Something amazing happened in Wisconsin: there is a craft beer that is available absolutely everywhere. Spotted Cow, the flagship product of New Glarus Brewing Company, is as universally available as any beer from multinational corporations. It is a crisp refreshing beer, simple enough for the gulper of yellow fizzy stuff and flavorful enough for any craft […]
Cheese curds are a Wisconsin delicacy. When making cheddar, the curds are repeatedly cut, stacked, pressed and recut. When curds are the final products, rather than forming blocks or wheels, the cheese is cut into bitesize pieces and tossed with salt. Many people clamor to obtain cheese curds that have never been refrigerated to enjoy the […]
This light, protein rich salad transforms Spotted Cow into something closer to a Munich Helles, but with obvious apple esters. It is amazing just how rich the beer seems as a result of this pairing. Now, if you are ready to blow past this recipe because you have realized bean flower is a form of tofu, […]
Like Spotted Cow, these dumplings are complexly subtle affair. A light brininess provides a back drop for the sweetness of scallops and carrot, all cut by a bit of ginger and pepper. Pairing these with a higher impact beer would just drown them out. Pairing a less eatery beer would cause the brininess to overwhelm […]
The simples things can be just as satisfying as the most elaborate pastries. Here, rather than fussing with making a pastry to hold cooked fruit, the brewer has done the work for you! Lightly seasoned and warmed fruit paired with grainy beer creates the overall impression of eating a rustic pear tart. Simply amazing for […]