Travel Posts

Hop Harvest Time

Hops are pretty important things in the world of beer (although that hasn't always been the case). They're so important I've even gone to the extent of planting my own in the garden this year. As we approached the end of summer and I was looking at my hop-laden plant, a part of me ...

Drinking In Dublin

Kavey and I were recently invited to Dublin by Bord Bia, the Irish Food Board responsible for forging links between Irish producers and potential customers around the world. As well as showcasing excellent Irish produce, Bord Bia also aim to develop markets for Irish suppliers and bring the taste of Irish food to more ...

Drinking in Amsterdam

Amsterdam isn't all about sex, drugs and canals. The Dutch know a thing or two about beer as well. We recently had the opportunity to spend the weekend there; while Kavey focused on what the city had to offer in the way of food, I had more alcoholic matters in mind. First stop was most ...