Blue Belly Shutters; PW Writers Sample Dog Food

QUEEN VILLAGE — Sad news: Blue Belly BBQ has closed, according to reports first put forward by the Passyunk Post. Zagat Philly followed up for a few more details on the shutter, reporting that owners Gene and Amy Giuffi (who also own nearby Cochon) plan to hold onto the space in hopes of rebooting with a new concept. [P'yunk Post/Zagat]

SOUTH STREET — This Saturday, April 19, will see the return of Split Thy Skull to Tattooed Mom from 1 to 6 p.m. The ever-popular event celebrates barleywine ales, gathering up a dozen or so top-flight examples of the high-octane style. Sounds like Troegs Flying Mouflan is on tap, and if you follow them on Twitter you might get a few more hints as to what else will be making an appearance. [EaterWire]

WTF YO — Ever wanted to know what it would look like if a bunch of Philadelphia Weekly writers gathered at the table to eat dog food? No? Too bad! [PW]