Tag Archives: grape and ale
The Best U.S. Craft Beers to Sip this Spring
The explosion of craft breweries across the United States has opened up a whole new world for brew lovers. North Carolina is enjoying the same growth with a total of 86 craft breweries across the state as of November 2013.
Wine for a Fine Beach
What: Oak Island Beach Preservation Society Wine Tasting and Silent Auction When: Saturday, April 26th • 12 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Where: Island Way Restaurant 1407 E. Beach Dr., Oak Island Cost: $25/person; very limited tickets! Info: (910) 933-4325 There
Carnival of Fun
In the U.S., New Orleans’ French Quarter is recognized as the birthplace of Mardi Gras, as the jubilee has since evolved beyond the traditional French or Catholic religious backgrounds. Locally folks can celebrate with the Mardi Gras by the Sea
No Dilemma
We all have our favorite wines to open for Thanksgiving dinner to share with family and friends. There is no right or wrong choice if you are drinking what you like. However, there are some wines that, because of their
Biz Q&A
This month we meet Missy Ronquillo, owner and resident artist of Pescado Y Amor, a colorful, sea-inspired studio and store in Oak Island. The studio often is home to Paint and Pour events, wherein folks can make their own masterpieces.
The Winner’s Circle
What: Brew Club Rate Night When: Thursday, June 25th • 7 p.m. Where: The Grape & Ale 8521 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island Cost: Membership in Brew Club, $15/mo. Info: (910) 933-4384 www.thegrapeandale.com From the establishment of America’s first
December 2012
In my household, we began lighting christmas candles the day after Halloween, and I swooned over scents of balsam fir, cinnamon and peppermint. I’m not certain what it is about 2012, but this year I’ve been really welcoming to December
