Tag Archives: beer

Welcoming Spring Our Way

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Christine

I find the older I get, the more I appreciate warm weather.  Even though it would seem at times that spring is trying to kill me from the inside out, I am excited to see the temperatures climbing and green … Continue reading →

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Chili With a Bang

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Christine

I know the definition of chili is a matter of hot debate among regions in the U.S., but I am of the opinion that chili needs both meat and beans.  And I don’t like watery chili with big chunks of tomato, … Continue reading →

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Beer Braised Pork Tenderloin

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Christine

I always watch Paula Deen cooking up her ridiculously rich recipes and wonder how she doesn’t weigh 600 pounds.  I mean, seriously, all of her recipes start with a “pound of butter, y’all…”  Don’t get me wrong, I think that sounds … Continue reading →

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Wishing Away the Seasons in the Name of Beer

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Christine

It seems like stores put holiday stuff out earlier and earlier each year.  It used to be that logic only applied to Christmas, but now you can buy Valentine’s in January and Easter candy in February.  You can pick up … Continue reading →

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Sundays in the South

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Christine

Sundays in my world have always been special.  In my younger days, my entire family would gather at my Grandparents’ house for some good food and a day of family time.  As we all got older and our lives got … Continue reading →

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Oktoberfest in Helen, Georgia

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Christine

Have you ever felt the need to drink beer from a ridiculously large mug?  Or to do the chicken dance with 150 of your closest friends?  Or maybe you’ve always wanted to wear lederhosen.  It’s alright, you can admit it.  … Continue reading →

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