The Churn: Orchestral Beer and More

Becca Dilley / Heavy Table
Becca Dilley / Heavy Table

Jason DeRusha reflects on cooking competition culture. The brewer / musicians behind Boom Island are creating a beer to benefit the Musicians of the Minnesota Orchestra and are looking for help to name it. The Growler profiles Mike Lundell of Summit Brewing Company (pictured above). And Apple Valley’s Spoon bar and restaurant loses its liquor license after a contentious city council meeting.