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Comment on Love for Beer & Toronto in Food & Wine by Ian Barr

Ian Barr — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 21:53:21 +0000

I couldn’t agree more. I’m a HUGE fan of Barchef. While the Manhatten is pricey, you have to try it at least once! Brassaii is right across the road from my office. I’m loving the new layout, look and feel. Very impressive.

Comment on Love for Beer & Toronto in Food & Wine by stephen_b

stephen_b — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 12:24:32 +0000

I know that and you know that, Greg, but people still obsess over numbers and number 3 is a pretty good one for that.

Frankly, I’m more excited that Barchef is finally winning some deserved recognition. And here’s a scoop: Frankie has done the cocktail list for the bar at the new Thompson Hotel on Bathurst, which opens later this spring, apparently. Three legitimate cocktail destinations — including the revamped Brassaii on King Street — within walking distance of my place! Now THAT’S reason to celebrate.

Comment on Love for Beer & Toronto in Food & Wine by Greg Clow

Greg Clow — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 03:51:19 +0000

Not to belittle Charlie’s (or any other winner), but I don’t believe the list is intended to be one where the numbers indicate rank. They seem to be grouped by category – the first few are all underground dining clubs, for example.

But hell, just making the list is pretty cool, regardless of the number! And having been lucky enough to attend TWO Charlie’s dinners, I agree that it’s well deserved.

Comment on This Is Something, Frankly, We Need to See More Often by Sean Inman

Sean Inman — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:36:33 +0000

I was hoping that my choice of topic for the April session would get people to talk about under publicized beers but it seems the, not unworthy, price and scarcity issue is really on the minds of beer geeks these days. And I hope the discussion keeps percolating.

I am totally in agreement on your parting statement, it is a win-win.

Comment on On Beer and Barbecue in Toronto by Sarah

Sarah — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 21:20:01 +0000

I had my first Sazerac Cocktail with a big bowl of Gumbo down in New Orleans – those were the days…

Got to say thanks for bringing back good memories!

Comment on On Beer and Barbecue in Toronto by Sabrina

Sabrina — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 23:28:08 +0000

I realize the focus is beer, but I laughed so hard about the “this is barbecue we’re talking about, not some damn veggie burger…”.

It’s always white bread with barbecue, ya big dummy!!! (that’s what you shouda’ said, lol)

Anyhoo…glad I found this site – I love it!

Thanks!
Sabrina

Comment on Beer Cruise! by Lucas

Lucas — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:18:42 +0000

If only I can convince my wife that it would be a great idea for a vacation!

Comment on Canadian 67 vs. Sleeman Bock by stephen_b

stephen_b — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 15:10:21 +0000

Low alcohol, yes. Low flavour, not so much. The Brits have been brewing milds and ordinary bitters for generations, many of which have strengths as low as the Molson 67, yet with great taste.

Agreed, Geoff, that low alcohol beers which don’t compromise on taste would be a great thing. Especially in areas where you pretty much have to drive if you want to get anywhere.

Comment on Canadian 67 vs. Sleeman Bock by Geofft

Geofft — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 21:29:36 +0000

I think the idea of a low alcohol beer is brilliant. With the recent changes to the licquor laws and driving, I think all breweries should start marketing beers with lower alcohol %’s. Don’t get me wrong, I know a thing or 2 about beers (read your first 2 books mr. beaumont, brewed my own, have drank beers from around the world for over 20 years) but like to enjoy a beer or two when out for company.

If Australia can make low alc. beers without compromising taste why can’t we? I’m sure MADD would love to promote this idea.

Comment on On Beer and Barbecue in Toronto by stephen_b

stephen_b — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 18:20:31 +0000

‘Nuff respect, Trev. I live just down the road, so I’ll be happy to give you another shot.

I probably should have made this more clear in my original post, but the issues I identified with respect to your place are hardly unique. Even in places that are supposed to be all about the beer, it’s an all too frequent occurance to find the same uninspired choices littering the bar.