Fancy Dutch Beer Week

November 12-16 is Fancy Dutch Beer Week at Jimmy's No. 43, featuring Christoffel Blond and Robertus (Bock ) Beer,
Kleine Duimpfe holiday beer, La Trappe Isidor (125th Anniversary) beer- the only trappist brewery outside of Belgium- plus oysters and herring.

Check out all the things you can do to celebrate 5 Dutch Days, but don't do it on an empty stomach, drop by Jimmy's No. 43 first.

All Things Dutch

September is shaping up to be an exciting month at Jimmy's No. 43, and around New York City as well. Watch as NYC goes crazy for anything Dutch!

The 400th Anniversary of Henry Hudson's voyage to New York is upon us and during the week of September 6- 13 there will be a lot of Dutch people hanging out at Jimmy's No. 43. These people will be participating in a job swap program connecting professionals from Amsterdam and New York. Join us on Monday, September 7th (7:00- 10:00 PM) for a party to welcome the Dutch Job Swappers!

During the week of September 13-20 I, (Jimmy Carbone, the Jimmy behind Jimmy's!), will be in Amsterdam hanging out with my dutch hosts, and doing all things bar/beer related. Of course, Jimmy's No. 43 will not rest while I am in Amsterdam- no there will be plenty of celebrating on this side of the pond as well!

On Thursday, September 10 is the Local Oyster and Beer Night (6:00-10:00 PM). Then on Friday, September 11- Sunday, September 13 The Cask Ale Fest to Kick Off NY Craft Beer Week. (Details in the Events Sidebar)

Why Dutch? I have been a big fan of the Christoffel beers from Netherlands for many years. Last November, in tandem with 5 Dutch Days at St Marks Church, I hosted the first annual Fancy Dutch Beer Week. The Shelton Brothers Beer Importers have a few great Dutch craft beers as well, and I tried them. This past June, I co-hosted a Dutch New Herring Night w/ Russ and Daughters and now I'm off to Amsterdam!

So it's true, build it and they will come.

Well Dressed Dutch Eating Herring

How did this happen? Click and view the photos on Serious Eats. Was this the largest gathering ever of Dutch New Herring lovers? Luckily, the New Herring will be around for one more week! Where else but Jimmy's No. 43?!

New Dutch Herring

For a limited time, Jimmy's No. 43 is will be serving new Dutch herring! Christoffel beers from the Netherlands are also featured this week, giving June a little extra Dutch flavor! But, you have to get here soon, because Saturday (6/20/09) marks the last day for new Dutch herring and you don't want to miss out.

An interesting back story to the Dutch beers: even though there are quite a few countries in northern Europe, they (the Dutch) should be fairly common to us New Yorkers. After all, New York has a rich Dutch history. And yet- how many of you are familiar with Dutch customs like " new herring" ? When I asked my friendly beer salesman for a list of the craft Dutch beers last week, he thrice (yes that's 3 times) gave me a list of Danish beers! Yes, there are some Danish craft beers (a few), and there are also some Dutch craft beers. Anyway, to get you in the mood, read this Slashfood posting about the herring.

Local Food Events at Jimmy's No. 43

Friends and Americans! Oh-bamn!

Let's celebrate with some local food events, AND WALK THE TALK:

Don't forget Monday, November 10 at 7:00 PM- Josh Ozersky (aka Mr. Cutlets) joins Wendy Smith of Schoolhouse Kitchen for a Bacon, Beer and Chutney Tasting. Find out why NY Barfly said upon learning of this tasting "...our mouth started to drip in what we can only describe as Homer Simpson fashion." For tickets and information, visit the Jimmy's No. 43 website.

Wednesday, November 12- Harvest Dinner to benefit Just Food, the CSA sponsor!
All night you will find an a la carte menu, good local beers, and interesting people including Jacquie Berger of Just Food. A percentage of all sales will benefit Just Food. Call for a reservation, walk-ins welcome.

November 12- 15- Fancy Dutch Beer Week! Celebrate Dutch Arts and Culture at St. Marks Church then pop over to Jimmy's No. 43 where we are featuring small production, delicious Dutch beers like Christoffel, and 5 others.

Tuesday, November 18-Queens Historical Farm Benefit. Eat, drink, meet interesting folk who attended Slow Food's biannual Terra Madre Conference in Italy and meet Queens Farm Director Michael Robertson. Enjoy Sixpoint Craft Ales on draught! More details to come.

Friday, December 5- Lift a glass to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Repeal of Prohibition!

Tuesday, December 9-Beer and Pickle Pairing. Rick's Picks and Ommegang Beers. Sample five delicious pairings. Check the Jimmy's No. 43 website for info.

Keep checking our site for more information, there's a Scandinavian Beer Party in the works and more mouthwatering events to come!