What a rogue and peasant slave am I
Sunday, 11. May 2008, 19:43:28
On my way to Kansas, I stopped overnight in the capital of Iowa and spent the night at a comfy Marriot - at a great rate thanks to Priceline.
Downtown Des Moines is bigger than you'd think, and there was plenty to do to keep me diverted. I particularly enjoyed a visit to a local tavern, "El Bait Shop," which prides itself on having the largest selection of draft microbrews in the entire state. I explored the wonderful world of Rogue Ales, which originate in the hoppy haven of Oregon. Their legendary Shakespeare Stout was intensely rich and mellifluous, while the newly brewed IP2A packed a Belgian-style punch amidst a hint of honey flavoring. The bartender told me that it was 9.5% alcohol content, so probably just as well that it was served in a smaller glass!
El Bait Shop is a pleasant place for quaffing, and the crowd is quite friendly. I found a chatty group of Iowa people who told me about the excitement when the entire world came to Des Moines in January to report upon their primary election campaign. I even met a young investment banker who bought me a few beers and talked about theology and accounting practices. (Who knew that there were young investment bankers in Des Moines!) If you ever find yourself in central Iowa and are desirous of good conversation, I recommend getting over to El Bait Shop and meeting the locals over a brew or two.
http://www.elbaitshop.com/
Downtown Des Moines is bigger than you'd think, and there was plenty to do to keep me diverted. I particularly enjoyed a visit to a local tavern, "El Bait Shop," which prides itself on having the largest selection of draft microbrews in the entire state. I explored the wonderful world of Rogue Ales, which originate in the hoppy haven of Oregon. Their legendary Shakespeare Stout was intensely rich and mellifluous, while the newly brewed IP2A packed a Belgian-style punch amidst a hint of honey flavoring. The bartender told me that it was 9.5% alcohol content, so probably just as well that it was served in a smaller glass! El Bait Shop is a pleasant place for quaffing, and the crowd is quite friendly. I found a chatty group of Iowa people who told me about the excitement when the entire world came to Des Moines in January to report upon their primary election campaign. I even met a young investment banker who bought me a few beers and talked about theology and accounting practices. (Who knew that there were young investment bankers in Des Moines!) If you ever find yourself in central Iowa and are desirous of good conversation, I recommend getting over to El Bait Shop and meeting the locals over a brew or two.http://www.elbaitshop.com/
Sounds lovely though..
By hungryghost, # 12. May 2008, 05:45:18