Christopher Cina

Christopher Cina


Cooking with Beer: Dubbel Spiced Lamb Burgers

As grilling season begins in earnest, this burger brings a different dimension with Middle Eastern flavors and a splash of Belgian-style dubbel.

Cooking with Beer: Molasses-Porter Quail and Greens with Maibock Vinaigrette

For a simple yet impressive springtime meal: These noshable, sweet-savory quail halves marinated in porter and molasses meet for lunch with some mixed greens drizzled in bock vinaigrette.

Cooking with Beer: French Toast Turkey Sandwich

A winter warmer or an oatmeal stout contributes a touch of sweetness, while the gruyère cheese helps this sandwich—ideal for post-holiday leftovers—stand up to a full-bodied beer.

Cooking with Beer: Brown Sugar Peach Cobbler

When peaches are in season, pick a favorite malt-forward beer to take this summertime treat to the next level. (And don’t forget the ice cream.)

Cooking with Beer: Palisade Peach Tuna Poke

This fresh and peachy poke bowl gets a quick splash of classic saison or mixed-culture farmhouse ale—and it’ll taste great alongside the rest of it, too.

Cooking with Märzen: Smoked Trout–Salad Sandwich

Here's a sandwich fit for sturdy trestle tables and seasonal festivals, featuring a smoked-trout salad that gets a splash of märzen or festbier. Guten appetit!

Cooking with Lager: Pork Chili Verde

A splash of Mexican-style lager finds its way into (and alongside) this earthy, spicy, comforting dish from the Southwest.

Cooking With Beer: Pan-Fried Catfish Sandwich with Kale Slaw and Hot Sauce Mayo

This crispy, spicy catfish sandwich deserves a cold lager—with a spash in the breading and the rest to cool off your palate. Special occasion not required.

Cooking with Cider: Glazed Ham for the Holidays

Looking for a different way to serve your holiday ham? Get some craft cider into the glaze for a flavorful twist, and pair it with the same cider or a festive beer.

Cooking With Beer: Pulled Chicken Quesadilla with Lager Adobo

These crispy, moderately spicy quesadillas are delicious and easy to make, while a splash of Mexican-style lager adds subtle sweetness to the adobo dipping sauce.