Upcoming Local Beer Events

New England Real Ale Exhibition (NERAX)
March 25 - 28, 2009

Dilboy Post, VFW - Somerville, MA

NERAX is organized by CASC, the Cask-Conditioned Ale Support Campaign. CASC is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to boosting awareness of and demand for Real Ale in New England.

Berkshire Brewing Company Tasting

Thursday - March 26, 2009 5PM-7PM
Bauer Wine & Spirits
330 Newbury Street, Boston
Join Gwen Richardson of the Berkshire Brewing Co. for a sampling of BBC's line of year 'round and seasonal offerings. Enjoy some often overlooked classics, as well as the just released spring seasonal, Maibock Lager.

Chocolate Thunder Porter Release Party
Friday, March 27, 3PM-5PM

Watch City Brewery, Waltham

What makes a freshly brewed beer even better? How about pairing it with CHOCOLATE? Head down to Watch City for the launch of the brand new, crazy delicious and smooth Chocolate Porter created by Brewer Aaron Mateychuk @ The Watch City Brewing Company. Aaron has collaborated with Alex Whitmore, The Owner of Taza Chocolates to perfect this chocolatey brew. Meet the brewert and the chocolatier at this event, and sample the beer AND the chocolate for a match made in heaven.

Smuttynose Prix Fixe Beer Dinner
Monday - March 30, 2009 6PM-9PM
Atwood's Tavern
Cambridge, Massachusetts
First Course- Hanami. Duck Salad, Blood Orange, Frissee, Berry Compote, "Prosciutto"
Second Course- Shoals Pale Ale. Crawfish Boil
Third Course- Star Island. Skate Wing, Polenta, Mushroom Ragout, Lemon Basil Buerc Blanc
Fourth Course- Chocolate, Ginger, Vanilla Neapolitan Ginger Soup Caramel Sauce
Just a preview, the menu is still subject to some changes.
$45/person, 6-10pm March 30th and 31st.