Yes, I know, it's been quite a while. But I have managed to get out every now and then, so I thought I'd catch y'all up on some of my recent beer travels. BUT FIRST, MALT “Beer is agriculture!” So shouts Admiral Maltings’ Ron Silberstein during a tour of the malt house during the 2nd Annual “It’s the Malt!” festival, held recently at Admiral’s Alameda … [Read more...] about Hoppin’ Around
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East Bay Beer Week ’23
Okay, so technically it IS SF Beer Week, but since I’m an East Bay native (from wayback when the 510 was still the 415 and the phones had dials on them and were mounted on walls), here are some highlights from the "other" side of the Bay Bridge. For details on all of these events and the most up-to-date list, check out sfbeerweek.org. FRIDAY 2/10 East Bay Beer Week … [Read more...] about East Bay Beer Week ’23
SF Beer Week Showcases Creativity, Cooperation, and Community
SAN FRANCISCO: SF Beer Week is poised to sweep through the greater Bay Area from February 10-19. Local breweries, beer specialty bars and other convivial gathering places from Santa Rosa to Monterey and east to the Livermore valley will host the beer community for the region’s biggest craft beer celebration and annual reunion. For 10 days, enthusiasts, brewers … [Read more...] about SF Beer Week Showcases Creativity, Cooperation, and Community
SFBW ’19 — A Week in 3 Acts
The monstrous production that is San Francisco Beer Week has concluded, with more than 900 events staged throughout the far reaches of the greater Bay Area. My week this year wound up resembling a three-act play — a massive opening, an entertaining and educational middle, and a gratifying end. Every big production needs an opening to match. And so, the curtain … [Read more...] about SFBW ’19 — A Week in 3 Acts
SF Beer Week ’19 — My Dream Itinerary
As much as I love Beer Week, I only wind up attending maybe a few of the 900 or so events each year. Cuz, you know, I have a job. Believe it or not, this blog doesn’t pay any bills. Or provide benefits. But let’s just assume for the sake of argument (and this post) I have all 10 days free, and room on my credit card for all the Lyft rides. Which events would I … [Read more...] about SF Beer Week ’19 — My Dream Itinerary