DECEMBER 2013

Happy Holidays! christmas lights bike 2

Ho! Ho! HO! The holidays are here. And we, at B3, are VERY much in the seasonal spirit. Our 6th annual B3 Christmas Lights Bike Ride is coming up on Saturday, December 14th at 7:00 PM. Together we'll ride our bikes around the neighborhood to look at the beautiful holiday decorations and lights, and then return to the café to share in a little holiday cheer. As part of the festivities we are hosting a toy drive benefiting Parramore Kidz Zone (details below!). Also, after the ride, Santa Claus will be here at the café (we hear he's a fan of this month's seasonal latte). So join us for a truly heart-warming night. Live music by Tommy Copper will add to the fun.

B3's Holiday Hours:

Tue Dec 24: 7 AM - 6 PM

Wed Dec 25: CLOSED (Merry Christmas)

Thu Dec 26: 8 AM - 10 PM

Tue Dec 31: 7 AM - 6 PM

Wed Jan 1: 8 AM - 10 PM (Happy New Year)

December Beers: Cheers to Beers full of Holiday Cheer

The holidays, however hectic, are still an occasion for making time for friends. Come on in with your peeps and catch up with one another. All this month we're serving brews worth bonding over.

Shiner holiday cheer

Shiner Holiday Cheer, TX - Happy Holidays from the "Little Brewery" in Shiner, TX. Shiner Cheer is an Old World Dunkelweizen brewed with Texas peaches and roasted pecans. The malty flavors of this dark wheat ale are enhanced through the use of malted barley and wheat. And Kräusening ensures a smoothness that makes the subtle peach and pecan flavors all the more satisfying. May your days be merry and bright and your Shiner be cold.

Bell's Christmas Ale, MI - Christmas Ale doesn't contain any spices: all of the dry, toasted notes & subtle toffee flavors come from the 100% Michigan-grown barley, custom malted by Briess Malting, while a blend of hops from Michigan & the Pacific Northwest lend earthy, herbal aromas. At 5.5% ABV, it stands as a smooth, highly drinkable beer intended to complement holiday menus, not overshadow them.

Highland Thunderstruck Coffee Porter, NC - This robust porter has a full body with some hints of chocolate from the chocolate malt and midnight wheat. The mild noble hop aroma showcases the roasty flavors and subtle fruit and spice notes of the artisan-roasted Fair Trade/Organic coffee of Black Mountain, NC's Dynamite Roasting Co.

Wine: Team Syrah or Zinfandel? Which Side Are You On?

pinot noir grape

On the surface, Syrah (or Shiraz , as it's known to the Aussies ) and Zinfandel appear to be very similar, BUT, not so fast! There are some nice, subtle differences between the two worth noting. Syrah tends to have blue and black fruit, huge tannin and, in colder climates or with a more Old World style, a distinct gaminess, like venison or pheasant. Zinfandel , on the other hand, has a lot of red fruit and jammy berries and almost always, a lack of significant tannin.

Yet, both can have a huge amount of black pepper in the nose and in the finish (especially "old vine" Zin). Current Zin styles and the New World style of Syrah (wines from the US, Australia , Latin America and New Zealand ) will have incredibly ripe fruit.

Think YOU can taste the difference? This month's wine selections offer you a wonderful opportunity to try.

Delta Luna Zinfandel, Lodi, CA - Medium bodied and fragrant with the scent of blackberries very evident on the nose, along with cherries and currants. A beautiful seasonal wine selection.

Rosenblum Vinter's Cuvee Syrah, CA - Smooth, rich blackberries collide with a hedonistic mustiness of dusty earth and chewy gaminess. The heady aromas of creamy oak and bright, spicy fruit develop a dark profile of boysenberry and black fruit across the palate. The finish is long and silky.

B Creative: Artist Jim Lakey

Looking for a unique holiday gift? Stop by the café and check out the amazing (and affordable) metal and recycled art of B3 favorite Jim Lakey. His art sells FAST so come stake claim on your favorite pieces soon.

veggie platter B3 Platters for the Holidays!

The holiday season is here. Which means soon all of your relatives will show up, invade your space, and eat you out of house and home. Let B3 help with the latter with our tasty crowd-pleasing platters. Or bring the whole gang on over here for a private party (call soon for party reservations).

Seasonal Salad, Sandwich & Soup:

Seasonal SALAD: Spring mix, fresh green apples, dried cranberries, granola and feta cheese. Balsamic vinaigrette served on the side.

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Seasonal SANDWICH: Back by popular demand! Pumpernickel rye bread, avocado, cheddar cheese, tomato, red onion, salt and pepper and 1,000 Island dressing - hot pressed!

Seasonal SOUP: Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Bisque - Smooth red bell pepper puree is simmered with mirepoix vegetables and fire-roasted tomatoes in a rich vegetarian broth highlighted with smoky chipotle and sweet cream.

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In This Issue

December Beers: Cheers to Beers full of Cheer!

Wine: Syrah or Zinfandel?

Artist Open House: Jim Lakey

B3 Party Platters

Seasonal Salad, Sandwich and Soup

Seasonal Treats & Drinks (Winter oatmeal is back!)

B Nice: Parramore Kidz Zone

Facebook

Great Live Music (FREE)

Earth Trivia - Monday

B3 at your door!

Seasonal Treats & Drinks

Whether you've been naughty or nice this year, B3 thinks you deserve a sweet treat. This month we're mixing your favorite holiday flavors into seasonal delights that will set even the iciest heart a'glow. So stop on by and give your taste buds a little present.

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Drink: Holiday Lattes: Jittery Joe's Tour de Force espresso blended with your choice of milk, Monin peppermint syrup, and Ghiradelli chocolate. Also serving egg nog lattes made with real egg nog! These can be made caffeinated or decaffeinated, hot or over ice.

Waffle: B & W Chocolate Walnut: Our fluffy, made to order Belgian waffle topped with white chocolate drizzle, chocolate drizzle, nutrient-packed crunchy walnuts, and fresh whipped cream. Maple syrup served on the side.

Gelato: Peppermint Mocha: Creamy, locally made, all natural chocolate gelato blended with refreshing peppermint.

Winter oatmeal is back for a limited time! Oatmeal topped with raisins, dried cranberries, brown sugar, almonds, honey, granola and cinnamon.

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B Nice:

6th Annual B3 Holiday
Lights Bike Ride

Saturday, December 14th 7:00 PM

(bring a new, unwrapped toy)

This year, as part of our festive annual Holiday Lights Bike Ride event, we are hosting a toy drive benefiting Parramore Kidz Zone (PKZ). Bring an unwrapped, new toy suitable for 14-17 year olds (cos' teens need holiday magic, too). Everyone who brings a toy for the drive will have their name entered in a raffle to win a B3 gift card (because you deserve a gift, too). So, let's spread some holiday cheer! Learn more about PKZ here.

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Follow us on Facebook!

Visit our page and become an official B3 fan. We'll thank you properly by keeping you up-to-date on B3's best events and happenings. Oh, and there will also be Facebook Fan Only discounts and specials.

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Great Live Music - FREE

Saturday December 14th

8:00 PM

Tommy Cooper and Friends

One of the finest steel guitarist in the State and a great entertainer. Sure to be a fun night of rock, country, swing and Christmas music.
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Earth Trivia

Monday December 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30

6:30PM trivia night

The holidays are here. Take a break and come out and PLAY! The weather is cold, so keep your body and your MIND warm at Orlando's best spot for team trivia (B3, of course!). Play by your smartypants self or bring your peeps. The game is divided into rounds of ten questions each. Questions can be about anything under the sun: movies, music, TV, science, sports, geography, word jumbles, identify the pictures, spelling questions and tons more! So come on in and put all of your useless knowledge to good use!

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Ding dong. It's B3 at your door!

we deliver

Got a B3 craving but you're stuck at home or the office? No worries. Now you can have your favorite B3 food delivered right to your door thanks to our delivery partner, Doorstep Delivery. For a minimum order of $12.50 and only a $3.99 delivery charge (depending on your location), Doorstep Delivery will pick up your order from B3 and deliver it to you in no time at all. They also gladly deliver our platters for when you have a larger group to feed. Visit Doorstep Delivery on line for all the details.

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B Well!
Jennifer and Darrell Cunningham
Bikes, Beans and Bordeaux

3022 Corrine Drive, Orlando, FL 32803

www.B3Cafe.com
407.427.1440

$5 Off Any B3 Platter!	May not be used in conjunction with any other offers or discounts. One coupon per customer, per month.
Offer Expires: December 31, 2013