Axemann Brewery in the News
July 3, 2020 - Centre Daily Times: "What’s on tap? Centre County’s newest brewery sets opening date after months of renovations"
After nearly a year of work, Rod Stahl’s dream is coming true as Axemann Brewery prepares to open next week.
Starting Wednesday, the brewery will open its taproom, located at 2022 Axemann Road in Spring Township, just outside Bellefonte. Owned and operated by Stahl, the business will be open Wednesday-Saturday from 4-10 p.m., according to a Facebook post.
When Stahl was first introduced to the 104-year-old site, the 20,000-square-foot space needed hefty renovations. After replacing the factory windows, doors and flooring, Axemann now has a bar, tables, brewing equipment and a kitchen for the Blonde Bistro, which has been occupying the space for weeks.
“Crazy and naive are probably the two key elements of doing some of this stuff, but we are very excited ... to be part of what’s going on here at Titan (Energy Park) — the revitalization of this facility,” Stahl said told the CDT in February.
After moving from downtown Bellefonte to the former Cerro Metal Factory, the Blonde Bistro is open Tuesday-Saturday from 11-8 p.m. Axemann and the Blonde Bistro have listed precautions both are taking to ensure customers’ safety online, including increased cleaning and sanitation, employee health screenings, mandatory masking and using disposable containers.
Starting Wednesday, the brewery will open its taproom, located at 2022 Axemann Road in Spring Township, just outside Bellefonte. Owned and operated by Stahl, the business will be open Wednesday-Saturday from 4-10 p.m., according to a Facebook post.
When Stahl was first introduced to the 104-year-old site, the 20,000-square-foot space needed hefty renovations. After replacing the factory windows, doors and flooring, Axemann now has a bar, tables, brewing equipment and a kitchen for the Blonde Bistro, which has been occupying the space for weeks.
“Crazy and naive are probably the two key elements of doing some of this stuff, but we are very excited ... to be part of what’s going on here at Titan (Energy Park) — the revitalization of this facility,” Stahl said told the CDT in February.
After moving from downtown Bellefonte to the former Cerro Metal Factory, the Blonde Bistro is open Tuesday-Saturday from 11-8 p.m. Axemann and the Blonde Bistro have listed precautions both are taking to ensure customers’ safety online, including increased cleaning and sanitation, employee health screenings, mandatory masking and using disposable containers.
June 7, 2020 - StateCollege.com: "With Some Creativity, Centre County Breweries Hold Their Own During Pandemic"
March 2020 - Happy Valley Food Guide: "Great Food, Awesome Brews and Fun Games at Axemann Brewery"
February 6, 2020 - Centre Daily Times: "How developers are hoping the Titan Park revitalization helps make Bellefonte a ‘destination"
February 6, 2020 - Statecollege.com: "Brewery and Restaurant 'Just the Beginning' for Revitalization of Former Cerro Metal Plant"
January 22, 2020 - Brews, Games, Food, Event Space: What to Expect at Bellefonte's Axemann Brewery. Featured in the Centre Daily Times Food & Drink section (article available to subscribers).
September 15, 2019 - Axemann Brewery Owner Rod Stahl was interviewed by the Centre Daily Times. Read more here: https://www.centredaily.com/news/local/community/bellefonte/article234751627.html
Blonde Bistro in the News
September 5, 2019 - Ciara Semack appeared on Central PA Live with interesting ways to prepare grilled cheese:
https://www.wearecentralpa.com/centralpalive/blonde-bistro-grilled-cheese-with-a-twist/
https://www.wearecentralpa.com/centralpalive/blonde-bistro-grilled-cheese-with-a-twist/
Axemann Brewery Featured in the Centre Daily Times
September 15, 2019 - Axemann Brewery Owner Rod Stahl interviewed by the Centre Daily Times.
Axemann Brewery is the Proud Sponsor of the Axemen Rugby Team!
August 16, 2019 - The Jacksonville Axemen Competing for National Championship August 24
The Jacksonville Axemen are South Conference Champions!Axemann Brewery staff met Axemen representative Glenn Spigelmyer at the Selinsgrove Brewfest, igniting a collaboration that will bring a different level of exposure to both groups (stay tuned for more).
The Jacksonville Axemen won the USA Rugby League (USARL) South Conference championship for the second straight year with a tough 28-6 victory over a very competitive Tampa Mayhem in the conference final. The team plays August 24 in Brooklyn, NY for the national championship. Go Axemen! |
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August 14, 2019 - the Brewing Equipment Has Arrived
See our Brewery Construction page for more photos.
Axemann Brewery Announces Collaboration with Blonde Bistro
May 8, 2019 - a Robust Beer & Food Pairing is Coming to Centre County
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Blonde Bistro
Address: 135 S Allegheny St Bellefonte, PA 16823 | (814) 353-4696 Email: Ciara@ciarasblondebistro.com ciarasblondebistro.com |
Axemann Brewery, coming this fall to Titan Energy Park in Bellefonte, PA, is pleased to announce a collaboration with local favorite – Blonde Bistro! Axemann Brewery will be the largest brewery in Centre County with more than 20,000 square feet of space in the former Cerro metal plant, including a brewing operation, taproom, and game room. The facility, currently under construction, will reflect the site’s industrial heritage and capitalize on the quiet streamside setting.
The Blonde Bistro, a highly ranked food establishment, features local fare and fabulous flair with Chef Ciara Semack, a lifelong resident of Centre County who has turned her cooking experience into not only a successful restaurant business, but also a bi-weekly column and live chef appearances. Beer-inspired appetizers, sandwiches, and entrees will be available for “take-out” to enjoy throughout the taproom and gaming areas of the Brewery. Patrons will be able to enjoy Axemann beer and Blonde Bistro cuisine in both indoor and outdoor spaces overlooking Logan Branch creek.
Axemann Brewery will feature Blue Stripe Beer, a Kolsch-style beer known for “everyday excellence”. Blue Stripe and other beers influenced by the German beer culture will be available for takeout as well as in the taproom with the food pairings and local spirits.
Axemann Brewery will feature Blue Stripe Beer, a Kolsch-style beer known for “everyday excellence”. Blue Stripe and other beers influenced by the German beer culture will be available for takeout as well as in the taproom with the food pairings and local spirits.
Chef Ciara Semack Featured on Channel 10 Live!
Blonde Bistro Demonstrates One of Many Beer-Inspired Recipes
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Chef's tip: Make sure your co-host doesn't drink all the beer!
Blonde Bistro Debuts Axemann Sweet & Spicy Shrimp
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