Lagunitas Sneaks Into the Market Under Cover of Night:
The arrival of California brewery Lagunitas in the market was originally announced several weeks ago, with a release date projected to be in October. However, Lagunitas planned a sneak attack into the market - Polly Watts from the Avenue Pub sent out an email to her mailing list on Sunday afternoon, saying "Lagunitas will be here Monday. We were asked to keep it quiet."
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Where To Watch World Cup Soccer in Nola Today:
The United States battles in the Round of 16 today at 3 p.m. and if you don't have plans for a viewing party, have no fear. Eater has rounded up the best watering holes to watch team USA take on Belgium this afternoon. Check out these neighborhood bars, sports bars, restaurants, and German bier halls for inspiration for where to watch the game.
World Cup Soccer and Booze: Where to Get Both in Nola:
You may have heard the howl of defeat in the last seconds of the USA-Portugal game on Sunday, but Portugal's last-minute tying goal just means that we get to spend another afternoon drinking and watching soccer on Thursday. Not only can you check out Brazilian restaurants with the host country's cuisine and its rabid soccer fans, but Eater has rounded up the best watering holes to watch...
Two Beer Meccas Showcasing Sour Beer For Summer:
Both the Avenue Pub and NOLA Brewing Tap Room announced weekly sour beer events for the summer. As Polly Watts, owner of the Avenue Pub, says, "We think summer is the perfect time to drink sour beer; it's light, refreshing and thrust quenching."
The Pub will be starting its "Rare Beer & Sour Saturdays" series this weekend, featuring Watts' favorite Drie Fontienen Kriek, Cuvee de Ranke, and...