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BBC News
3 days ago
- BBC News
The European nation pioneering 'beer diplomacy'
For the last six years, the globe's top beer tourism destination has been quietly inviting brewers to the Czech Republic to teach the world how to drink properly. The beer drinking began at 10:39am. Twenty brewers had just walked into a bar – a bar in a brewery in the Czech Republic, one of the world's great beer-making nations. I held up my mug of burnt-orange-hued pilsner, a three-finger-wide layer of foam crowning the top, and clinked glasses with Liam Taheny, a craft brewer from South Australia. When I asked him what impressed him most about Czech beer culture, he didn't hesitate. "The knowledge of beer and everything related to beer here is just astounding," he said. "You mean when you talked to Czech brewers?" I asked. "I am talking about ordinary people," he said. "They talk about beer the way only, say, a head brewer or a total beer geek might back in Australia." Taheny, head brewer at Brightstar Brewing, was one of 20 brewers from Australia, Canada and the United States recently invited by the Czech Ministry of Agriculture to spend five days soaking up Czech beer culture. But it wasn't just a daze of imbibing beer. The itinerary included meeting macro and microbrewers, hops farmers, bartenders and pub owners – all part of the Czech government's experiment in "beer diplomacy". The Czech Republic – and specifically Bohemia, its westernmost region – has long been famous for its pivo (beer). After all, locals have been brewing the sudsy stuff here since at least 993 CE. Czechs consume more beer per capita than any other nation on Earth (and nearly twice as much as the second-most beer-loving nation, Austria); and in many places in the country, beer is cheaper than bottled water. No wonder the nation touts itself as the world's top beer tourism among true beer aficionados, Czech lager has long been relatively underrated, overshadowed by Belgian ales, Bavarian brews and the global IPA boom. You could chalk it up to the region's tumultuous past century: 41 years behind the Iron Curtain meant Czech beers were hard to find abroad, and in the decades since communism ended in 1989, Czech breweries had to privatise and modernise, updating their brewing technology. But things are changing, and lagers – especially Czech-style lagers – are finally starting to get more recognition. Since 2019, a network of diplomats and brewers have been quietly working behind the scenes to advance the awareness of Czech beer and inspire foreign brewers to make authentic Czech-style lager: crisp, full-bodied with bitter tones, often with a buttery after taste and poured with large foamy head. The Ministry of Agriculture is not keeping statistics, but since the government began welcoming brewers from around the world, Czech-style lagers from craft brewers have been popping up across North America. (Australian brewers were only recently added to the annual beer summits.) It's a strategy reminiscent of Thailand's Global Thai Program, a form of edible soft power that was launched in 2002 to promote Thai restaurants and cuisine abroad. That effort led to a boom in Thai eateries around the world and helped put Thailand on the global culinary map. At the programme's start, there were 5,500 Thai restaurants outside Thailand; by October 2023 there were nearly 17,500, according to some estimates. The Economist quickly coined the term "gastro-diplomacy". And now the Czech Republic is following in Thailand's footsteps with its six-year-old mission of "beer diplomacy". After all, the thinking goes, unlike Thai cuisine, Czech food isn't exactly a big hit with foreigners. But one thing the Czechs do well is make beer. I got the chance to see the programme in action when I was invited to join the brewers for a few nights. One evening, we crammed into a small craft brewery and taproom called Pioneer Beer in the northern Bohemian town of Žatec, home to the highly sought-after Saaz hops that have been essential ingredients in Czech-style lagers since Pilsner Urquell created the world's first golden lager in 1842. The brewers gravitated to head brewer Michal Havrda and began peppering him with questions, throwing around terms like "decoction" and "flocculation". A few days later, they had spirited conversations with Vaclav Berka, Pilsner Urquell's now-retired beer master in the town of Plzeň, as well Adam Brož, the current head brewer at Budvar in České Buděvice, two of the biggest breweries in the like this:• The surprising wellness trend based on beer• Where people drink beer for breakfast• Germany's sophisticated alternative to Oktoberfest They also spent time at Lukr, an innovative beer tap-making company in Plzeň, who make side-pull taps that better regulate the flow of beer, allowing the finished pour to have that classic, creamy, thick head of foam that is so characteristic of Czech beer. "If you pour it right with a proper head, the foam is going to add a sweetness and creaminess to your drink that will remain on your palate all the way to the bottom of your glass," explained Ondřej Rozsypal, Lukr tap master and 2022 Master Bartender of the Year. When Lukr began selling their specialty Czech lager taps in 2015, they sold a dozen to North America. Now they sell up to 2,000 a year to bars and tap rooms across the US and Canada – and the beer diplomacy efforts are one reason for the increase in popularity. A few days earlier, at the popular gastropub Lokál in Prague, we met Lucie Janečková, a manager at the Institut Pivo, where she teaches courses on proper beer pouring methods and gives beer-focused tours in Prague. "It makes me really sad to see a bartender destroying beer with a bad pour," she said. "Czech beer culture is all about respecting the process of serving the beer and we're trying to teach that to foreign beermakers and tapsters because we've been doing this pretty much longer than anyone else in the world." As the demonstration at Lukr showed, Czechs revere the beermaking process – and this new initiative is the latest example of how this beer-loving nation is teaching the world how to drink properly. "You have to be really good at brewing to make a very good Czech-style beer. And that's exactly what they do here," said Meghan Michels, a brewer at Holy Mountain Brewing Company in Seattle, Washington. "They've been doing it for centuries. You really have to come here and taste the real thing to get a true sense of how Czech lager should taste." Ryan Moncrieff, owner and head brewer of Rafter R Brewing Company in Maple Creek, Saskatchewan, agreed. "We have Czech beer in Canada and it just doesn't taste the same. It's never very fresh," he said. "From a brewer's perspective, the only way to know the true taste of Czech beer is to go to the source. That way, if a Czech person comes to my brewery and says, 'this tastes like home', I'm going to know that I nailed it." The truth is, that like a lot of consumed products, Czech beer doesn't travel well. While these brewers can try their best to replicate authentic Czech brew, this hard truth debunks the great gospel of globalisation, that in the developed world we can get whatever we want, when we want. Yet, to experience Czech beer as it was truly made, you have to head to the Czech Republic. But what the Czech government's programme will ultimately do is to inspire a deeper curiosity from beer drinkers about what it's like to taste Czech beer in the Czech Republic. As I held a freshly poured lager, I toasted my new friend, Taheny, and he said, "Here's to our eventual return to the Czech Republic!" -- For more Travel stories from the BBC, follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram.
Time Out Dubai
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
Enjoy poolside fun under the stars at Bohemia Beach Club
If chilling by the pool is your entire personality and Dubai summers have put a damper on your going-out plans, we're here to share good news. Bohemia Beach Club is making it possible to enjoy a dip after dark. That's right – you can float in a glass-lined infinity pool with the city skyline on one side, the sea breeze on the other and a chilled drink in hand, all without breaking a sweat. Nestled right on the beachfront, this open-air spot blends laid-back daytime lounging with stylish nighttime energy. And the star of the show? A glass-lined infinity pool that seems to spill into the horizon – the kind you'll want to linger in long after the sun dips. One of Dubai's favourite beach clubs is gearing up for summer and from the looks of what's on offer, you'll want to check it out. Moonlight splash On Thursdays and Saturdays, 7pm onwards, Bohemia takes on a new personality. Expect soft lighting, curated house music, the gentle hush of the waves and an after-dark pool experience that lets you float beneath the stars. Open daily for daytime dips, the pool also welcomes night owls from 7pm on those key nights, offering a unique swim under the moonlight with open-air beachfront views. Hustle & harmony Regular programming continues on Friday with the banger Hustle & harmony taking place by the pool from 7pm. Dance to a soundtrack of hip hop, RnB and throwback favourites from a rotating lineup of DJs including DJ TJ, Jax, Devon Kosoko, Skinny Loop and Taya Kruzz. Whether you're poolside or in the water, this is a weekend warm-up with just the right dose of groove. Pro tip? Start your evening early with the pre-party brunch that offers unlimited house drinks and a curated gourmet platter for Dhs199. Bohemia Sunday brunch Sundays are all about beachside indulgence, and the Bohemia Sunday Brunch delivers just that. A sharing-style Nikkei menu, bottomless soft drinks and deep house beats set the tone from 1pm to 5pm. As the afternoon drifts on, handcrafted mixed drinks and golden views of the shoreline make for a Sunday that's a little different – elevated, relaxed and just the right side of fancy. This brunch starts at Dhs289. Whether you're chasing the sun or floating under the stars, Bohemia Beach Club is ready when you are. Moonlight splash: Thu and Fri 7pm onwards, Hustle & Harmony: Every Fri 7pm till late, Sunday brunch: Dhs289. Every Sun 1pm-5pm. Open daily. 11am till late. FIVE Palm Jumeirah, @bohemiabyfive (04 455 9989).
Globe and Mail
27-05-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Scientific Industries to Participate in the Lytham Partners Spring 2025 Investor Conference on May 29, 2025
BOHEMIA, N.Y., May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Scientific Industries, Inc. (OTCQB: SCND), a life sciences tool provider, and a developer of digitally simplified bioprocessing products, announced it will participate in a webcast presentation and host one-on-one meetings with investors at the Lytham Partners Spring 2025 Investor Conference, taking place virtually on Thursday, May 29, 2025. Company Webcast The webcast presentation will take place at 12:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, May 29, 2025. The webcast can be accessed by visiting the conference home page at or directly at The webcast will also be available for replay following the event. 1x1 Meetings Management will be participating in virtual one-on-one meetings throughout the event. To arrange a meeting with management, please contact Lytham Partners at 1x1@ or register for the event at About Scientific Industries, Inc. Scientific Industries (OTCQB: SCND), is a life science tool provider. It designs, manufactures, and markets laboratory equipment, including the world-renowned Vortex-Genie ® 2 Mixer and Torbal ® balances, and bioprocessing systems under the product name DOTS. Scientific Industries' products are generally used and designed for research purposes in laboratories of universities, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers, and pharmacies. To learn more, visit About Scientific Bioprocessing, Inc. Scientific Bioprocessing, Inc. (SBI) is dedicated to pioneering digitally simplified bioprocessing by providing actionable insights from lab to production floor. With a broad portfolio of state-of-the-art bioprocess sensors and actuators as well as innovative data analytics software, SBI helps scientists and engineers in bioprocessing to monitor and control critical process parameters and product quality attributes. SBI is a subsidiary of Scientific Industries Inc. (SCND-OTCQB) To learn more, visit Safe Harbor Statement Statements made in this press release that relate to future events, performance or financial results of the Company are forward-looking statements which involve uncertainties that could cause actual events, performance or results to materially differ. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any of these statements. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as to the date hereof. Accordingly, any forward-looking statement should be read in conjunction with the additional information about risks and uncertainties set forth in the Company's Securities and Exchange Commission reports, including our annual report on Form 10-K.
National Post
09-05-2025
- National Post
'Grime and filth': Man charged with animal cruelty after nearly 100 cats found in home, dozens dead
A New York man has been charged with animal cruelty after nearly 100 cats — dozens of which were dead — were found in his home last weekend. Article content Article content The 75-year-old man was arrested on May 6 after detectives from the Suffolk County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) arrived at his residence in Bohemia, a Long Island community. He faces 18 misdemeanour counts of cruelty to animals and animal neglect, according to Chief of the Suffolk SPCA Roy Gross. Article content Article content View this post on Instagram A post shared by SPCA of Suffolk County, NY (@suffolk_spca) Article content Article content Authorities received a complaint 'of dozens of cats living in poor, squalid conditions as well as many deceased cats in a freezer,' according to a Facebook post by the SPCA. Article content Article content When detectives arrived at the property on May 3, they found the man with the animals that he allegedly neglected while they were in his care. The man and the cats were living amongst 'wet urine, smeared feces, grime, and filth covering the floors, walls, and stairs.' Article content 'The overpowering foul odours of feces, rot, grime, and ammonia were so severe' that the SPCA requested a hazmat team and backup from the fire department. After conducting an evaluation of the air and structure, fire mashals found high readings of ammonia gas inside the home. The residence was deemed unfit for human occupancy. Article content In the freezer, detectives from the SPCA 'found multiple wrapped items' that contained more than twenty deceased kittens. Article content The New York Post reported that the man lived in the home with his late wife for 30 years, but she died a few weeks ago. A neighbour told the publication that cats were attracted to the residence because the pair would put out food. Gross told the N.Y. Post that if convicted, the man would be added to a registry preventing him from owning a pet for five years.
Washington Post
08-05-2025
- Washington Post
New York man charged after nearly 70 live cats and two dozen dead kittens are found in his home
BOHEMIA, N.Y. — A suburban New York man has been charged with animal cruelty after authorities say they found nearly 100 cats in his home, including about two dozen dead kittens in a freezer. The man, 75, surrendered Wednesday to detectives with the Suffolk County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals at a local police precinct, the nonprofit organization said. He was charged with 18 misdemeanor counts of cruelty to animals and animal neglect and ordered to appear in court on May 23.
