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The @VillageVoice @BKPour Craft Beer Festival
When I arrived at the historic Skylight One Hanson (formerly the Williamsburgh Savings Bank Tower) for Village Voice’s first annual Brooklyn Pour craft beer festival, I knew I was in for some serious beer 101. I dabble in your standard beers, like Corona, Blue Moon and Negra Modelo, but the 100+ beers within the walls of this festival would be new territory.
Now, schooled in the world of craft beer, I don’t know what took me so long to explore all of the variety and creativity that these delicious brews have to offer.
Some of my favorites:
- Tröegenator Doppelbock by Tröegs Brewing Company: This beer came to my attention when a man behind me who had just tasted his sample screamed out, “yes!” Never the one to ignore such a strong recommendation, I decided to take whatever he had! Although I didn’t have the impulse to shout, I was not disappointed by this smooth, flavorful beer.
- Smuttynose Robust Porter by Smuttynose Brewing Company: This was the “comfort food” of beers, with a light, smooth, dark chocolate taste. A great beer for fall.
- Torpedo Extra IPA by Sierra Nevada Brewing Company: I discovered that I have a thing for IPAs (Indian pale ale). I enjoy their richness and complexity. This one is a perfect “everyday” beer (I’m not necessarily saying you should drink it everyday!). Something you might crack open after a long day at work to enjoy its balanced, smooth taste.
- Ithaca Apricot Wheat by Ithaca Beer Company: Wonderful natural apricot flavor without being overpowering.
- Raging Bitch Belgian Style IPA by Flying Dog Brewery: I don’t usually care for bitter beers, but the sweetness of this brew paired perfectly with the slightly bitter finish.
Cute, little tasting glass–now a souvenir of my beer tasting adventuresGorgeous venue!Personally, I hate pretzels, but they make a good palate cleanser for beer tasting–and cool necklaces.I tasted home-brewed beer that was pretty good!—kisses, Olisa -
Video Love: Day Two LGFW SS’12
If you didn’t get a chance to watch the shows, I have them for ya! Enjoy.
Attitude by Jay Manuel
peace and love
♥Bella♥
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Fun times at LGFW SS’12
The boys were looking flyy!
The fashion on the runway is great, but the fun times were off the runway.
Myself and Miss Jully Black
Shirin from American Apparel
Hawley always looks so pretty!
Julio always brings it without even trying!
CLEAN!
love.
heart those shoes!
yes.
Myself and Nanaafya
aaawww 🙂
love me some animal print.
this girl. yes.
more animal print 🙂
the lips. the shoes. LOVE.
peace and love
♥Bella♥
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Rihanna – We Found Love
What’s up with this? Umm CB back in the picture? Not sure if we can ever get past our first love huh?
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Love from @MelanieFiona
Wise words from our friend Melanie Fiona!
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@PrettyCity and @Shape_Magazine Beauty Sample Sale
Sippin’ wine, shopping–and throw a little pampering in the mix?? Sounds like the perfect girls’ night out to me! For just this type of indulgence, PrettyCity and Shape Magazine host a Beauty Sample Sale across the country and last week they had one of these awesome events right here in New York at Marquee.
The event featured complimentary beauty services by Skintology, Beauty Addicts, Red and White Spa, Ben David Salon, Arrojo Studio, Comsmedicine, and Dr. REMEDY Enriched Nail Polish. In addition to mini treatments, the spas offered discounts on their services.
As for the shopping, it was jewelry and accessory heaven! Is A Belt, Silpada Designs, Stella & Dot, Stephanie’s Traveling Boutique, and Miche Bag all had items for sale.
Last but not least, treats were provided by Cake Joy (wow, the red velvet cupcake was amazing!) and Natural Gourmet Institute.
Shape magazine had a Spin to Win wheel, where everyone was a winner (yay, I won some mascara), and American Laser Skincare had a raffle (still waiting on that email to let me know I’m a winner 🙂 ). We also got an amazing gift bag stuffed with over $125 worth of products (look out for my upcoming product reviews!).
For info on PrettyCity events in your area, visit www.prettycity.com
kisses, Olisa