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'Major' drinking on game day
By ALISON SCHWARTZ | Sep. 1, 2010This weekend, you will make a very important decision.
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Get your buzz on the right way
By Webb | Aug. 20, 2010Alright, so you’re kind of sick of Starbucks. I don’t blame you. Shelling out almost $4 for a urine-sample-sized coffee can put a damper on your caffeine rush.
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Where to eat when you get the munchies
By Erin Rauch | Aug. 20, 2010The long list of local restaurants in Gainesville may seem daunting at first, but by the end of this brief tutorial you’ll be well on your way to finding your favorite nook in the midst of the multitude of local eateries.
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Campus dining makes gaining Freshman 15 easy
Aug. 20, 2010Studying can take a lot out of a student, and no one likes to work on an empty stomach. Thankfully, there are plenty of dining options for all palates on campus, and lots of payment options, too.
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Ghost Chili Dawg is a test of intestinal fortitude, sanity
By BRITTANY DAVIS | July 21, 2010The hot dog on my plate frightened me. But as I sat at Gator Dawgs on West University Avenue armed with a half gallon of milk, a loaf of bread and a box of Kleenex, I knew it was too late to back out. I was about to eat a Ghost Chili Dawg, topped with sauce from the bhut jolokia, known as the ghost pepper, the hottest in the world.
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Saint Somewhere: brewed with pride, bottled with passion
By RICHARD STEHLI | July 13, 2010Bob Sylvester’s workplace feels a little bit more like a garage project than a brewery. Despite its storage-unit looks, Tarpon Springs-based Saint Somewhere Brewery has developed a reputation throughout the 20 states to which it is distributed as a brewer of high-quality, Belgian-style beer.
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Drinking 101 - Single Malt Scotch
By RICHARD STEHLI | June 9, 2010From W.C. Fields to Ron Burgundy to Ron White, people love Scotch. There's no reason you can't, too! Wait, am I even writing about Scotch in a college newspaper? Get a hold of yourself, because if there's one thing in this world with the power to cross cultural and social boundaries, it's alcohol. So, prepare yourself to enjoy something new, and consider this your crash course in single malt Scotch whiskey.
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Home brewing, a complicated but rewarding endeavor
By RICHARD STEHLI | May 26, 2010With all sorts of extra time on your hands during Gainesville's offseason and a serious prerogative to stay indoors, why not try your hand at some new hobbies? How about making your own alcohol? Part chemistry, part cooking, part art and part drinking, home brewing is a great way to pass those extra hours of summer daylight.
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Drink to American craft beer
By RICHARD STEHLI | May 19, 2010Frost your glasses and grab your bottle opener because this is American Craft Beer Week. Let’s take a few minutes and give thanks for the goodness of craft beer in the USA.
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What to drink this summer
By Richard O. Stehli | May 12, 2010Summer is here, and hot temperatures and light course loads translate into plenty of time and reason to drink a nice, refreshing beer. Here are your top picks for summer 2010.
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Mixing liquor and beer makes explosion
By Richard O. Stehli | Apr. 14, 2010When you finish your final tests and papers, it’s important to start your end-of-semester celebration the right way. Start it off with bombs. Bombs are an easy way to take simple ingredients, most of which you already have, and transform them into an exciting, entertaining drink.
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Brunchers get two-in-one meal at restaurant variety
By GABRIELLE FALCONEIRI | Apr. 14, 2010Brunch is back, baby. No longer reserved for bourgeoisie and soccer moms, this two-in-one meal unites the sweetness of breakfast with the substance of lunch. Whether you’re getting the family together or dragging yourself out of bed after a Midtown rage-fest, brunch will satisfy all your dietary needs.
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Course takes scholarly apporach to alcohol geography
By Richard O. Stehli | Mar. 31, 2010In the next few days, most of us will be poring over course schedules, desperately trying to find classes that aren't too difficult but still can convince our parents that we are learning things. If you have and interest in alcohol and find yourself with a few free credit hours, look into GEO3803, The Geography of Alcohol.
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Festival brings worldy beers
By Richard O. Stehli | Mar. 24, 2010Take it from me: There is no better way to spend a weekend than drinking good beer and eating free food. If these activities are relevant to your interests, look no further than The Greater Gator Beer Festival. This Saturday, for the price of admission, you get ample helpings of food from local restaurants, premium entertainment, and most importantly - unlimited beer samples from across the country and around the world.
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Spring brings new beer
By Richard O. Stehli | Mar. 17, 2010With the first day of spring on Saturday, it’s time to trade in your heavy, warming stouts and porters for lighter, crisper spring fare. Here are a few suggestions for what you can drink as the days get longer:
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Take a look inside, it’s a party in a box
By Richard O. Stehli | Feb. 24, 2010There is no way to pack so much excitement into a single beer purchase as with a brewery sampler pack. Featuring four to six different beers, usually spanning the entire spectrum from light to dark, a 12-pack of beer and a handful of friends can quickly become your very own beer-tasting party.
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Best burger for your buck
By DREW WATKINS | Feb. 24, 2010Drew: Find yourself hungry on the weekend? Then stay the hell away from Mac’s Drive Thru, ‘cause it ain’t open. These two critics learned that the hard way, but that’s one of the few flaws of this classic Gainesville eatery.
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Crash diets, over-exercising won’t get you a beach bod
By ALLISON BANKO | Feb. 17, 2010We hate to burst your fried-chicken-eating bubble, but Spring Break is a little less than three weeks away, and it is taking no prisoners. It will soon be time to show your friends from home that your college’s football team is not only better than theirs is, but your body is also way more bangin’.
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Gone with The Wine
By Richard O. Stehli | Feb. 17, 2010Usually, there is nothing more annoying than public broadcasting stations trying to raise money. Instead of Car Talk kicking off your Saturday morning, you have the pledge drive.
