Harmony of flavors: seven best beer snacks
Real beer connoisseurs know that the flavor of beer is revealed better if it is served with the right dish. But even if you don’t consider yourself a gourmet, drinking beer is always more enjoyable with an appetizer. In this article we will list ten dishes that will make a perfect pair with your favorite drink.
Chicken wings and strips
Fried chicken goes great with different types of beer. The most popular poultry appetizers are wings (can be spicy or non-spicy) and strips. They are often served with sauces, such as barbecue or cheese sauce.
Fried fish
The most popular appetizer with fish is, of course, fish & chips. For the preparation of this dish, cod is most often taken, but pollock, flounder, halibut or pike-perch are also common. Fries are fried in oil or baked in the oven. Fish and chips in restaurants are usually served with tartar sauce, green peas, or cole slaw.
Restaurants also often offer fried fish separately with beer, such as smelt or mullet.
Garlic croutons
A simple but very tasty dish that goes perfectly with both light and dark beers. Hot, crispy and generously sprinkled with garlic, garlic croutons are served with beer in almost all beer restaurants. They go well with all kinds of sauces, but we recommend ordering bleu-cheese with the croutons.
Grilled cheese
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside — breaded cheese has long been in the top of the best beer appetizers. Different kinds of cheese are used for preparation. And sometimes — several at once: for example, in cheese sticks often put mozzarella and parmesan at the same time. If you want something more refined, you can order baked Camembert with truffle paste or brie cheese in crispy breading with cherry chili sauce.
Shrimp
Served both fried and boiled, often with garlic. Shrimp is also used to make airy chips that go well with mayonnaise dips, and more complex appetizers, such as mini seafood burgers.
Jalapeño fries
An appetizer that’s just gaining popularity so far. Jalapeño peppers fried in batter go well with fresh beer and add a pleasant spice to the meal. Served with sauces or cheese.
French fries
An all-time classic. If regular potatoes are boring, try yam fries with ginger sauce.
Almost all of the above appetizers can be tasted in Lambic beer restaurants. And we also have hundreds of quality beers from all over the world. Come — we will find something to surprise you!
Summer lambics: refresh yourself with a fruity beer from Belgium
When the thermometer is high, nothing is as refreshing as a cold beer. Especially if it’s lambics — a traditional Belgian sour beer with natural juice, which not only gives a pleasant coolness, but also pleases with deep flavor. Why fruit beer saves you in the heat Light sourness, sparkling «character» and juicy fruit notes make lambics an ideal drink for summer. Unlike heavy ales or bitter IPAs, fruit beers are easy to drink, almost like lemonade, but with a distinctive beer depth. It stimulates the appetite, quenches thirst and gives a feeling of freshness thanks to the natural juices in the composition — cherry, raspberry, peach or other fruits and berries. What to choose The best option for hot weather — sour lambics, which do not leave an unpleasant feeling of lusciousness, like a sweeter beer or soda. For example, the classic cherry Kriek MAX. The bright flavor of ripe berries and pleasant sourness make it perfect for a hot day. «Kriek» is not too sweet, with a slight tartness and a long aftertaste. If you like softer, sweeter options, Lindemans Pecheresse is your choice. This peach lambic has a honeyed and fruity bouquet, a light sparkle and velvety texture, and a slight acidity and refreshing note in the finish. A variant for cider lovers, but it’s still a lambic — Lindemans Apple. The drink has a bright rich taste, which perfectly balances the sweetness of red and sourness of green apples, pleasant aroma and refreshing aftertaste. Perfect for a hot day! How to drink lambics in the heat For a beer to be truly refreshing, proper serving is important. Lambics should be: — Cool down to 6-8°C — this will reveal all the nuances of flavor, but will not lose the freshness.— Serve in tall glasses — the flavor will «play». If desired, you can add ice to the drink, but do not get carried away — there is a chance to «dilute» the deep flavor of Lambic. And it is better to just have to go to Lambic! In our beer restaurants — a large selection of varieties from Belgium and other countries of the world. Proper serving of drinks, delicious food, cozy atmosphere and excellent service are guaranteed!
21 June 2025
Summer appetizers for Belgian beer: from seafood to desserts
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy Belgian beer. But what to pair it with? When it’s hot outside, you want something light, fresh, yet rich. And that’s where seafood, cheeses, fruits and desserts come in, which perfectly complement the rich flavors of Belgian brews. Seafood In summer, chilled shrimp with lemon and garlic sauce are especially good — they set off the malty sweetness of pale ales and wheat beers. But other seafood can pair well with Belgian beers, too. Here are some ready-made tips: — Blanche de Bruxelles or Hoegaarden — whizbiers with citrus notes — can be served with mussels and low-fat sauces. — Saison Voisin, a farmhouse ale with a spicy hop bitterness, will accentuate the flavor of grilled oysters or calamari. Cheeses The Belgians know a lot about cheese, and their beers harmonize well with different varieties: — Sharp aged cheeses (such as gorgonzola) are a great pairing for a strong Tripel Karmeliet.— Delicate goat cheeses with honey go perfectly with fruity lambics like Lindemans Kriek. Fruit salads and berries In the heat of the day, it’s especially nice to snack on fresh fruit — it enhances the fruity notes in the drink itself: — Cherries, strawberries, peaches — a win-win for Kriek or Framboise.— A fruit salad with citrus and mint is a refreshing pairing for a blanche, such as Corsendonk Blanche. Desserts If you want to end the evening on a sweet note, give these a try: — Waffles with berries and whipped cream — duo with St. Bernardus Abt 12 or Chimay Blue.— Lemon tart — will emphasize the citrus tones of the vitbiers or lambics.— Chocolate desserts — the perfect accompaniment for Kasteel Rouge, Petrus Aged Red and Delirium RED, as well as all chocolate and coffee varieties. And remember: summer appetizers should be light and should accentuate, not overpower, the flavor of the beer. It is best to serve them chilled to keep the balance and enjoy every sip. Come to Lambic — in our beer restaurants you will find the best beer from all over the world and the perfect accompaniment to it. We look forward to seeing you!
21 June 2025