From Sidney to Sooke

A 10-day celebration of Vancouver breweries launches this week

New Bridge Brewing lounge set for North Van’s Norgate neighbourhood

B.C.’s beer-story

SFU’s new archive documents the history of craft beer in B.C. Craft beer” and “library archives”—two things not typically mentioned in the same breath.  But for the increasing number of people interested in craft beer’s history, archives are a place […]

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The Growler Guide to the Patron Saints of Beer

Some things in this world are universal. Beer (and beer-like beverages) are one of them.  Dating back to time immemorial, cultures in every part of the world have enjoyed getting their drink on. Some scholars even believe beer gave rise […]

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A Perfect Pairing: Craft Beer and Ultimate Frisbee

Contrary to worn-out stereotypes of the lazy beer drinker, B.C.’s craft beer consumers often spend their days hiking, dancing, or running. But there’s one sport that seems to really click with B.C.’s craft beer community: Ultimate (a.k.a. Ultimate Frisbee). Ultimate […]

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Beer in The ‘Peg

Winnipeg has more than a dozen breweries, along with other great ways to sip and sample craft beer in both indoor and outdoor settings. Although I love living on the West Coast, I have a soft spot for Winnipeg. My […]

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