This beer over delivers. That is all. Walk into a good beer shop, and pick the buyers brain. Ask that person about "Bang for the Buck Brews." Sooner rather that later the discussi
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Fonteinen is surely one of Belgium's finest Geuze & Lambic blenders. The first time I had a beer from these guys, I was blown away. I remember it being a Kriek. When I opened the bottle the
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The first three things I look for when opening and pouring one of my favorite styles of beer ever, Saison (Farmhouse Ale) are #1 a generous, snow white rocky head.
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The night before my most recent trip to one of the most rad cities on the planet, Berlin, I made a quick stop to my favorite beer joint in Boston, Deep Ellum. I came to say farewell to a good fr
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I have to promote this place as it is an absolute Mecca for those into Beer, and visiting the Portland, Maine area!! Start out at one of the coolest Culinary book-shops ever "more..
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Here's an interesting pour, nervy Puligny Montrachet character, lemon. The electric acidity I encountered years ago while working at the Wine Discount Center in Chicago, (The coolest place to pick u
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Recently I was privileged to participate in a short presentation on Greek wines at our shop via Christopher Badini and Athenee Importers & Distr
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Here is a short, yet interesting distillation Via "The World Atlas of Wine," an invaluable text for any one interested in the subject. This was the text we used in Culinary school. I try to dip i
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A typical Saturday in Boston. Crazy busy, and tastings galore at our shop. Today was all about Spain in the Wine department. And one particular stand out for me was this beauty from the Jorge Or
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As a transplant from the Chicago wine scene, and here in Boston for only a few short years, I am just now beginning to really crack the surface of the who's, who on the right coast. Yesterday, I w
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Came across a great recipe this weekend for Belgian Sausages and mashed potatoes. (Belgo Cookbook by Denis Blais and Andre Plisnier) This book Rocks! Anyone into Beer, and Cusine MUST get this boo
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Here is an easy, earthy, naturally sweet puree that will warm your heart. The affinity of the three components, Beet, carrot, and dill are a given. Add a spoon of Greek yoghurt as a garnish, and ser
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Here is one of my favorite dishes of all time, Steak au Poivre. It is classic French. Beef seared, finished in the oven, and topped with a pan sauce of perhaps shallots, flambed Cognac, wine, st
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I have been cooking, as one obsessed , with the Belgium Tripel, and Tripel styled ales found domestically lately. The style opens up worlds of possibilities for the culinary minded. The Tr
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This is the Chili that I grew up on. I was born in Cincinnati. My mother is the greatest cook I know. And, the fact that I could not replicate her numerous culinary delights, led me at a later a
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Found out this Monday. Novare Res Bier Cafe, off exchange street. 4 canal plz. This place has a beer menu so serious that it is silly. Tastedmore..
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No kidding-hands down-this is the best place for beer in Boston. Deep Ellum! www.deepellum-boston.com A place with a sense of place. All in the know in the area live for this place. When you walk
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Bought at Cantillon. Pours a light amber color with a decent head for the style. Aromas are decidedly tart with hints of oak and cognac-in which the beer is aged-cognac barrels. In the mouth the beer
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The Cantillon
This beer over delivers. That is all. Walk into a good beer shop, and pick the buyers brain. Ask that person about "Bang for the Bu
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Among homogenized beers and wines based on formulas and critic ratings, Cantillon is a unique beer that stands out for both its flavor and the magic 'sense of place' that is carried in every bottle. Made in a Belgian brewery where little has changed in 100 years, Cantillon offers you an experience of discovery, with a taste and spirit that transports you to another time and place.
As a chef, matching the perfect wine and food combination is one of the things I enjoy most. But I also love beer, and Cantillon is a beer that opens up a world of culinary possibilities. Whether I'm cooking with Cantillon or not, the spirit of Cantillon is always present. Discover the Cantillon experience!

