Philly Beer Scene

If you haven’t been there recently, Triumph of New Hope has made some changes for the better.

There is nothing better than the change of seasons in Bucks County. Just warm enough in the afternoon, and just cool enough at night to throw on your favorite hoodie, maybe even shorts, and take a ride with the windows down, enjoying the brisk fall air while jamming to your favorite songs of the summer before the sleepy winter months approach. Sublime and Jack Johnson just don’t sound right in the middle of December. On a sunny autumn afternoon, I did just this. I threw on some shorts, my favorite old school Phillies hoodie, popped in Dave Matthews Band’s newest CD, and I took the winding ride down River Road to take in the leafy fireworks that autumn in Bucks brings every year. My final destination was Triumph of New Hope. New Hope is a scenic walking district, and if you live in the city, I suggest taking the trip. You have Triumph of New Hope, and right across the bridge you also have River Horse Brewing Co., which offers tours on the weekends.

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Great beer, Wii, and delicious Puerto Rican food

“Neil, you’re up!” “Hold up, I’m eating my baccalitos that pair perfectly with this Rogue Chocolate Stout.” “Fine, I’m bowling for you. Don’t be surprised if you get a gutter ball.” “It’s ok, I already won scoring an order of these baccalitos!” This is what you get during a regular conversation on a normal night at the Institute Bar in Philadelphia, when you mix good beer, good Puerto Rican inspired food, and private Nintendo Wii gaming booths. I agree Wii and beer don’t seem to be the safest combination, but you can’t argue that a game of Wii Sports Bowling doesn’t get a little more intense and exciting after a few drinks. Just make sure you wear the wristband so you don’t send remotes through the TVs.

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