Beer & Bread & Butter

Beer & Bread & Butter

Author: Michael & Suzanne Teske January 12, 2026 Duration: 50:31

šŸŽ™ļø Episode 97: Beer & Bread & Butter

Welcome to Meeples & Wine, the podcast of board game reviews for couples, with a drink in hand! I’m Michael and I’m joined by Suzy. Today we are balancing our pallets and our game boards with a “harmonious” pairing.

šŸ· The Wine: Bread & Butter California Red Blend

We aren’t overthinking it today! Our pick is the Bread & Butter California Red Blend, a classic everyday red that’s all about relaxed vibes.

  • The Vibe: An affordable crowd-pleaser, usually found for $14–$17 per bottle.
  • Style: A plush, velvety, medium-to-full-bodied blend often heavy on Cab and Petite Sirah.
  • Tasting Notes: We’re getting juicy black plum, dark cherry, and blackberry with smooth layers of chocolate, vanilla, and caramel.
  • Stats: It holds a steady 3.9/5 on Vivino as of 2026.
  • Pairing Tip: Perfect for burgers, pizza, or a cozy movie night.
  • Check it out here: Bread & Butter Wines

šŸž The Game: Beer & Bread

This week we’re hitting the fields with Beer & Bread, a multi-use card game designed for exactly two players.

The Premise

You represent rival villages sharing a monastery’s fruitful lands. Over six years (alternating between “fruitful” and “dry”), you’ll harvest resources, brew beer, bake bread, and upgrade your facilities.

The “Twist” 🄨

Balance is key! At the end of the sixth year, you only score the coins from the category (beer or bread) where you earned the least. If you go all-in on beer and ignore your bread, you’re going to have a bad time.

Quick Stats:

Our Ratings:

  • Michael’s Fun Score: 8/10 22
  • Suzy’s Fun Score: 9.5/10 23
  • Couch Score: 2/5 (Won’t wreck your relationship!)

šŸš€ What Else is Brewing?

  • Kickstarter Spotlight: We’re keeping an eye on Grassfed: A Farm to Tabletop Game from the Ascension team. Check it out on Gamefound.
  • MGC 2026: We will be at the Midwest Gaming Classic again this year (April 25–27)!

šŸ“¬ Contact Us!

What everyday reds are you reaching for this winter? We’d love to hear from you! 27

  • Email: meeplesandwine@gmail.com
  • Socials: Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, LinkedIn
  • Voicemail: (707) 572-5282

See you next time on Meeples and Wine! Buh-Bye!



Every week, Michael and Suzanne Teske turn their dining table into a testing ground for connection and cardboard. Meeples And Wine-Tabletop Games for Couples is their ongoing experiment in pairing a great game with a great drink, all while navigating the unique dynamics of playing as a pair. You’ll hear their real-time reactions as they learn new rules, their strategic banter during play, and their honest post-game debriefs about what worked, what caused hilarious friction, and what truly brought them together. It’s less a formal review and more a live-play session with friends, where the conversation flows as freely as the wine, beer, or spirit they’re sampling that episode. They focus on games that are ideal for two players or work well in a couple’s setting, always with an eye toward shared enjoyment over cutthroat competition. The result is a warm, relatable podcast that feels like an invitation to their table, offering genuine recommendations for your next game night and a companionable audio experience that celebrates leisure, strategy, and partnership. You get a sense of the game’s mechanics, the drink’s profile, and the unscripted laughter that happens when two people prioritize fun. It’s about finding those perfect combinations that make an evening memorable, ensuring the only thing left on the couch at the end of the night is the game box.
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