Vancouver

Today, let me introduce you to something a little out of the ordinary—a passport, but not the kind that whisks you through international borders. This is the Yeast Van Passport, a tasting passport that opens the door to some of the best craft breweries and distilleries East Vancouver has to offer. Conceived by Aaron Jonckheere of Strange Fellows Brewing—a self-proclaimed wanderer and founder of the Yeast Vancouver Brewing District—this passport is a celebration of brewing excellence. It’s the result of a collaborative effort between the vibrant breweries and distilleries of East...

Mocktails: Vancouvers’ newest addition to the Non-Alcoholic beverage scene.

The Liberty Distillery is an artisan style local Vancouver award winning distillery that boasts handcrafted, traditional spirits. I was finally able to visit their old world, blended with new world, sampling show room in the heart of Granville Island, local tourist destination over this past holiday season. Glad I did! Granville Island is situated under the Granville Street Bridge, some would say centrally located, some not. I find it easily accessible on foot, transportation, or by car. Parking however is a challenge in this rather busy spot, so I would suggest leaving the car at...