Forget railroad-striped blazers and envelope clutches -- beer cocktails are the real trend right now (and one that even your guy friends will love). They make a nice compromise for those of us not so into straight beer, and can transform the leftovers from your last party into something that you actually want to drink. Beware that adding liquor to... CONTINUE READING 7

It's no secret that we here at Shecky's occasionally like our alcohol out of the glass and cooked straight into a delicious recipe, and with Oktoberfest celebrations popping up all over the country this week, we knew exactly what the scrumptious subject of our next spiked bites round-up just had to be: beer! Whether battered, baked, basted or broiled, food... CONTINUE READING 9

We all like our beer in an ice cold bottle or chilled glass ready for the guzzling, but what about on your face? How about your hair? No, we're not talking about spilling a Bud Light all over yourself (we did enough of that in college!)--we're talking about beer-infused beauty! Flowing from the saloon to the salon, beer has become... CONTINUE READING 14

It's finally Oktoberfest season and that means one thing: it's time to party it up! Planning an Oktoberfest-themed bash is simple and easy, mainly because the top item on the list is beer. The German theme can be as integrated as much as you want, from a lederhosen-only dress code to authentic beer steins to some... CONTINUE READING 14

You’ve got the outfit, you’ve got the soundtrack—now all you need is the party! Summertime’s the best time to invite the friends over for a fun, festive gathering, especially as our backyards basically double as dining rooms. Whether you’re looking to host a large crew or an intimate group of close friends, we’ve got great ideas for giving your party... CONTINUE READING 11

This Father’s Day, give dad a break from the grill and show off your own cooking skills with these delicious dad-approved dishes. Dads are generally pretty easy to please—just give them something with bacon, beer, cheese or a tasty combo of the three, and you have yourself one happy pop. The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach... CONTINUE READING 7

Instead of getting dad a tie for the fifth year in a row this Father’s Day, why not get him something a little more off the beaten path but still seriously awesome and special? From talking grill thermometers for when he’s manning the ‘cue to golf club cooler caddies for summer days spent at the 18th hole, here are a... CONTINUE READING 10

I have a confession—I hate tequila. Seriously, loathe the stuff. One mere sniff of tequila and I wake up the next morning on my bathroom floor wondering where the last ten hours went. My lack of affection for Cuervo & co. makes Cinco de Mayo boozing a bit problematic, as the holiday’s practically soaked in the agave-based spirit. So for... CONTINUE READING 6

Summer (specifically the Fourth of July!) is the perfect time for grilling and chilling, and while it’d be super easy to focus all of your grilling attention on burgers and dogs today, we’re coming at you with some grilled steak recipes, ideal for the warmer temps...especially any potential barbecues you might be hosting today/this evening! Bold marinades, refreshing salads and... CONTINUE READING 11

Holiday weekends wreak havoc with people's budgets. (Did you need another swimsuit? No. Did you buy one? Yes.) But there's a particular spending hazard to beware of during the Fourth of July weekend. Yard sales? Excessive flip-flop purchases? Pedicures? Tiki torches? Guess again. Your big budget buster this weekend is as American as apple pie and fireworks. That's right... Beer! Starting Memorial Day weekend, beer sales start to... CONTINUE READING 9