We begin the series by explaining what makes each beer style unique and what distinguishes ales from lagers; the two major beer 'families'. As the world of beer flavours grows every year, new respect for its gastronomic worth ... [More]

It's a time-honored tradition; Men assuming their places around the barbeque and overcooking everything… with a beer in hand. Enter Joanne and John Meredith… two talented young chefs spearheading the fight against beer and barbeque ... [More]

There are 'beer drinkers' and 'beer lovers' but make no mistake, there are also true Beer Connoisseurs. Just like their wine counterparts - beer judges are experts in all things amber.

Modern Australia was founded on a beer. When Captain Arthur Phillip first toasted "success to the colony" on January 26, 1788, he raised a glass of porter to the Union Jack and drank it in celebration. More than 200 years on, ... [More]

Adam and Shirley Murphy's house is a beer shrine - this middle-aged couple have collected more than 11,000 cans over 20 years. And they are not finished yet!

The imagery of hands-on family companies producing regional specialty wines has always struck a chord with consumers. Wine buffs are happy to pay a premium for the best boutique wines and now that attitude has spread across the ... [More]