The Week In Eats

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by Monica Weymouth

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Published: May 2, 2007

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Fox race? OK. Goat race? Genius. At this festival celebrating Sly Fox's bocks, strong German lagers historically brewed in the spring, local goat owners will race their bearded buddies for a shot at fame: The brewery's newest Maibock is named after the billy with the most hustle. Everyone is welcome to compete � even rival breweries with sinister motives. "Whoever feels like bringing a goat," clarifies Sly Fox brewery operation manager Tim Ohst. Four other bocks will be on hand to wash down the bratwurst and sauerkraut. Sly Fox Brewhouse, 519 Kimberton Road, Phoenixville, 610-935-4540.

The fact that they're redubbing the city's oldest pub "Señor McGillin's" for the day should be reason enough to visit Drury Street on the fifth of May. The Mexican/Irish menu is something of a grotesque bonus: Irish chimichangas stuffed with lamb, Corona-battered fish and chips and chicken doused in tequila will accompany an array of complicated margaritas. Piñatas? You're too much, Señor. Besos. McGillin's Olde Ale House, 1310 Drury St., 215-735-5562.

Stinky cheese and beer � it's a manly match made in heaven. Di Bruno cheese dudes Zeek Fergeson and Hunter Fyke will pair up their sweet, nutty Selles Su Cher and other favorites with frothy selections from Penn Brewery. Grab a trusty Penn Dark, or try the Hefeweizen or Marzen with your queso. Can't even pronounce any of this? No worries: Brewery reps will be on hand to answer all of your questions. Reservations required. Di Bruno Bros., 1730 Chestnut St., 215-665-1659.

This competitive dinner pairs one wine and one beer with each of its four courses. While debating their preferred beverage, guests can chow down on Cork executive chef Sae An's honey-roasted Anjou pears, scallop ceviche, spicy Vietnamese style skirt steak and chocolate tart. Wine advocate Bill Henderson of Fedway & Associates is in it to win it � he's pulling out a creamy genshu sake (hey, it's rice wine) to accompany the meaty main course. Reservations required. Cork, 90 Haddon Ave., Westmont, N.J., 856-833-9800.

Apparently, there's more to Philly eats than the soft pretzel. (Blasphemy, I say!) This panel discussion on the formation and future of the city's cuisine stars White Dog darling Judy Wicks and food historian Andrew F. Smith of the New School, who will will discuss the 1876 World Fair that introduced bananas, Campbell's soup, California wine and other goodies to the American palate. "Bananas weren't part of the American diet yet," says Smith. "The industry was born here." That's one fertile nanner. RSVP required. The Library Company, 1314 Locust St., 215-546-3181.

 

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