I'm re-reading Neil Gaiman's Sandman comic series, and one of the cooler concepts he came up with is the Library of Dreams, containing all the books that were dreamed of but never written. Along that theme, this is an awesome album cover for an album that doesn't exist, by my friends The Dentones. (I'd link you to their website, but some asshole has apparently hacked it and messed it up.)
Please take my poll (see right-hand column) on which Shiner anniversary beer you liked best. And leave comments below if you want to elaborate. (Illustration from Wikipedia.)
IMPORTANT UPDATE (Sent in by the Alamo Drafthouse Lake Creek; not sure what this means for the Flying Saucer tasting):
the alamo lake creek event tonight has been postponed due to the injury of Owner/Head Brewer (and host of the event) Rob Tod. While delivering a keg in Boston Rob took a nasty spill and broke his hand. It's important to know that this accident was only alcohol related in the sense that Rob was delivering a keg. Fortunately, we are still lucky enough to have Mr. Tod out for a tasting, we just need to wait roughly 6 weeks for him to recuperate. I apologize for the inconvenience. We will be refunding tickets within the next few days and everyone who purchased tickets in advance will be the first to know when this is rescheduled. We wish Rob a quick recovery.
Allagash is a mighty fine brewery in Portland, Maine ("the other Portland") specializing in Belgian-style ales. I guess they're trying to raise their profile here in Texas, because on Feb. 2, they're having not one but two tastings here — accompanied by some fine-sounding food, to boot.
Tasting Numero Uno:
The Alamo Drafthouse Lake Creek is proud to present our latest beer tasting event. Join us on Monday February 2nd, 5pm, as we take a stroll through Allagash’s righteous catalogue of beer. The event will feature a selection of Allagash brews paired with assorted appetizers and set against a backdrop of amusing old-school beer commercials. In addition to this, we will have a secret special guest speaker from Portland, Maine who knows “everything there is to know about Allagash beer and their brewery.” Tickets are now available via www.drafthouse.com. The cost is $40 and includes admission, beer and appetizer pairings. The Alamo Drafthouse Lake Creek is located at 13729 Research Blvd in Austin Texas.
Beers and food featured will include:
White- served w/ Green chili crab corn fritter
Dubbel- served w/ Mushroom cap stuffed with mozzarella, pepperoni, and bread crumbs
Tripel- served w/ Stilton and tripel pate a choux stuffed with beef tenderloin and balsamic reduction
Curieux- served w/ Jim Beam post oak smoked pork ribs
Odyssey- served w/ Almond milk ice cream
Musette- served w/ Bitter chocolate banana bread pudding
Tasting Numero Dos:
The Flying Saucer Draught Emporium will present a beer tasting featuring Portland, Maine-based Allagash Brewing Company on Monday, Feb. 2 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at its location at 815 W. 47th St.
The event will be hosted by brewery president and founder Rob Tod and will pair five of Allagash’s beers with small plates. Featured beers will include classic Allagash brews the White and the Tripel, as well as the barrel-aged Curieux, Odyssey and Musette.
Tickets are available at The Flying Saucer and are $40 for the general public and $35 for U.F.O. Club members. Space is limited, so purchasing tickets in advance is recommended.
Aw, too bad I have to work this afternoon — Black Star Co-op's monthly beer social is at 3pm today. I hope they have some not-too-cold winter stouts available for those of you who do go, because it's outdoors and the high isn't expected to get above 50 today. Their announcement:
Black Star Co-op
REMINDER
January Beer Social
Saturday, January 24th
3-6 PM at 1106 E 11th St
Please join us on Saturday, January 24th from 3-6 PM for the first Beer Social of 2009.
Although we're moving it up a few hours into the afternoon, the core of the event remains the same: good people, good times, good music by Joanna Barbera, and great beer. And, once again, we’ll be co-producing the event with DiverseArts in their venue, Kenny Dorham’s Backyard.
As usual we’ll have pint glasses available for $5 and t-shirts and baseball caps for $15.
Of course, we continue to hold these events to grow our membership, now more than 900 strong! Please become a member-owner at the Beer Social, and if you cannot make it out on Saturday afternoon, you can always join on our website.
See you on Saturday!
Hey kids, you might remember a while back I mentioned that new bar in the West Campus area named Drungo's. I still haven't been there yet, even though it sounds mighty enticing. Well, I might make Jan. 30 my shot: My employer, The Austin Chronicle, is hosting a happy hour there – and your first drink is courtesy of the Chron. (Facebook invitation here.) Sounds good to me.
Dig it: My review of Hyde Park Market got published in the Chronicle today. Read and enjoy.
(Photo is by John Anderson; do not republish without his permission)
I'm re-reading Neil Gaiman's Sandman comic series, and one of the cooler concepts he came up with is the Library of Dreams, containing all the books that were dreamed of but never written. Along that theme, this is an awesome album cover for an album that doesn't exist, by my friends The Dentones. (I'd link you to their website, but some asshole has apparently hacked it and messed it up.)
Please take my poll (see right-hand column) on which Shiner anniversary beer you liked best. And leave comments below if you want to elaborate. (Illustration from Wikipedia.)
Aw, too bad I have to work this afternoon — Black Star Co-op's monthly beer social is at 3pm today. I hope they have some not-too-cold winter stouts available for those of you who do go, because it's outdoors and the high isn't expected to get above 50 today. Their announcement:
Hey kids, you might remember a while back I mentioned that new bar in the West Campus area named Drungo's. I still haven't been there yet, even though it sounds mighty enticing. Well, I might make Jan. 30 my shot: My employer, The Austin Chronicle, is hosting a happy hour there – and your first drink is courtesy of the Chron. (Facebook invitation here.) Sounds good to me.
Dig it: My review of Hyde Park Market got published in the Chronicle today. Read and enjoy.
Apparently I'm not the only one who will be drinking today.
