The 19th Annual Canadian Brewing Awards were given out on September 18th, 2021, at an event held at the Hilton Québec in Québec City, and brewers from British Columbia took home 40 trophies. The big wins came from the Prairies this year, with a repeat for Alberta with The Establishment Brewing Company taking home Brewery … Continued
If you want to know more about what’s in your pint glass, head out to Locality Brewing in Langley to enjoy quiet, fresh air, and even fresher beer. “Yeast” Van, move aside — Langley is one of the newest craft beer hot spots in BC. The agricultural community here is proving to be an eager … Continued
There’s something about the combination of craft breweries and farmers’ markets that is beautifully wholesome. For some, it’s a combination that brings the community together for fun and connection. For others, it’s like a lifeline and a symbiotic relationship of sorts. Craft beer fans typically have a handful of cherished beer memories. You know the … Continued
Lift a glass to Phillips Brewing for celebrating 20 years in business! What is a true recipe for success? For Matt Phillips, the answer is a great team, doing what you love, quality product, and creativity. These values are why Phillips Brewing is now in its 20th year of business serving Victoria locals and craft beer … Continued
Expats and future travellers: Find a piece of home at BC Ale Trail craft breweries serving British and European beer styles. If you’ve ever moved anywhere far, you’ll know the feeling of missing the little things that make a place feel like home. This can also be a common feeling when travelling — as adventurous … Continued
Earlier this summer, just after regional travel restrictions were lifted, I ticked off a cycling trip I’d been dreaming about ever since the pandemic started. It involved visiting breweries in Delta — Four Winds Brewing and a newer farm-based brewery that had opened nearby early in 2020 called Barnside Brewing. Back in November 2019, I … Continued
Pushing your limits in the great outdoors, then settling in for a sweaty post-effort pint with friends is a feeling like no other. Among the trails in the Comox Valley, it’s a way of life. The Comox Valley is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. A burgeoning food and craft beer scene, easy access to Strathcona’s … Continued
Metro Vancouver restaurants have so much to offer in amazing food and craft beer options. It can be hard to narrow it down, so we’ve done some of the leg work for you! Here are eight noteworthy, diverse Vancouver eateries with solid BC craft beer offerings. When you’re on the hunt for food and beer … Continued
After 16 long months since the first COVID-19 lockdown in March 2020, BC has entered Phase 3 of its Restart Plan. For three days in early July, my husband and I experienced a taste of what the future of our post-pandemic world looks like while exploring Vancouver’s North Shore Ale Trail. Day 1 What better … Continued
Leif and Richard of Hired Guns Creative have been bringing high design to BC’s craft beer scene since its infancy. Their motto? Always judge a beer by its label. For the second instalment of our Artist Behind the Label series, I sat down with Leif Miltenberger and Richard Hatter, cofounders of Hired Guns Creative and talented … Continued