Today is the birthday of Susan Boyle, who describes herself as a “Beverage Consultant and Researcher. Performer, Playwright, freelance Arts Facilitator and maker of Brigid’s Ale.” She makes the Braggot with her sister Judith at Two Sisters Brewing in Kildare, Ireland. We met a couple of years ago judging at the Brussels Beer Challenge and discovered we’re kindred spirits, especially when it comes to frites. Please join me in wishing Susan a very happy birthday.

Having dinner at Boelekewis in Belgium last August.

Susan, Carl Kins, Stephen Beaumont and Chris Swersey in Mechelen.

On a fry crawl in Belgium.

Susan, me, Chris Swersey and Cark Kins at Cantillon.

Outstanding in her field.

As a Viking with her sister Judith at the Kildare Medieval Festival.

Note: Last two photos purloined from Facebook.