Whole Foods Santa Clara - My Newest Beer Haven

Whole Foods Santa Clara - My Newest Beer Haven

This spanking new Whole Foods store is 50,000 square feet of stuff made of dreams for beer geeks seeking a remote haven in the middle of bustling San Jose. I highly encourage you all to stop by for a drink and say hi to our amazing cicerones - Art and Jamie!

Pinnacle of Beerism, the Firestone Invitational Festival

Pinnacle of Beerism, the Firestone Invitational Festival

The Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest is the pinnacle of beers festivals. An epic yet intimate gathering of 50 leading brewers, whom are personally selected by Firestone brewmaster, Matt Brynildson, showcase their best-of-the-best offerings.

Aloha from Kona Brewer's Festival!

Aloha from Kona Brewer's Festival!

The Kona Brewer's Festival indulges craft beer aficionados from all over the world alongside a variety of island-style cuisine, offering something for adventurers and connoisseurs alike. Top chefs from the islands offer their best pairings ranging from fresh fish and smoked meats to deep fried avocados and tropical sweets.

Ground-To-Glass: Beer dinner gone Rogue!

Ground-To-Glass: Beer dinner gone Rogue!

The relationship between food & beer has always been fascinating to me. In pushing the boundaries, I was lucky enough to attend a beer dinner pairing with friends at Rogue Ales & Spirits and Alex Anderman, founder and chef at Block 34. Here are my experiences.

Interview - Life of Bill Manley, Sierra Nevada

Interview - Life of Bill Manley, Sierra Nevada

Sierra Nevada Alpha Hop Society has debuted this year. 12 beers, 4 quarters, limited releases only - wild imaginings of what beer could taste like. Let's delve into my interview with Bill Manley, Product Development Manager at Sierra Navada, representing the AHS program.

FOBAB - A Celebration of Barrel Aged Beers

FOBAB - A Celebration of Barrel Aged Beers

#FOBAB is the ultimate haven for beer meets wood where brewers always bring their A-game. Brewing with wood is like playing with fire - you throw consistency out the window in lieu for complexity and flavor.