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Bang for the Buck Brew? Oh Yea! Gouden Carolous “Cuvee Van De Keizer” Blauw 09
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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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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A Rare Holiday Treat! Brouwerij Fonteinen “Doesjel.”
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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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 Four Dollar Saison-Victory’s “Helios”
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 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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How Not to Drink Berliner Weissbier…in Berlin
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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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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Is this Not one of the coolest Beer destinations ever
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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View All >> The BeerI 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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Absurdly Undervalued Wine Regions? Try Damien Lorieux’s Bourgueil “Tuffeaux” 07
Who is not looking for absurdly undervalued wines? I know I am. An extreme hotbed of value in today's wine market lies in the Loire Valley (France.) Let's focus today on red wines. Loire reds a
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Who is not looking for absurdly undervalued wines? I know I am. An extreme hotbed of value in today's wine market lies in the Loire Valley (France.) Let's focus today on red wines. Loire reds a
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“I’m Down,” on How to Navigate a Wine Shop. A Few Hints.
You can really get a lot out of your local wine shop. But, you have to be smart, and willing. Don't be the typical customer. Voice your passion, and express your desire to learn. You will learn. He
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You can really get a lot out of your local wine shop. But, you have to be smart, and willing. Don't be the typical customer. Voice your passion, and express your desire to learn. You will learn. He
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Berger Zweigelt 08 Pristine, Wildly Drinkable, and Under $15
What the hell is Zweigelt? And then you pass it by, and settle for another boring bottle of mass production plonk that you bought the last time you visited the wine shop. Put down the K.J and br
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What the hell is Zweigelt? And then you pass it by, and settle for another boring bottle of mass production plonk that you bought the last time you visited the wine shop. Put down the K.J and br
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Verve!! 2008 Domaine Cheveau Macon Fuisse “Les Grandes Bruyeres.”
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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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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Capturing the Appellation. (Cephalonia and Santorini)
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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The WineRecently 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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Spanakopita, Avec Roasted Beets and Goat Cheese.
I love me some Spanakopita. The basic idea is to create a filling of sauteed spinach, feta, fresh dill, and a squeeze of lemon. You then wrap it in filo dough and bake it until golden brown. I lik
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I love me some Spanakopita. The basic idea is to create a filling of sauteed spinach, feta, fresh dill, and a squeeze of lemon. You then wrap it in filo dough and bake it until golden brown. I lik
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Twice Baked Potatoes-Belgian Style.
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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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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Golden Beet, and Carrot Puree with Fresh Dill. (Unibroue Ephemere Optional)
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 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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Belgian Inspired Steak Au Poivre, and White Asparagus.
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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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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Easy Mushroom Soup with a Tripel Affinity.
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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Best Beer place in Portland Maine?
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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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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The Best Beer Bar In Boston
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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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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50 Degrees North-4 Degrees East
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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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
Zappa - Travel - Music - Stuff
Bang for the Buck Brew? Oh Yea! Gouden Carolous “Cuvee Van De Keizer” Blauw 09
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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View All >> Zappa – Travel – Music – StuffThis 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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Why a website devoted to Cooking with Cantillon?
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!
