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Catching up on Florida Craft Beer

Posted on August 29, 2012 by Gerard Walen

I have been behind on posting, so here are a few quick updates on the Florida craft beer scene. The long-awaited opening of Rapp Brewing Company in Pinellas Park will happen this Saturday, Sept. 1, from 3 to 9 p.m. … Continue reading →

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World Beer Festivals will hit the road to St. Petersburg

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Gerard Walen

For more than 20 years, World Beer Festivals, produced by All About Beer Magazine, have brought the products of international, national and local breweries to the masses, and have benefited local organizations at the same time.  In fact, the stated … Continue reading →

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The secret’s out: Crystal River’s new nanobrewery is open

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Gerard Walen

ser·en·dip·i·ty   n. pl. ser·en·dip·i·ties 1. The faculty of making fortunate discoveries by accident. 2. The fact or occurrence of such discoveries. 3. An instance of making such a discovery. – www.thefreedictionary.com A stroke of serendipity led me to the … Continue reading →

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Frank & Steins: Downtown Orlando’s craft beer hotspot.

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Gerard Walen

Florida has some nifty craft beer spots that I keep on my radar in case I find myself in the area. Frank & Steins in downtown Orlando was one of those, and I was able to make a lunchtime visit … Continue reading →

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