Judo and Beer
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Judo and Beer

Judo and Beer Hello all. Judo and beer, two words that make any judoka and beer-lover smile. Being a student of judo, beer and life, I came across a message board while doing some research. On this message board, there was a discussion of working-out, judo and beer. “Bing” goes the bell in my head. I decided to … Continue reading

Beer: Harpoon UFO White
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Beer: Harpoon UFO White

Cheers all it’s Friday. Harpoon UFO White at MexiBBQ   Withbier light, crisp, hints of orange peel and spices (garnished with orange). Really refreshing! Finishes really nice on the palate.  A good wheat beer.  Give it a try. APPEARANCE 4/5  AROMA 8/10  PALATE 3/5  TASTE 7/10   OVERALL 22/30 Have a beer, it’s your to keep. As Always Workout, Drink be … Continue reading

Beer with a Hint of Tequila
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Beer with a Hint of Tequila

With the international sombrero wearing, tequila and beer drinking holiday, Cinco de Mayo just days away. I put together a list of “Cinco” beers (pun intended) inspired by the holiday. This list of Margarita or Tequila infused beer, that I have sampled over the years. This list is only a list for list making sake! It is, … Continue reading

Oktoberfest 2013 places to go in NYC
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Oktoberfest 2013 places to go in NYC

Another summer come and gone. I really had a good summer with the family and friends. Time to get back at it. Another Oktoberfest comes and goes. This year Oktoberfest 2013  began on Saturday, September 21 and ended on Sunday, October 6.  Once again we raise our glasses and give thanks for this beautiful period of the year … Continue reading

Hot Sauce Expo NYC 2013
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Hot Sauce Expo NYC 2013

This past weekend, I was fortunately able to attend the first annual NYC Hot Sauce Expo NYC 2013.  I attended the event as a team member as part of the ArrogantSwine team. What a great time.  The event featured a number of hot sauce vendors, hot bbq sauces and other spicy condiments.  Check out my view of the … Continue reading

Carolina Whole Hog at aPorkalypse
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Carolina Whole Hog at aPorkalypse

Question: Who doesn’t love the smell of smoke which is produced when the fat of the meat hits those hot coals and sizzles up, creating this plume of wonderous savory smoke…yum!  I do. Can you smell it?  Well I was fortunate to be part of this wonderful event and had my full smoke from the pit … Continue reading

ST. Parick Day Weekend, food, beer and smoke!
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ST. Parick Day Weekend, food, beer and smoke!

So this past St Patrick Day weekend was very busy, constructive, educational and entertaining! Busy as in going to the gym, working on the car, doing the choirs and general weekend stuff. Constructive in that I decided to cook dinner and a cake with the kids.  Educational in that, I learned that beer in stew and cake taste … Continue reading