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National Homebrew Competition Celebrates Excellence in Craft Beer with Top Honors Awarded to Sebastian Seith and Preston Booth

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The National Homebrew Competition, a prestigious event that annually recognizes the pinnacle of amateur brewing artistry, has once again concluded, showcasing the extraordinary talent within the homebrewing community. This year’s competition saw hundreds of meticulously crafted beers evaluated by a panel of expert judges, culminating in the awarding of gold medals to brewers who demonstrated…

September 9th Declared National Grilled Chicken Day Following El Pollo Loco’s Dedicated Campaign

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In a notable achievement for culinary advocacy, September 9th has been officially recognized as National Grilled Chicken Day, a distinction secured through a concerted year-long effort by El Pollo Loco. This inaugural celebration marks a significant moment for a popular cooking method, elevating it to a national day of observance after a determined petitioning process….

Russell Berger Wins Gold for German Pilsner at 2026 National Homebrew Competition

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Russell Berger of Portland, Oregon, a dedicated member of the Portland Brewers Collective, has achieved a significant honor in the craft brewing community, securing a gold medal in Category 4: German Pilsner at the prestigious 2026 National Homebrew Competition. His expertly crafted German Pilsner triumphed over a competitive field of 64 entries in the final…

Smoked Oaxaca Cheese Stuffed Meatballs: A Culinary Masterpiece for the Grill

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These aren’t your average meatballs. Christie, the pitmaster behind Girls Can Grill, has perfected a technique for creating smoked meatballs that are packed with molten Oaxaca cheese, infused with the savory notes of BBQ rub, and slow-smoked to a perfect glaze of barbecue sauce. The secret to avoiding the common "cheese volcano" is a meticulous…

6 Whimsical Fall Activities To Get You Off Your Screen

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The transition into the autumnal season has historically served as a period of harvest and preparation, yet in the modern era, it has increasingly become a focal point for intensive retail marketing and digital consumption. While the natural phenomena of the season—the changing of deciduous foliage, the cooling of the atmosphere, and the maturation of…

Jamye and Cody Naramore Triumph at the 2026 National Homebrew Competition with Gold Medal American Pale Ale

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The culmination of months of dedication, meticulous ingredient selection, and precise brewing techniques was celebrated at the 2026 National Homebrew Competition, where Jamye and Cody Naramore of Quenemo, Kansas, have been awarded a prestigious gold medal in Category 12: American Pale Ale. This accolade, earned in the final round of the competition, places their expertly…

The Ultimate Homemade Breakfast Sausage: A Flavorful Alternative to Store-Bought

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The quest for the perfect breakfast sausage often leads home cooks down a path of deciphering ingredient lists filled with unfamiliar additives and opaque fat ratios. Christie Vanover, a KCBS grand champion pitmaster and founder of Girls Can Grill, offers a compelling solution: a versatile homemade breakfast sausage recipe that transforms simple ground pork into…

Greg Winterburn Triumphs with Scottish and Irish Ale at the 2026 National Homebrew Competition

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Greg Winterburn of Rockaway, New Jersey, has earned a coveted gold medal in Category 11: Scottish and Irish Ale at the 2026 National Homebrew Competition Final Round. His winning brew, a testament to meticulous craftsmanship and a deep understanding of traditional ale styles, outshone 89 other entries in its category, solidifying its place as the…

Gold Medal Brew Earns Top Honors in Prestigious Homebrewing Competition

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The homebrewing community is abuzz with the recent announcement of a gold medal-winning brew, a testament to the dedication, skill, and passion that defines this vibrant hobby. While the specific details of the winning recipe and the brewer remain under a paywall, the recognition itself highlights the escalating quality and complexity found within the world…

Craig Martin of Louisville, Ky. Wins Gold in 2026 National Homebrew Competition for Amber and Brown American Ale

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Louisville, Ky. – Craig Martin, a dedicated homebrewer and member of the Louisville Area Grain and Extract Research Society (LAGERS), has achieved the pinnacle of homebrewing excellence, securing a coveted gold medal in Category 13: Amber and Brown American Ale at the prestigious 2026 National Homebrew Competition Final Round. His winning brew emerged victorious from…