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Garlicky Guinness Glazed Chicken Sandwich

March 9, 2026 Chews and Brews Comments 0 Comment

This Garlicky Guinness Glazed Chicken Sandwich features juicy chicken brushed with a rich Guinness Draught glaze, topped with crisp purple cabbage slaw and sharp white cheddar on a toasted bun. There are beers you sip. And there are beers you cook with. Guinness firmly sits in both categories. This Garlicky Guinness Glazed Chicken Sandwich leans into everything that makes stout compelling — roasted malt, subtle bitterness, and a hint of sweetness. As the beer reduces with garlic and a touch…

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Peppermint Mocha Stout Chocolate Chip Cookies

December 11, 2025 Chews and Brews

If you love cookies that are rich, chocolatey, and just a little bit boozy, these stout chocolate chip cookies are for you. I recently revisited my peppermint mocha chocolate chip cookies and decided to give them a Chews & Brews makeover with SYC Obsidian Export Stout. The result is a festive, indulgent cookie that blends chocolate, espresso, peppermint, and the deep roasted notes of a full-bodied stout — perfect for holiday baking. The Brewery SYC Brewing stands for Share Your…

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Beer can chicken cooked and ready to be carved

Grill the Best Beer Can Chicken with Jasper Ale

September 8, 2025 Chews and Brews

It still feels like summer here in Edmonton — 25°C in September — but we’re right on the cusp of fall. Beer can chicken is one of those recipes that works beautifully in both seasons. On a hot day, it’s the ultimate backyard barbecue showstopper. On a cool evening, it’s comfort food with just the right touch of smoky-crisp skin and juicy meat. The beer you choose makes all the difference, and for this one I’m going with Jasper the…

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Zesty Black Bean & Corn Salad (with Alberta Lager Pairings)

June 11, 2025 Chews and Brews

When the sun’s out and the BBQ’s on, I want food that’s simple, bold, and built for pairing with beer. This zesty black bean & corn salad fits the bill—sweet corn, creamy black beans, juicy tomatoes, and a lime-kissed chili dressing that brings the right amount of kick. It’s the kind of dish that shows up at a backyard cookout and steals the spotlight from the grilled meat (but still plays nice with everything else on the plate). This recipe…

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Easy Lemon Thyme Chicken Breasts with Beer

May 1, 2025 Chews and Brews

Looking for a simple, healthy dinner that still brings big flavour? This lemon thyme chicken checks all the boxes — light, fresh, and full of bright citrus and herb notes. The best part? A splash of beer in the marinade adds depth and character to an already easy weeknight winner. You can bake it in the oven or toss it on the grill, and either way, it pairs perfectly with a chilled glass of Bentstick Brewing’s Norwegian-style farmhouse ale: Uff-da….

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Easy Apple Pumpkin Beer Bread

September 17, 2024 Chews and Brews

Fall is here, and so are the cozy flavours of the season! As the air gets cooler and the leaves turn shades of amber and crimson, it’s the perfect time to embrace all things pumpkin. If you’re looking for a delicious way to kick off your autumn baking, this Easy Apple Pumpkin Beer Bread is just the ticket. It’s packed with the flavours of fall—apples, pumpkin spices, and a smooth pumpkin ale that takes this bread to the next level….

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Rye Festbier Mustard

June 28, 2024 Chews and Brews

Welcome back to Chews and Brews! Today, I’m excited to share a tasty recipe for Rye Festbier Mustard, a homemade beer mustard made with a delightful Der Krankenwagen Rye Festbier from The Pass, a fantastic brewing company in the Crowsnest Pass. There’s something truly satisfying about making condiments from scratch. Not only do you get to control the ingredients and flavours, but you also get to infuse them with unique touches—like the Rye Festbier. This homemade beer mustard is incredibly…

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Quick Breakfast Sandwich

June 18, 2024 Chews and Brews

Welcome to Chews and Brews – I am glad you are here! If this is your first time visiting Chews and Brews, let me introduce you to the blog. I started Chews and Brews in March 2015, and it has since evolved into a blog dedicated to the delightful intersection of craft beer and food. While I primarily focus on Alberta craft beer, I also share recipes incorporating this beloved beverage or offering suggested pairings. To my loyal subscribers, thank…

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