Brew and Brats; A Baron’s Blissful Bash

The Barony of Selviergard, Oertha—Welcoming Her Highness from a long travel; members of the Barony of Selviergard threw a small activity to help drive the winter’s chill away.  While Baroness’ in the Kingdom of the West have Teas it was determined that Barons have Brews—and Baron Halfdan was quite pleased with all of the food and drinkable items presented on the table which he claimed was “much better than tea.”

A little over twenty people showed up and plenty of food made its way to the groaning board.  From potato salad and bratwurst, from sliced meats and cheeses to pasta salad…there was plenty to eat and the Barony of Selviergard once again proved that if you leave a Selviergard event hungry it is your own fault.

Besides eating vast quantities of food and sampling the different styles of brew; the activity provided ample atmosphere to visit with each other and schmooze the evening away.  The conversations were quite varied, the laughter in great supply, and the company quite amazing as people gathered together and built stronger relationships with each other.

Additionally, there was a bit of live music to help liven up the evening.  Lady Ástríðr Þórudóttir brought her husband along and together they performed some music for us all.

Live music is graciously provided at the Baron’s Brew and Bash activity.  November 4, 2017.  Photograph by Nemonna Vicana.

Feasting upon Spanish Delicacies

The Barony of Winter’s Gate, Oertha—Once per year the Barony of Winter’s Gate holds a served feast in which every year the theme changes…this year Winter’s Gate ventured into the kitchens of Medieval Spain.  The warm hall greeted visitors from near and far, and as the tradition of such an event, there was many conversation to be had by all as people visited with each the other and enjoyed each the others company.

There was still some kitchen preparation for the feast later in the evening, so volunteers helped the staff to ensure that there would be plenty of foods for all.  Apples peeled, pots stirred; there was something for everybody to help with.  Many hands make light work and the act of helping to prepare feast was one of the many fun parts of the event.

Baron Hans of Winter’s Gate helps peel apples at Michaelmas in the Barony of Winter’s Gate.  October 14, 2017.  Photograph by Halfdan Ozurrson.