The folks at CRAFT Beer Market are advertising 140 taps - apparently to be Canada's largest - at their new location at Vancouver's Olympic Village. They'll be occupying a large, historic building at the centre of one of the city's most modern and attractive communities.
The last time I went inside the Salt Building, not surprisingly a former salt plant, had been a few months ago during the ceremonial sendoff for B.C. Olympic athletes to London 2012. I recall a high, wooden beam ceiling within the 1930s-era building, with a spacious main area large enough to fit hundreds.
CRAFT says their kitchen will be "open concept" with private rooms for special events. Among other things, they've got a $500,000 draft system with three kilometres of draft lines and 250 kegs to hold the product.
Foodies can expect locally sourced produce and meats, vegetarian and gluten-free options, signature items such as fast food sushi, beer can chicken and Bier-A-Misu, and a Saturday/Sunday brunch to boot.
"These are timeless comfort dishes and traditional pub favourites mixed with modern fare and innovative combinations," said Paul McGreevy, executive chef.
CRAFT will have an open house on Saturday, Oct. 27 between noon and 4 p.m. The address is 85 W. 1st, Vancouver.
No comments:
Post a Comment