What’s better than cheap beer? Beer swag! You might be saying to yourself, “Oh knowledgeable beer maven, where could I possibly be lucky enough to strike gold and find this ‘beer swag’ you speak of?” Well, listen closely kids, ‘cause I’m about to tell you of some delightful little gems (aka: Seattle Pubs) that have what’s called brewer's nights. Yes, folks, at fine establishments all over our fair city are such a novelty, and you too can be part of the secret world of brewer's nights at some of our favorite local haunts. more ›

Starting early afternoon at 1 p.m., you are invited to head down to drink Big Al beers, hang out with friends, and inhale Dante's Inferno Dogs, Full Tilt Ice Cream, while listening to Rat City Brass (from 6pm to 8pm). Or, or you can head down on Sunday the day after and enjoy Proletariat Pizza, MORE Full Tilt Ice Cream and listen to Casper Baby Pants (from 3pm to whenever). Get off your butt and get out there! more ›

Today, although half gone, is Christmas Eve, and if you are one of the several million out there, you suffer from last-minute shopping rage. It didn't have to come to this, but then again, who said the holidays were easy. If you are one of the lucky ones standing in a kitchen, you have no doubt a snack fetish taking hold. Here are some helpful tips on what should be in that glass while sucking down another ranch-drenched baby carrot. more ›

Long forgotten, craft beer with it’s over 125 different styles has been a staple at the dinner table for centuries. Today for those in the know it’s a wonderful accent to those potatoes, ham, poultry, or even peanut brittle. In an abbreviated sort of 'advent calendar' we offer the first in a series dedicated to your temporary bowl full of jelly more ›

As daytime slowly edges towards its temporary demise let's not forget its fast approaching day one of Chanukah. Already the thoughts beef brisket and latkes are in your mental gut and you’re ready for more. However, it's equally important to recognize what made eight days of light possible, oil. Tradition dictates that at some point during this celebration (after you put the latke down) you should head to the deep fryer. For now let's keep it simple with some gefilte fish and donuts, and maybe throw in a substitution here and there. more ›

In terms of food, Thanksgiving is all about the bird. Side dishes are nothing more than filler, but they still stand up by themselves when one uses the right "brew." This week, we continue looking at the theme of beer with a helping of thanks. more ›