Belgium Tag

http://blip.tv/file/get/Foodphilosophy-FP69BelgianBeer646.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedDid you know that Stella Artois was originally brewed as a Christmas lager? And that it is crafted by monks in Belgium? Chef Mark and I learned that and a whole lot more as we explored Belgian beer with our new friend Marc Stroobandt, a Master Beer Sommelier who flew in for a special dinner at Markt restaurant in NYC. He offered us some surprising tidbits, as well as some very helpful guidelines for pairing beer with food. Featured Belgian beers: Stella Artois Hoegaarden Leffe Blonde Leffe Brune Coming later this week:…