I've read a ton of posts where they talk about these great places that
have awesome burgers, perfect fries. . .and then they add "and wash it
down with an ice cold beer."

Now, am I the only person who thinks beer ruins the taste of food?
This and "beer & pizza" are such foreign concepts to me. Beer
completely overwhelms any food tast, you might as well not even be
eating (unless it's Ziti - THAT goes great with beer).

But for a big juicey pounder with loads of cheese and onions, a
heaping glass of Coke is the only thing I like with it. Beer's great
if you want to get hammered, but with food? I never got on that
bandwagon. . .

Scott

You're not the Lone Ranger, Scott.

I greatly dislike the taste & affect of ANY alcoholic beverage with my food.
It numbs my tongue & ruins the flavor of the food.

This is contrary to what it's supposed to do, however there is sure to be a
few of us out there who just don't fit in with the wine & beer with food
crowd.

Don't worry... Water & Coke are just fine.

(Scott) wrote in message om...
I've read a ton of posts where they talk about these great places that
have awesome burgers, perfect fries. . .and then they add "and wash it
down with an ice cold beer."

Now, am I the only person who thinks beer ruins the taste of food?
This and "beer & pizza" are such foreign concepts to me. Beer
completely overwhelms any food tast, you might as well not even be
eating (unless it's Ziti - THAT goes great with beer).

But for a big juicey pounder with loads of cheese and onions, a
heaping glass of Coke is the only thing I like with it. Beer's great
if you want to get hammered, but with food? I never got on that
bandwagon. . .

Scott

It depends on the beer. A variety of beers can be paired with a
variety foods in much the same way as certain wines are often paired
with certain foods. Generally, I think your choices are more limited
for beers that are good matches to most greasy foods like burgers or
pizza, but it isn't impossible to find something that works. Of
course, everyone's tastes are a little different.

:-Dan

On 11 Nov 2004 09:53:56 -0800, Scott wrote:
I've read a ton of posts where they talk about these great places that
have awesome burgers, perfect fries. . .and then they add "and wash it
down with an ice cold beer."

Now, am I the only person who thinks beer ruins the taste of food?
This and "beer & pizza" are such foreign concepts to me. Beer
completely overwhelms any food tast, you might as well not even be
eating (unless it's Ziti - THAT goes great with beer).

But for a big juicey pounder with loads of cheese and onions, a
heaping glass of Coke is the only thing I like with it. Beer's great
if you want to get hammered, but with food? I never got on that
bandwagon. . .

Scott

I think your pallette may be a bit too refined/sensitive; to me, (cheap)
beer *is* like drinking water (the coldness helps numb the taste buds).
However, I do enjoy beer with food, and think of it as like a condiment
- it adds another dimension to the food, including, of course, the
pleasant effects of alcohol.

On 11 Nov 2004 09:53:56 -0800, Scott wrote:
I've read a ton of posts where they talk about these great places that
have awesome burgers, perfect fries. . .and then they add "and wash it
down with an ice cold beer."

Now, am I the only person who thinks beer ruins the taste of food?
This and "beer & pizza" are such foreign concepts to me. Beer
completely overwhelms any food tast, you might as well not even be
eating (unless it's Ziti - THAT goes great with beer).

But for a big juicey pounder with loads of cheese and onions, a
heaping glass of Coke is the only thing I like with it. Beer's great
if you want to get hammered, but with food? I never got on that
bandwagon. . .

Scott

I think your pallette may be a bit too refined/sensitive; to me, (cheap)
beer *is* like drinking water (the coldness helps numb the taste buds).
However, I do enjoy beer with food, and think of it as like a condiment
- it adds another dimension to the food, including, of course, the
pleasant effects of alcohol.

when I'm out back Grilling burgers and the rest there is always a good
supply of cold ones near by.
1. to help me keep cool
2. to keep me from killing all the people that want everything "WELL DONE"
3. to temper the fire. YUP! BEER you keep it near by to temper the coals or
flare ups. if the grill flares just spray on some of your beer it not only
knocks out the flame but adds a little flavor to your foods.....(Had some
people say the food tastes tons better when some beer is sprayed on..

But as for food and beer, it depends on what you are eating, strong flavored
foods spicy etc go well with beer but forget enjoying a salad or anything
lightly flavored with it,!


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"Scott" wrote in message
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I've read a ton of posts where they talk about these great places that
have awesome burgers, perfect fries. . .and then they add "and wash it
down with an ice cold beer."

Now, am I the only person who thinks beer ruins the taste of food?
This and "beer & pizza" are such foreign concepts to me. Beer
completely overwhelms any food tast, you might as well not even be
eating (unless it's Ziti - THAT goes great with beer).

But for a big juicey pounder with loads of cheese and onions, a
heaping glass of Coke is the only thing I like with it. Beer's great
if you want to get hammered, but with food? I never got on that
bandwagon. . .

Scott

I think that beer, unlike wine, is meant to accompany food, rather
than "compliment" it. I like beer with many foods.It goes well with
Mexican,Chinese, and also goes very well with Indian food. There are a
variety of brands to choose from.

William

I think that beer, unlike wine, is meant to accompany food, rather
than "compliment" it. I like beer with many foods.It goes well with
Mexican,Chinese, and also goes very well with Indian food. There are a
variety of brands to choose from.

William

writes:

when I'm out back Grilling burgers and the rest there is always a good
supply of cold ones near by.
1. to help me keep cool
2. to keep me from killing all the people that want everything "WELL DONE"
3. to temper the fire. YUP! BEER you keep it near by to temper the coals or
flare ups. if the grill flares just spray on some of your beer it not only
knocks out the flame but adds a little flavor to your foods.....(Had some
people say the food tastes tons better when some beer is sprayed on..

This would be highly dependant on the manner by which the beer was sprayed.

writes:

when I'm out back Grilling burgers and the rest there is always a good
supply of cold ones near by.
1. to help me keep cool
2. to keep me from killing all the people that want everything "WELL DONE"
3. to temper the fire. YUP! BEER you keep it near by to temper the coals or
flare ups. if the grill flares just spray on some of your beer it not only
knocks out the flame but adds a little flavor to your foods.....(Had some
people say the food tastes tons better when some beer is sprayed on..

This would be highly dependant on the manner by which the beer was sprayed.

writes:

when I'm out back Grilling burgers and the rest there is always a good
supply of cold ones near by.
1. to help me keep cool
2. to keep me from killing all the people that want everything "WELL DONE"
3. to temper the fire. YUP! BEER you keep it near by to temper the coals or
flare ups. if the grill flares just spray on some of your beer it not only
knocks out the flame but adds a little flavor to your foods.....(Had some
people say the food tastes tons better when some beer is sprayed on..

This would be highly dependant on the manner by which the beer was sprayed.

Thumb over the opening of the bottle and shake! letting if spray out in a
fine mist in the direction of the blaze! make sure the grill has no glass on
it cause that will shatter... (Some older grills had windows in them)

--
"I have seen the worst that man can do.and I can still laugh loudly"
R.J. Goldman

http://www.usidfvets.com

and

http://www.stopfcc.com


"Christopher C. Stacy" wrote in message
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writes:

when I'm out back Grilling burgers and the rest there is always a good
supply of cold ones near by.
1. to help me keep cool
2. to keep me from killing all the people that want everything "WELL
DONE"
3. to temper the fire. YUP! BEER you keep it near by to temper the
coals or
flare ups. if the grill flares just spray on some of your beer it not
only
knocks out the flame but adds a little flavor to your foods.....(Had
some
people say the food tastes tons better when some beer is sprayed on..

This would be highly dependant on the manner by which the beer was
sprayed.

Thumb over the opening of the bottle and shake! letting if spray out in a
fine mist in the direction of the blaze! make sure the grill has no glass on
it cause that will shatter... (Some older grills had windows in them)

--
"I have seen the worst that man can do.and I can still laugh loudly"
R.J. Goldman

http://www.usidfvets.com

and

http://www.stopfcc.com


"Christopher C. Stacy" wrote in message
...
writes:

when I'm out back Grilling burgers and the rest there is always a good
supply of cold ones near by.
1. to help me keep cool
2. to keep me from killing all the people that want everything "WELL
DONE"
3. to temper the fire. YUP! BEER you keep it near by to temper the
coals or
flare ups. if the grill flares just spray on some of your beer it not
only
knocks out the flame but adds a little flavor to your foods.....(Had
some
people say the food tastes tons better when some beer is sprayed on..

This would be highly dependant on the manner by which the beer was
sprayed.