The Sleeziest DefrOktoberfest

The Mrs. and I dropped by Sleezy Sherm's Brewery last Saturday for the annual DefrOktoberfest. Serving on taps are the DefrOktoberfest a Sleezy interpretation of Oktoberfest and his infamous Blind Cider. Of course, how can I be a honorable guest if I didn't help myself with his highly acclaimed Peanut Butter Porter. Overall, Sleezy is a man of style, a variety types of cheese are served to pair with his fine brews.

By the way, some goofy looking dude came around with his bottle of Jim Beam trying to get everyone drunk. I told him to man up with the "Bai Ju". The guy danced like a robot after 10 the potent distill kicked in.

My next batch is going to be a cider based on Sleezy's Blind Cider and perhaps with a tweak of blueberry. Hopefully, it will be ready for the holidays!

Brewtopia 3

On November 12th, 2005 the NYC Homebrewers Guild stormed Brewtopia 3 which took place in Chelsea Pier with innovative brews. We worked non-stop at our table pouring some of the funkiest homebrews. Sleezy Sherm's Peanut Butter Porter was a hit. We had groupies coming from CT to just sample his infamous brew. RePhil brought his wintery spruce ale. Cuzme had a wit that named after this goombma and Mr. Post invited us to pour his cask-conditioned APA (American Pale Ale). And AzianBrewer shamelessly promoted his Lemongrass Amber.

Overall, the event was not as good as the one held in April. The organizers failed to efficiently utilize the facility. Pretty much all the tables are set up on one side of the venue and leaving the other side empty. Out of the 300 beers that were serving, I have perhaps tried 150 before the event. The most impressive brew I sample that day is actually Goose Island Honker!

The Best NYC Marathon

Running is very addictive...especially after the 5 boros 26.2 run. There is nothing in this world quite like the NYC Marathon. My finished time is 5:30:26. The guy in the squirrel costume and the rhinos beat me!!! The Blue Brothers and Wonder Woman also ran but the most amazing scene is when you see people with physical disability actually ran and finished the race. Well, it will definitely take legs to run the first 22 miles and the heart for the last 4.2 miles.

Afterward, I had my post race party at People in Lower Eastside. The manager really hooked us up with the drinks!!! Special thanks to:

-Dr. Ivy for prepping my body for this event. I am ready for another 26.2 miles next week!
-Pizzle and Wendy for coming down from Toronto.
-Eric, Janice, Jenn and Mitch for drinking with me at People.
-Patrick, Jenny and Fion for taking my victory chocolate.
-Paul R (Rocco) for providing me all the hot tips.
-Dan & Arlene for not flaking out at the post race party.
-"Jackson" and "Colooch" for busting my balls at work!! The mozz and puschoot are awesome. The cannoli is definitely a "Happy Ending"!!
-Phil, Sleezy Sherm, Dave, and the 2 Chris' of the New York City Homebrewers Guild for not tempting me with beer during my training days.
-Seb from the NYC Sake Enthusiasts for running a great club with me!
-Bill from the Hop Devil Grills for the greasiest frieds in NYC.
-Andre, Aileen, Arlene 2, Cindy, Fay, Lanna, Andy, Ann and Vivian for showing up.
-Thao and John for helping us out in Playa del Carmen.
-Julie for missing the Simpsons and learn to drink with us.
-Go "Hung" for hooking us up at People.
-Big "O" for being a great friend and a training buddy..."Don't let your body tells you what to do".
-And of course, my Amanda for being there with me all through the race and the mental support!!!

This race is dedicated to my grandpa. You gave me the strength and ran with me for the whole 26.2 miles through all 5 boros. RIP!!!

Sunday

The Sunday is Marathon day. Folks, stop asking me if I am ready. I am just glad that I am part of it and I will finish the run and that's it! After that I just chill at bar and looking forward to see my friends and all.