Ryan Woldt

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Ryan Woldt is a Food & Beverage management consultant, writer and entrepreneur based in Southern California. His first craft beer was a New Glarus Spotted Cow at John’s Bar in Columbus, WI, given to him by his future father-in-law. It changed the trajectory of his life and career. If you see him there is a 100% chance he has a notebook and pen on him somewhere.

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Last call for Cheers! North County

Ryan WoldtOctober 17, 2023October 17, 2023

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Thank you for spending a few minutes with the words I’ve been writing each week. I’ve been honored to share my experiences and thoughts with...

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Bagby Beer, Viewpoint Brewing face off in North County patio finale

Ryan WoldtOctober 10, 2023October 10, 2023

October 10, 2023October 10, 20230303

In the beginning, there was one beer on one patio. A pint of White Sage IPA at Blue Fire Brewing spawned one idea. Who would...

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Patio War: Oceanside Brewing takes on Shoots Fish & Beer

Ryan WoldtOctober 3, 2023October 3, 2023

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Oceanside Brewing Company, a popular local hotspot for music, was one of the most pleasant surprises in the first round of this brewery patio adventure....

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Brews aplenty at the Great American Beer Festival

Ryan WoldtSeptember 26, 2023September 26, 2023

September 26, 2023September 26, 20230217

Have you ever wanted an interlude? How nice would it be to take a moment to pause the chaos, feel the relaxation so often absent...

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Bean Journal: Captain’s Grounds Coffee

Ryan WoldtSeptember 26, 2023

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Where: Captain’s Grounds Coffee, 1832 S. Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054 Open: Daily 6 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily What: Hot Matcha Latte with Honey...

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Bean Journal: Steady State Roasting

Ryan WoldtSeptember 18, 2023September 26, 2023

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Where: Steady State Roasting, 2562 State St., Suite G, Carlsbad, CA 92008 Open: Daily 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM What: Batch Brew Black Coffee: Space...

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San Diego Brewers Guild’s Erik Fowler talks Great American Beer Fest

Ryan WoldtSeptember 18, 2023September 19, 2023

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I’m headed to Denver for the Great American Beer Fest this week. It’s a long weekend celebrating great beer from around the country, but you...

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Patio Challenge: Brewers Deck vs. Black Plague Brewing

Ryan WoldtSeptember 18, 2023

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The Brewers Deck in Del Mar stacks the deck with three breweries against Escondido’s Black Plague Brewing, whose distinctive vibe sets them apart. Breweries are...

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Patio Battle: New English Brewing vs. Eppig’s Bierhalle (Vista)

Ryan WoldtSeptember 11, 2023September 11, 2023

September 11, 2023September 11, 20230281

New English Brewing is south of state Route 56. I know that, you know that. But despite being slightly out of bounds, they made this...

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Patio Battle: Helia takes on Del Mar’s Viewpoint Brewing

Ryan WoldtSeptember 5, 2023September 5, 2023

September 5, 2023September 5, 20230577

We’re deep into round two of our brewery patio competition. Things are about to get fast, furious and unrelated to an unnamed film about a...

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Bean Journal: The Coffee Cart Café

Ryan WoldtSeptember 5, 2023

September 5, 20230274

Where: The Coffee Cart Café, 11575 Sorrento Valley Rd Suite 201, San Diego, CA 92121 Open: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM Monday – Friday What:...

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Bean Journal: [REDACTED]

Ryan WoldtAugust 28, 2023

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Where: X [REDACTED], Unknown Location, North County Open: Daily at 7 a.m. What: Espresso shot, medium roast with flavor notes of sweet, syrupy, and rich...