No Beef, Just Beer

A recent trip to my local Kroger’s made me seriously evaluate the state of the economy.  I was looking for steak, a couple of nice pieces of red meat to celebrate the end of finals.  It’s a simple request, right?  The only selection suitable was ribeye and thin cut New York strip.  No filet mignon, not even sirloin.  I swear I’ve bought sirloin steak from Kroger on other occasions before.  Was it just the selection on that particular day or is the selection truly a reflection of what shoppers are buying these days?

Better news awaited in the beer section.  I just needed something cheap for a chili recipe, but this caught my eye:

Fireman’s #4 Blonde Ale from Real Ale Brewing Company in Blanco, Texas.  I usually have to go to Central Market to get my craft brews, so I was shocked to see this Texas brew at Kroger.  Fireman’s #4 is a light bodied crisp brew with citrusy aroma.  Not too terribly complex, but a solid everyday ale, and definitely a good find for a Kroger trip.

Status of the economy: Not so good for beef, looking up for beer.