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Brewing Up Fun For SuperBowl Sunday- #TuesdayTidbits

1/27/2014

Super Bowl Sunday is considered a sacred day by some. With a combination of football, beer, and snacks, it’s no wonder why everyone looks forward to it. While most people know about the two teams and their statistics, we’ve decided to take a look at the most important statistics: beer. Read below to find out about all of the cool beer facts linked with the Super bowl!

- It is estimated that viewers will consume 325 million gallons of beer during this Sunday’s game. To put that in perspective, you can fill 1,938 Olympic-sized pools.
- During last year’s Super bowl, viewers purchased 50 million cases of beer for the game.
- The most popular domestic beers include: Bud Light, Coors Light, Budweiser, Miller Lite & Natural Light.
- The top selling Craft beers include: Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, Sam Adams Boston Lager, New Belgium Fat Tire, Shiner Bock, & Widmer Hefeweizen.

- Metlife Stadium, host of Super bowl XLVIII, sells the following beers: Leinenkugel (on tap Sunset Wheat & seasonal), Shock Top, Dos Equis, Stella Artois, Becks, Yuengling, Sam Adams (rotating tap), Bass, Hoegaarden, Heineken, Landshark, Bud Light, Bud Light Lime, Budweiser, Coors Light, and Miller Lite.
- Beer drinkers be warned, the average price for beer at MetLife Stadium is $8.75, the second-highest in the NFL.
- As you can see from the list, there is not much to choose from in terms of local beers. No New Jersey or New York craft beers are served. However you could make an argument that the Budweiser, Bud Light, etc. is local since it likely comes from Newark's Budweiser plant which produces 9.5 million barrels of InBev products. Of course its still Bud. You're best bet for local beer and the Super Bowl? Check out our #MustDoMondays recommendations for Sunday. We've chosen two great events and both will be pouring local craft beer.

References:http://www.statisticbrain.com/super-bowl-statistics/

http://www.treehugger.com/culture/by-the-numbers-super-bowl-facts-and-figures.html
http://journeytothebeerstore.blogspot.com/2012/10/metlife-stadium-beer-selection-and.html
http://bigblueblitz.com/meadowlands/beer-prices-at-metlife-stadium-2nd-highest-in-nfl/

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1/26/2014

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Prix Fixe Beer Dinner with Writer Ben Keene
Monday, January 27th 7-9 pm

Join beer writer Ben Keene, as Jimmy’s No. 43 offers a five-course dinner with beer pairings. In honor of Keene, beers will be from breweries featured in Ben’s new book, The Great Northeast Brewery Tour. Some of the breweries included will be Weyerbacher, Southern tier, Greenport and more. Also, Ben will be signing copies of his book. For more information or to purchase tickets online, click here.

Super Bowl Favorites- American Cooking Class
Tuesday, January 28th, 7-9 pm

Get ready for the big game by learning to make the easiest and tastiest recipes. This BYOB cooking class will have you ready to host a large party, or just a family event. These recipes are not only simple to make, but taste great. The tailgating foods you will be learning to make include Caramelized Onion Dip, Beer Poached Brats, Spiked Apple Cider and much more! For more information, or to purchase tickets for the class, click here.

Meat Hooked! A Film Screening and Discussion
Thursday, January 30, 6:30 pm

In honor of Meat Week, join director Suzanne Wasserman as she screens her documentary film Meat Hooked at the Museum of the City of New York. The documentary is about the rise and fall of butchers in New York. After the screening, there will be a conversation between Wasserman and Joshua Applestone, butcher and founder of Fleisher’s Grassfed and Organic Meats, moderated by Julia Moskin, reporter for The New York Times Dining and Wine section. For more information, or to purchase tickets online, click here.

THE SUPER KICK OFF PARTY
Sunday, February 2, 5:30

Join Floyd Beer Cheese & Sixpoint Brewery as they host a Super Bowl party at Union Hall. Enjoy $4 Sixpoint Pints and Floyd Beer Cheese. An added bonus: there will be complimentary wings and chili at halftime! Come to Union Hall for the Big Game where you can sit back and relax with great drinks, food, and company! For more information, click here.

Hometown Bar-Be-Que
Sunday, February 2, 5 pm

Another great Meat Week event! Come experience a Super Bowl party at one of the best new barbecue joints in all the five boroughs! They are planning something special for the big game, as the founders of Meat Week will be in town from Los Angeles! For more information, click here.

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1/20/2014

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Book event: Brooklyn Chef's Table
Monday, January 20th, 7:00-8:00 pm

Join the editor of Brooklyn’s chefs, Sarah Zorn, as she discusses her book Brooklyn Chef’s Table. The book is an in-depth look into the world of Brooklyn’s eateries. Included in the book are recipes from over 60 of the borough’s best restaurants to try at home! Special guests will include Lenny Kern, chef and co-owner of the famed L&B Spumoni Gardens, Josh Sharkey, the owner of Bark Hot Dogs and more! For more information bout the event, please click here.

Muslim And...? Portraits of American Muslims
Thursday, January 23rd, 7-9 pm

The Brooklyn Historical Society is holding a panel presentation and discussion about the long history of Islam in America. Join authors Sylviane Diouf, Moustafa Bayoumi, Ousmane Kane, and Terna Tilley-Gyado, writer and co-producer of Coming Out Muslim as they discuss Muslims in New York City and how they represent a diverse, multi-faceted religious community, and yet, are frequently reduced to stereotypes in popular media. For more information, or to purchase tickets online, click here.

Winter Talks- Living Aquatic Infrastructures
Saturday, January 25th, 3 pm

Join Dr. Ido Sell, SeArc Ecological Marine Consulting, as she leads a tour throughout Brooklyn Bridge Park. The tour will discuss ecologically sensitive designs and construction technologies that enhance coastal and marine infrastructure’s ability to provide valuable ecosystem services. For more information, or to RSVP online, click here.

German Winter Beer Festival Beer Tasting Event
Wednesday, January 29th, 7-10 pm

Come and enjoy Loreley Restaurant & Biergarten’s German Beer tasting event. The night will include 7 different German imported beers and a 3 course German dinner. The event will be hosted by beer expert Rudi Eilers from Bonn, Bad Godesberg, Germany. Combine your love of food with beer knowledge and learn all about German beer. For more information, or to purchase tickets online, click here.

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#TuesdayTidbits- How New York City Battles Snow

1/20/2014

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While most people have bounced back after snowstorm Hercules, we may be seeing some more snow showers in the near future. We’ve decided to give you a quick rundown on how New York battles the snow differently than most places: from snow removal, to street parking, so that you can be prepared for the next storm!

If you’re not one to shovel your sidewalk, you could be facing some serious trouble. New York laws require homeowners to clear snow from the public sidewalk in front of their house, as well any pathways on their property that lead to their mailbox. Also, New York holds private homeowners civilly liable for others' injuries incurred by falling in areas that have been shoveled! Make sure to get out there and shovel, or find a willing teenager to do it for you!

Ever wonder why your trash doesn’t get picked up during a snowstorm? That’s because the Department of Sanitation transforms their garbage trucks into truck plows. Also, some of their trucks are modified to be able to spread snow salt. The DSNY categorizes and services roadways in the following order: Primary, Secondary and Tertiary streets. To see what your street classifies as, click here.

When the Transportation Commissioner declares a state of snow emergency, no one is allowed to stand or park a vehicle on any street designated as a “snow street.” This restriction continues until the Transportation Commissioner declares the prohibition of such standing or parking over. Also, when a state of snow emergency is declared, no one is allowed to operate a vehicle on a snow street.

The most important thing to remember is to stay safe and warm during a snow storm. If you’re looking for things to do on a snow day, make sure to check out our other #TuesdayTidbits that include New York Fireplaces That Will Keep You Warm, Stay Warm with Tea, and more!

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The most important thing to remember is to stay safe and warm during a snow storm. If you’re looking for things to do on a snow day, make sure to check out our other #TuesdayTidbits that include New York Fireplaces That Will Keep You Warm, Stay Warm with Tea, and more!

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