I am sure that most of you, if you’re like me, have been getting your fill of seasonal pumpkin and winter beers over the last few weeks. But lest we forget, there are some fine fresh hop ales still lingering around. One of the better ones I have come across is the Cowiche Canyon Organic Fresh Hop Ale from Fremont Brewing. more ›

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 ›

Lately a strange phenomenon has been taking place, in which a big, bright ball of light has begun to peek through the clouds. I believe they used to call it, the SUN, and the time of year when it comes out was called “Summer”. Ok, jokes aside, summer is coming soon, though it hardly seems like it given the cool, overcast days that have been prevailing this spring. In the spirit of looking forward to a positive future, I wanted to take a look at some of the summer seasonals that are being introduced for your cook out and beach going enjoyment. more ›

If you have been in Seattle for any length of time, you have surely seen the “Waiting for the Interurban” sculpture on 34th Avenue in Fremont. This cast aluminum piece, done in 1979 by artist Richard Beyer, depicts a row of people (and a dog) waiting for the Interurban bus. The sculpture is most famous for it being the frequent target of so called “art attacks” in which people will dress the statues in costumes of various types. Sometimes, the costumes are so well done that it may be difficult for a newcomer to even recognize them as being statues. This sculpture provides the namesake for Fremont Brewing’s Interurban IPA. more ›

It's the first day of the new year, which means hangovers, aching stomachs, and determination to make the throbbing skull stop. Here are some craft options to make the accountants in your head stop typing. 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 ›

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 ›

Hanukkah starts at sundown tonight. For those of you without a history book or rabbi, that means 8 days of celebrating when the lights almost went out. During this time fellow Jews (and a few gentiles) get together partaking of latkas or livot (potato pancakes), gefilte fish, beef brisket, soofganiot (doughnuts), and various fried foods. However, it's not all about the oil, as some people have also taken to salads with oil and vinegar or dairy. In our first installment, we focus in traditional order, starting with starch and beef. more ›