City Food Tours: St. Patty's Beer & Cheese Tasting March 17, 2012

Tired of the same old St. Patrick's tradition of standing around a crowded bar slogging your way through cheap beer specials? Here's a truly distinctive and delicious alternative. Join us for a fun and entertaining beer and cheese tasting that will knock the moss right off your Blarney Stone! This 2-hour event, held in a private room at Old City's popular Triumph Brewing Company, features generous samples of 8 stellar draughts brewed on-site--including some of Triumph's limited-time St. Patty's beers. You'll also savor hearty portions of 4 sumptuous farmstead cheeses including unique Irish-inspired varieties.

This event is SO much more than a tasting!

Eric Matzke (one of the owners of City Food Tours) will share some fun facts about how micro-brewed beers and farmstead cheeses are made, and some of the quirky stories behind each brew and cheese you taste.
You'll taste and smell a variety of malted barley and hops, to get a feel for the character they add to different beer styles.
We'll share some tales about the love affair between the Irish and their beer.
You'll walk away with great tips on pairing cheese with beer, and the confidence to conquer any cheese shop and craft beer spot.
After the tasting ends, you can enjoy dinner at Triumph Brewing Company and get 15% off your bill.
The entire event will take place in a private room at Triumph Brewing Company in Old City. Participants must be 21 or older. Advance registration required.

Official Website: http://www.cityfoodtours.com/philadelphia/st._pattys.html