**Inspire a lifelong exploration of your senses as you learn to pair beer and food like a pro.** *2016 International Association of Culinary Professionals Award Finalist* Beer has reclaimed its place at the dinner table. Yet unlike wine, there just aren’t many in-depth resources to **guide both beginners and beer geeks in pairing beer with food**. Julia Herz and Gwen Conley are here to change that. As you start your journey with *Beer Pairing* , you’ll learn how aroma, taste, preference, and personal experience can affect flavor. Just as important, you’ll **become a tasting Anarchist** —throw out the conventional advice and **figure out what works for you**! Then, on to the pairing. **Begin with beer styles, start with your favorite foods, or join the authors on a series of wild palate trips.** From classics like barbecue ribs with American Brown Ale to unusual matches like pineapple upside-down cake with Double India Pale Ale, you’ll learn why some pairings stand the test of time and you’ll find plenty of new ideas as well. Discover: * How we experience flavor and the science and anatomy behind it * How to taste beer, step by step, with pouring and glassware tips * Pairings by beer style and specific foods * Complete information for planning beer dinners * How to work beer into your cooking repertoire * Tips and stories from pro brewers * Geek Out science features with facts to impress your friends Never look at beer—or food—the same way again!