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Philly Beer Week brings many opportunities to experience the best of Philadelphia food and beer simultaneously.
(Photo by G. Widman for GPTMC)

Philly Beer Week 2011 has assembled a triumvirate of taste with “The Chef, The Brewer, and The Farmer,” a new dinner series that brings together the region’s most talented brewers, Philadelphia’s awesome chefs and the best farmers around.

A foodie dream come true, the series takes place during Philly Beer Week, from June 5 to June 12. Reservations are an absolute must, as the dinners are expected to sell out in advance. Call the restaurant directly to book a table and for more information. That is, once you’re able to narrow down the options from this amazing line-up.

We’ve also included some top picks for beer dinners during Philly Beer Week outside of the featured series.

“The Chef, The Brewer, and The Farmer”

• Osteria: Sunday, June 5, 5:30 p.m. Chefs Marc Vetri and Jeff Michaud, Carol and Jodi Stoudt of Stoudt’s Brewing Company, and Ian Brendle of Green Meadow Farm are working on a sure-to-be-amazing menu, which will be announced closer to the event. $100/person.

• JG Domestic: Tuesday, June 7, 7 p.m. Chef Jose Garces, Casey Hughes of Flying Fish Brewing Company and an as-yet-to-be-determined farmer dish up seven courses, each paired with one of Flying Fish’s exclusive “Exit Series” beers, which are cleverly named for the exits of the New Jersey Turnpike. This is the first time all the Exit beers will be available in one place! $75/person.

• Fork: Wednesday, June 8, 6:30 p.m. Bill Covaleski of Victory Brewing Company will be slinging brews spiked with local herbs from Ian Brendle of Green Meadow Farm, with a four-course dinner provided by Chef Terence Feury. $45/person.

• Southwark: Thursday, June 9, 7 p.m. Paul and Ember Crivellaro of Country Time Farms will be bringing “the best pork you’ll ever taste” for a four-course dinner prepared by Chefs Sheri Waide and Nick Macri, paired with brews selected by Brian O’Reilly of Sly Fox. $65/person.

• South Philadelphia Tap Room: Saturday, June 11, 4-8 p.m. Indulge in a fried chicken cookout with chicken from Steve Gold of Murray’s Chicken Co-Op. Grab a heaping plate of fried chicken (or mac and cheese for vegetarians) and coleslaw cooked up by Chef Scott Schroeder, and wash it down with a pint of Kenzinger from Josh Ervine, John Rehm, Ben Schamberg and Dean Browne of Philadelphia Brewing Company (PBC). $8/person.

• Marathon Restaurant: Sunday, June 12, 2-6 p.m. A succulent outdoor pig roast with an all-you-can-eat spread of pork dishes by Chef Marlon Rambaran, accompanied by produce harvested by Adam Hill of Marathon Farm, teamed with brews picked by Tom Kehoe from Yards Brewing Company, plus live music all day…what could be better? $35/person.

We’ve got information on other Philly Beer Week dining events, below, at places like The Farmer’s Cabinet, Good Dog, Amis, Memphis Taproom and more.

Other Philly Beer Week Beer Meals

• Pub on Passyunk East, POPE: Friday, June 3, 7 p.m.-1 a.m. Meet owner/brewer Matt Allyn of Voodoo Brewery for a special dinner menu featuring Haitian, West African and New Orleans-styled entrees to be paired up with superb Voodoo beers on draft. Pay as you go.

• Bridget Foy’s: Friday, June 3-Saturday, June 12, 4-10 p.m. Enjoy a three-course Philly Foods/Philly Brews Menu, with dishes like Jersey Tomato & Corn Gazpacho paired with Flying Fish Farmhouse Ale, Hoagie Salad paired with Philadelphia Brewing Co. Walt Wit and Herr’s Crusted Fish and Chips with Kenzinger Beer Batter paired with (duh) Philadelphia Brewing Co. Kenzinger. $35/person.

• City Tavern: Friday, June 3-Thursday, June 9, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Chef Walter Staib created a four-course 18th Century menu inspired by Yards Brewing Company’s Ales of the Revolution, ales which are based on the original recipes from some of our nation’s most popular founding fathers. $49.95/person.

• Continental Restaurant and Martini Bar: Saturday, June 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Savor brunch specials alongside Prism Brewing’s one-of-a-kind bacon-chocolate beer, Isana Stout. For an even more decadent treat, try it in the Chocolate Bacon Beer Float. Pay as you go.

• The Farmer’s Cabinet: Sunday, June 5, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Known for their rare European taps, the newly opened Farmer’s Cabinet will showcase more distinct brews that have never before been tapped in the city. Along with a variety of brunch items, mussels and frites will be served to pair with the beers. Pay as you go.

• Good Dog: Sunday, June 5, 6-10 p.m. Yowza: eight Iron Hill Locations, eight head brewers, eight beers paired with eight courses. All eight brewers will be on hand to discuss the beers that were brewed specifically for this event. $100/person.

• Nodding Head Brewery and Restaurant: Monday, June 6, noon-3 p.m. Join Dogfish head brewer Sam Calagione, and Sean Paxton, the Homebrew Chef, for lunch. Beers from Dogfish Head and Nodding Head will be paired with great food, all accompanied by classic tunes. $60/person.

• Amis: Monday, June 6, 6-9 p.m. Enjoy a four course dinner with Tom Kehoe of Yards Brewing Co., where he’ll pour some bourbon barrel-aged selections and interesting one-offs alongside an ale-inspired menu from Chef Brad Spence. $85/person.

• Valanni: Tuesday, June 7, 5-10:30 p.m. Four Troegs beers will be paired with four bacon-centered tapas. $40/person.

• MidAtlantic Restaurant & Tap Room: Wednesday, June 8, 6 p.m.-12 a.m. Chef Daniel Stern and Stone Brewing Company join forces in a “Nose to Tail” Roast creating what is sure to be a memorable evening of food and beer. Cost TBD.

• Memphis Taproom: Thursday, June 9, 6-9 p.m. Enjoy a five-course Vegan dinner paired with five Vegan beers. $75/person.

• Trolley Car Diner & Deli: Thursday, June 9, 6-9 p.m. Trolley Car Diner is partnering with Weyerbacher Brewing Company to serve a five-course dinner. The event starts with live music for a beer and cheese happy hour followed by four more courses, topped off with giveaways and a selection of more than 250+ beers to mix & match your own take-home sixpack. $50/person.

• Percy Street Barbecue: Thursday, June 9, 7-10 p.m. Enjoy a five-course meal paired with Oskar Blues craft cans at this “Dinner In a Can” event. Soft shell crab with smoked eggplant and pickled peach? Yes, please. Cost TBD.

• Hawthornes: Sunday, June 13, 6:30-9 p.m. Close out Beer Week with a four courses/five beers beer pairing dinner. Featured beers will be from the vault and cellar of the Shelton Brothers private collection. Several brewers will also be on hand. $85/person.

Check out the official Philly Beer Week guide to beer dinners/brunches for the full list.

The Chef, The Brewer, and The Farmer
When: June 5-June 12
Where: Various restaurants and bars around the city
Cost: $8-$100
More info: www.phillybeerweek.org