This was the Runner up to the offical logo for Oktoberfest 2011. I think I would have gone with this one myself. It has a certain something I just like...
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Friday, March 18, 2011
Inside
Keith...
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Language is about communication, not spelling.
Hofbrauhaus Pittsburgh
Keith...
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In Pittsburgh Today
Hard to say that, being the Big Browns Fan I am. However, there will be good news.
Stopping at the Hofbrauhaus later. That will make all of the "official" ones.
Photos later.
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Keith...
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Language is about communication, not spelling.
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Happy St. Patrick's day!
Hope all my good Oktoberfest friends are tipping one to the man in green today!
I expect to see photos of 6am Green Donuts and Guinesses... ;-)
I expect to see photos of 6am Green Donuts and Guinesses... ;-)
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Beer Facts
Beer-o-logy
• Beer is the third most popular beverage in the world, comes right after tea and water.
• In the middle ages, monks who brewed beer were allowed to drink 5 quarts of beer per day. (That’s about 5.3 litres)
• The oldest written recipe ever known is beer.
• Beer is a staple food in Bavaria.
• Baking and brewing went together in the Medieval Period. This explains why women were called ale wives as they were the first European brewers.
• During the ancient Babylonia, a merchant could be put to death for diluting a beer.
• In Germany, there is a beer ice cream in popsicle form, but its alcohol content is lower than the classic beer.
• Beer is made by the fermentation caused by the bacteria feeding on yeast cells and defecating. The excrement from the bacteria is called alcohol.
• According to the World Book of Encyclopedia, people throughout the world consume about 30 billion gallons of beer annually. It continues to rise due to an increased amount of under-age drinkers and an increase in the variety of beers.
• Oktoberfest beer in the tents is only served full strength and in a 1 litre steins.
• Beer is the third most popular beverage in the world, comes right after tea and water.
• In the middle ages, monks who brewed beer were allowed to drink 5 quarts of beer per day. (That’s about 5.3 litres)
• The oldest written recipe ever known is beer.
• Beer is a staple food in Bavaria.
• Baking and brewing went together in the Medieval Period. This explains why women were called ale wives as they were the first European brewers.
• During the ancient Babylonia, a merchant could be put to death for diluting a beer.
• In Germany, there is a beer ice cream in popsicle form, but its alcohol content is lower than the classic beer.
• Beer is made by the fermentation caused by the bacteria feeding on yeast cells and defecating. The excrement from the bacteria is called alcohol.
• According to the World Book of Encyclopedia, people throughout the world consume about 30 billion gallons of beer annually. It continues to rise due to an increased amount of under-age drinkers and an increase in the variety of beers.
• Oktoberfest beer in the tents is only served full strength and in a 1 litre steins.
From the Airport
I have contacted the Alfa hotel to ask about complementary transport to and from the airport. They replied that there was a bus that stops every 20 minutes for 10.50 Euros per person that would take us to the hotel. The time we went we just used the underground train to get to the hotel. And as I remember it took a bit the get there. What do you guys usually take from the airport and why?
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Best German Beer Joke
When looking up information on the best beer in Germany (what can I say I work for the Goverment) I came across this joke..
After work, all the brew masters from the Munich breweries sit together in a pub. Needless to say, each brewer orders beer from his own brand, i.e. the Löwenbräu guy orders Löwenbräu, the Hacker-Pschorr guy orders Hacker-Pschorr, and so on. Last one to go is the Augustiner guy. He orders a Coke. Everybody is stunned, asking - "why?" - "Well", he finally says with a wide grin, "if you are not ordering a beer, then I won't, too."
After work, all the brew masters from the Munich breweries sit together in a pub. Needless to say, each brewer orders beer from his own brand, i.e. the Löwenbräu guy orders Löwenbräu, the Hacker-Pschorr guy orders Hacker-Pschorr, and so on. Last one to go is the Augustiner guy. He orders a Coke. Everybody is stunned, asking - "why?" - "Well", he finally says with a wide grin, "if you are not ordering a beer, then I won't, too."
Beer Tent Line
What time do you guys suggest for getting in line for a seat at one of the beer tents to guarantee a place in the tent?
Alfa...
Hey I see the Alfa has “House Bar you may relax in a pleasant atmosphere; Open daily 24 hours”. Do they have someone serving alcohol 24hrs a day?
Sunday, March 13, 2011
Betrunken and his family
Betrunken, his dad, mom, sister, and pregnant wife at family Oktoberfest party. German food, beer, music, tent and lights. about 70 people attended.
Friday, March 11, 2011
Wednesday, March 09, 2011
Friday, March 04, 2011
Thursday, March 03, 2011
The Dirndls Bow
Just an interesting fact - With Dirndls it’s very important to know where to tie the bow: married women wear it tied to the right; single women on the left side. In this manner men know a woman’s availability right away. Though for me whatever side they are tied on cleavage always takes the center stage…
Drink Your Share
The German bier industry is in trouble, and every little bit helps. Be prepared to sacrifice and contribute to the well being of a culture and product we so dearly enjoy.
Reference this article on "brauereisterben" uncovered by Einfahrt.
Reference this article on "brauereisterben" uncovered by Einfahrt.
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