http://www.yumsugar.com/ To die for. en http://www.yumsugar.com/2562654 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/15259/49_2008/cc2e8698e97397b1_Craft_Brew_Connoisseur.xlarge.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image left xlarge" height="320" width="261"></span>One of my closest friends is an absolute <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/tags/beer" >beer</a> fiend. From the moment he took a beer tasting class in college on a whimsy, he's been hooked on tasting microbrews. </p> <p>I've got so many ideas for him this <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/tags/holiday" >holiday</a> that I don't know what to choose! I know he'll love this <a href="http://teamsugar.com/user/YumSugar/yummarket/2562588" >flight set</a> for at-home tastings, or a <a href="http://teamsugar.com/user/YumSugar/yummarket/2562595" >beer of the month club membership</a>. But I'm tempted to get him this <a href="http://teamsugar.com/user/YumSugar/yummarket/2562584" >beer game</a> just so I can outsmart him! </p> <p>Want more gift ideas? Browse the selection below or check out all the gift guides on <a href="http://holiday.popsugar.com/" >HolidaySugar</a>.</p> <p><iframe width='550' height='330' scrolling='no' vpsace='0' hspace='0' frameborder='0' src='http://yumsugar.com/bookmarks/tags/The+Craft+Brew+Connoisseur/feed/xml?width=550/feed/widget?width=550'></iframe></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2562654#comment 2008 Holiday Gift Guide beer brews For Him Yumsugar Gift Guide Wed, 03 Dec 2008 11:15:29 -0800 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2562654 http://www.yumsugar.com/2558539 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/15259/49_2008/acdba597ebc79ec4_Blessing_Close_Up.xlarge.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image right xlarge" height="320" width="300"></span>With food festival season winding down for the year, there are certainly fewer events this month. Still, if you look hard enough, you can find a few gems, like the <a href="http://www.tamalefestival.net/" target="_blank">International Tamale Festival</a> in Indio, CA, or Sonoma Valley's <a href="http://www.olivefestival.com" target="_blank">Blessing of the Olives</a>. Or, enjoy one of the many holiday wine events, where perhaps you can find that perfect pairing for your holiday dinner. </p> <p>Notice anything we've left out? If so, please feel free to chime in with your comments below! </p> <ul> <li><b>Yosemite, CA</b>: <a href="http://www.yosemitepark.com/specialeventspackages_specialevents_vintnersholidays.aspx" target="_blank">Vintners' Holidays 2008</a> — Dec. 2-3</li> <li><b>Portland, OR</b>: <a href="http://www.holidayale.com/index.php" target="_blank">Holiday Ale Festival</a> — Dec. 3-7</li> <li><b>Mobile, AL</b>: <a href="http://www.gcafw.com/" target="_blank">Gulf Coast Antiques Food and Wine Festival</a> — Dec. 5-7</li> <li><b>Fredericksburg, TX</b>: <a href="http://www.texaswinetrail.com/events.html" target="_blank">Holiday Wine Trail</a> — Dec. 5-7</li> <li><b>Indio, CA</b>: <a href="http://www.tamalefestival.net/" target="_blank">Indio International Tamale Festival</a> — Dec. 6-7</li> <li><b>Livermore, CA</b>: <a href="http://www.lvwine.org" target="_blank">Holidays in the Vineyards</a> — Dec. 6-7</li> <li><b>New Paltz, NY</b>: <a href="http://www.shawangunkwinetrail.com/swtevents.html#anchor333999<br /> ">Wreath Fineries @ 10 Wineries</a> — Dec. 6-7</li> <li><b>Sonoma, CA</b>: <a href="http://www.olivefestival.com" target="_blank">Sonoma Valley Olive Festival &amp; Tasting</a> — Dec. 6</li> <li><b>Carmel, CA</b>: <a href="http://www.chateaujulien.com/news_and_events_events.html" target="_blank">Chateau St. Julien Holiday Spectacular</a> — Dec. 7</li> <li><b>Ventura, CA</b>: <a href="http://www.cityofventura.net/community_services/cultural_affairs/cultural_services_events/street_fairs" target="_blank">Holiday Street Festival</a> — Dec. 7</li> <li><b>New Orleans, LA</b>: <a href="http://museumoftheamericancocktail.org/Events/Default.aspx#Seminar24" target="_blank">Classic Holiday Tipples With Tony Abou-Ganim</a> — Dec. 8</li> </ul> <p><a href="http://www.olivefestival.com" target="_blank">Source</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2558539#comment ale beer events food festivals noteworthy nibbles olives Tamales wine Tue, 02 Dec 2008 14:17:38 -0800 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2558539 http://www.yumsugar.com/2508825 <!-- no strip poll --><div id="epoll-view-2508825"></div><script type="text/javascript">new Ajax.Request('/epoll/view/2508825',{method:'get',onSuccess:function(transport){var epoll=$('epoll-view-2508825');epoll.update(transport.responseText);}});</script><noscript><p><p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/0/3986/47_2008/8497a184fa99a933_Porter_Cheese_.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image preview" height="410" width="550"></span>At a dinner party over the weekend, I tried <a href="http://www.wallywine.com/p-11409-cahill-porter.aspx" target="_blank">Cahill Porter Cheese</a> — an Irish cheddar cheese marbled with malty, bittersweet <a href="http://beeradvocate.com/articles/305" target="_blank">porter beer</a>. Strangely enough, the mild taste of the cheddar cheese perfectly complements the caramel, chocolatey flavor of the beer. Some guests did not enjoy it, but I can't stop thinking about how it would make a unique, tasty <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/tags/grilled%20cheese" >grilled cheese</a> sandwich. </p> </p><!-- no strip poll --><form action="/2508825" method="post" id="epoll_view_voting"> <div><div class="poll"> <div class="vote-form"> <div class="choices"><div class="form-item"> <label>Would You Eat This Porter Cheese?</label> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="0" class="form-radio" /> Yes, I have already eaten and loved it! </label> </div> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="1" class="form-radio" /> Sure, I love cheddar cheese and porter, why not! </label> </div> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="2" class="form-radio" /> I'd try it but I don't like porter.</label> </div> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="3" class="form-radio" /> Absolutely not. Yuck! </label> </div> </div> </div><input type="hidden" name="edit[nid]" id="edit-nid" value="2508825" /> <input type="submit" name="op" value="Vote" class="form-submit" /> </div><input type="hidden" name="edit[form_id]" id="edit-form_id" value="epoll_view_voting" /> </div> </div></form> <!-- no strip poll --></noscript><!-- no strip poll --> http://www.yumsugar.com/2508825#comment beer Cahill cheddar cheese poll Porter Porter Cheese would you eat this Tue, 18 Nov 2008 05:30:03 -0800 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2508825 http://www.yumsugar.com/2464290 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/15259/45_2008/d2b580584f50e496_NN_110408.xlarger.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image right xlarger" height="400" width="295"></span>This week <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/tags/noteworthy+nibbles" >Noteworthy Nibbles</a> includes an international <a href="http://www.chocolateshow.com/" target="_blank">chocolate show</a> complete with chocolate-inspired runway designs. In sunny Florida, the <a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/wdw/parks/specialEvents?id=EpcotInternationalFoodAndWineFestivalSpecialEventPage&amp;bhcp=1" target="_blank">Epcot International Food &amp; Wine Festival</a> should be quite the spectacle. Folks who live in Virginia have the great fortune of two oyster events this weekend. Personally, I'm looking forward to <a href="http://www.sfwineweek.com/" target="_blank">San Francisco Wine Week</a>! </p> <p>Know of anything we've left out? Drop us a line in the comments below!</p> <ul> <li><b>Orlando, FL</b>: <a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/wdw/parks/specialEvents?id=EpcotInternationalFoodAndWineFestivalSpecialEventPage&amp;bhcp=1" target="_blank">Epcot International Food &amp; Wine Festival</a> — Nov. 4-9</li> <li><b>Philadelphia, PA</b>: <a href="http://www.celebritycheftour.com/" target="_blank">Celebrity Chef Tour</a> — Nov. 6</li> <li><b>St. Helena, CA</b>: <a href="http://www.ciaprochef.com/WOF2008/" target="_blank">CIA Worlds of Flavor International Conference</a> — Nov. 6-8</li> <li><b>Palm Desert, CA</b>: <a href="http://www.artoffoodandwine.com/" target="_blank">The Art of Food &amp; Wine</a> — Nov. 6-9</li> <li><b>Ann Arbor, MI</b>: <a href="http://www.umsaveaheart.org/" target="_blank">Save a Heart Celebration of Wine and Food</a> — Nov. 7</li> </ul> <p>To see the rest, </p> <p><a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/2464290">read more</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2464290#comment beer celebrity chefs chocolate CIA coffee eco epcot center events food festivals Kona Coffee noteworthy nibbles organic oysters wine Tue, 04 Nov 2008 14:00:33 -0800 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2464290 http://www.yumsugar.com/2466384 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/17470/45_2008/ac037c22c2f15943_SnowcapBottle.xlarger.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image xlarger outline right" height="400" width="269"></span>Most of you were appalled by the <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/2463189" >increase in budget beer sales</a> and many or you prefer to drink local microbrews, so I thought I would bring attention to an interesting website created by the <a href="http://www.beertown.org/" target="_blank">Brewer's Association</a>. <a href="http://www.beertown.org/seasonal/index.html" target="_blank">Seasonal Beer Throughout the Year</a> is your resource for limited-edition, seasonal craft brews. A seasonal beer is a special style of beer, sometimes with flavors like pumpkin, made for a certain time of year. These beers are especially popular during <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/tags/oktoberfest" >Oktoberfest</a>. </p> <p>From <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/826761" >harvest ales</a> to Christmas brews, the site has you covered. The best thing about it is that you select your state after choosing the season. Not only are the brews seasonal, but the listings are local as well! The in-depth list provides the brewery's website and phone number for simple and quick ordering. </p> <p>I'm definitely going to get my hands on some of <a href="http://www.pyramidbrew.com/our-brews/snowcap#" target="_blank">Pyramid's Snowcap Ale</a>, how about you? </p> <p><a href="http://www.pyramidbrew.com/our-brews/snowcap#" target="_blank">Source</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2466384#comment ales beer Brewer's Association harvest ales news seasonal beer websites Tue, 04 Nov 2008 12:30:40 -0800 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2466384 http://www.yumsugar.com/2463189 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/15259/45_2008/90b56aa0d0c2460a_beers.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image right preview outline" height="538" width="328"></span>Americans may love kicking back with beer, but times are tough. That's why an increasing number of beer drinkers are <a href="http://adage.com/article?article_id=132183" target="_blank">swapping their microbrews for what are called "subpremium" beers</a> in the beverage industry. </p> <p><a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/tags/Anheuser-Busch" >Anheuser-Busch</a> has reported that its brands Busch and Natural Light have seen upticks in sales. Other beers — from Miller High Life to Milwaukee's Best to Hamm's to Keystone — have also been attracting a larger percentage of consumers. </p> <p>To the beer industry's dismay, the increase in subpremium beer sales is happening at the expense of its higher-end beers, such as Budweiser and Miller Genuine Draft. Said one MillerCoors wholesaler: "I'm selling way more economy brands than I'm comfortable with . . . consumers are trading down." </p> <p>Is this the case for you? Have you also been purchasing less costly beer options? </p> <p><a href="http://www.anheuser-busch.com/Press/ImageGallery.html" target="_blank">Source</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2463189#comment alcohol Anheuser-Busch beer cost increases economy MillerCoors news Mon, 03 Nov 2008 11:22:34 -0800 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2463189 http://www.yumsugar.com/2441943 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/17470/44_2008/87f1febb54b8c8b3_Picture_1.xlarger.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image xlarger outline right" height="400" width="319"></span>We love Slashfood so much that every Thursday we round up their most delicious stories. Here are this week's finds: <ul> <li><a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/28/pretty-pretty-plates/" target="_blank">Meet Tracy Porter</a>, tabletop's new hero.</li> <li><a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/29/beef-terroir-the-grassfed-difference/" target="_blank">Beef terroir</a>: the grassfed difference.</li> <li><a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/29/how-far-can-canned-beer-go/" target="_blank">Canning of craft beers</a> is becoming more popular.</li> <li>The Food Network has launched a <a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/29/food-network-launches-new-line-of-kitchenware/" target="_blank">new line of kitchenware</a>.</li> <li>What makes you feel like <a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/28/what-makes-you-feel-like-a-real-cook/" target="_blank">a real cook</a>?</li> <li>Tuck an edible note into your kid's lunches with <a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/28/tuck-an-edible-note-into-your-kids-lunches/" target="_blank">FoodWriters</a>.</li> <li>The new cocktail shakers are <a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/27/forget-new-shakers-try-an-antique-cocktail-pitcher/" target="_blank">antique pitchers</a>.</li> </ul> <p><a href="http://www.horchow.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=cprod48140035&amp;parentId=cat8260741&amp;masterId=cat7970735&amp;index=0&amp;cmCat=cat000000cat000072cat7910735cat7970735cat8260741" target="_blank">Source</a> </p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2441943#comment beef beer cocktails cocktails shakers craft beer grassfed kids slashfood Tracy Porter What's Cooking at Slashfood Thu, 30 Oct 2008 04:00:27 -0700 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2441943 http://www.yumsugar.com/2434120 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/15259/44_2008/d61e5f6c9f2ac755_giantomelette.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image preview" height="227" width="550"></span>This week is all about quality over quantity: There aren't as many festivals on our radar, but all of them are can't-miss events. The <a href="http://www.giantomelette.org/" target="_blank">Giant Omelette Celebration</a> is sure to be an egg-cellent time. Now that we have <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/2432135" >yet another excuse</a> to drink beer, let's enjoy some at the <a href="http://www.brewtopiafest.com/" target="_blank">Great World Beer Fest</a>. And a festival <a href="http://www.eastlosangeles.net/tamalefestival/index.html" target="_blank">that's all about tamales</a>? Who couldn't get behind that?!</p> <p>Know of anything we've left out? Drop us a line in the comments below!</p> <ul> <li><b>Denver, CO</b>: <a href="http://www.denverwinefest.com/" target="_blank">Denver International Wine Festival</a> — Oct. 29-Nov. 1</li> <li><b>Terlingua, TX</b>: <a href="http://www.abowlofred.com" target="_blank">International Championship Chili Cook-Off</a> — Oct. 30-Nov. 1</li> <li><b>New York, NY</b>: <a href="http://www.brewtopiafest.com/" target="_blank">Great World Beer Fest</a> — Oct. 31-Nov. 1</li> <li><b>Apalachicola, FL</b>: <a href="http://www.floridaseafoodfestival.com" target="_blank">Florida Seafood Festival</a> — Oct. 31-Nov. 1</li> </ul> <p>To see the rest, </p> <p><a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/2434120">read more</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2434120#comment apples bbq beer chili eggs events food festivals noteworthy nibbles Omelettes Peanuts pork seafood Tamales wine Tue, 28 Oct 2008 14:00:33 -0700 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2434120 http://www.yumsugar.com/2432135 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/15259/44_2008/4d03286391f7ff21_beer.xlarge.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image outline right xlarge" height="320" width="320"></span>While we recently learned that <a href="http://www.fitsugar.com/1850388" >Americans are drinking less beer</a>, perhaps they should reconsider. </p> <p><a href="http://www.doveradio.com/cc-common/news/sections/lifestylearticle.html?feed=104777&amp;article=4480211" target="_blank">Recent studies</a> show that xanthohumol, a chemical found in hops, can inhibit enzymes that trigger cancer as well as help detoxify the body of carcinogens. </p> <p>In addition, <a href="http://www.nationalledger.com/artman/publish/article_272623465.shtml" target="_blank">other researchers at Rice University</a> are trying to genetically engineer brewing yeast in order to create beer loaded with resveratrol, a cancer-preventing compound. </p> <p>Perhaps this could help bring back America's beer drinking traditions. Would you drink beer that was <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/tags/genetics" >genetically engineered</a> if it had potential health benefits?</p> <p><a href="http://www.gettyimages.com" target="_blank">Source</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2432135#comment beer cancer genetically modified genetics health news science Tue, 28 Oct 2008 11:15:25 -0700 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2432135 http://www.yumsugar.com/2428039 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/17470/44_2008/481924b4b70b904f_Picture_3.preview.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image preview outline center" height="194" width="550"></span> <ul> <li>Beer drinkers <a href="http://www.chow.com/stories/11349" target="_blank">beware of cheater pints</a>. — <b>Chow</b></li> <li>Chef Eric Ripert invites you to <a href="http://newyork.seriouseats.com/2008/10/eric-ripert-blog-dinner-party-recipes-for-entertaining-le-bernardin.html" target="_blank">host a seasonal dinner party</a>. — <b>Serious Eats</b></li> <li>Learn how to make <a href="http://u-handbag.typepad.com/uhandblog/2008/10/tutorial-1-of-2-getting-ready-to-make-your-own-tofu-.html" target="_blank">homemade tofu</a>. — <b>U Handbag</b></li> <li>Why you <a href="http://bakingbites.com/2008/10/why-you-need-a-cake-cover/" target="_blank">need a cake cover</a>. — <b>Baking Bites</b></li> <li><a href="http://www.epicurious.com/articlesguides/holidays/halloween/recipes?mbid=sugar" target="_blank">Halloween recipes</a> so good, it's scary! — <b>Epicurious</b></li> <li><a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/winter/seasonal-spotlight-jerusalem-artichokes-aka-sunchokes-004231" target="_blank">Jerusalem artichokes</a>, also known as sunchokes, are in season. — <b>The Kitchn</b></li> </ul> <p><a href="http://www.chow.com/stories/11349" target="_blank">Source</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2428039#comment beer cake eric ripert Halloween Sunchokes tofu vegetarians yummy links Tue, 28 Oct 2008 07:45:44 -0700 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2428039 http://www.yumsugar.com/2419990 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/17470/43_2008/0ff8fe00d8a16310_americanbeer.xlarge.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image xlarge outline right" height="320" width="258"></span><br /> Happy American Beer Day! To commemorate the many great American breweries, I put together another round of the popular <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/697214" >American beer identification game</a>. I'll list a brew and you tell me if it's American or not. Sound like fun? Get cracking!</p> <p><a href="http://www.gettyimages.com" target="_blank">Source</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/2419990">read more</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2419990#comment American American beer beer breweries history quiz Mon, 27 Oct 2008 03:00:49 -0700 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2419990 http://www.yumsugar.com/2411400 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/17470/43_2008/b52f3c86c3681687_2008_10_23-Pomegranate.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image preview outline center" height="351" width="540"></span> <ul> <li>A blast from the past: the <a href="http://aht.seriouseats.com/archives/2008/10/in-videos-the-first-mcdonalds-commercial.html" target="_blank">first McDonald's commercial</a>. — <b>A Hamburger Today</b></li> <li>Save cherished wine labels with <a href="http://coveiter.blogspot.com/2008/10/lifting-labels.html" target="_blank">this wine label lifter</a>. — <b>Coveiter</b></li> <li>The top 10 <a href="http://www.endlesssimmer.com/2008/10/22/top-ten-weirdest-food-halloween-costumes/" target="_blank">weirdest food Halloween costumes</a>. — <b>Endless Simmer</b></li> <li>Want more weird Halloween stuff? Check out <a href="http://www.epicurious.com/articlesguides/blogs/editor/2008/10/the-best-pumpki.html?mbid=sugar" target="_blank">these crazily carved pumpkins</a>. — <b>TheEpi-Log</b></li> <li><a href="http://climate.weather.com/articles/organicbeer092501.html" target="_blank">Ten organic beers</a> worth sipping. — <b>Forecast Earth</b></li> <li>How to <a href="http://www.chow.com/stories/11367" target="_blank">properly steep tea</a>. — <b>Chow</b></li> <li>Everything you need to know <a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/ingredients-fruit/seasonal-spotlight-pomegranate-067041" target="_blank">about pomegranates</a>. — <b>The Kitchn</b></li> </ul> <p><a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/ingredients-fruit/seasonal-spotlight-pomegranate-067041" target="_blank">Photo by Kathryn Hill</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2411400#comment beer Halloween McDonald's organic Pomegranates pumpkins tea wine wine labels yummy links Fri, 24 Oct 2008 06:45:35 -0700 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2411400 http://www.yumsugar.com/2399583 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/17470/43_2008/22ef005af71cc7c0_towering-cupcake.xlarger.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image xlarger outline right" height="400" width="320"></span>We love Slashfood so much that every Thursday we round up their most delicious stories. Here are this week's finds:</p> <ul> <li>Learn how to <a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/21/free-drinks-in-six-cities/" target="_blank">get free drinks</a> at your local watering hole.</li> <li><a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/17/feast-your-eyes-75-frosting-25-cake/" target="_blank">75 percent frosting</a>, 25 percent cake!</li> <li>Do you <a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/22/do-you-write-notes-in-your-cookbook-margins/" target="_blank">write notes in your cookbooks</a>?</li> <li>The New York Yankees and Dallas Cowboys <a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/21/stepping-up-to-the-plate-ballpark-fare/" target="_blank">want you to eat better</a> when at the ballpark.</li> <li><a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/21/in-season-braised-radicchio-with-raisins-and-pine-nuts/" target="_blank">Radicchio is in season</a>; it pairs perfectly with raisins and pine nuts. </li> <li>How important is it to <a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/21/how-important-is-it-to-preheat-your-oven/" target="_blank">preheat your oven</a>?</li> <li>It's a great time to <a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/19/its-the-great-pumpkin-ale-charlie-brown/" target="_blank">enjoy pumpkin ale</a>.</li> </ol> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/12535253@N05/2941768727/in/pool-slashfood" target="_blank">Source</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2399583#comment ballpark food beer cookbooks cupcakes drinks freebies ovens Preheating Pumpkin Ale radicchio slashfood What's Cooking at Slashfood Thu, 23 Oct 2008 04:00:33 -0700 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2399583 http://www.yumsugar.com/2378507 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/17470/42_2008/de1b28fb864520c5_2008_10_15-AppleCake.xlarger.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image xlarger outline right" height="400" width="305"></span></p> <ul> <li>The James Beard Foundation is <a href="http://sf.eater.com/archives/2008/10/15/james_beard_foundation_now_accepting_nominations_giving_love_to_blogs_too.php" target="_blank">accepting nominations for the 2009 awards</a> and they've announced a new category for food blogs. — <b>Eater SF</b></li> <li>This year make your own <a href="http://www.chow.com/stories/10746" target="_blank">Halloween candy bars</a>. — <b>Chow</b></li> <li>Learn how to properly <a href="http://www.beerutopia.com/2008/10/14/simple-beer-pairing-guide/" target="_blank">pair beer with food</a>. — <b>Beer Utopia</b></li> <li><a href="http://www.epicurious.com/articlesguides/blogs/editor/2008/10/reasons-to-eat.html?mbid=sugar" target="_blank">Two hundred reasons</a> to eat pizza. — <b>Epi-Log</b></li> <li>Enter the Serious Eats <a href="http://www.seriouseats.com/2008/10/serious-eats-pumpkin-carving-contest.html" target="_blank">pumpkin-carving contest</a>! — <b>Serious Eats</b></li> <li><a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/dessert/recipe-sticky-spiked-doubleapple-cake-with-a-brown-sugarbrandy-sauce-066619" target="_blank">Sticky Spiked Double-Apple Cake With a Brown Sugar-Brandy Sauce</a>. Need I say more? — <b>The Kitchn</b></li> <li>Get creative and <a href="http://www.hostessblog.com/2008/10/creative-theme-idea-self-portrait-party/" target="_blank">throw a portrait party</a>. — <b>Hostess With the Mostess</b></li> </ul> <p><a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/dessert/recipe-sticky-spiked-doubleapple-cake-with-a-brown-sugarbrandy-sauce-066619" target="_blank">Source</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2378507#comment beer cakes james beard awards link time party themes pizza pumpkin carving Sticky Apple Cake yummy links Fri, 17 Oct 2008 06:45:35 -0700 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2378507 http://www.yumsugar.com/2370441 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/17470/42_2008/lamb.xxlarge.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image xxlarge outline center" height="349" width="500"></span> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/15/onigiri-are-delicious-and-cheap/" target="_blank">Onigiri</a>, Japanese rice balls, are delicious and cheap.</li> <li>Can you <a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/15/raising-the-bar-so-you-want-to-play-bartender-part-one/" target="_blank">build a bartender</a> from scratch?</li> <li>Make a gourmet <a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/15/midweek-meals-provencal-rack-of-lamb-in-30-minutes/" target="_blank">Provencal rack of lamb dinner</a> in just 30 minutes.</li> <li>Celebrate <a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/15/celebrate-lunch-ladies-and-cafeteria-food-for-national-school-lu/" target="_blank">National School Lunch Week</a>!</li> <li>The <a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/14/moooove-over-beef-its-time-for-something-cheaper/" target="_blank">rising cost of beef</a> may cause fast food chains to change their menus.</li> <li>Eight delicious <a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/14/slashfood-ate-8-ways-to-devour-acorn-squash/" target="_blank">recipes for acorn squash</a>.</li> <li>Learn more about last weekend's <a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/14/great-american-beer-festival-by-the-numbers/" target="_blank">Great American Beer Festival</a>.</li> </ul> <p><a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/10/15/midweek-meals-provencal-rack-of-lamb-in-30-minutes/" target="_blank">Source</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2370441#comment acorn squash beer lamb link time onigiri School Lunch slashfood What's Cooking at Slashfood yummy links Thu, 16 Oct 2008 04:00:46 -0700 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2370441 http://www.yumsugar.com/2278348 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/15259/41_2008/San_Francisco_FallFest.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image right preview" height="240" width="321"></span>It's the middle of Fall, and the festivities are bigger than ever. From <a href="http://www.wvblackwalnutfestival.org/" target="_blank">Spencer, WV</a>, to <a href="http://www.sffallfest.com/" target="_blank">San Francisco</a>, there's something for everyone, whether you've got a <a href="http://www.fairfielddowntown.com/3events/candy/candy.html" target="_blank">craving for candy</a> or a <a href="http://www.hamfestival.com/" target="_blank">hankering for ham</a>. Know of something we've left out? Please feel free to add your comments below! <br clear=all></p> <ul> <li><b>New York, NY</b>: <a href="http://www.nycwineandfoodfestival.com" target="_blank">Food Network New York City Wine and Food Festival</a> — Oct. 9-12</li> <li><b>Denver, CO</b>: <a href="http://www.celebritycheftour.com/" target="_blank">The Celebrity Chef Tour Denver</a> — Oct. 9</li> <li><b>Denver, CO</b>: <a href="http://greatamericanbeerfestival.com/events/gabf/" target="_blank">Great American Beer Festival</a> — Oct. 9-11</li> <li><b>Spencer, WV</b>: <a href="http://www.wvblackwalnutfestival.org/" target="_blank">West Virginia Black Walnut Festival</a> — Oct. 9-12</li> <li><b>San Francisco, CA</b>: <a href="http://www.sffallfest.com/" target="_blank">San Francisco Magazine's Fallfest 2008</a> — Oct. 9-12</li> </ul> <p>To see the rest, </p> <p><a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/2278348">read more</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2278348#comment barbecue bbq beer candy crab Dungeness Crab events food festivals ham Italian mushrooms noteworthy nibbles oktoberfest oysters pastries pumpkins rum Sauerkraut seafood shrimp spirits Taste of Atlanta Taste of Charleston walnuts wheat wine Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:00:12 -0700 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2278348 http://www.yumsugar.com/2172050 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/15259/40_2008/sauerkraut_final_picture.preview.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image preview" width="550" height="422"></span>I wasn't able to celebrate <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/2071685" >Oktoberfest</a> in Munich this year, but I still wanted to bring the holiday's festivities to my home. I wound up making a German-inspired dish with sauerkraut, smoked sausage, and <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/tags/beer" >beer</a>. Even though I used smoked beef sausage, you could easily use knockwurst, bratwurst, kielbasa, or any other sausage link. For a sweeter edge, add a few tablespoons of brown sugar into the mix (I prefer savory dishes, so I left this out). Best of all, the rest of the beer is yours to drink while making it! To get the basic, no-brainer recipe, </p> <p><a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/2172050">read more</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2172050#comment beer recipes Sauerkraut sausage The Ultimate Beer Lover's Cookbook Fri, 03 Oct 2008 03:00:44 -0700 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2172050 http://www.yumsugar.com/1994139 <!-- no strip poll --><div id="epoll-view-1994139"></div><script type="text/javascript">new Ajax.Request('/epoll/view/1994139',{method:'get',onSuccess:function(transport){var epoll=$('epoll-view-1994139');epoll.update(transport.responseText);}});</script><noscript><p><p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/15259/40_2008/beersweatshirt-1.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image outline right preview" height="476" width="325"></span> Now that football season has begun, <a href="http://www.millercoors.com/" target="_blank">Miller Brewing</a> has come up with a new way for you to hold your beer while <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/tags/tailgate" >tailgating</a>: a sweatshirt/beer koozie hybrid. </p> <p>I'm not exactly sure the item's been developed with <a href="http://www.uspto.gov/web/patents/patog/week24/OG/html/1331-2/USD0570577-20080610.html" target="_blank">patent-worthy innovation</a>, but I would definitely use it to keep my fingers warm during chilly nighttime football games. </p> <p>Would you be willing to wear a High Life hoodie if it meant boozing hands-free?</p> <p><a href="http://brewcityonline.com/brewcity/product.asp?prod_name=Miller+High+Life+Beer+Pouch&amp;pf_id=PAAAAAHEPONPIKFG&amp;dept_id=5251&amp;s_id=0" target="_blank">Source</a> <br clear=all></p> </p><!-- no strip poll --><form action="/1994139" method="post" id="epoll_view_voting"> <div><div class="poll"> <div class="vote-form"> <div class="choices"><div class="form-item"> <label>Miller Kangaroo Sweatshirt: Love It or Hate It?</label> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="0" class="form-radio" /> Love it</label> </div> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="1" class="form-radio" /> Hate it</label> </div> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="2" class="form-radio" /> Undecided</label> </div> </div> </div><input type="hidden" name="edit[nid]" id="edit-nid" value="1994139" /> <input type="submit" name="op" value="Vote" class="form-submit" /> </div><input type="hidden" name="edit[form_id]" id="edit-form_id" value="epoll_view_voting" /> </div> </div></form> <!-- no strip poll --></noscript><!-- no strip poll --> http://www.yumsugar.com/1994139#comment beer beer koozie Love It or Hate It miller miller high life tailgate Tue, 30 Sep 2008 06:45:54 -0700 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1994139 http://www.yumsugar.com/2118983 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/15259/40_2008/Buzzy_navel.xlarger.JPG" alt="" title="" class="image left xlarger" height="400" width="243"></span>This past weekend might have been the last seriously warm Saturday of the year. To celebrate, I mixed myself a fruity refreshment. </p> <p>The Buzzy Navel, as it's called, is closely related to a perennial favorite, the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fuzzy_navel" target="_blank">Fuzzy Navel</a>. The primary distinction? It includes a <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/2118547" >surprise element of beer</a>, which alters the taste of the cocktail, mellowing out the hot flavors of hard liquor and adding a lingering, malty finish. </p> <p>When I mixed my Buzzy Navel, I tweaked the recipe to my own liking, adding an extra 1/3 ounce of beer and omitting the ice. You can do the same when you </p> <p><a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/2118983">read more</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2118983#comment beer cocktails drinks happy hour orange juice peach schnapps recipes The Ultimate Beer Lover's Cookbook vodka Mon, 29 Sep 2008 14:01:05 -0700 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2118983 http://www.yumsugar.com/2118547 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/15259/40_2008/BeerLoversCookbook.xlarge.JPG" alt="" title="" class="image outline right xlarge" height="320" width="310"></span>Ever since the onset of <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/2071685" >Oktoberfest</a>, I've had beer on the brain. Naturally I decided to break out my copy of <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/slideshow/1751657?page=0%2C4" >The Ultimate Beer Lover's Cookbook</a>. The tome is authored by John Schlimm, a descendant of the <a href="http://www.straubbeer.com/index.htm" target="_blank">Straub beer empire</a>. The collection, which took 10 years to compile, employs beer in every single one of its 400-plus recipes. To see what I think of the cookbook, </p> <p><a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/2118547">read more</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2118547#comment beer Cookbook Reviews cookbooks drinks John Schlimm must read Straub The Ultimate Beer Lover's Cookbook Mon, 29 Sep 2008 12:30:41 -0700 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2118547 http://www.yumsugar.com/2079828 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/17470/39_2008/sh1b10_lime_beer_cocktail1_e.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image preview outline left" height="206" width="300"></span>When one hears the words "tailgate" and "drinks," the first thing that comes to mind is beer. And lots of it. At <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/tags/tailgate" >my tailgate</a>, I'll supply guests with a selection of cold brews and an updated version of the <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/155360" >shandy</a>, a classic beer cocktail. Tailgates always get a little rowdy, so I won't serve hard alcohol. </p> <p>It's a good idea to have sodas, water, and a couple bottles of chilled white wine on hand. Before heading to the stadium, don't forget to stock up on ice. There's nothing worse than warm beer on a hot afternoon. To look at the refreshing recipe for the beer cocktail — at my party it will be poured into <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/2058583" >Cal</a> cups! — </p> <p><a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/2079828">read more</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2079828#comment beer beer cocktails cocktails Come Party With Me drinks lime limeade recipes Sandra Lee shandy tailgate Thu, 25 Sep 2008 12:30:53 -0700 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2079828 http://www.yumsugar.com/2063419 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/15259/39_2008/NN_092308.preview.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image preview" height="380" width="550"></span>This week, spice up your free time with the chili cook-offs that are setting the country aflame. Whether you're looking for an epicurean adventure at the <a href="http://www.bellagio.com/restaurants/taste-of-bellagio.aspx" target="_blank">Bellagio</a>, or something more along the lines of a back-country <a href="http://www.prestoncounty.com/pcbf.htm" target="_blank">roadkill cook-off</a>, you're in luck. Check out what's going on in your neck of the woods this week, and let us know if we've left anything off the list! </p> <ul> <li><b>Sante Fe, NM:</b> <a href="http://www.santafewineandchile.org/" target="_blank">Santa Fe Wine &amp; Chile Fiesta</a> — Sept. 24-28</li> <li><b>Las Vegas, NV:</b> <a href="http://www.bellagio.com/restaurants/taste-of-bellagio.aspx" target="_blank">Gourmet's Taste of Bellagio</a> — Sept. 25</li> <li><b>New York, NY</b>: <a href="http://www.joyofsake.com/" target="_blank">Joy of Sake New York</a> — Sept. 25</li> <li><b>Providence, RI:</b> <a href="http://eyeofprovidence.org/fft/" target="_blank">Food for Thought </a> — Sept. 25</li> <li><b>London, KY:</b> <a href="http://www.chickenfestival.com/" target="_blank">World Chicken Festival</a> — Sept. 25-28</li> </ul> <p>To see the rest, </p> <p><a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/2063419">read more</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2063419#comment American Wine & Food Festival beer Bellagio buckwheat chicken chiles chili cranberries events food festivals garlic gourmet Italian Kentucky Burgoo lobster noteworthy nibbles okra Peanuts roadkill sake tomatoes vegetarian wine Tue, 23 Sep 2008 14:00:54 -0700 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2063419 http://www.yumsugar.com/2060339 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/15259/39_2008/shiner.preview.JPG" alt="" title="" class="image left preview" height="550" width="305"></span>Last night I had a horrible, incurable hot flash. I opened the fridge to cool down and — to my glee — found <a href="http://www.shiner.com" target="_blank">Shiner Bock</a> staring back at me. </p> <p>If you aren't from Texas, you may not know Shiner, but if you are, then it's a household name. Shiner Bock is produced by the state's oldest independent brewing company, Spoetzl Brewery, which turns 100 next year. Shiner isn't the most complex beer to ever exist, but it's cheap, refreshing, and easy to drink.</p> <p>Since the highly-carbonated, caramel-brown lager has a head that doesn't last long, it's delicious to guzzle right out of the bottle. It has little aroma and an earthy, malty, toasted flavor. Of course, it's perfect for a hot day, whether you're in Texas or not. </p> <p>Have you ever had the chance to <a href="http://www.bevmo.com/Shop/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductID=6322" target="_blank">try Shiner</a>? If so, what did you think of it?</p> http://www.yumsugar.com/2060339#comment beer happy hour Shiner Bock texas Mon, 22 Sep 2008 14:00:11 -0700 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/2060339 http://www.yumsugar.com/1883803 <!-- no strip poll --><div id="epoll-view-1883803"></div><script type="text/javascript">new Ajax.Request('/epoll/view/1883803',{method:'get',onSuccess:function(transport){var epoll=$('epoll-view-1883803');epoll.update(transport.responseText);}});</script><noscript><p><p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/17470/34_2008/IMG_0808%5B1%5D.preview.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image preview outline center" height="413" width="550"></span></p> </p><!-- no strip poll --><form action="/1883803" method="post" id="epoll_view_voting"> <div><div class="poll"> <div class="vote-form"> <div class="choices"><div class="form-item"> <label>Do You Like Guinness?</label> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="0" class="form-radio" /> Yes, I love the creamy, dark beer.</label> </div> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="1" class="form-radio" /> No, Guinness is too heavy for my taste.</label> </div> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="2" class="form-radio" /> I enjoy one glass, but in large quantities it's too much. </label> </div> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="3" class="form-radio" /> I don't drink.</label> </div> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="4" class="form-radio" /> Other — I'll tell you how I feel about Guinness below.</label> </div> </div> </div><input type="hidden" name="edit[nid]" id="edit-nid" value="1883803" /> <input type="submit" name="op" value="Vote" class="form-submit" /> </div><input type="hidden" name="edit[form_id]" id="edit-form_id" value="epoll_view_voting" /> </div> </div></form> <!-- no strip poll --></noscript><!-- no strip poll --> http://www.yumsugar.com/1883803#comment beer dark beer guinness Irish poll Wed, 03 Sep 2008 09:00:41 -0700 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1883803 http://www.yumsugar.com/1908164 <p> <span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/15259/32_2008/pickledtomatoes.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image preview" height="" width="550"></span></p> <ul> <li>Into <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/tags/pickles" >pickling</a>? Here's <a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/ingredients-pantry/pickling-choosing-a-vinegar-061428" target="_blank">how to choose the right vinegar</a>. — <b>The Kitchn</b></li> <li>What does <a href="http://www.chow.com/stories/11293" target="_blank">"heirloom" mean really</a>? — <b>Chow</b></li> <li>The incomplete but oh-so-true <a href="http://www.epicurious.com/articlesguides/blogs/editor/2008/09/beach-eats.html" target="_blank">guide to beachside eats</a>.— <b>The Epi-Log</b></li> <li>Don't these <a href="http://bakingbites.com/2008/09/brownie-chunk-peanut-butter-cookies/" target="_blank">brownie chunk peanut butter cookies</a> sound divine? — <b>Baking Bites</b></li> <li><a href="http://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/2008/08/sunday-brunch-serious-baconcheese-hot-dogs-recipe.html" target="_blank">Bacon-cheese hot dogs</a>: a brunch dish for the adventurous. — <b>Serious Eats</b></li> <li>Use your old wine corks to make <a href="http://sweet-sticky.blogspot.com/2008/08/diy-wine-cork-trivets.html" target="_blank">these cute trivets</a>. — <b>Sweet &amp; Sticky</b></li> <li>Are you a <a href="http://www.fitsugar.com/1903091" >health foodie</a>? — <b>FitSugar</b></li> <li>Bored with beer? <a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/08/30/getting-extra-mileage-out-of-your-fruit-beers-the-chocolate-cov/" target="_blank">Try getting creative with fizzy flavor blends</a>. — <b>Slashfood</b></li> </ul> http://www.yumsugar.com/1908164#comment baking beer cookies heirloom pickles yummy links Tue, 02 Sep 2008 09:00:47 -0700 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1908164 http://www.yumsugar.com/1888141 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/17470/35_2008/IMG_4906.preview.JPG" alt="" title="" class="image preview outline right" width="313"></span>Recently, my parents returned from a vacation in Ireland.<br /> Being as it was their first time in on the island, they eagerly sampled the local products, pubs, and pints. They picked up a fondness for a chocolate-colored, Irish ale named <a href="http://www.bevmo.com/productinfo.asp?sku=00000073984&amp;Dn=166+168&amp;Nr=Store%3A99&amp;Ntt=Smithwick%92s&amp;N=168+0&amp;Ne=171+3+5+270+269+11+12+7+8+167+271+10+29+64+6+44+25+9+255+256+67+272+24+26+273+275+277+279+281+283+285+287+289+291+293+295+297+299+301+303&amp;Nty=1&amp;D=Smithwick%92s&amp;Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&amp;Ntk=All&amp;nocontinue=s&amp;cntShpng1Rec=1" target="_blank">Smithwick’s</a> (pronounced Smitiks). Their rave reviews made me curious, so when my dad invited me to join him at a local Irish pub, I jumped at the chance to taste the brew. Despite its dark color, the beer was surprisingly light and refreshing. The rich liquid was not bitter, but smooth, full, and stimulating. According to my father, the American Smithwick's lacked the frothy head of the brew he enjoyed in the old country, but I didn't mind, I thought it was delicious. </p> <p>Have you ever tried Smithwick's? What do you think of the beer?</p> http://www.yumsugar.com/1888141#comment ale beer brew happy hour Irish smithwick's Wed, 27 Aug 2008 16:15:13 -0700 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1888141 http://www.yumsugar.com/1881203 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/17470/34_2008/grp_edr_lemon_punch_sz2.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image preview outline left" height="250" width="250"></span>The <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/1876319" >menu</a> for the <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/tags/Going+Away+Party" >going away party</a> is simple, classic, and comforting so serve a drink that embodies these qualities as well. A lemonade-inspired punch is refreshing and crowd-friendly. It's simple to make and delicious to drink. Make two batches — one alcoholic and one nonalcoholic. For the clambake offer guests a chilled white wine or light, fruity red. For those who prefer not to drink hard liquor or wine, stock up on beer, water, and sparkling juices. For the easy spiked lemonade recipe, </p> <p><a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/1881203">read more</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/1881203#comment beer cocktails Come Party With Me drinks everyday with rachael ray Going Away Party lemon punch lemonade punch recipes vodka Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:15:14 -0700 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1881203 http://www.yumsugar.com/1850330 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/17470/33_2008/iChat%20Image%281912299286%29.jpeg" alt="" title="" class="image preview outline left" width="206"></span><br /> Last night, I dined at a local <a href="http://www.burmasuperstar.com/" target="_blank">Burmese cafe</a> with a friend. While we went there for dinner, which was delicious, I wound up getting tipsy on these beer drinks called Burma coolers. </p> <p>With a lemon zing and tangy ginger finish, they were wildly refreshing, so I tried to re-create them at home. </p> <p>To see how I made my version of this divine drink, </p> <p><a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/1850330">read more</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/1850330#comment beer burmese burmese cooler cocktails drinks ginger happy hour recipes Mon, 11 Aug 2008 14:00:30 -0700 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1850330 http://www.yumsugar.com/1853355 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/15259/32_2008/pilsner.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image outline preview left" height="275" width=""></span><b>Pilsner</b><br /> A light, golden lager with a smooth, clean taste. This beer, which originates from the town of Pilsen in today's Czech Republic, has a prevalent flavor of hops and malt, a spicy bitterness, and often a floral aroma. While <b>pilsners</b> are a refreshing and good match for most foods, the term has become interchangeable with any light, drinkable beer.</p> <p><a href="http://www.pilsnerurquell.com/html/en_us/index.html" target="_blank">Source</a><br /> <br clear=all></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/1853355#comment beer definition drinks Pilsner Mon, 11 Aug 2008 06:45:22 -0700 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1853355 http://www.yumsugar.com/1827520 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/15259/31_2008/festivalofbeers.preview.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image left preview" height="" width="275"></span>This week, there are things going on all over the map. </p> <p><a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/tags/beer" >Beer</a> lovers unite in both Honolulu and California. Colorado's busting out the buttered <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/tags/corn" >corn</a> (and the sounds of country star Travis Tritt) as well as hosting a festival for tea enthusiasts. At Vermont's Fresh Network forum, locals can partake in workshops such as "Terroir of Cheese" and "Understanding Honey." Tri-State fans of <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/tags/top+chef" >Top Chef</a> can hone their cooking skills by taking a master class with contestant and <a href="http://www.ciachef.edu/" target="_blank">CIA</a> alum <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/tag/Marcel+Vigneron" >Marcel Vigneron</a>. </p> <p>Here's a look at some of our choice events going on this week:</p> <p><br clear=all></p> <ul> <li><b>Seattle, WA:</b> <a href="http://taste.strength.org/site/Clubs?club_id=1073&amp;pg=main" target="_blank">Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation Seattle</a> — July 31</li> <li><b>Mammoth Lakes, CA:</b> <a href="http://www.mammothbluesbrewsfest.com/" target="_blank">Mammoth Festival of Beers &amp; Bluesapalooza </a> — Aug. 1-2</li> <li><b>Olathe, CO</b>: <a href="http://www.olathesweetcornfest.com/" target="_blank">Olathe Sweet Corn Festival</a> — Aug. 1-2</li> <li><b>Lake County, OH:</b> <a href="http://www.visitvintageohio.com/" target="_blank">Vintage Ohio</a> — Aug. 1-2</li> <li><b>Natchez, MS: </b> <a href="http://www.natchezfoodfest.com/" target="_blank">Natchez Food &amp; Wine Festival</a> — Aug. 1-3</li> </ul> <p>To see the rest, </p> <p><a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/1827520">read more</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/1827520#comment beer corn events food festivals noteworthy nibbles Top Chef wine Thu, 31 Jul 2008 14:00:22 -0700 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1827520 http://www.yumsugar.com/1793402 <!-- no strip poll --><div id="epoll-view-1793402"></div><script type="text/javascript">new Ajax.Request('/epoll/view/1793402',{method:'get',onSuccess:function(transport){var epoll=$('epoll-view-1793402');epoll.update(transport.responseText);}});</script><noscript><p><p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/15259/29_2008/Beer-or-wine.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image preview outline center" height="276" width="550"></span>In a few hours, I'm grabbing drinks with friends. Always one to think a few steps ahead, I'm debating which beverage to commence with. I love beer, but after a pint or two, I feel bloated and gross. I'm also a fan of wine, but it makes me sleepy. Currently, I'm torn between the two. What's your drink of choice?</p> <p><a href="http://www.gettyimages.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Source</a></p> </p><!-- no strip poll --><form action="/1793402" method="post" id="epoll_view_voting"> <div><div class="poll"> <div class="vote-form"> <div class="choices"><div class="form-item"> <label>Would You Rather Drink Beer or Wine?</label> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="0" class="form-radio" /> Beer </label> </div> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="1" class="form-radio" /> Wine </label> </div> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="2" class="form-radio" /> Neither — I'd rather have _________. (Tell us below!)</label> </div> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="3" class="form-radio" /> I don't drink.</label> </div> </div> </div><input type="hidden" name="edit[nid]" id="edit-nid" value="1793402" /> <input type="submit" name="op" value="Vote" class="form-submit" /> </div><input type="hidden" name="edit[form_id]" id="edit-form_id" value="epoll_view_voting" /> </div> </div></form> <!-- no strip poll --></noscript><!-- no strip poll --> http://www.yumsugar.com/1793402#comment beer wine Would You Rather Sun, 20 Jul 2008 01:30:21 -0700 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1793402 http://www.yumsugar.com/node/1785201 <p><a href="http://www.citizensugar.com/1785158" rel="nofollow">Bye Bye Budweiser! American King Now Belgium</a><br /> An American treasure — Budweiser beer — is now Belgium. Perhaps baseball or apple pie will leave us next. For $52 billion Belgium company InBev purchased Anheuser-Busch, pledging to keep the North American headquarters in St. Louis, while cutting $1.5 billion in costs.</p> http://www.yumsugar.com/node/1785201#comment Anheuser-Busch asides beer Budweiser citizensugar inbev news Mon, 14 Jul 2008 16:10:13 -0700 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1785201 http://www.yumsugar.com/1772197 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/0/6066/28_2008/bicycle_large.preview.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image preview outline right" width="250"></span>Francophiles, take note: Monday is Bastille Day, which means there might be a French food festival in your neck of the woods. This weekend also presents a fine selection of wine and beer tasting opportunities, not to mention a few of the more bizarre food fests I've found this Summer, including one surrounding the "world's largest catsup bottle." Check out my guide below, and tell me about any I've missed in the comments!</p> <ul> <li><b>Nashville, TN:</b> <a href="http://nashvillewineauction.com/index.html" target="_blank">L’Eté du Vin Wine Auction</a> — July 10-12</li> <li><b>Cordova, AK:</b> <a href="http://www.copperriverwild.org/run.htm" target="_blank">Copper River Wild Salmon Festival</a> — July 10-12</li> <li><b>San Luis Obispo, CA:</b> <a href="http://www.centralcoastwineclassic.org/" target="_blank">Central Coast Wine Classic</a> — July 10-13</li> <li><b>Park City, UT</b>: <a href="http://parkcityfoodandwineclassic.com/Home.aspx" target="_blank">Park City Food and Wine Classic</a> — July 10-13</li> <li><b>Santa Barbara, CA:</b> <a href="http://www.frenchfestival.com/" target="_blank">Santa Barbara French Festival</a> — July 11-12</li> <li><b>Kosciusko, TX:</b> <a href="http://www.kosciuskohall.com/index.php" target="_blank">K-Town BBQ Cookoff and Sausage Fest</a> — July 11-12</li> <li><b>Flagstaff, AZ:</b> <a href="http://www.azbeer.com/" target="_blank">Made in the Shade Beer Tasting Festival</a> — July 12</li> </ul> <p>To see the rest, </p> <p><a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/1772197">read more</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/1772197#comment Bastille Day beer events food festivals French noteworthy nibbles wine Thu, 10 Jul 2008 14:00:01 -0700 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1772197 http://www.yumsugar.com/1760175 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/users/1/15259/46_2007/beerorchocolate.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image outline preview" height="309" width="550"></span>Today July 7 is chocolate day. To celebrate I thought I'd create a second round of our wildly popular <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/808368" >beer or chocolate quiz</a>. I hope you studied your chocolates and beers because I'm going to list a bunch of different brands. You tell me if it's a beer or a chocolate. Sound like fun? Get started!</p> <p><a href="http://www.gettyimages.com" target="_blank">Source</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/1760175">read more</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/1760175#comment beer brands chocolate chocolate or beer history quiz Mon, 07 Jul 2008 03:00:02 -0700 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1760175 http://www.yumsugar.com/slideshow/1751657 <a href="/slideshow/1751657?page=0"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/17470/27_2008/july-musthave.xlarge.jpg" alt="Yum&#039;s July Must Haves" title="Yum&#039;s July Must Haves" class="image xlarge inline left" /></a>June flew by so quickly it's hard to believe July is here! To ensure that you properly enjoy this glorious Summer month, I'm sharing the items I currently can't live without. These are my must haves for the month of July. <div id='pager' style='margin:25px auto;text-align:center;margin:8px; '><a href="/slideshow/1751657?page=0">Start Slideshow</a></div> http://www.yumsugar.com/slideshow/1751657#comment beer cookbooks grill grill basket juicer july must haves picnic salad bowl serving tray Tue, 01 Jul 2008 13:45:21 -0700 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1751657 http://www.yumsugar.com/1748809 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/0/6066/27_2008/beer%20tray.preview.jpg" alt="" title="" class="right image preview" height="" width="300"></span>I know a lot of you are beer drinkers, and I am also a proud partaker in the occasional brew. So I was tickled to come across <a href="http://www.beer4chicks.com/" target="_blank">Beer 4 Chicks</a>, which takes offense at beer advertisers' seeming assumption that only dudes drink beer. The site, written by beer expert Christina Perozzi, aims to educate drinkers by shattering some of the commonly held myths about ambers, ales, pilsners, and the like. I have to admit that as much as I enjoy beer, I clearly don't know much about it because some of her points really surprised me. Here are <a href="http://www.beer4chicks.com/" target="_blank">three misconceptions about beer</a>:</p> <ul> <li><b>Myth #1: Dark beers are heavy, strong, and/or high in calories.</b> The shade of the suds has nothing to do with how "heavy" a beer is. Darkly-colored beers can taste sweet or bitter depending on the type, and they aren't necessarily stronger or heavier. The color is simply determined by the method used to roast the grains that go into the beer.</li> </ul> <p>To see two more beer myths, </p> <p><a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/1748809">read more</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/1748809#comment alcohol beer beer 4 chicks beer myths drinks Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:00:44 -0700 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1748809 http://www.yumsugar.com/1740769 <!-- no strip poll --><div id="epoll-view-1740769"></div><script type="text/javascript">new Ajax.Request('/epoll/view/1740769',{method:'get',onSuccess:function(transport){var epoll=$('epoll-view-1740769');epoll.update(transport.responseText);}});</script><noscript><p><p>The <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/1736469" rel="nofollow">Los Angeles Times ran a story</a> this week about the growing popularity of cask-conditioned ales, which are yeastier, unpasteurized beers usually served at 55 degrees. Some people don't like drinking beer that lukewarm, though I have one friend who loves cask ales because he prefers the taste of beer when it's room temperature. What about you?</p> <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/0/6066/26_2008/AA031255.preview.jpg" alt="" title="" class="center image preview" height="400" width="400"></span></p> <p><a href="http://creative.gettyimages.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Source</a></p> </p><!-- no strip poll --><form action="/1740769" method="post" id="epoll_view_voting"> <div><div class="poll"> <div class="vote-form"> <div class="choices"><div class="form-item"> <label>What Temperature Do You Like Your Beer?</label> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="0" class="form-radio" /> Ice cold!</label> </div> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="1" class="form-radio" /> Chilled but not icy</label> </div> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="2" class="form-radio" /> Lukewarm or room temperature</label> </div> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="3" class="form-radio" /> I don't drink beer.</label> </div> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="4" class="form-radio" /> Other — Please Share!</label> </div> </div> </div><input type="hidden" name="edit[nid]" id="edit-nid" value="1740769" /> <input type="submit" name="op" value="Vote" class="form-submit" /> </div><input type="hidden" name="edit[form_id]" id="edit-form_id" value="epoll_view_voting" /> </div> </div></form> <!-- no strip poll --></noscript><!-- no strip poll --> http://www.yumsugar.com/1740769#comment ales beer beer temperature cask conditioned ales drinks poll Fri, 27 Jun 2008 11:45:56 -0700 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1740769 http://www.yumsugar.com/1732687 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/17470/26_2008/Grilled+Watermelon+Salad+2.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image preview outline right" width="300"></span> <ul> <li><a href="http://therecipegirl.blogspot.com/2008/06/grilled-watermelon-salad.html" target="_blank">Watermelon, goat cheese, greens, and balsamic vinegar</a> come together to make the Summer's prettiest salad. — <b>The Recipe Girl</b></p> </li> <li>Interested in trying a new wine? Here are <a href="http://www.forbes.com/fyi/2008/0421/071.html" target="_blank">25 bottles under $25</a> that are worth sipping now. — <b>Forbes</b></li> <li>Meet the <a href="http://www.sogoodblog.com/2008/06/21/the-worlds-biggest-six-pack/" target="_blank">world's largest six pack of beer</a>. — <b>So Good</b></li> <li>Learn <a href="http://slideshow.ivillage.com/food/how_to_use_up_leftover_ingredients/" target="_blank">how to use leftovers</a> as ingredients in delicious new dishes.— <b>iVillage</b></li> <li>An <a href="http://bakingbites.com/2008/06/arnold-palmer/" target="_blank">Arnold Palmer</a> is refreshing on a hot Summer day. — <b>Baking Bites</b></li> <li>Picnic perfect: Barefoot Contessa's <a href="http://noblepig.com/2008/06/21/lets-get-to-clubbin.aspx" target="_blank">Caesar Salad Club Sandwich</a>. — <b>Noble Pig</b></li> <li>Lighten up with these <a href="http://www.fitsugar.com/1723669" >five delicious treats that are under 250 calories</a>. — <b>FitSugar</b></li> <li>Would you purchase <a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/06/22/pizza-from-a-vending-machine/" target="_blank">piping hot pizza from a vending machine</a>? — <b>Slashfood</b></ul> <p><a href="http://therecipegirl.blogspot.com/2008/06/grilled-watermelon-salad.html" target="_blank">Source</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/1732687#comment Arnold Palmer beer leftovers light link time pizza salads sandwiches vending machines watermelon wine yummy links Tue, 24 Jun 2008 09:00:38 -0700 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1732687 http://www.yumsugar.com/1722405 <p>This Saturday is the <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/tags/summer+solstice" >Summer solstice</a>, and if you're looking for a way to enjoy the longest day of the year, there are still oodles of food festivals happening all over the country. Strawberry season is in full force, peaches are popping up in Alabama, and a massive barbecue competition is going down in our nation's capital. Take a look at some of the best fests happening in the next week.</p> <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/0/6066/25_2008/1Crowd-Capitol-Photo.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image preview" height="367" width="550"></span></p> <ul> <li><b>Costa Mesa, CA:</b> <a href="http://www.southcoastplaza.com/" target="_blank">Summer Food &amp; Wine Festival</a> — June 19</li> <li><b>Cincinnati, OH:</b> <a href="http://www.beertown.org/events/hbc/" target="_blank">National Homebrewers Conference</a> — June 19-21</li> <li><b>Brooklyn Park, MN</b>: <a href="http://www.brooklynpark.org/sitepages/pid91.php" target="_blank">Tater Days</a> — June 19-22</li> <li><b>Fort Wayne, IN:</b> <a href="http://www.bbqribfest.com/" target="_blank">BBQ Ribfest</a> — June 19-22</li> <li><b>Wisconsin Rapids, WI:</b> <a href="http://www.blossomfest.com/" target="_blank">Cranberry Blossom Festival</a> — June 19-22</li> <li><b>Norfolk, VA:</b> <a href="http://festeventsva.org/events.php?event=102" target="_blank">Bayou Boogaloo and Cajun Food Festival</a> — June 19-22</li> <li><b>Burgaw, NC:</b> <a href="http://www.ncblueberryfestival.com/" target="_blank">North Carolina Blueberry Festival</a> — June 20-21</li> <li><b>Glenwood Springs, CO:</b> <a href="http://www.strawberrydaysfestival.com/" target="_blank">Strawberry Days</a> — June 20-22</li> <li><b>Clayton, NY:</b> <a href="http://www.nysfoodwinefestival.com/" target="_blank">Great New York State Food and Wine Festival</a> — June 20-22</li> <li><b>Champaign, IL:</b> <a href="http://www.champaignparkdistrict.com/events/taste/index.html" target="_blank">Taste of Champaign-Urbana</a> — June 20-22</li> <li><b>Long Grove, IL:</b> <a href="http://www.longgroveonline.com/strawberry.html" target="_blank">Long Grove Strawberry Festival</a> — June 20-22</li> <li><b>Clanton, AL :</b> <a href="http://www.chiltoncountychamber.com/chamber.html" target="_blank">Chilton County Peach Festival</a> — June 20-28</li> <li><b>Washington, DC:</b> <a href="http://www.bbqdc.com/" target="_blank">Safeway 16th Annual National Capital Barbecue Battle</a> — June 21-22</li> </ul> <p>More local food events, so </p> <p><a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/1722405">read more</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/1722405#comment barbecue beer events festivals noteworthy nibbles strawberries the bar show Thu, 19 Jun 2008 14:00:07 -0700 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1722405 http://www.yumsugar.com/1718316 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/17470/25_2008/Picture%201.png" alt="" title="" class="image preview outline right" width="337"></span>There is no other beer as quintessentially American as <a href="http://www.budweiser.com/" target="_blank">Budweiser</a>. With its red, white, and blue label, the beer is known around the world as <i>the</i> American brew. But, how would you feel if the "great American lager" was no longer owned by an American company? </p> <p>Big time Belgian brewer <a href="http://www.inbev.com" target="_blank">InBev</a>, which makes Stella, Becks, and many other brews, has offered to buy <a href="http://www.anheuser-busch.com/" target="_blank">Anheuser-Busch</a>'s beer. Both Americans and Belgians are outraged by the possible takeover. Americans — who are putting up a fight at <a href="http://savebudweiser.com/" target="_blank">savebudweiser.com</a> — don't want to lose the national symbol, and the Belgians don't want to be associated with it. </p> <p>Considering that I prefer Stella to Bud, I'm not affected by the possible merger. How about you? Will you be upset if a Belgian company buys America's favorite beer? </p> <p><a href="http://www.budweiser.com/" target="_blank">Source</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/1718316#comment Anheuser-Busch beer Belgian Budweiser inbev news Wed, 18 Jun 2008 07:45:36 -0700 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1718316 http://www.yumsugar.com/1682360 <!-- no strip poll --><div id="epoll-view-1682360"></div><script type="text/javascript">new Ajax.Request('/epoll/view/1682360',{method:'get',onSuccess:function(transport){var epoll=$('epoll-view-1682360');epoll.update(transport.responseText);}});</script><noscript><p><p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/17470/23_2008/425-08001B1.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image preview outline right" height="300" width="300"></span>Over the weekend, I found myself at a backyard barbecue that celebrated the <a href="http://www.unionstreetfestival.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Union Street Fair</a>. The highlight of the party was a raging Beer Pong tournament. Although I didn't play, I watched a couple of rounds of the rowdy drinking game. That's why I couldn't help but laugh when I came across this <a href="http://www.after5catalog.com/nice-rack-beer-pong-freezer-set-p-1439.html?cPath=108" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">beer pong freezer set</a>. The triangular plastic rack — that holds ten keg glasses — can be filled with water and placed in the freezer. The ice cold plastic will ensure that the beer stays cold. </p> <p>Am I the only one who thinks this is crazy hysterical? What do you think of it?</p> </p><!-- no strip poll --><form action="/1682360" method="post" id="epoll_view_voting"> <div><div class="poll"> <div class="vote-form"> <div class="choices"><div class="form-item"> <label>Beer Pong Ice Rack: Love It or Hate It?</label> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="0" class="form-radio" /> Love it</label> </div> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="1" class="form-radio" /> Hate it</label> </div> <div class="form-item"> <label class="option"><input type="radio" name="edit[choice]" value="2" class="form-radio" /> Undecided</label> </div> </div> </div><input type="hidden" name="edit[nid]" id="edit-nid" value="1682360" /> <input type="submit" name="op" value="Vote" class="form-submit" /> </div><input type="hidden" name="edit[form_id]" id="edit-form_id" value="epoll_view_voting" /> </div> </div></form> <!-- no strip poll --></noscript><!-- no strip poll --> http://www.yumsugar.com/1682360#comment beer beer pong Beer Pong Ice Rack drinking games Love It or Hate It poll Tue, 03 Jun 2008 05:30:08 -0700 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1682360 http://www.yumsugar.com/1662351 <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/17470/22_2008/tag4.JPG" alt="" title="" class="image preview outline right" width="250"></span> <ul> <li>Epicurious has a <a href="http://www.epicurious.com/articlesguides/blogs/editor/2008/05/epicuriouss-new.html" target="_blank">new map</a> that will help you know which ingredients are in season at your local farmers markets. — <b>The Epi-Log</b></li> <li>When did the <a href="http://www.chow.com/grinder/5586" target="_blank">world of coffee get so slutty</a>?— <b>Chow</b></li> <li>Speaking of coffee, check out this hysterical <a href="http://www.holytaco.com/2008/05/21/8-types-of-annoying-people-youll-find-inside-starbucks/" target="_blank">list of the eight most annoying types of people you'll find in Starbucks</a>. I'm totally number six! — <b>Holy Taco</b></li> <li><a href="http://www.hostessblog.com/2008/05/girls-night-2/" target="_blank">Hot pink, zebra prints, and shiny disco balls</a> make a fabulous look for a bachelorette party. — <b>Hostess with the Mostess</b></li> <li>Purchase hard to find <a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/asian/web-resource-import-food-online-thai-produce-and-thai-pantry-items-051362" target="_blank">Thai produce and pantry items</a> online.— <b>The Kitchn</b></li> <li>Learn <a href="http://www.slashfood.com/2008/05/23/some-tips-on-proper-beer-storage/" target="_blank">how to properly store beer</a>. — <b>SlashFood</b></li> <li>What signs do you look for when <a href="http://simplystated.realsimple.com/food/2008/05/how-to-pick-a-g.html" target="_blank">choosing a restaurant</a>? — <b>Simply Stated</b> <li>Fake a four-star restaurant dessert with this recipe for <a href="http://chefsgonewild.blogspot.com/2008/05/how-to-fake-4-star-restaurant-dessert.html" target="_blank">passion fruit souffle</a>. — <b>Chefs Gone Wild</b></li> </ul> <p><a href="http://chefsgonewild.blogspot.com/2008/05/how-to-fake-4-star-restaurant-dessert.html" target="_blank">Source</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/1662351#comment beer coffee in season link time Passion Fruit Souffles Seasonal Maps sexism Starbucks thai the look yummy links Tue, 27 May 2008 09:00:01 -0700 partysugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1662351 http://www.yumsugar.com/1657646 <p>"Would you like to see the beer list?" may sound like a silly question, until you realize how serious some restaurants are taking their beer selections these days. I recently had dinner at a restaurant in San Francisco called <a href="http://www.monkskettle.com/" target="_blank">The Monk's Kettle</a>, which actually suggests beer pairings alongside its entrees. Good thing, too, since the intimidating beer menu features more than 100 brews. </p> <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/0/6066/21_2008/AA023708.preview.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image preview" height="363" width="550"></span></p> <p>The whole experience really made me appreciate the rich variety of beer and how the different flavors complement certain foods — something I usually only think about with wine. Extensive beer lists, and the pairing of those beers with food, are definitely growing trends in restaurants, so to hear more about it, </p> <p><a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/1657646">read more</a></p> http://www.yumsugar.com/1657646#comment beer beer lists drinks eating out restaurants trend alert wine Mon, 26 May 2008 12:30:45 -0700 YumSugar http://www.yumsugar.com/1657646 http://www.yumsugar.com/1611758 <p>Looking for something to do this weekend? The spring food-festival season is still in full swing, so grab mom and treat her to a fun <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/tags/mother's+day" >Mother's Day</a> weekend event. From wine to bbq, there's bound to be something to enjoy. And if there's nothing in your neck of the woods, grab picnic basket, a bottle of wine and a blanket, and create your own outing!</p> <p>If something is missing from this list, let us all know about it in the comments below!</p> <p><span class="inline left"><img src="http://images.teamsugar.com/files/upl1/1/15259/19_2008/stlouisbrew.jpg" alt="" title="" class="image preview outline right" width="221"></span> <ul> <li><b>Charlotte, NC:</b> <a href="http://charlottewineandfood.com/wine.html" target="_blank">Charlotte Wine &amp; Food Weekend</a> — May 7-10</li> <li><b>St. Louis, MO:</b> <a href="http://www.stlbrewfest.com/" target="_blank">Saint Louis Brewers Heritage Festival</a> — May 8-10</li> <li><b>Owensboro, KY:</b> <a href="http://www.bbqfest.com/news#3" target="_blank">International BBQ Festival</a> — May 9-10</li> <li><b>Breezy Point, MN:</b> <a href="http://www.mngovernorsopener.com/" target="_blank">Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener</a> — May 9-11</li> <li><b>Addison, TX:</b> <a href="http://www.addisontexas.net/events/tasteaddison/default.asp" target="_blank">Taste Addison</a> — May 9-11</li> <li><b>Norfolk, VA:</b> <a href="http://www.festeventsva.org/events.php?event=96" target="_blank">Spring Town Point Virginia Wine Festival</a> — May 10</li> <li><b>Charlotte, NC:</b> <a href="http://www.carolinabrewmasters.com/USOpen.html" target="_blank">US Open Annual