Christopher Cina
Hawaiian Loco Moco RecipeIn our version of Hawaii’s original homemade fast, but hearty, breakfast food, we cook the rice and make the gravy with an IPA for a hoppy kick.
Horseshoe Sandwich RecipeOur “secret” ingredient in the cheese sauce for this incredible sandwich is a healthy dose of Pilsner.
“Texas Red” Chili RecipeWith a variety of peppers, all meat (no beans), and a hefty dopplebock, our version of this red chili may not hail from Texas, but it’s sure to be a crowd pleaser.
Cincinnati Goetta RecipeGoetta, a meat-and-grain sausage or mush popular in the greater Cincinnati area, consists primarily of ground meat, steel-cut oats, and spices. A roasty porter adds depth and interest to this traditional dish.
Artichoke-Pimiento Beer Cheese Dip RecipeA buttery cheese with full-bodied texture and snappy, citrus-like fruity notes pairs beautifully with the Pilsner in this Southwest take on the classic artichoke dip.
Beer Pasties RecipeIn this recipe for Cornish meat pies, a Belgian-style dubbel adds suggestions of dark fruits.
Minnesota Wild Rice & Barleywine Soup RecipeBarleywine or old ale adds a certain je ne sais quoi to this hearty, comforting soup.
Baja Fish Tacos with Chipotle Sauce RecipeCrispy beer-battered cod and spicy beer-spiked chipotle sauce are tucked into a soft corn tortilla with shredded cabbage. Yum!
Green Chile Cheddar Mac & Cheese RecipeChile beer can add to this dish a fruity brightness, a slow heat, or an eye-watering blast, depending on your choice of beers.
Chicago Beef with Ale-Pickled Peppers RecipeOur take on the classic Chicago Italian beef sandwich includes peppers pickled with pale ale (say that three times fast).
Brown Ale Waffles with Smoked Salmon RecipeBrown ale adds flavor and a light airiness to this smoked-salmon-and-waffles appetizer.
Pan-Fried Catfish RecipePan-fried catfish is a Southern tradition. Give it a lift with IPA in the batter.