Monday, July 21, 2008

food pairing

As you know I stop in from time to time to have a "flatbread" at the
hearth of the american flatbread co. but really it's to sit at the bar of
theirs also known as zero gravity although I have no idea what that really
might mean (going to find out).

The saison recently was very food friendly with the citrusy crisp finish and
the cool up front fruity biscuity feeling, yet subtle Belgian farmhouse familiarity.

The real piece de resistance however, was the North Coast Old Rasputin!
Rich, strong, complex, flavorfull and really something to take your time to enjoy.

kudos as always to Paul.

Thank You.

Friday, May 2, 2008

Ah!Tanum

BurlingtonHearth:

Golden Hazed Key West palm trees reflecting on the citrusy
Yakimessence filling my head from this hop filled pillow.

This essentially succulent elixir is nicely balanced. A tropical delight.
Chiffon Heady-Lemony lace. Fresh baked Ahtanum Pie.


The Herbaceous melody playing in my mouth is the finale of
the complex masterpiece of their Ahtanum Wheat IPA.
Truly a mouthful.

Get it while you can! Don't forget to make some more, the Yakima Valley Hops
maybe will be matched by some of our local production.
What will Vermont Hops taste like? Leave it to Zero Gravity to let us know in the
near future.

Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Vermont Waterfront Brewfest

It was a great day for sampling IPA's and the best food by far was the American Flatbread.
Cooked in a wood fired oven right before your very eyes from locally sourced ingredients.
Try it with your favorite sample.

The afternoon is crazy-fun enough, and you can still breathe in between sampling destinations.
The evening session started with a beautiful clear sunset, long line, so enjoy
the view as you wait.

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Vermont Waterfront Brewfest


Super Session -- most of the top craft brewers from the Green Mountain
State serving up their succulent specials.

Brewers from all over the New England area were there to sate even the most prodigious palate.

I had the opportunity to photograph a number of my favorite purveyors and taste the
goodies as I went around.