Hops Among Friends is designed to showcase the people who make up the craft beer scene on the BC Ale Trail. In this latest installment, Kim Lawton interviews Melanie MacInnes from Locality Brewing. My most recent Hops Among Friends interview was with Alex Jopson from Another Beer Co. At the end of our discussion, Alex … Continued
Patio season is here, and that means more opportunities to bring your canine companion along with you to dog-friendly breweries. There are a few things to know before you go to ensure the most enjoyable visit for yourself and your dog. What is it about craft beer and dog lovers? Maybe it’s just that good … Continued
Rich in history, urban experiences and fresh craft beer. Langley’s craft beer community has boomed over the past few years. You can visit several excellent breweries, including one of North America’s leading brewery training programs at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. There is also a cidery and a distillery, and some beer-focused restaurants. Explore the Langley Ale … Continued
Langley has become something of a hotspot on the brewery scene in recent years. This fast-growing city on the edge of Metro Vancouver is home to 13 Ale Trail locations, including a number of award-winning breweries. Too often my husband, Tom, and I miss these delights as we travel through the Lower Mainland on our … Continued
Two long-time friends wanted more craft beer in their own backyard. Not only did they brew the beer they wanted, but they built a better backyard. That beer and that backyard patio, both crafted with an emphasis on the outdoors and buoyed by friendly staff and next-level campfire food, have earned Langley’s Camp Beer … Continued