Riding the Sesh Train
August 2022 was barely underway when my mother and I set out for London. She had been looking forward to...
Author
Christopher Andel
Born in Bangkok to a Dutch father and German mother, Christopher has spent much of his life pedalling back and forth between Europe and South East Asia. A true ‘Jack of all trades’, he has worked as an environmental consultant, language tutor, and roadie for the Chippendales, just to name a few. He currently resides in the Netherlands and is patiently plotting a return to greener pastures.
55 Articles
The Gateway to a New World
Travel log of a weekend in Seville and an ironic encounter that would prompt a much-needed refresher course in grade...
Free Brewer, Free Country
A firsthand account of an evening spent in soul-destroying company that would have been even worse were it not for...
Not A Girly Drink?
An exploration of feminine influences in ancient brewing practices that began with a readiness to give the Cherry Chouffe a...
An Alternative Alhambra Tale
Travel log of a visit to Granada, home of the Alhambra and source of some fine brews that were named...
The Störtebeker Saga
A résumé of Störtebeker, a legendary figure from German folklore, and the craft beer brewery that bears his name.
A Bridge of Bavarian Beers
An homage to some of the Bavarian beers capable of bridging a generation gap, drawing special attention to a pair...
Get Your Story Straight
A series of succinct reviews on some of the Netherlands' up-and-coming craft breweries and the identities they choose to portray.
That Time of Year
How does one mark the coming of Spring? By stepping out into the sunshine and cracking open a bottle of...
The Battle of the Belgian Blondes
Affligem Blond vs. Leffe Blond - Which of these fine Belgian Blondes would prove to be the more welcome distraction...
A Day in Berlin
A detailed reconstruction of a tour of East Berlin on foot, featuring Flensburger Pilsener, Rothaus Tannenzäpfle and Augustiner Helles.
A Delicate Balance
A condensed recollection of an irksome adventure at the Vietnamese coast, initiated by an appreciation of Saigon Special lager beer.