Pilsener (AKA pilsner) has become one of the most popular varieties of beer in the world during its relatively short lifespan. This pale lager, created in mid 19th Century Bohemia (now the Czech Republic), exhibits a light yellow to gold color and noble hops. Using bottom-fermenting yeast helped the beer become clearer and last longer, making it easier to transport and therefore increasing its popularity. Today we’re going to discuss a couple of pilseners produced by two popular breweries that have chosen to participate in the 2007 Buffalo Brewfest: Victory and Brooklyn. Both are quality breweries that I have spoken…
Author: Adam Fix
We know (and appreciate) how much you love to talk about planning, development, and other issues that relate to our fair city. We’d like to humbly suggest that you check out some of the things going on in the YUM! channel; you might just find them to be of interest. Over at YUM!, we spend a lot of time profiling new businesses, featuring successful businesses, and showcasing city events. As I’m sure you know, supporting these institutions is vital to the economic and cultural development of our area. Below I have provided a list of links to stories that may…
Yum! is looking for a dedicated intern. Major responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, coffee runs, making copies, and taking out the garbage. This position is limited to only those whose primary interest is resume-boosting. That’s a good way to make qualified applicants run, eh? The actual position is far from what is described above. As a Yum! intern, you will be working directly with the lovely and talented Christa Seychew in a variety of capacities. In addition to writing various web and magazine content, the Yum! intern assists in organizing events and checking out new restaurants and…
Seneca street has a rich history. For a long time, it was one of the main drags in Buffalo. Business owners along the strip are working today to restore the street to its past glory, and the first step is increasing awareness of their cause. To that end, Linda Bain and the Seneca Street Car Association have organized the first annual Seneca Street Car Show, featuring around 100 classic and antique cars. The event, which takes place Sunday, August 12 from 9 AM- 4 PM, is expected to bring hundreds of visitors to Seneca Street, and local businesses will be…
“Caught in the boredom trap? ‘Z-Man’ to the rescue! Blast off with the ‘Z-Man’ to Zonkville- it’s snacker heaven. Screaming Yellow Zonkers: the crunchy popcorn you crave, brilliantly lit by a sunny sweet glaze. An outrageously awesome taste!” Caramel corn can be prepared many ways, and everyone has their own favorite variation. Of course Cracker Jack and Fiddle Faddle have been around forever, but Screaming Yellow Zonkers are just as historically significant. Introduced in 1969, they quickly became popular among caramel corn fans that prefer their snacks sans nuts. The funky packaging is considered a strong representation of the period’s…
Last week, Beer in the City took a look at some of the hoppiest beers from the breweries that will be participating in the ’07 Buffalo Brewfest. This week we’ll look at a few premium high ABV beers- a style that can really show the true quality of a brewery. A quick trip to Premier Gourmet can net you a nice “Brewfest preview” variety pack (note: they are not pre-packaged this way but easy enough to assemble yourself). Mine included a few brews that pack a heck of a punch, at around 10% ABV. Each of the following ales will…
TentetOctet Reactionary Ensemble performs this Friday, August 3 in the Hallwalls Screening Room as part of the Buffalo Infringement Festival. The group performs a “heated conversation between sight and sound” as projected film pieces are manipulated to match spontaneous musical scores. As the film adjusts to the music, the music in turn adjusts to the film, creating a work of reactionary art. The group describes their work as “sharing the language of played out debates such as gender, politics, and theology without all the hindrance of words.” Using a mixture of conventional and augmented instrumentation, the group creates a mixture…
I know they’re out there: the hop fiends. They can’t be bothered with the puny pilsners and porters of normal mortals, but instead must feel the bitter kick of a hopped-up monster of a beer. This week’s Beer in the City is for you, my hophead friends, as we analyze a few beers of this variety from some of the breweries that will be participating in the Buffalo Brewfest (now under a month away!). What are hops? Hops are a bine (differentiated from a vine in that it climbs in a winding motion as opposed to using tendrils), and the…
In my days in the hospitality industry, the phrase “kill ’em with kindness” was often thrown around. When people are being mean and difficult and you can’t respond in kind, sometimes you just have to be extra nice. Anusha Rasalingam, creator of Embittermints, proposes a different solution: give them a mint. Embittermints are breath-freshening treats inscribed with nasty little messages such as “yo mama” and “buzz off.” Not only are they good for slyly insulting your adversaries, they can also be a funny surprise for your friends and loved ones. Rasalingam was born and raised in the Buffalo area, and…
A Buffalo company is taking part in a nationwide test of biodiesel fuel to determine the viability of fuel made from regular diesel plus vegetable oils or animal fats. A local 1-800-GOT-JUNK franchise is one of 10 companies around the nation selected for the test. One of the local company trucks will use biodiesel and be examined by a mechanic every two months to determine the effects of the fuel. Empire Genomics, a biotech company unveiled plans to create 60 jobs in Buffalo’s medical corridor. Empire has developed a proprietary technique for analyzing DNA to help identify forms of cancer…