Think of it as happier hour: a casual beer-tasting party at home -- complete with tap room-inspired decor and gastropub-worthy grub.
At-Home Gastropub Menu
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Roasted Buffalo Shrimp
This novel twist on Buffalo wings is a terrific way to kick off a casual party. Serve the shrimp and dip with cucumber spears, celery stalks, and wedges of crunchy fennel.
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Smoky Parsnip Crisps
Although it takes about an hour to prepare and fry enough chips for eight, it's worth the effort: They are absolutely irresistible. If kept in resealable plastic bags, they'll stay crisp for up to five days.
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Cocktail Meatballs
To give these meaty morsels a light crust, which makes them easier to pick up, roll them in a breadcrumb-and-flour mixture before frying.
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Bacon-Blue Cheese Sandwiches
Onion jam, which is reason enough to try this sandwich, is simple to make. Although any blue cheese is delicious here, look for one that's sliceable or crumbly, not gooey. Stilton, Maytag, and Roaring Forties are good choices.
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Roasted Buffalo Shrimp
This novel twist on Buffalo wings is a terrific way to kick off a casual party. Serve the shrimp and dip with cucumber spears, celery stalks, and wedges of crunchy fennel.
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Cocktail Meatballs
To give these meaty morsels a light crust, which makes them easier to pick up, roll them in a breadcrumb-and-flour mixture before frying.
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Smoky Parsnip Crisps
Although it takes about an hour to prepare and fry enough chips for eight, it's worth the effort: They are absolutely irresistible. If kept in resealable plastic bags, they'll stay crisp for up to five days.
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Bacon-Blue Cheese Sandwiches
Onion jam, which is reason enough to try this sandwich, is simple to make. Although any blue cheese is delicious here, look for one that's sliceable or crumbly, not gooey. Stilton, Maytag, and Roaring Forties are good choices.
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LIGHT
Though pale in color, these brews have a bright taste marked by citrus and floral notes. Effervescent Southampton Publick House Double White Ale is a more potent version of classic Belgian white. Tart, dry, and sparkling, Goose Island Sofie Belgian Style Ale has a light caramel flavor. Lagunitas Pils is a fuller-bodied brew with a crisp finish.
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AMBER
This category of medium-bodied beers will appeal to those who enjoy the play of bitter and sweet flavors. Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA is hoppy with a dry finish. Three Philosophers Belgian Style Blend is malty with notes of cherry. Smuttynose Old Brown Dog Ale is a classic brown ale with a nice balance of hops and malt.
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DARK
Robust, hearty brews will provide your tasting with a strong finale. Brooklyn Brewery Black Chocolate Stout is like dessert for beer lovers, with a deep cocoa flavor. Stone Brewing Company Stone Smoked Porter pairs well with rich, savory food, thanks to its smoky undertones. Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout is frothy and bold.
Get the Look
A dose of modern design infuses ye olde pub classics with an exciting new buzz.
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London Times Tissue Liners
Evocative of English pub standard fish and chips (wrapped snugly in yesterday's news), these tissue liners are printed with food-safe soy ink.
$28 for 250, breadbaskets.com
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Finnish Dart Set
Many consider a rousing game of darts the consummate beer-drinking activity. This dart set is a design-savvy version of the barroom staple.
$52, kioskkiosk.com
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Checkered Cutting Board
Upgrade your beer-friendly cheese plate by swapping the usual white porcelain platter for something more interesting, such as this checkered cutting board.
Shown in blue, $52, shop.finelittleday.com
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Letterpress Coasters
These coasters boast bold graphics and are both witty and practical.
"Beer is Good," Beer Styles, and "Beer" in Several Languages Drink Coasters, Ladybug Press, from $8 for 8.
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BLAAK Onion Jam
Handcrafted in Sharon Springs, New York, this onion jam is a blend of locally grown onions and maple syrup. It is used in our bacon-blue cheese sandwiches and also makes a tasty accompaniment to pork or fish.
$10, beekman1802.com
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Fritz Hansen Series 7 Chair
Newly available in a variety of painted finishes, this chair is an icon of modern furniture -- and infinitely more comfortable than a bar stool.
Shown in Petrol Blue, $679, fritzhansen.com
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London Times Tissue Liners
Evocative of English pub standard fish and chips (wrapped snugly in yesterday's news), these tissue liners are printed with food-safe soy ink.
$28 for 250, breadbaskets.com
-
Letterpress Coasters
These coasters boast bold graphics and are both witty and practical.
"Beer is Good," Beer Styles, and "Beer" in Several Languages Drink Coasters, Ladybug Press, from $8 for 8.
-
Finnish Dart Set
Many consider a rousing game of darts the consummate beer-drinking activity. This dart set is a design-savvy version of the barroom staple.
$52, kioskkiosk.com
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BLAAK Onion Jam
Handcrafted in Sharon Springs, New York, this onion jam is a blend of locally grown onions and maple syrup. It is used in our bacon-blue cheese sandwiches and also makes a tasty accompaniment to pork or fish.
$10, beekman1802.com
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Checkered Cutting Board
Upgrade your beer-friendly cheese plate by swapping the usual white porcelain platter for something more interesting, such as this checkered cutting board.
Shown in blue, $52, shop.finelittleday.com
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Fritz Hansen Series 7 Chair
Newly available in a variety of painted finishes, this chair is an icon of modern furniture -- and infinitely more comfortable than a bar stool.
Shown in Petrol Blue, $679, fritzhansen.com
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