They say a picture’s worth a thousand words. (Judging by how much photographers get paid compared to writers that would seem a pretty accurate statement..ha!) Earlier this month, I foretold of the … [Read more...] about Early Look: Iron Fist Barrio Logan
Beer Events
Urge’s over-the-top anniversary festivities
Each year over the past half-decade, Urge Gastropub (16761 Bernardo Center Drive, Rancho Bernardo) co-owner Grant Tondro has made a point to try and top himself when it comes to his beer-centric … [Read more...] about Urge’s over-the-top anniversary festivities
July Events Sampler Flight
July is a time to celebrate our independence, but the fun times shouldn’t be relegated to the first weekend of the month. Especially not in San Diego County where dozens of top-notch local beer events … [Read more...] about July Events Sampler Flight
Alpine opens The Home of Pure Hoppiness
It’s possible the far-flung town of Alpine has never had an eatery that qualifies as a “destination restaurant,” but that’s about to change with the arrival of the new Alpine Beer Company Pub (1347 … [Read more...] about Alpine opens The Home of Pure Hoppiness
Beer of the Week: Green Flash Passion Fruit Kicker IPA
From the Beer Writer: When volunteering to brew a beer for my Beer to the Rescue campaign, Green Flash Brewing Company Brewmaster Chuck Silva and Director of Beer Education Dave Adams couldn’t have … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Green Flash Passion Fruit Kicker IPA
Introducing the #convoyflight
For a long time, there was exactly one establishment holding down the craft beer fort in Kearny Mesa, O’Brien’s Pub. Founded by original owner Jim O’Brien in 1995 and later sold to former World Beer … [Read more...] about Introducing the #convoyflight
Beers, cans and a promotion for Pizza Port
Time flies when you’re brewing beer. Pizza Port’s Bressi Ranch bar, restaurant, and extensive brewing and packaging operation (2730 Gateway Road, Carlsbad) will celebrate its second year in business … [Read more...] about Beers, cans and a promotion for Pizza Port
The Summer Solstice Ale Trail Returns
One of the reasons San Diego grew into such a renowned epicenter for brewing is the fact that its ale and lager producers banded together early, helping to rise the proverbial tide for the entire … [Read more...] about The Summer Solstice Ale Trail Returns
Beer Touring: Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Festival
In San Diego, there are more than 100 operating brewhouses putting out hundreds of award-winning beers, and each month features a plethora of quality beer fests. Given this, what would make San Diego … [Read more...] about Beer Touring: Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Festival
June Event Sampler Flight
June brings with it the sunny season. Summer. When the climate’s just right for days spent sipping suds. The beer scene kicks into high gear with festivals and other outdoor imbibing events taking … [Read more...] about June Event Sampler Flight