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  From Mass to Craft – Honing your Craft Beer Preferences May 22nd, 2012 Posted by Hunter Wilson

  

  When I first started getting into craft beer it was hard to make sense of all the different breweries and styles. It’s overwhelming to walk into a bar or restaurant and look at a list of 60+ beers and pick one without being a little worried about what you’re going to be getting, especially when you’re used to the same 10 beers you find on tap at every bar in America. But don’t worry; if this is you then you’re not alone. I’ve been there and so has everyone else who loves good beer. The truth of the matter is you’re never going to know everything about every beer you drink, or even about every style. (Luckily) There is enough experimentation going on in the US beer scene to keep things ever changing. However, in the end, there are a few things to help hone your palate and learn what you like to help broaden your beer horizons.

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  How To Make The Alien Brain Hemorrhage May 21st, 2012 Posted by Hunter Wilson

  This is what I need today after-work...

  A layered shooter similar to the standard Brain Hemorrhage shooter, but with Blue Curacao added. While I’m not a huge fan of the concept of shots, layered shooters are nice to watch and their reaction is the best part of the recipe. This recipe is all about peach schnapps from a flavor but the “Brain” cocktails are all about the effect.

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  Date Night: Try Chima Brazilian Steakhouse January 27th, 2011 Posted by Hunter Wilson

  

  From the moment you walk in the door, the dining experience at Chima Brazilian Steakhouse is nothing less than exquisite. Between the excellent service and the 14 different types of meat offered, you can’t go wrong. 

Featured in Queen’s Feast (Charlotte Restaurant Week) 2011, the menu offered is, without a doubt, a steal. For a mere $30, you get a three course meal featuring:

Rodizio Meat Service – which includes Top Sirloin, Baby Top Sirloin, Flank Steak, Beef Ribs, Sausage, Parmesan Pork Loin, Pork Ribs, Boneless Chicken, Chicken Wrapped with Bacon, Salmon, Swordfish, Leg of Lamb, Filet Mignon Wrapped with Bacon

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  Queen’s Feast: Taste what Charlotte has to offer January 21st, 2011 Posted by Hunter Wilson

  

  For the past few weeks you could practically hear the growling of stomachs and the licking of lips across Charlotte, all in anticipation for the glorious Queen’s Feast. The buzz about the event has been all over the city and social media outlets such as Facebook and Twitter, which has made every food lover anxious for the event to begin. The good news, Charlotteans, is the time has finally come! The 10-day food extravaganza has arrived and without a doubt your taste buds and stomachs will be satisfied by one (or more!) of the 83 participating restaurants.

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  Queen's Feast is Back! Jan 21-30th January 4th, 2011 Posted by Hunter Wilson

  

  Charlotte's ultimate culinary event returns for its tastiest course yet with the sixth installment of Charlotte Restaurant Week®. The Winter 2011 Queen’s Feast® will again showcase the delicious dining options that have foodies salivating all year.

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  Flickering Lesbian: Everday Drinkers September 7th, 2010 Posted by Hunter Wilson

  

  It's Labor Day Weekend in the States, that means you can consume a bit of caffeine during your holiday break. We'll be busting out the gin, tequila and cognac/brandy for this Redbull cocktail. Easy drinking, smooth and fun for the whole family above 21 years of age!

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