“Drinking is an emotional thing. It joggles you out of the standardism of everyday life, out of everything being the same.” – Charles Bukowski I hadn’t been to a beer festival in many years, unless you count the poorly-organized Taipei beer festival that was crammed into a small outdoor space and attracted thousands, making it […]
Drinking Local at the Jersey City Brew Fest Read More »
A trip to Montreal would not be complete without a bit of bar hopping to sample Quebec’s craft beer. There’s plenty to drink along the way.
Craft Beer to Warm Up in Montreal Read More »
Travelers often want to go drinking with locals, but it isn’t always easy. You have to understand the local drinking culture and have an idea of where to go.
On Drinking with Locals Read More »
Xocoveza is Stone Brewing’s take on Mexican hot chocolate in beer form. It’s a smooth and wonderful blend of chocolate, coffee, and winter spices.
Booze Review: Stone Xocoveza Read More »
Enjoying the food and beer that Vancouver has to offer during a 21-hour layover. All local brews and some amazing tapas, plus poutine.
Bites & Brews in Vancouver Read More »
Discovering new craft beer in Saigon, Vietnam, at Pasteur Street Brewing and East West Brewing in District 1.
Sampling Craft Beer in Saigon Read More »
While I’ve enjoyed sampling the local craft beer in Taipei, there’s also been an increase the number and variety of imported craft beer in Taiwan.
Joys of Imported Beer in Taipei Read More »
I love coffee. And there’s nothing better than combining coffee and travel–it’s the fuel that keeps the adventures going.
The Wonders of Coffee and Travel Read More »
There isn’t a lot of drinking excitement in Laos between Vientiane and Luang Prabang, but there’s enough to enjoy for a bit.
Drinking It Up in Laos Read More »
Over the time I’ve spent in Taiwan, the craft beer scene has changed. It has grown from a struggle to find good beer to an abundance of Taiwan craft beer.
Taiwan Craft Beer Update Read More »
Enjoying a sampling of Georges Rhum Arrangé–rum infused with local flavors–on my last night in Siem Reap.
Tasting Georges Rhum in Siem Reap Read More »
Sampling a ridiculously expensive Singapore Sling at Hemingway and Conrad’s old watering hole, the Long Bar at the Raffles Hotel in Singapore.
Drinking a Singapore Sling at Its Birthplace Read More »
Last time I was in Taipei, I lamented the lack of local beer. When I returned, I was introduced to more local brews that I had either missed or that had finally become available in bars nearby.
Discovering New Beer in Taiwan Read More »
Enjoying classic cocktails at the KFC Route 25 bar in Shimokitazawa, Tokyo. No, really, there’s a KFC in Japan that has a full bar.
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Li Bai’s poetry sums up a sight in the park in Zhaoqing, China. A giant lone can of Pabst Blue Ribbon stands in a dry fountain.
Beer in a Chinese Park Read More »
