The Brewmaster's Table

Traditional beer can transform meals from everyday to extraordinary. Garrett Oliver, America's foremost authority on beer and brewmaster of the acclaimed Brooklyn Brewery, reveals why traditional beer is the perfect partner to any dining experience. He explains how beer is made, its fascinating history, and the amazing range of flavors displayed by distinct styles of beer from around the world. Most important, he shows how beer, which is far more versatile than wine, intensifies flavors when it's appropiately paired with foods to create brilliant matches most people have never imagined. The Brewmaster's Table is entertainingly written and lushly illustrated with Denton Tillman's photographs of the world's finest breweries. Whether you're a beer aficionado, a passionate cook, or just someone who loves a great dinner, this book will indeed be a revelation.