Tröegs Fall Harvest Beer Dinner at Ernest & Scott Taproom!

On November 9th starting at 6 PM, head over to Ernest and Scott Taproom for an unforgettable Fall Harvest Beer Dinner featuring Troegs beer pairings! Your taste-buds will be delighted with 4 filling courses and hors d'oeurves! 

If you are unfamiliar with Troegs, lets us fill you in! They are an independent brewing company most famous for their Mad Elf Christmas Ale. Homegrown in Hershey, PA their facility has two brewhouses, one for daily production and another smaller pilot brew system for research and development beers. They take food as seriously as their beers and have a snack bar on-site. 175 associates ensure each beer is as mouth-watering as the next. 

Just like Troegs, Ernest and Scott Taproom prides themselves in homegrown, fresh and interesting food. If you haven't been yet, this an excellent opportunity to take advantage of an incredible evening at an incredible price! 

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Post by Julia Mason of Enthusiasm Lab

Excellent Customer Service with a Side of Jazz Music: Meet "Billy" of the Nomad Bar

When customers walk into The Nomad Bar, they usually see William Cerasari, known as “Billy,” behind the polished wooden bar. With a nod and a slight smile, he greets you as he mixes cocktails and pours microbrews.  “I am enlightened every time I come to work,’’ said the Salesianum School graduate. “People seem so much more intelligent after a few alcoholic beverages.”

At age 21 he answered an ad in the News Journal for a bartending position on the Lady Christina cruise ship. That was 32 years ago and although the ship no longer exists, Billy is still pouring.  “It seemed like a good way to make extra cash,” said Billy, 53. Today, he is a familiar face to long-time residents, who have known him from his many years in the Wilmington bar scene.

“Billy came with the bricks,” said Linda Vandever, who co-owns The Nomad Bar along with her husband, Dave Vandever. The couple spent 18 months renovating the space before opening the bar in 2011. When everything was ready, Dave knew he wanted Billy serving the drinks. “A friend said he’s the guy you want,” said Dave.

Billy said he has always enjoyed the live music that came with bartending.  The Nomad Bar, where there is never a cover, features talented jazz musicians, along with performers who play blues, reggae, and funk. The music draws a diverse group of folks of all races and ages. For upcoming events, visit their Facebook page. 

The Nomad Bar

905 N. Orange St. Wilmington, DE 19801

(302) 547-1912

Owners: Dave and Linda Vandever

By Adriana Camacho-Church ACCpen1@gmail.com

Downtown Visions Contributing Writer