4 hearty stews and beer pairings

Beer can be better than wine with food––especially bold stews

 |written by Margo True

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Chicken, Quinoa, and Green-Olive Stew
Photo by Iain Bagwell

Chicken, Quinoa, and Green-Olive Stew

Paired with: Gordon Biersch Blonde Bock

Briny olives, chiles, and bright citrus: That’s what you call a pairing challenge. This smooth, strong (7 percent alcohol) golden bock from the Bay Area can handle it, playing up the orange and toning down the chiles.

Recipe: Chicken, Quinoa, and Green-Olive Stew


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