Taste B.C. Radio

050 The End // Thank You

Sun, 16 Jun 2024 10:00:06 GMT

Thank you to everyone who joined us on this journey.

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049 Hoyne Brewing Co. // Superflux Beer Company

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 10:00:32 GMT

Back to beer again!

On today's episode

Dan updates us on his back yard,

Jeff updates us on the job hunt

Dan finally gets to tell us about Hoyne Brewing Co.

Jeff feels electric about a pet-nat Vionier from Lightning Rock Winery

Dan get all the cerveza feel with non of the alcohol from this iOTA beer

Jeff heads back to East Van for the IPA specialists at Superflux Beer Company (and check out Cabana)

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048 Neibourhood Brewing // Dog Mountain Brewing

Thu, 16 May 2024 10:00:12 GMT

Back to basics, we are talking about beer.

On today's episode:

Dan and Jeff discuss hypotheticals about non-alcoholic drinking

Jeff is happy eating Mexican food at Neighbourhood Brewing,

Dan tries whipped ricotta from Wind Cries Mary,

Jeff is baking cookies from Local Harvest Market, and

Dan heads up island to Dog Mountain Brewing

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047 Sheringham Distillery // Roots and Wings Distillery

Wed, 01 May 2024 10:00:00 GMT

"There is some soul of goodness in things evil, Would men observingly distill it out." - William Shakespeare

That's right, we are talking about distilleries!

On today's episode:

Jeff is enjoying his down time after finishing school

Dan prepares to celebrate a couple big birthdays coming up

Jeff tries the Dead Frog Party Paddle

Dan goes all the way back to 1846 for the history of Sheringham Distillery

Jeff goes au naturel with a sparking rosé from Neon Eon

Dan can't pronounce Quince (Kwins), but loves the taste in the beer from Lopollo Brewing Company, and

Jeff heads barn-side to sample an array of spirits from Roots and Wings Distillery

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046 Sidekick Brewing // Vancouver Island Brewing

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 10:00:58 GMT

Don't worry, be hoppy!

On today's episode:

Jeff is excited to be finishing school,

Dan's son is keeping him on his toes,

Jeff heads out to Chilliwack to try beer on the river at Sidekick Brewing,

Dan sips a refreshing vodka soda with unique flavours from Island Life Craft.

Jeff cools off with a seasonal delight from Banter Ice Cream, and

Dan visits an island staple at Vancouver Island Brewing.

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045 MaiiZ Nixtamal // El Santo

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 10:00:13 GMT

Today we are heading south of south of the border! (yes, to MEXICO!)

In todays episode:

Jeff has an exciting new purchase,

Dan (and his wife) went on a short trip up island

Dan loves the food but can't pronounce the name of MaiiZ Nixtamal

Jeff tries a couple new non-alc sparking wines from ONES+

Dan isnt sour about the key flavours in this great beer from Moon Under Water

Jeff discusses El Santo, named after Mexico's #1 luchador

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044 The Hatch Wines // 40 Knots Vineyard

Sat, 16 Mar 2024 10:00:08 GMT

Normally we would say no whining, but in this case, we think wine is perfectly appropriate.

On today's episode:

Dan is celebrating a decade at his job

Jeff takes a special tour of The Hatch and the rest of the JPC trail,

Dan is enjoying a twist on the old classic from Phillips Brewing,

Jeff likes it spicy and Dickie's Ginger Beer delivers, and

Dan gets excited about the amazing initiatives (and wines) from 40 Knots Vineyard.

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043 Category 12 Brewing // Devil's Bath Brewing Co.

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 11:00:00 GMT

We are going back to basics today and talking about good clean BEER.

In today's episode:

Dan has an update on the coffee beans from Artigiano, and

Jeff had a week off with his wife including a romantic 10 course meal at the Acorn.

Dan discusses the scientific approach at Category 12 Brewing,

Jeff samples a easy drinking non-alcoholic Pale Ale from Strange Fellows Brewing,

Dan keeps to the hoppy roots with a dry hopped cider from Windfall Cider, and

Jeff heads to Vancouver Island's Northernmost Brewery at Devils' Bath Brewing Co.

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042 Humble Roots Cafe // Artigiano

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 11:00:43 GMT

Got some free time this morning? why not head out to one of these cafes?

On today's episode:

Jeff keeps it simple but elevated at Humble Roots Cafe,

Dan tries a spectacularly unique beer from an old favourite, Mount Arrowsmith Brewing Company,

Jeff finds a great new snack with Mike's Kettle Corn, and

Dan tries a new location for a Vancouver staple, Artigiano.

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041 Oops all Tasty!

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 11:00:51 GMT

Have you heard of tapas? Well this is our version of that.

On today's episode we are skipping the big topics and just covering six great tastes we have discovered recently and want to share with you.

Dan is getting his winter on with the Aztec Mocha Dark Ale from Howl Brewing,

Jeff keeps it fresh with Club Car Beverage Co.'s Pineapple Mojito,

Dan is over the mood for the latest Small Gods X Brassneck collaboration called Lunar Hazy Pale Ale,

Jeff gets sweet for Purebread Bakery's Lemon Blueberry Bar,

Dan might be a silly dad, but he sure loves a Nutty Uncle Peanut Butter Stout from Dead Frog Brewery, and

Jeff gets in touch with his heritage while discovering the joys of a Kviv Cake from Kozak Ukrainian Eatery

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040 Farmhouse Brewing Co. // Swans Brewery

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 11:00:00 GMT

You may be doing dry January, moist January or "just trying to make it through" January, but whatever your style, we got some great beers lined up for your next brew (or two!).

Jeff's and Dan catch up on their start to the New Year (and its chaotic start)

Jeff finds Farmhouse Brewing Co.

Dan finishes off the Phillips Brewing Space Case,

Jeff found a Happy Place in a can from Neighbourhood Brewing,

Dan goes back in time to one of Victoria's oldest breweries that seems to do it all at Swans Brewery

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039 Boom + Batton // The Acorn

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 11:00:50 GMT

Heading out for a romantic night with your partner? We got you covered. For this episode we are talking "date night" as the theme.

On today's episode:

Dan and Jeff recap their holidays and discuss goals for 2024.

Dan is romancing on the harbour at Boom + Baton

Jeff recounts a Powell River Vodka with a unique twist from Salish Sea Spirits

Dan tries an ancient drink recipe from The Shrubbery Co., and

Jeff cozies up in the zero-waste kitchen at The Acorn

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BONUS: The First Annual Tasties

Mon, 25 Dec 2023 11:00:19 GMT

Surprise!

Happy Holidays. Today we reflect on 2023 and make predictions for 2024. Thank you to everyone who has joined us on our journey.

We will be back on January 1st with an all-new episode!

Mentioned in this episode:

Reusable takeout container programs from Sharewares and Reusables,

Environmentally conscious take-out from Big Wheel Burger,

Awards:

Small Gods Brewing Co.

Steel & Oak Brewing Co.

Moon Under Water Distillery

Lumette non-alcoholic spirits

Swift Brewing & the Good Time Tasting Room

Dead Frog Brewery

Twin Cities Brewing and Cumberland Brewing Company

In Memoriam:

Top Rope Birria

La Taqueria - Victoria

Pinkavo Cafe

Clark & Co.

Studio Brewing

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038 Second Chapter Wine Co. // Kalala Organic Estate Winery (and Little Straw Vineyards)

Sat, 16 Dec 2023 11:00:11 GMT

On today's jam-packed episode it is all about wine! From reds to white, or light to bold, these wineries do things differently.

Dan talks about round two at Second Chapter Wine Co.,

Jeff is sweet and sour (and SPICY!) with Raven Brewing Company,

Dan recaps the first seven beers from Philips Brewing Space Case, and

Jeff discusses the beautiful history of Kalala Organic Estate Winery and their 2018 acquisition of Little Straw Vineyards.

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037 Barnside Brewing // Swift Brewing

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 11:00:13 GMT

Who doesn't love an award-winning beer?

On today's episode:

Jeff and Dan are gearing up for the holiday season,

Dan gets an exciting new mix pack and has a plan,

Jeff experiences the "Best Brewery Experience in B.C." at Barnside Brewing,

Dan feels the POWER at Philips Brewing,

Jeff experiments with some magical fruit from Gibsons Heritage Farm, and

Dan is transported back in time at the "Best New Brewery in B.C." at Swift Brewing

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036 Big Wheel Burger // The Workshop Cafe

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 11:00:46 GMT

In today's busy world, sometimes we need fast food but don't want to sacrifice quality. In this episode, we have a few places that will scratch that itch and will have you feeling good too.

On this week's episode:

Dan interviewed to be an Advanced Care Paramedic Preceptor

Jeff attended the SFU and Forward Food summit

Dan talks about Canada's first carbon-neutral fast food at Big Wheel Burger,

Jeff found his latest kefir obsession in Kindred Cultures kefir water,

Dan returns to Herald Street Brew Works to sample a unique and limited sour, and

Jeff discusses amazing ramen and baked goods (plus what might be your next pantry staple) coming out of The Workshop Cafe

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035 To Live For // Caffe Fantastico

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 14:48:44 GMT

Time to wake up, get that caffeine fix, and smell the fresh brew. Its coffee time!

On today's episode:

Dan and Jeff discuss Halloween plans,

Dan and Jeff review the B.C. Beer awards [read the article] for 2023,

Jeff is dying to get back to the 1-year-old To Live For Cafe and Bakery,

Dan tries to pronounce "Dulse" which is a staple in the newest Small Gods Brewery collaboration with Cascadia Seaweed,

Jeff makes a pit stop for coffee at Outbound Station, and

Dan discovers the amazing story behind Caffe Fantastico.

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034 Bartier Bros. Vineyard and Winery // Beaumont Family Estate Winery

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 10:00:25 GMT

This week we are talking about grapes but no need to wine about it!

On this week's episode:

Dan and Jeff spent the weekend together and have a lot to talk about

Jeff also wants to know what the heck is a Smoothie Sour? (Article attached)

Dan talks about the brotherly love from Bartier Bros. Vineyard and Winery

Jeff has another pumpkin beer to try from Russell Brwing Co.

Dan has not one but four shafts to talk about from his flight at Moon Under Water Distillery

And Jeff discusses the Organic growth and unusual wines from Beaumont Family Estate Winery

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033 Old Yale Brewing // Moon Under Water Brewing

Sun, 01 Oct 2023 10:00:00 GMT

Cheers to beers! This episode is all about beer and we are focused on two long time establishments that have recently made some big expansions.

On today's episode:

Dan is back at work,

Jeff went to a great arcade bar called Greta,

Jeff take a trip down the ol' town road to Old Yale Brewing,

Dan drinks a Kentucky common from Driftwood Brewing,

Jeff gets ready for the season with a pumpkin ale from Canuck Empire Brewing, and

Dan is excited about the latest venture from Moon Under Water Brewing.

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032 Bicycle Pizza // Pizzeria Grano

Sat, 16 Sep 2023 10:00:41 GMT

Whether it was invented in Italy or New York, we all know it and we all love it. Today we are talking about PIzza!

In today's episode:

Dan is feeling a little hot

Jeff is back in school, and

Dan is heading back to work

Dan takes out a stance on grapes on pizza from Bicycle Pizza

Jeff discusses the new lemonade in town from Nude Beverages

Dan had his eye on a wild new flavour from Wildeye Brewing, and

Jeff gets cheesy with a Napoleon style pie from Pizzeria Grano

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031 Persephone Brewing Company // Herald Street Brew Works

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 10:00:15 GMT

On today's episode:

Jeff recaps a trip to Bellingham (Ft. Wild Oat Cafe and Aslan Brewing Co.)

Jeff and Dan traveled to their old stomping ground, Saltspring Island

The topic of Kelp and Bio-fuel also keeps coming up...

Jeff discusses the eco-conscious brewery from the Sunshine Coast, Persephone Brewing Company

Dan got to try a fun Kombucha from Culture Craft Kombucha

Jeff is still dreaming of the Zweigelt Rose from Kutatas Winery on Saltspring Island, and

Dan must keep going back for the endless new creations from Herald Street Brew Works

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Take a taxi or ride-hailing service. Leave your car at home.
Take transit. Plan your routes before you go so you know how to get home safely.
Use a designated driver. Choose a driver who will stay sober to get you home safely. (ICBC, 2023)

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030 Junction Orchard and Cidery // Sunday Cider

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 10:00:15 GMT

Cider? I barely even know 'er!

It took some convincing, but Jeff finally got Dan to cave. That's right, we are finally talking about cider.

On today's episode:

Dan takes a trip to a nearby orchard for a special event at Junction Orchard and Cider

Jeff has been drinking beer flavoured Dole Whip at Parkside Brewing

Dan returns to Small Gods for a cerveza with Tajin, and

Jeff finally gets to talk about his surprise find on a Thursday morning at Sunday Cider

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029 The Shortcut Gibsons // The Village Restaurant

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 10:00:00 GMT

What did you do this weekend? Because we were eating brunch... Our favourite meal of the day!

On today's episode:

Dan recaps his anniversary festivities

Jeff give an update on Mariner Brewing with special mention of NiceLife Cocktails

Jeff talks about a hole-out-of-the-wall one man brunch stop on the Sunshine Coast, The Shortcut Gibsons

Dan has been living his best Mango life at Whistle Buoy Brewing Company

Jeff got his paws on the newest prickly pear bear in town at Steel & Oak Brewing Co., and

Dan discusses the quick growing new Victoria staple, The Village Restaurant

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028 Ile Sauvage Brewing Co. // Mariner Brewing

Sun, 16 Jul 2023 10:00:28 GMT

In today's episode, Jeff recaps his experience at the Vancouver Craft Beer & Music Festival

(Featuring Devil's Bath Brewing Co. & Taylight Brewing)

Dan is back at what might be the most mentioned brewery to date on this podcast, Ile Sauvage Brewing Co.

Jeff isn't sour about the flavour profiles of the Mango Tango from Black Kettle Brewing

Dan's got the need for mead... (or is it the smooch for booch?) from Babe's Honey Farm, and

Jeff is exploring what's in the stars of Coquitlam's first brewery, Mariner Brewing

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027 Resurrection Spirits Inc. // Tofino Distillery

Sat, 01 Jul 2023 10:00:04 GMT

This Canada Day, please consider the land where we reside. To learn more unceded territories and what that means, visit this article.

In today's episode Dan has a new arrival... but this time it is exactly what you think!

Jeff is sipping fancy cocktails with hand crafted rye based spirits at Resurrection Spirits Inc.

Dan has been exploring a Schwarzbier (Bavarian Dark Lager) at Vancouver Island Brewing (and a special hat tip to Alchemist Brewery in Stowe, VT)

Jeff has been eating not-so-traditional pierogis from Mamma Musey's Pierogi, and

Dan decided to go straight up at the ever-so-low-key Tofino Distillery

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026 Love Shack Libations // Backcountry Brewing

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 10:00:17 GMT

In today's episode Dan has a new arrival... but it's not what you think.

Dan shares about a nano brewery in a little old place where we can get together at the Love Shack Libations

Jeff is sipping on a low pressure surprise with Top Hat Kombucha

Dan doesn't know what "thiolized yeast" is but he knows he likes how they use it at île Sauvage Brewing, and

Jeff takes a trip to Squamish for the whole package and some fun labels to boot at Backcountry Brewing

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025 Grounds & Greens Café // Tug Eatery & Bar

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 17:07:19 GMT

This is the first episode of season two, which means year two, and Dan and Jeff are talking about bistro/eatery style restaurants. What is it? Smaller than a restaurant, larger than a café? Based on the the vibe? We think you just know it when you see it!

In this episode:

Dan recaps his Parksville trip

Jeff has been rock climbing

Jeff journey's to White Rock for an eggs-quisite veggie brunch at Grounds & Greens Café

Dan reflects on sipping a tart farmhouse cherry beer from Mount Arrowsmith Brewery

Jeff raves about the surprising favourite from 3 Dogs Brewing

Dan eats by the Victoria harbour on a rockin' patio at Tug Eatery & Bar

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024 Silver Sage Winery // Arrowleaf Cellars

Tue, 16 May 2023 10:00:15 GMT

This episode marks the end of year one of Taste BC Radio so we are doing reviewing some places very special to us,

In this episode:

Jeff recaps his California and Seattle trip

Dan has a special announcement

Dan discusses a unique winery with a spicy twist at Silver Sage Winery

Jeff returns to an old favourite to try a new beer trend at

Dan has a wonderfully sweet and tart IPA from Small Gods Brewing Co. in collaboration with Brewhall

Jeff reviews his all time favourite winery which is celebrating 20 years being open, Arrowleaf Cellars

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023 Slackwater Brewing // Twin City Brewing

Mon, 01 May 2023 10:00:59 GMT

We are going back to the old faithful topic: Breweries!

In this Episode:

Jeff is gearing up for his 50km race,

Jeff talks about former nightclub-turned-brewery, Slackwater Brewing

Dan has been drinking seltzer from Dog Mountain Brewery

Jeff was chowing down on Asia-Mex fusion at Little Donkey Food & Drink, and

Dan takes us back to the history of Port Alberni with the great history of Twin City Brewing

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022 Jones Bar-B-Que // Patina Brewing Co.

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 18:15:56 GMT

It's getting nicer out there and we got barbeque on our minds. We are talking all about BBQ joints this week. (And Jeff cheats by doing a brewery/BBQ place)

We also touch on another kefir water brand and Dan give a eulogy for a cocktail bar that's shutting down.

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Places mentioned in this episode:

Jones BBQ

Kirks Kefir

Clarke&Co

Patina Brewing Co. Brewhouse and BBQ

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021 Forage // Charlotte & The Quail

Sat, 01 Apr 2023 10:00:55 GMT

It's the most important meal of the day, and both of our faourites... BRUNCH!

This week we focus on small menus and high quality ingredients that are locally sourced.

We also touch on brunch's favourite companion, coffee, and a limited beer inspired by oatmeal!

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Places mentioned in this episode:

Forage Restaurant

Mile Zero Coffee Co.

Old Yale Brewing

Charlotte & the Quail

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020 Bones Brewing // Field House Brewing

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 10:00:02 GMT

This week is all about beers. We talk about some of our favourite beers and brewerings doing cool things right now. We also recap some of our Vegas trip including a trip to the Vegas Brewers Row!

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019 Red Horses Vineyard // Le Vieux Pin

Sat, 04 Mar 2023 11:00:00 GMT

This week is all about beer and wine!

Dan and Jeff discuss two recent news articles about beer and beer trends (including Chat GPT)

Plus we visit two great little wineries in Oliver, the Wine Capitol of Canada!

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Articles in this episode:

Craft Beer in Canada: A Look at What the Year Will Bring

Whistle Buoy Brewing: A.I. Beer

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018 La Taqueria // Taps & Tacos

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 11:00:14 GMT

In today's episode we are inspired by south of south of the border by our friends down in Mexico.

Dan discusses a small chain that holds an important place in his heart, and Jeff discusses his favourite Asian burrito joint

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Places mentioned in this episode:

La Taqueria

Squamish Water Kefir Company

Cherries Breakfast Bistro

Taps & Tacos

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017 Locality Brewing // Howl Brewing

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 11:00:39 GMT

Today, we are tasting some of the freshest beers in the province. Two small farm based breweries joining our list today with their amazing (and fresh) beers.

We also talk a couple different types of brews and a masterclass on smokey whiskey.

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Places mentioned in this episode:

Locality Brewing

Saltspring Island Kombucha

Shelter Point Distillery

Howl Brewing

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016 The Drake Eatery // Kal Sports Bar

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 11:00:36 GMT

Today we talking about bars/pubs and a few of our New Years Eve Cocktails (with a fun coincidence?)

Some of our favourite times have been at pubs drinking local beer and great wings. Today we celebrate that

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Places mentioned in this episode:

The Drake Eatery

Odd Society Spirits

Clive's Cocktail Lounge

The Kal Sports Bar

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015 Karma Farming Fruit Co. // White Sails Brewing

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 11:00:22 GMT

Happy New Year and welcome to 2023.

In Today's episode, Jeff is obsessed with alcoholic apples and Dan continues his run of non-alcoholic drinks with a local 0.0% spirit. Dan also can't resist the urge to talk about one of his favourite brewery experiences on the island.

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Places mentioned in this episode:

Farming Karma Fruit Co.

Lumette 0% Alcohol

Howling Moon Cider

White Sails Brewery

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014 Hardy Buoys Smoked Fish Inc. // Wayward Distillery

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 11:00:14 GMT

Ho Ho Ho! On this Christmas extravaganza Dan and Jeff have just returned from Christmas markets and each are primed to discuss some of their findings. Dan is getting fishy while sipping on some fancy brews and while Jeff is all about the "spirit" of the season.

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Hardy Buoys Smoked Fish Inc.

Two Brewers Whiskey

Galloping Goose Coffee Roasters

Wayward Distillery

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013 Veg Out // Morning People

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 11:00:47 GMT

Food trucks are a cultural phenomenon but in BC they are only really starting to catch on. We are honing in our focus on two that we roll up on a little more often than others. On this episode we are Veg-ing Out on some meals on wheels. Even if you aren't Morning People we know you love what is getting dished up.

We also discus a huge plate of nachos with (what the heck is Alabama white sauce?) and an absolutely delightful red wine picked out by Jeff's wife (though he will take the credit)

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Veg Out Food Truck

Jones Bar-B-Que

Red Rooster Winery

Morning People Food Truck

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012 Unsworth Vineyards // Hidden Chapel

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 11:00:32 GMT

Have you heard yet through the grapevine what we are talking about today? We've been bottling this episode up for a while and it's time to get back to the good ol' Red and White. No not Canada, we are talking about the our favourite grape based beverage. Wine!

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Unsworth Vineyards

Morgan's Harbour Patties

iOTA Beer (Philips Brewing)

Hidden Chapel Winery

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011 Camp Beer Co // Beacon Brewing

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 10:00:27 GMT

Pack an extra pair of underwear because today we are going to Camp. In this weeks episode Jeff talks about BC's best glamping (in the form of beer and nachos) and and Dan sets his sights on a brewery Beaconing to him. Sit and Stay all the way through to hear about what dan has been drinking as he gets ready for a Dark Winter and don't get sour about the new distillery serving up some easy-drinking cocktails.

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Camp Beer Co

Bad Dog Brewing

Copperpenny Distillery

Beacon Brewing

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010 900 Degrees Wood Fired Pizza // Wild Flour Pizza Co

Sun, 16 Oct 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode hosts, Dan and Jeff knead to know where the best pizza places in BC. We discuss a new sourdough pizza place in North Burnaby and a wood burning forno in Langford. We'll also try to not get too cheesy. Meanwhile, Jeff is dreaming of a cheese skirt and Dan has a new favourite beer.

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900 Degrees Wood Fired Pizza

Top Rope Birria

Small Gods Brewing

Wild Flour Pizza Co

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009 Yolks // House of Boateng

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 10:00:42 GMT

This week we are scrambling things up and talking all about our favourite meal of the day: Brunch! Jeff is feeling egg-cellent at one of Vancouver's most notorious spots and Dan is sharing a newer restaurant in Langford that will go over-easy for any type of diner! Dan also wants everyone to try a hoppy new sensation while Jeff is hot for the decaf.

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Places mentioned in this episode:

Yolks

Catagory 12 Brewing

Beach Comber Coffee Company

House of Boateng Cafe

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008 Enrico Winery // Intrigue Wines

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 10:00:00 GMT

This week we are talking all about wines. Dan shares the a memorable winery in the Cowichan Valley while Jeff heads up to Lake Country and talks about getting an original vintage. Jeff also shares a new Squamish based ale that is quite the smoke-show, while Dan is crossing off one line of his bucket beer list drinking a beer from Saanich's only brewery.

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007 Vashti Rose // Parachute Ice Cream

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, hosts Dan and Jeff discuss summer nearing an end with the timeless summer treat - Ice Cream! Both locations focus on local ingredients, high quality and small batches of funky flavours. Jeff also recently tried a mouth full of a beer and Dan's dips a little too far into the nitro.

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Vashti Rose Ice Cream

Land & Sea Brewing

Streetcar Brewing

Parachute Ice Cream (and their sister Victoria Pie Company)

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006.5 Taste BC Radio Summer 2022 Recap

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In this very special bonus episode, Dan and Jeff share their summers highlighting some favouite events.

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Places (and events) mentioned in this episode:

District Wine Village

Brewhalla Beer and Music Festival

Brewing August

Townsite Brewing

Foamers Folly

Another Beer Co. Sour Festival

Studio Brewing Anniversary Block Party

Steel & Oak Brewing Anniversary Party

Planted Expo

Hoochy Booch (Home Brewing Kit)

Saanich Strawberry Festival

The Raven Room

Wild Play Adventures

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006 10 Acres Restaurants & Farm // The Eatery

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In this episode hosts Dan and Jeff talk about a multi-concept farm-to-table project in Victoria and Sidney serving up local grub and get a little wild with Vancouver's funkiest sushi. Jeff also shares his over indulgence during a road trip and Dan raves about his newest obsession in low calorie tonics.

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Places mentioned in this episode:

10 Acres Restaurants and Farm

Pinkavo Cafe

The Strait & Narrow

The Eatery

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005 Brassneck Brewing // Phillips Brewing & Malting Co.

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, hosts Dan and Jeff are finally recording in the same room and talking again about beer. Jeff shares Justin McElroy's Brewery rankings and a new segment debuts: "What am I drinking right now?"

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Places mentioned in this episode:

Brassneck Brewery

Île Sauvage Brewing

Salt Spring Island Brewing Co.

Phillips Brewing & Malting Co.

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004 C Cafe and Market//The Coffee Project

Sat, 16 Jul 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, hosts Dan and Jeff are looking at a special brew: shops within shops. Jeff explores a market in a coffee shop, while Dan impulse buys at a café inside a the market. Meanwhile, Dan is mixing up a different kind of brew and Jeff warms himself up with authentic Mexican.

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Places mentioned in this episode:

C Market Coffee

The Coffee Project (at the Root Cellar)

McRaes Bistro

TacoRiendo

(and a special mention for Taki's)

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003 Songhees Food Truck //Tomahawk BBQ

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, hosts Dan and Jeff reflect on the history of this land we now call Canada and celebrate those who came before us through featuring all indigenous owned and run establishments. We talk about a food truck which is a staple to the Esquimalt shoreline and a North Vancouver establishment that out-dates the Lions Gate Bridge. We also discuss what we have been drinking lately. (Spoiler alert, it's indigenous owned wineries and it's delicious!)

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Places mentioned in this episode:

Songhees Food Truck

Tomahawk Barbeque

Indigenous World Winery

Nk'Mip Cellars

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002 Volcanic Hills // Moon Curser

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, hosts Dan and Jeff explore a travel to the Okanagan to taste some wines on a former volcano, and then south to Osoyoos for a history lesson on gold theft. In addition, we talk about Dan's new find in for kombucha and Jeff's love affair with pink lemonade

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Places mentioned in this episode:

Volcanic Hills Estate Winery

Moon Curser Vineyards

Underground Kombucha

Nude Beverages - Specifically Pink Lemonade

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001 Spinnakers // R&B Brewing

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In today's inaugural episode, hosts Dan and Jeff explore a historic tour of the first brew pub in Victoria (and Canada), and the oldest East Vancouver brewery. In addition, we talk about some sour mixers that have been recently on our minds.

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Mon, 16 May 2022 15:23:54 GMT

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