Holidays

For a riff that goes beyond pumpkin pie, this tiramisu made with a splash of Belgian strong dark ale is ready to take center stage at your holiday gathering.

Festivities are winding down, but there’s a surplus of cookies winking at the motley collection of beers in your fridge. Our best advice: Look for comparable intensities of flavor (difficult), and don’t overdo it (impossible). Specific recommendations follow.

Looking for a different way to serve your holiday ham? Get some craft cider into the glaze for a flavorful twist, and pair it with the same cider or a festive beer.

Beernog is more than a way to lighten up a heavy traditional drink. It’s a hook that can lure more people into the indulgent joy of fresh eggnog—and variations abound.