the restaurant had not yet acquired a liquor license ( according to paul , it would be easier to move mohammeds mountain to north carolina than push the license application through the byzantine labyrinth of the north carolina alcoholic beverage commission ) , but it did allow brown bagging , a regional accommodation whereby patrons could bring their own beer or wine in a plain brown bag and the restaurant would provide set upsglasses , ice , and refrigeration as neededfor a nominal charge .