Beer Brief, Vol. 55
A bulleted briefing of beer news and imminent events, mapped for your crawling pleasure by Thalia Stopa.
A Look Inside ‘Elephant’, Opening Soon on Powell Street.
A new project brought to us by Miki Ellis (Dachi), Stephen Whiteside (Dachi) and chef Justin Ell will offer a omakase-style menu, as well as à la carte dining for walk-ins beginning Friday, December 3, 2021.
CRAFT BEER ATLAS // New West Meets Vancouver Island, With Delicious Results, at This Victoria Brewery
A collaboration between Steel & Oak Brewing and The Drake, Herald Street Brew Works officially opened its doors in the Old Town, mid-December of 2020.
Krampus Does ‘The Dishes’
Krampus takes some time away from his busy holiday schedule to retail his ideal day of eating and drinking in Vancouver, when he's in town.
Take a Look Inside Zarak, Opening Soon in Mount Pleasant
The Tip Out, Vol. 16
Scout's bulleted, easy-to-consume compendium of member news and fresh headlines from the local food and drink scene.
Picking Grapes with Melanie Gravel
The seasoned local Wine Director (Nicli, Origo Club, Bishop's) and current General Manager at Delara Restaurant fields our list of wine-related questions...
How to Do Victoria Deliciously Right This Winter Season
From Schnitzelhaus to Superflux, we've compiled a short list of essential eating and drinking around Victoria during the months ahead.
Picking Grapes with Sam Jonnery
The France-born Sommelier at Gotham Steakhouse & Bar shares his seasonal and perennial wine picks, insight and expertise...
15 Local Craft Ciders to Savour This Fall and Winter
Once again, we've turned to the BC cider community for their recommendations of which ciders to cozy up with during the dreary days and nights ahead...
A Sneak Peek Of What You’ll Find On The Menu At Kin Kao Song
While we didn't stay long enough to work our way through the full menu, we tasted enough to know we are heading back as soon as we can to finish the job. So far, standout dishes include...
Beer Brief, Vol. 54
A bulleted briefing of beer news and imminent events, mapped for your crawling pleasure by Thalia Stopa.
Crêperie and Cider Bar ‘Ça Marche’ To Open Doors This Weekend.
Take a look inside the new restaurant from Au Comptoir's Maxime Bettili.
TRACK & FOOD // Shira Blustein Talks Cookbook Creation, Punk Rock and Running a Restaurant
A fun and informative interview with the owner of Main Street's highly acclaimed vegetarian restaurants, Acorn and The Arbor.
New Vegetarian Restaurant ‘Nightshade’ Coming Soon to Yaletown
Helmed by Chef Chanthy Yen, this new vegetarian restaurant is anticipated to open its doors on Mainland St. in early December.
Kafka’s Coffee Announces New In-House Roasted Coffee Line-Up
After months of roasting on the sly out of the former Agro Roasters spot on Clark Drive, the local coffee chain is now ready to release their own line-up of single-origins and blends...
Inside Mount Pleasant’s Imminent Kin Kao Song
Take a look inside Kin Kao Song, the new project from Kin Kao Commercial Drive owners Terence Feng and chef Tang Phoonchai.
CRAFT BEER ATLAS // The Quirky Family Brewery Providing Year-Round ‘Winter’ Flavours
The second brewing operation to establish itself in Whistler's Function Junction neighbourhood, Coast Mountain Brewing was opened by Kevin and Angie Winter in 2016.
TRACK & FOOD // Talking Worker Shortages With James Iranzad and Ian Tostenson
It's in the news everywhere. Restaurants are hurting for workers. This issue isn't new. In this episode we speak with Gooseneck Hospitality Co-Owner James Iranzad and BCRFA CEO Ian Tostenson.
Picking Grapes with Chase MacLeod
The Sommelier and Operations Manager at Strathcona wine bar, VV Tapas Lounge, fills us in on his BC wine story.
CRAFT BEER ATLAS // The Unassuming North Van Brewery Serving Up Beer and History
Streetcar Brewing's inspiration is the neighbourhood's historic (now obsolete) streetcar system, which earned it its former nickname of the "Streetcar Suburb".
The Tip Out, Vol. 15
Scout's bulleted, easy-to-consume compendium of member news and fresh headlines from the local food and drink scene.
Sam Shem Does ‘The Dishes’
Pastry chef, artist and avid traveller, Sam Shem, takes the reins for this edition of 'The Dishes'.
Get ‘Bitter Together’ at the 2021 Vancouver Radicchio Festival, Oct. 20th
Fans of vegetables (and vegetable puns) cannot miss out on the one-night-only tasting event, hosted by Main Street farm-to-table restaurant, Burdock & Co.
The Tip Out, Vol. 14
Scout's bulleted, easy-to-consume compendium of member news and fresh headlines from the local food and drink scene.
Picking Grapes with Chef and Wine Pro, Vish Mayekar
The Head Chef of Caffe La Tana and Pepino's, and certified wine professional, shares his wealth of grape knowledge and passion for BC wines...
Take Advantage of ‘Whistler Craft Beer Month’ this October
Instead of hitting the slopes, plan on hitting up Whistler's bar and restaurant scene this October, for exclusive promotions, dinners, tastings, activities and other beer-centric events.
Caffè La Tana Finally Becomes The Wine Bar It Was Always Meant To Be
Caffè La Tana expands hours, and menu to operate evenings as the wine bar it was always meant to be.