The article emphasizes the surprisingly complementary relationship between beer and salad, traditionally overlooked in food pairings. Despite beer's reputation as secondary to wine, the craft beer movement showcases its diversity, while salads are often dismissed. Expert Chris Cusack from Betelgeuse Betelgeuse provides insights on creating perfect pairings, advocating for a holistic approach where the entire salad influences the beer choice, not just individual ingredients. Specific pairings like a hearty wedge salad with a West Coast IPA illustrate how to balance flavors effectively for an elevated dining experience.
When pairing a beer with a salad, it's important to think about the whole dish, rather than just one component.
A wedge salad is sharp and rich in equal measure, which can be a lot for most drinks to handle.
For these richer flavors I would pair a West Coast IPA that can stand up to the acid in the pickled onions and the rich blue cheese.
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