by Jeff Maisey | Jul 18, 2016 | Beer News, Drink
By Jeff Maisey When Gordon Biersch opened its brewpub in Virginia Beach Town Center ten years ago, a much need void was filled for consumers looking for freshly brewed beer in the resort city. Since then, of course, a sea change has occurred and the craft beer craze...
by Jeff Maisey | May 24, 2016 | Beer News, Drink
Words by Diane Catanzaro and Chris Jones Photos by Chris Jones Living in the 757, we are all familiar with the Navy’s ubiquitous presence, but we may not be so “in the know” about America’s “fifth military service,” the Coast Guard. Created in 1790 by George...
by Jeff Maisey | May 13, 2016 | Beer News, Drink
By Jeff Maisey There are so many craft beer festivals these days. Finding a way to stand out from the field is becoming increasing difficult. Enter a newly hatched festival scheduled for Saturday, May 14. It’s called Common Grounds, a collaborative brewers’ festival....
by Jeff Maisey | Apr 21, 2016 | Beer News, Drink
By Jeff Maisey You could say April 23 is not only England’s national day it’s also a banner date at one Hampton brewery. Yep, St. George’s Day. St. George is the patron saint of both England and Germany. When the brewery got its start some 20 years ago, owner William...
by Jeff Maisey | Apr 13, 2016 | Beer News, Beer Reviews, Drink
By Diane Catanzaro and Chris Jones At last, ‘tis springtime, with the azaleas in tender bloom, as the beer lover’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of alluring ales and lovely lagers. But, as in love, doth not waste thy passion on a brew unworthy, for your unrequited...
by Jeff Maisey | Apr 5, 2016 | Beer News, Drink
By Jeff Maisey The Virginia International Tattoo is a vital component to the Norfolk-based Virginia Arts Festival. Both got their start 20 years ago. To commemorate the occasion, Festival organizers Scott Jackson, Rob Cross and Board member Jim Hixon (Executive Vice...
