PEPOWN to Host Sun2Diner POP UP CHEF: Burger and Three Pairing Beers on April 1
At PEPOWN in Chigasaki, Sun2Diner’s POP UP CHEF will be held on Wednesday, April 1. Along with a burger made with a hand-ground 100% beef patty, three beers were introduced as pairing options: Passific IPA, Lacid, and Sierra Nevada Pale Ale.
Hop BroYou know how Sun2Diner’s POP UP CHEF is coming to PEPOWN in Chigasaki on Wednesday, April 1? It runs from noon at 12:00 until 23:00 at night, so it’s easy to stop by for lunch or after work.
MugiWait, it runs that long!? Being able to eat burgers from noon all the way into the night is basically perfect!
Hop BroAnd the star is an authentic California burger made with a hand-ground 100% beef patty. The key thing is that 100% beef patty, because that meaty punch is strong enough not to get overshadowed by the beer.
MugiWhat do you mean, not get overshadowed by the beer? "Meaty punch" sounds way too professional all of a sudden!
Hop BroBasically, it means the flavors have a clear outline, right? In a burger like the "Mac'n'Pork Burger" this time, with macaroni and cheese and pulled pork on top, it pairs well with beers that have bitterness and toasty character instead of clashing with them.
MugiWhat is that, a burger on top of a burger? The name "Mac'n'Pork Burger" already sounds incredibly indulgent!
Hop BroI’m also curious about the other one, the "Jerk Chicken." It’s marinated in Sun2Diner’s special spices and finished over charcoal, so the aroma and spice should really stand out, and IPA seems like a perfect match.
MugiWhen I hear IPA, I think of bitterness, but does it really go with charcoal-grilled chicken? That’s a little unexpected!
Hop BroIt does. This time there are "three pairing beers": Passific IPA, Lacid, and Sierra Nevada Pale Ale. With the hop character of the IPA, the acidity of Lacid, and the balance of the Pale Ale, you can enjoy different expressions of the burgers and chicken.
MugiHuh! But what exactly is Lacid? When you say it has an "acidic accent," I get even more curious...!
Hop BroIt’s easy to picture if you imagine a refreshing, sour-leaning character. Plus, PEPOWN is a directly operated old-house renovation space, so it’s nice to be able to drink slowly in that kind of atmosphere. Since they also offer takeout, you can enjoy it leisurely inside or take it home.
MugiWow, now I’m hungry already! If I can enjoy it both inside and as takeout, I’d want to start with a burger and a beer in hand!
Hop BroExactly, this is one of those cases where it’s all about a burger and a drink. If you eat and drink at PEPOWN, you’ll probably end up wanting one more by the time you head home.
MugiYeah, absolutely! It sounds like the kind of night where you’d want one more drink, so just hearing about it makes me want to go out for a beer right now!
At the brewery PEPOWN in Kyoei, Chigasaki City, a POP UP CHEF by Sun2Diner will be held on Wednesday, April 1, from 12:00 to 23:00. The post introduced it as a regular event held on the first Wednesday of every month, with hours set to make it easy to stop by from lunch through the evening.
The food focuses on an authentic California burger made with a hand-ground 100% beef patty. The menu includes the "Mac'n'Pork Burger," which layers macaroni and cheese and pulled pork on top of the beef patty, and "Jerk Chicken," featuring chicken marinated in Sun2Diner’s original spices and finished over charcoal. In addition to burgers, snacks that pair well with beer are said to be available depending on the season.
The beers listed for pairing are:
- Passific IPA / Passific Brewing
- Lacid / Passific Brewing
- Sierra Nevada Pale Ale / Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
The lineup combines local labels that suit a Chigasaki brewery with a classic American pale ale, making for a selection designed to complement burgers and charcoal-grilled chicken.
PEPOWN is known as a directly operated shop in the old-house renovation style near the south exit area of Chigasaki Station, and its playful space design is also a signature feature. Centered on craft beer, it seems well suited to pop-up events like this one as a place where guests can relax and enjoy a meal with their drinks. Takeout is also available, so beyond dining in, there is also the option of enjoying it to go.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroYou know how Sun2Diner’s POP UP CHEF is coming to PEPOWN in Chigasaki on Wednesday, April 1? It runs from noon at 12:00 until 23:00 at night, so it’s easy to stop by for lunch or after work.
MugiWait, it runs that long!? Being able to eat burgers from noon all the way into the night is basically perfect!
Hop BroAnd the star is an authentic California burger made with a hand-ground 100% beef patty. The key thing is that 100% beef patty, because that meaty punch is strong enough not to get overshadowed by the beer.
MugiWhat do you mean, not get overshadowed by the beer? "Meaty punch" sounds way too professional all of a sudden!
Hop BroBasically, it means the flavors have a clear outline, right? In a burger like the "Mac'n'Pork Burger" this time, with macaroni and cheese and pulled pork on top, it pairs well with beers that have bitterness and toasty character instead of clashing with them.
MugiWhat is that, a burger on top of a burger? The name "Mac'n'Pork Burger" already sounds incredibly indulgent!
Hop BroI’m also curious about the other one, the "Jerk Chicken." It’s marinated in Sun2Diner’s special spices and finished over charcoal, so the aroma and spice should really stand out, and IPA seems like a perfect match.
MugiWhen I hear IPA, I think of bitterness, but does it really go with charcoal-grilled chicken? That’s a little unexpected!
Hop BroIt does. This time there are "three pairing beers": Passific IPA, Lacid, and Sierra Nevada Pale Ale. With the hop character of the IPA, the acidity of Lacid, and the balance of the Pale Ale, you can enjoy different expressions of the burgers and chicken.
MugiHuh! But what exactly is Lacid? When you say it has an "acidic accent," I get even more curious...!
Hop BroIt’s easy to picture if you imagine a refreshing, sour-leaning character. Plus, PEPOWN is a directly operated old-house renovation space, so it’s nice to be able to drink slowly in that kind of atmosphere. Since they also offer takeout, you can enjoy it leisurely inside or take it home.
MugiWow, now I’m hungry already! If I can enjoy it both inside and as takeout, I’d want to start with a burger and a beer in hand!
Hop BroExactly, this is one of those cases where it’s all about a burger and a drink. If you eat and drink at PEPOWN, you’ll probably end up wanting one more by the time you head home.
MugiYeah, absolutely! It sounds like the kind of night where you’d want one more drink, so just hearing about it makes me want to go out for a beer right now!
