Fred Bueltmann, an owner of New Holland Brewing Company is the Beervangelist, an outspoken, fiercely passionate champion of well-made beer and food. His exuberant (and sometimes manic) quest to integrate beer more gracefully than just adding it to bread and soup led to this book. Chock full of mouth-watering recipes and tantalizing photos, you’ll enjoy rants on the culture of cooking, drinking and entertaining. Fred wakes up our tastebuds, educates our palates and remembering that our food and drink are meant to be enjoyed – even relished. The Beervangelist’s Guide invites you on a culinary expedition unlike any other. What they"re saying... “Fred has created a comprehensive guide to tasting, pairing,seasonal cooking, and most importantly, drinking! From novice to pro, if you want to be a better beer drinker, this book is for you.” Paul Kahan, Executive Chef, avec - Big Star - Blackbird - The Publican - Violet Hour - Publican Quality Meats James Beard Foundation"s Outstanding Chef - 2013 “Fred"s no bullshit approach to food pairings is transcendent. He has enlightened and inspired me in my craft.” Gail Ambrosius - Chocolatier Gail Ambrosius Chocolates “Fred’s holistic Zen-like approach to food and beer will appeal to artists and scientists alike." Ray Daniels, Founder, Cicerone Certification Program “Fred makes learning about beer a pleasure and brings the world"s most social beverage to a comfortable place in every home." -John Holl - Editor All About Beer Magazine, contributor to The Oxford Companion to Beer, and author of Craft Beer Kitchen.