Mike Loves Beer

The time is finally here.  The first ever South Florida Beer Week kicks off today with a week of stellar beer events that are dedicated to Florida brewed craft beer.  So without further ado here is the list of official events this week.

Monday January 23rd
South Florida Beer Week Kick Off Party and Pig Roast – Lou’s Beer Garden in Miami Beach, FL

Tuesday January 24th
Florida Brewers Tap Takeover – Funky Buddha Lounge and Brewer in Boca Raton, FL
Local Tap Takeover – World of Beer in Coconut Creek, FL

Wednesday January 25th
Florida Brewers Tap Takeover – Tap 42 in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Cigar City Beer and Cigar Pairing – Cervezas in Miami, FL

Thursday January 26th
Florida Brewers Tap Takeover – Laser Wolf in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Flappin for Florida Beer – Titanic Restaurant and Brewery in Coral Gables, FL

Friday January 27th
Field of Beers – Roger Dean Stadium in Jupiter, FL – SOLD OUT

Saturday January 28th
Jupiter Craft Brewers Festival – Roger Dean Stadium in Jupiter, FL – PRESALE TICKETS SOLD OUT
Official Jupiter After Party – Tequesta Brewing Company in Tequesta, FL

Plus there will be a number of tastings at Total Wine and More’s throughout South Florida.  For more details on all the events be sure to check out the official website of South Florida Beer Week.

The long running war between beer and wine has another battle this Saturday, Jauary 21st, at the Blind Monk in West Palm Beach.  And fighting for the side of beer is Tampa’s own Cigar City Brewing.  While I don’t have a list of the beers and wines that will be battling here is a list of the courses that will be there.

• Course One – Southern France Pissaladière Caramalized Onions | Nicoise Olives | Anchovies
• Course Two – Northern United States Oyster Soup It’s not a chowda!
• Course Three – East Asia Chicken Satay Served over Sobe Noodles
• Course Four – Western United States IPA Braised Beef Served over Grits
• Course Five – Central United States Bourbon Pecan Chocolate Pie Scratch-baked

If this sounds appetizing and you want to take part in the dinner and vote for who you think pairs best with each meal you better act fast as space is limited.  You can RSVP by calling the Blind Monk at (561) 833 – 3605.  The price is $60.

The Blind Monk
410 Evernia Street #107
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
(561) 833-3605
theblindmonk.com

Yesterday the organizers of South Florida Beer Week announced that Gainesville’s own Swamp Head will be making an appearance in South Florida at a few select events.  The brewery is not regularly distributed down here but thanks to Brown Specialty they are able to pull in a few kegs from out of the swamp for us to enjoy.

This is a one week only thing for now so be sure to head out to the following events during South Florida Beer Week if you want to try some Swamp Head beers.