Gardens of Earthly Delights
Spring means it's time to indulge in two great German
pleasures: good beer and the out-of-doors. There's no better
place to do so than in a Munich beer garden. May
2002
At
the Drop of a Hat
A lost hat, followed by a spell of nasty weather, provided
the Beer Traveller with the perfect excuse to go on a
Honolulu brewpub crawl. April 2002
Traveller's Advisory: Silly Beer Laws
Beer Travelers face silly restrictions on what beer they can
buy, and where and when they can buy it. The culprit:
Antiquated laws and the lingering spirit of Prohibition.
March 2002
My Top Ten Beer Cities: Part Two
The Beer Traveller continues his virtual tour of the world's
top beer cities with a visit to the five best--and winds it
up with a challenge to you, the reader. February
2002
My Top Ten Beer Cities: Part One
The dead of winter is a perfect time to think about Beer
Travelling. To get you in the mood to hit the road and take
to the skies, I've decided to share with you my list of the
world's 10 best beer cities. January 2002
Cerveza y Tapas
The tapeo, Spain's version of a pub crawl, is a
moveable feast of food, drink, and friendship. Nowadays, many
people make crisp Spanish Pilsner a part of this joyous
evening ritual. December 2001
Beer in Wine Country
Napa and Sonoma Counties are known the world over for wine,
but they have a lot to offer beer lovers as well. Let's
explore the underrated beer scene in California's Wine
Country. November 2001
American Beer: We've Come a Long Way
Notes from a 1993 beer trip to California reveal how much
American beer has improved. They're also a reminder that we
have a lot more in common than we think. October
2001
Oktoberfest...In Your Home Town
Can't make it to Munich this year? Communities all over North
America offer home-grown Oktoberfests which combine Bavarian
tradition with fun for all nationalities, ages, and tastes.
September 2001
Denver:
A Major League Beer Town
In the Nineties, Denver got a major league franchise and,
with the help of energetic brewers, renovated a faded
downtown neighborhood. The result? One of America's best beer
destinations. August 2001
Montreal:
Très Magnifique!
Montreal, always a great place to drink, has gained fame for
the quality of the beer poured in its bars. Some of North
America's most creative brewmasters practice their craft
here. July 2001
Festival Survival Tips
Attending a beer festival this summer? A bit of planning will
make your day more rewarding. Here are some tips from beer
writers and those who work behind the scenes. July
2001
Toronto's
Magic Summer Evenings
Summer in Toronto is short but enchanting; it lures residents
and visitors alike to the city's outdoor cafes and
restaurants. It's the perfect atmosphere for an elegant pub
crawl. June 2001
Beer Off the Beaten Path
After rummaging through a pile of notes--and fond memories of
journeys past--the Beer Traveller serves up a six-pack of
unusual drinking venues. June 2001
Where I Drink Locally
Ann Arbor, Michigan, my home for 25 years, offers everything
from world-class performing arts to football's Michigan
Wolverines. It brews some really good beer, too. May
2001
A
Pilgrimage to Salzburg
Four centuries of craft brewing tradition go into the beer
served at the Augustiner Bräu beer hall in Salzburg, Austria.
The monks' handiwork draws pilgrims from far and wide. May
2001
The Changing Face of London's Pubs
How do London pubs survive these changing times? By
preserving what made the pub a British institution in the
first place: friendly surroundings and great beer. April
2001
The Best of Both Worlds
Fort Collins, Colorado, a college town an hour's drive north
of Denver, is home to three family-owned breweries that
combine American entrepreneurial spirit and Old World
tradition. April 2001
Play
Ball!
Spring has returned and, with it, baseball. Is there anything
that goes better with a ballgame than a tall, frosty beer?
Here's a guide to finding good beer at--and around--major
league parks. April 2001
Make This the Year of the Beer Festival
Can't spare the time or money for a beer tour? A festival is
a great alternative. It's an opportunity to try new beers,
meet the brewers, and make friends with fellow beer lovers.
March 2001
Munich's Strong Beer Festival
Every March, Munich celebrates Starkbierzeit, a
mini-Oktoberfest without the hordes of tourists. It features
traditional Bavarian entertainment, along with some of the
world's most powerful beer. March 2001
A
Mother Lode of Beer in Anchorage
Alaska's brewers are living proof that the pioneering spirit
hasn't died. In a few short years, they've catapulted their
state into the top tier of American brewing. February
2001
The
Winter's Tale: Barleywine in Alaska
Barleywine, a complex and powerful beverage, is made for
sipping on cold winter nights. Which is why Anchorage,
Alaska, is the perfect locale for a barleywine festival.
February 2001
World Class Beer at Cold War Prices
Westernization has meant radical changes for Prague. But you
can still drink flavorful Czech Pilsner in atmospheric old
beer halls at prices you haven't seen in years. January
2001
Brussels: A "Grand Place" for Beer
Visiting Brussels? A perfect indroduction to Belgian beer
awaits. You'll enjoy distinctive styles of beer in
traditional surroundings, just blocks from the city's
historic Grand' Place. January 2001
The
Soul of Modern America's First Micro
New Albion Brewing Company, often called America's first
post-Prohibition microbrewery, closed its doors in 1982. But
its soul lives on in the wonderfully-named town of Hopland,
California. December 2000
Airport Beer Gets an Upgrade
Do your plans include air travel? If so, you can become a
Beer Traveller...with a bit of luck. More and more airports
are serving good local beer. Here are some leads on where to
find it. December 2000
The
Smoke Beer of Bamberg, Germany
For centuries, breweries in the charming city of Bamberg have
been turning out Rauchbier, a lager with a distinctive
smoky taste. Do you know what it has in common with Scotch
whisky? November 2000
Getting to Know Britain's Real Ale
Cask-conditioned ale is a British tradition that beer lovers
saved from extinction. "Real Ale" has started to gain a
following in North America, but you really should enjoy it in
the land where it was born. November 2000
A
Beer Revolution in British Columbia
Victoria, British Columbia, is where Canada's Real Ale
revolution started. You can enjoy craft beers there in a
traditional British pub setting or a lively industrial-style
club. October 2000
A Seattle Neighborhood Beer Tour
The Beer Traveller gets a handle on Seattle alehouses, and
enjoys some fresh locally-brewed beer, in the Emerald City's
most offbeat neighborhood. October 2000
Beervana!
Portland, Oregon
Portland, Oregon, has more brewpubs per capita than other
city. The Beer Traveller visits some of the best, and
describes what's on tap there. October 2000
What's
Brewing on Hawaii's "Big Island"?
The Big Island is paradise for beer lovers, too. Take a
virtual tour of the island's two breweries, and discover why
their beer is a perfect match for Hawaii's diverse cuisine.
September 2000
Europe's
Second Most Famous Beer Hall
History and mass tourism come together at U Fleku, a
500-year-old beer hall in downtown Prague. Find out what
makes this venerable establishment so popular. September
2000
Düsseldorf's
Altbier: Old Style German Ale
Düsseldorf, Germany, is famous for a malty, copper-colored
ale known as altbier. Learn more about this unique
style of beer, and find out how and where you can enjoy it.
August 2000
Hopping Along Ontario's Ale Trail: Day Two
The Beer Traveller spends his second day along Ontario's Ale
Trail in Guelph, where he visits craft breweries old and new
and learns a bit of beer trivia. August
2000
Hopping Along Ontario's Ale Trail: Day One
Ontario's Ale Trail is a monthly open house sponsored by six
of the province's craft breweries. Here's the Beer
Traveller's report on a pleasant Saturday afternoon of beer
tasting. July 2000