The Brewmaster's Table

Garrett Oliver, a leading authority on beer and brewmaster of Brooklyn Brewery, aims to transform your culinary experience. He highlights traditional beer as a key player in modern cuisine and offers guidance on perfect pairings. While real beer is widely available, many only know bland mass-market options. True beer boasts complex flavors and can elevate everyday meals. Imagine pairing a citric Belgian wheat beer with a goat cheese salad, a fragrant pale ale with spicy tacos, or a rich Trappist ale with hanger steak. Oliver demonstrates how to create these perfect matches, whether at home, in restaurants, or while traveling in Europe. He delves into beer production, its captivating history, and the diverse flavors across various styles from around the globe. Most importantly, he illustrates how beer's versatility often surpasses that of wine, enhancing flavors when paired correctly with food. This engaging book, praised by Gourmet magazine as the work of a "passionate epicure and talented alchemist," is richly illustrated with stunning photographs of breweries, their exceptional beers, and the artisans behind them. Whether you're a beer enthusiast, a dedicated cook, or simply someone who enjoys a great meal, this book is sure to be enlightening.