# Artisan Beer Dinners This Beer and Food Pairing Event Combined Upscale Eats & Sierra Nevada By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2015-08-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beer-and-food-pairing References: [bellandwhete](http://www.bellandwhete.com/events/2015/7/14/sierra-nevada-summer-beer-dinner) & [seattlebeernews](http://seattlebeernews.com/2015/07/sierra-nevada-brewing-summer-beer-dinner-at-belle-whete-on-july-29/) [The Bell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-tahini-cookies) + Whete European Kitchen + Lounge recently played host to a unique beer and food pairing event that explored options beyond standard pub fare like pretzels, nuts and nachos. The event was organized with [Sierra Nevada Brewing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juicy-hazy-ipa), a brewery that has reached cult status for its legendary [Pale Ale](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-off-the-wall-campaign-1). Naturally, the light Pale Ale was served alongside appetizer dishes like Seaweed-Dusted Caramel Corn, as well as Foie Gras Torchon with Spring Onion Brulee. The brand's Hop Hunter IPA and Hop Hunter IPA were served with decadent meat and vegetable-based main dishes, while the Ovila Abbey Saison was the final beer saved for the dessert course. As well as being treated to a four-course meal and treats to take home, diners were able to walk away with loads of information on pairing the brand's artisan beers with meals. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Artisan Beer Pairing:** Opportunity to curate unique beer and food pairings for upscale dining experiences. - **Cult Brewery Experience:** Creating immersive events around cult-status breweries to elevate the beer tasting experience. - **Education on Beer Pairing:** Providing information and resources for consumers to learn about pairing artisan beers with meals. ### Where This Applies - **Craft Brewery:** Craft breweries can host beer pairing events to differentiate themselves and offer an upscale experience. - **Gourmet Food:** Gourmet food companies can collaborate with breweries to create unique dishes that complement artisan beers. - **Event Planning:** Event planners can specialize in organizing beer and food pairing events, offering a niche service to beer enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cheese Pairing Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-perfect-pairing.md) - [Cookie-Paired Beer Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beer-badge.md) - [Beer-Paired Noodle Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cup-noodles-and-beer.md) - [Beer-Paired Peanut Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craft-peanuts.md) - [Burger Pairing Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tangerine-beer.md) - [Exclusive Culinary Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hawthorn-dining-room.md) - [Craft Beer-Paired Pizza Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-hammer-brewing.md) - [Extra-Flavorful Artisan IPA Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iron-hill-brewery-ipas.md) - [Beer-Infused Dessert Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beerinfused-dessert.md)