing how we soon planned to return to the Beekman Beer Garden Beach Club.

There are plans for the venue to host free indie rock concerts, as well as a few ticketed events, throughout the summer making the Beekman Beer Garden a definite hot spot this summer.

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This is how Bavaria floats – Review of Maifest on the Hudson

May 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment

BY MICHELLE WAHLERS

Photo by Michelle Wahlers

This past Saturday I decided to spend the rapture at Maifest on the Hudson. Located at Pier 81, this traditional German event marked the beginning of summer complete with the May pole, dancing and music. And of course, food!

Photo by Michelle Wahlers

The skies parted for the first time in what seemed like months, and the atmosphere on the pier was celebratory and warm. We began by purchasing tickets, at 4 dollars each. These tickets were the currency for food and drinks. The first stop was the beer vendor where we got  huge beersteins ($20) filled with Paulaner. My first wurst of the day was the “classic” which was filled with pork and beef. I covered it with sweet mustard and enjoyed it while looking out at the Hudson. It was satisfying, a basic wurst a bit spicy and bursting with juice. Surprisingly, the mustard sort of saved it; it was sweet with an edge of spicy. Onto my second wurst, to accompany my second liter of beer. This time I put a heap of sauerkraut on it, and I think I can safely say that I like sauerkraut! The first time I was convinced it was just a fluke, but I think I am a devout convert now. This “sour cabbage” was an excellent yet basic topping, and I went a little overboard and drenched my fries in it as well. It’s all or nothing with me. My boyfriend got a pretzel which was different from the pretzels one picks up at a vendor on the street. This had a crusty and almost sweet exterior, and was piping hot. The inside was a bit bland and dry, but nothing some of that delicious mustard couldn’t fix!

Phot by Michelle Wahlers

As you can tell from my previous post I am smitten with German culture, and the authentic clothes and music were delightful and fun. I’m not one for “yacht club culture” so the crowd was a bit infuriating at times, but the people running the show, the dancers and musicians were enough to keep me smiling. Oh, and the people doling out beer and wursts are always friends of mine so I will continue to celebrate Maifest.

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Wunderbar! A wonderful Bierhaus in Long Island City.

April 22, 2011 By 1 Comment

BY MICHELLE WAHLERS

37-10 11th Street.
Long Island City
718-937-2337 / wunderbarlic.com/#self

Last Saturday the rain and wind in New York made trekking outside seem down right foolish. However, I couldn’t  bear to ask the delivery guy to bring my order of sesame chicken without feeling terrible, so my friends and I packed into a car and headed to Long Island City to Wunderbar, a German grill and Bierhaus.

Photo by Michelle Wahlers

We took a seat in the corner, away from the long wooden tables that made up the rest of the seating area. Large groups of people were laughing and knocking back beers in huge bier steins. We ordered a few pitchers and began looking through the extensive and authentic menu. Each item had a brief description for those not fluent in German. We started with the vegetable platter, which was comprised of a delicious potato salad, tomatoes, pickles and a string bean salad. The potato salad went very quickly, and was a terrific and encouraging way to start the meal. It was made with red potatoes, with the skin wisely left on which gave the salad an earthy texture, not just a mushy mess. It was made simply, with no unnecessary spices or add ins such as celery.   The atmosphere was welcoming, with charming waitresses skipping around, and playing chess with their little brothers on their breaks. We decided on the Roulade (beef stuffed with bacon, onion and pickle) , the brat burger, the “Wunderbar Wunderbar” which consisted of two wurst of your choice, cabbage and string bean salad and the Schweinebraten (pork loin marinated in beer).


Where to begin! The plates come in large portions, and we quickly began dividing the meals since we we overwhelmed by the sizes of the servings, and basically wanted to sample everything on the menu. The brat burger was slathered in a delicious sweet sauce, almost like a curry barbecue sauce. It was a bit messy, but throw a pickle on it and I’m sold. The Roulade was perhaps a bit dry, however the moisture from the onions compensated for that. The “Wunderbar Wunderbar” (my dish!) was exactly what I expected from a place boasting authenticity.. I chose the Bauernwurst and the Spicy Kaisewurst, which was beef and pork and cheddar cheese. The cheese was overwhelming and very, very rich. But the Bauernwurst….spicy and juicy, and when eaten with a scoop of sauerkraut it was exactly what I was hoping for. (Note: I went into this evening not liking sauerkraut, my tune is quite different now!) The Schweinebraten perhaps “won” the evening. The pork was cooked perfectly, and the bier flavor was definitely present. It practically melts in your mouth and is packed with flavor, but not over seasoned. It is a basic (and fantastic) display of pork and beer.

Wunderbar Wunderbar Platter at Wunderbar, NYC - Photo by Michelle Wahlers

For dessert we ordered a hot pretzel, mostly because I had forgotten to order one at dinner, and I could not leave without trying one. It was served piping hot, speckled with huge salt crystals and dipping mustard on the side. A great end to a feast! The prices run from $5 (cold sandwiches) to $45 (the Wunderbar Haus special which is essentially a sample plate of everything on the menu).

The overall feeling throughout our evening was “When are we coming back?”; it was such fun and although they played “99 Luftballoons” three times while we were there, the music was catchy and everyone was upbeat. The service was great, and the food is exceptional. Needless to say, I am glad I gave the delivery guy a night off.

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A Tribute to Bukowski: Review of Post Office

March 30, 2011 By Leave a Comment

BY MICHELLE WAHLERS

Post Office
188 Havemeyer Street
Williamsburg
718-963-2574 / postofficebk.com/
Photo by Michelle Wahlers

The calendar boasts it is spring, but I would argue otherwise.  I decided to use the chilly weather as an excuse to try Post Office, a whiskey bar located under the Williamsburg Bridge. I met friends and got a table in the middle of the dimly lit, narrow bar. The bartender was willing to help an amateur (me) with the very extensive whiskey, Bourbon and rye list. I decided on the Buffalo Trace on the rocks, and my boyfriend got the Kentucky Vintage, neat. The Buffalo Trace was smooth and had “butterscotchy” tones. The Kentucky Vintage knocked me off my feet and put some hair on my chest with it’s musky, smoky flavor. I preferred the former. The other two guests with us both got Manhattans which were mahogany colored and garnished with a single cherry.


The Post Office’s decor is lovely, vintage and very personal. Above us hung a chandelier, each bulb burning soft. On the tables were candles, which had the habit of blowing out when we moved in to talk to each other. The music playing was a complete throwback, think Buddy Holly and Bobby Darin. The wallpaper was the Eagle Insignia, but I like to think that the true mascot for the place is Charles Bukowksi, whose portrait was hanging above the bar. As a fan girl, I was thrilled.

The menu was scarce, but we all knew what we were getting into. The place is a bar first and this becomes blatantly obvious when you realize the kitchen is about the size of a broom closet and that you can see right into it. I always marvel at kitchens that are so exposed to the public, confidence must run deep. We ordered oysters, deviled eggs, the pickle plate, a grilled cheese with bacon, the pulled pork sandwich and the last filet mignon. (Essentially the entire menu.) As soon as our waiter told me there was only one left I made it a point to reserve it. The food did not arrive promptly, but the service was always assuring us of its whereabouts and re-filling drinks. This is not a place to go for a quick bite, but it never presents itself as such. It promotes leisure and contemplation.

Of all the food we ordered, I have to say the deviled eggs were my favorite. That doesn’t even seem fair when steak is in the equation, but like I said this place is a bar that happens to serve food, not the other way around. Also I have an affinity to deviled eggs and these were made damn near perfectly.  The pickle plate was a fun way to begin the meal, with pickled peaches, beets, mushrooms, blackberries and peppers. (Trust me, somehow this all works together.) The filet mignon was rare but a bit too tough, but the bed of mashed potatoes it was lying on was delicious, swimming in bacon gravy. The grilled cheese was cooked perfectly; the bacon to cheese ration was 50:50 (which to me, is perfect!). The pulled pork sandwich was packed with freshly made coleslaw and thinly shredded pork on a dark toasted bun.

When our plates were cleared and we were warm and full, the place seemed to be gaining real momentum.  A small line formed (no doubt waiting for our table), and we started heading out, although I could have stayed for much longer. The mood was kind and calm, but with a healthy appreciation for the devious, as the portrait above the bar would suggest.

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NY Craft Beer week is September 24th – October 3rd.

September 24, 2010 By Leave a Comment

In its third year, the 2010 New York Craft beer week promises you  a week full of paired menus, educational dinners and a closing party to blow the hops right out of your hand!

The Week’s events range from neighborhood beer walks and bar promotions to tasting festivals, food pairings and beer dinners with plenty more. Both those newly discovering beer and the experienced connoisseur will find ample opportunities to get involved and learn how well craft beer complements the enjoyment of any element of everyday life. The NYC Beer Passport is the center of it all, serving as a program guide to the Week and as a resource to craft beer enthusiasts throughout the city for the next full year.

Click on the selection of beers below for venues and schedule of events.

Craft Beer week2Mel’s Burger Bar (latest venture from the owners of Tao),  which was recently reviewed on The Gotham Palate is offering a unique pairing menu for $40 as part of NY Craft Beer Week, including a special “Stout Milkshake”. Milkshake and beer together? Mel’s uses only the best homemade ice cream from Max & Mina’s in Queens, including an ice cream made with beer. Add milk…and you have stout-inspired bliss! The menu includes specialties such as Brisket Sandwich, Brisket Chili and Mel’s Broadway Burger made with Pat LeFrieda meat and topped with melted Swiss, Onions, Neuske’s Bacon and Jalapenos, served on Toasted Sourdough Rye. Featured beers include Coney Island Mermaid Pilsner, Speakeasy Prohibition Ale, Six Point Action and Ithaca Flower Power.

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Where to Watch World Cup Soccer Italian Style

June 8, 2010 By Leave a Comment

Ovest Pizzoteca is featuring a special prix-fixe menu for all
World Cup Soccer games (June 11 – July 11).

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The $16.00 Prix Fixe menu includes:

1 Bufala Pizza, 1 Birra Italiana and 1 Espresso.

Enjoy unlimited pizza for $12 during all Italian national games.

For iNFO & RSVP 212 967 4392 or info@ovestnyc.com or click on the image above to connect to Ovest Pizzoteca’s web site.

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Comfort food with a twist – Review of Gus and Gabriel

April 26, 2010 By Leave a Comment

BY CAROLYN ONOFREY

Gus and Gabriel
222 West 79th Street
 Upper West Side
212-362-7246/gusandgabriel.com

Ah, the Gastropub; a rather new concept in the New York City area which has only gained popularity in the past 5 years or so and continues to attract vast followings as gastropubs continue to sprout up all over the place.  For a beer nut and foodie such as myself, these places are heaven on earth!

On this particular Friday night, Gus and Gabriel was what was on the menu.  Nestled down a few steps, and located in a tiny space that is easily overlooked, sits Gus and Gabriel, decorated in rich red wood which continues down a narrow hallway and into a larger dining room adorned with a nautical motif. When we arrived around 7:30pm I was a little surprised that the place was not more crowded. It did however, fill up by the time we were ready to leave a few hours later.

Complimentary basket of spiced popcorn at Gus and Gabriel

Complimentary basket of spiced popcorn at Gus and Gabriel

A small basket of spiced popcorn was delivered to our table as a welcome. [Read more...]

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A Centennial of Beer, Atmosphere and Ethnicities – Review of Bohemian Beer Hall

March 26, 2010 By Leave a Comment

BY BETH KAISERMAN

There are many ways to spend a relaxing spring evening. Sipping suds in New York City’s oldest beer garden is one of the most refreshing options.

Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden, 29-19 24th Ave. in Astoria, boasts a huge outdoor beer garden, refreshing beer pitchers and authentic Czech food. While no beer games are allowed, competitive souls can meet at the ping pong tables in the back of the beer hall.

Those who prefer sitting can plop down at a picnic table outside, where we enjoyed some Friday night jazz. My companion and I both ordered the baked palacinka, baked crepes with melted munster cheese, spinach and mushrooms. You have the option of chicken or vegetable, and I went for the chicken. We paired the meal with an ice-cold pitcher of Staropramen, a crisp and light Czech beer.

Palacinka at Bohemian Beer Hall
Palacinka at Bohemian Beer Hall

I wanted to try something completely different from what I normally eat, and achieved that by ordering this dish. It was creamy and rich, covered in a light, gravy-type sauce.

A downside of the dish was the lack of mushrooms; it only had two and would’ve been really tasty with more. The spinach was very flavorful throughout, so the dish is ideal for spinach fans.

The other drawback was it wasn’t that filling.

It would definitely be fun to go back and share some foods to get a variety of tastes. I’d especially like to try the schnitzel and pierogi, which I loved as a kid in Pittsburgh.

For the beer, you can get a half-liter mug for $5, but it’s more worthwhile to split a pitcher for $15. Beer options include choices from the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Belgium, Germany and the U.S. There are also Czech cocktails and drinks, such as Slivovice, the traditional Czech plum brandy.

The garden celebrates its 100-year anniversary this year. The beer hall hosts a variety of events reflecting Astoria’s diverse ethnicities, and it’s a great place to hang out with friends when the weather is nice. It got a bit too cold after a while, but I can’t wait to go back to chill out once the warm weather returns.

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Something for everyone: The five best beer destinations in New York City

January 28, 2010 By Leave a Comment

Something for everyone – The five best beer destinations in New York City

BY CAROLYN ONOFREY

In recent years the popularity of beer has increased dramatically in New York.  What was once a beverage enjoyed by few, usually of the male demographic, with the sole purpose of drinking to get drunk has now turned into flavorful, stimulating, and enjoyable experience suited for men and women alike.  Here are my top 5 beer destinations with something to suit any mood or palate:

Best Brewery Experience


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Brooklyn Brewery
Williamsburg, Brooklyn
#1 Brewers Row
79 North 11th Street (Btwn. Berry & Wythe St.)
718-486-7422/brooklynbrewery.com

The Brooklyn Brewery is open to the public for drinks straight from source on Friday nights from 6-11pm and on Saturday and Sundays from noon- 6pm. They also offer free tours of the brewery where they brew some (but not all) of their beer, weekends at 1,2,3, and 4pm.

Decor is minimal, essentailly just picinic tables inside a large garage (it IS the brewery afterall), but bringing your own food is encouraged if you can snag a table for you and your friends. Come early on Friday nights, tables go quickly. With six rotating taps of Brooklyn’s finest, there is something for everyone and at about $4.50 per beer, this place is a steal!  If you ask the regualars, “the beer just tastes better here.”

Best Beer Garden

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Image from queens.about.com

Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden
Astoria, Queens
29-19 24th Avenue (at 29th St.)
718-274-4925/bohemianhall.com

No New York beer list is complete without paying homage to the historical Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden.  As the only original beer garden of New York City still standing, it is a must see because not much has changed since Bohemian Hall was constructed in 1910 by the Czech and Slovak immigrants who settled in Queens.  Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden is a great place to grab picnic table filled with friends and family and enjoy a nice selection of Czech and German brews or even some delectable traditional Czech food.  Lines can get long during the day on weekends in clement weather, but it is a lively experience that cannot be missed.

Best Belgian Beer Experience

Photo courtesy of Burp Castle on Flicker
Photo courtesy of Burp Castle on Flicker

Burp Castle
East Village
41 East 7th Street (Btwn. Cooper Sq. & 2nd Ave.)
212-982-4576/burpcastlenyc.wordpress.com

While not all the beers served at the Burp Castle are of Belgian descent, the atmosphere certainly makes it seem that way.  Enter; a dark wood bar area, reminiscent of a library with high top tables and a mural covering every wall of the small, cozy space. Bartenders, knowledgeable and friendly and spotted occasionally in “Brewist Monk” garb.  A quiet, neighborhood bar that will stay that way if the bartenders and regulars can help it… and they do help it, but shushing you if you get too loud.  The taps are constantly changing and the chalk board listing what is currently available is always a thought provoking list of choices that most have probably never even heard of.  While beers are a bit expensive, ranging from $6- $10 a glass (not necessarily a pint depending on the style of beer), it is well worth it to be able to enjoy your company (and your drink) as if you were in your own home.

Best American Craft Beer Bar

Photo by NY Barfly
Photo by NY Barfly


The Pony Bar
Hell’s Kitchen
637 10th Avenue (@ 45th St.)
212-586-2707/theponybar.com

Serving up only American craft brewed beers, The Pony Bar is the #1 spot to get your fix and support your country.  There are 20 taps to choose from and usually 2 that you can find in the casks.  With the tendency to get jam packed during after work hours, your best bet is to stop by on the weekend for a lunchtime beer.  If you decide you’re up for the challenge, join the Pony All Americans, and in true American spirit overindulge in your favorite beers and get rewarded!  100 beers on your list and you’re inducted into the Pony All-American club.  The prize includes an All-American brewery shirt, a video review of a beer of your choosing to be posted on the website, and first dibs on a seat to one of The Pony Bar’s destination brewery trips.  There are also special beer events hosted by craft breweries from around the country fairly frequently.  Check out their website for details on events.  Happy drinking.

Best Selection of Beer

Photo courtesy of The Ginger Man

Photo courtesy of The Ginger Man

The Ginger Man
Murray Hill
11 East 36th Street (Btwn. 5th & Madison Ave.)
212-532-2740/gingerman-ny.com

One of four Ginger Man bars (the other three located in Texas), The Ginger Man NY, with 70 taps and over 150 bottles has the largest selection of beer from around the world that you will find in New York City.  With beer from Sri Lanka to Switzerland to Brazil and everywhere in between, there is truly something for everyone at The Ginger Man.  If you can, stay far away from the afterwork crowd, as it may take you 45 minutes to get a drink at the bar.  Try for a weekday or weekend afternoon for the best chance at grabbing any one of an eclectic mix of beers.  You can even take home your own mixed and matched six-pack of any of their bottled beers.

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