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Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Pass the suds… from Brew Kettle Taproom and Smokehouse

Mike Suglio, Staff Reporter March 28, 2014

The Brew Kettle Taproom and Smokehouse is the brewery for brewers. This brewery is quite unique compared to others; not only can you try nine different home brews and 21 different guest beers, but you...

Fermenters rest in the altar of a restored Roman Catholic church at the Church Brew Works in Pittsburgh, Pa.

Pass the suds… from the Church Brew Works

Mike Suglio, Staff Reporter March 22, 2014

While many Case Western students took trips to tropical areas for spring break, I traveled to the exotic Pittsburgh, Pa. Here stood one of the most original breweries I have ever experienced, The Church...

Pass the suds… from Lagerheads BBQ Smokehouse and Brewing Company

Mike Suglio, Staff Reporter March 12, 2014

Breweries come in all shapes and sizes, and can be found practically anywhere. Many breweries I reviewed have been within the city of Cleveland or the suburbs, but not out in the country like Lagerheads...

On Wednesday, Feb. 19, CWRU a capella group Dhamakapella performed at Chutney Rolls’ open mic night. Open mics will occur every last Wednesday of the month.

Chutney Rolls combines community and good eats in University Circle

Allison Duchin, Staff Reporter February 21, 2014

“Delivering Joy.” This is the mission of the Indian restaurant “Chutney Rolls,” located on Murray Hill Road. Inspired by the CEO of Zappos.com Tony Hsieh, Hrishue Mahalaha, the owner of Chutney...

Pass the suds… from Rocky River Brewing Company

Mike Suglio, Staff Reporter February 21, 2014

On yet another cold evening, I drove out to Rocky River in search of delicious beer. This week I checked out Rocky River Brewing Company set in a suburban town, but still easily drivable for Case Western...

Pass the suds… from Market Garden Brewery

Mike Suglio, Staff Reporter February 14, 2014

On a warm, crisp, summer day in 2011, I had the pleasure of experiencing Market Garden Brewery when it first opened. As I sat in the packed outdoor beer garden and gazed at the historic West Side Market...

Pass the suds from Fat Head’s Brewery & Saloon

Mike Suglio, Staff Reporter February 7, 2014

On a cold Monday night when most students were celebrating the first Case Western Reserve University snow day of the academic year, a friend and I decided to venture 30 minutes west to Fat Head’s Brewery...

A walk down Euclid, a step into Paris

A walk down Euclid, a step into Paris

Jessica Yang, Staff Reporter January 23, 2014
Coquette Patisserie offers French pastries close to home.

Pass the suds… from the BottleHouse Brewing Company

Mike Suglio, Staff Reporter January 23, 2014
Waffle sandwiches are one of BottleHouse Brewery Company's biggest attractions. You can get to the restaurant by bus.

Willoughby Brewing Company

Mike Suglio, Contributing Reporter January 17, 2014

On a sunny, winter afternoon I decided to check out Willoughby Brewing Company, located in Willoughby, Ohio. This brewery is near and dear to my heart as the very first brewery I visited. My grandpa used...

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