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Stone IPA Dinner at The Foundry on Melrose

Photo courtesy of TheFoundryOnMelrose.com

On Wednesday September 7th, The Foundry on Melrose will be hosting a special "5 Beers Paired with 5-Courses" Dinner.

For $59 you can indulge in Chef Eric Greenspan's creations like Pork Belly & Mustard Spaezle paired with Duvel Hennepin Lessan, and Hanger Steak & Yogurt Gnocchi Masala with Arrogant Bastard Ale.

Dinner starts at 7pm and reservations are required, so make sure to reserve your spot.

The Washdown:

- Duvel Maredsous Abbaye Abdij (8% ABV) paired with Scallop Ceviche, Grapefruit, Horseradish & Celery Root

- Stone IPA (6.9% ABV) paired with Halibut, Cilantro Pesto, Pickled Red Onions, Hominy & Caramel Corn

- Duvel Hennepin Lessan (7.7% ABV) paired with Pork Belly, Mustard Spaeztle, Apples & Peppercorn Sauce

- Arrogant Bastard Ale (7.2% ABV) paired with Hanger Steak, Yogurt Gnocchi, Roast Peppers, Raisins & Masala

- Duvel Liefman's Cuvet Brut (6% ABV) paired with Sour Cherry Madeline, Dark Chocolate Ganache & Salted Creme Fraiche Pudding

7465 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036. 323-651-0915.

Top Secret Brew: Pliny the Elder

Despite Your Next Pint's January carb-sugar-yeast-free detox, the flow most go on. So I've invited back guest blogger Brew Mission to share with you one of his new favorite and Top Secret brews, Pliny the Elder:

    "Many people don't like beer and for good reason. Lots of beers are over carbonated, watered     down, and have poor or even no taste. And, unfortunately, the bad ones are sold everywhere.

    Thank hops for brewers like Russian River, who passionately pursue beer with quality ingredients,     rich flavors, and exclusive distribution rights."

The Washdown:

- heavy hops nose, smooth middle, mid-rich bitter finish, light fruit 'n pine hints, very drinkable Pliny the Elder Imperial IPA (Russian River Brewing Co. in Santa Rosa, CA) 8% ABV

    "Despite the awards and elusive availability, this beer lives up to the anticipation you may develop     before getting your hands on one. Ask your local beer supplier to 'check the back room' as these     labels tend to hide in less than obvious locations.

    This beer drinks easily without compromising flavor. The look, aroma, taste, and carbonation all     come together effortlessly to make even the stubbornest beer hater interested in ordering a pint.

    Drink up!"

The Ale Sale of the Season!

While Your Next Pint is on a mini month-long Raw Detox – sadly no hoppy, yeasty beer for me – I had to share my favorite sale for you to enjoy, signifying the end of the holiday season.

You just can't beat a box of Samuel Smith Ales from $9.99 to $6.99 at Cost Plus World Market. The box includes THREE 550ml bottles of beer – India Ale, Nutty Brown, Oatmeal Stout – plus TWO coasters, and ONE old-fashioned English style pint glass ALL for just $6.99.

Get it while supplies last at your local Cost Plus World Market, or before I do!