Plants, Dyes & Exploration

written by Sophena Kwon, Founder of Indigo Social

I grew up with an indigo vat on my back porch. My mom is a natural dyer and since my earliest memories, colour has related back to nature. I remember this gigantic wildflower garden in our backyard filled with marigolds, chamomiles and coreopsis: petals with the ability to embed even the most gold of sunshine into the … Continued

Whole Culture – Hives For Humanity

written by Meagan Albrechtson, photos by Rebecca McColgan

There’s a little bit of magic that exists in the heart of Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. Nestled between worn down buildings and sprawling makeshift homes on surrounding streets, the Hastings Folk garden offers a therapeutic escape and an opportunity to find purpose and meaning through beekeeping. The garden is one of many spaces in the city … Continued

Ferments with Pure Earth Superfoods

written by Brittany Tiplady, photography by Joshua Michnik

“Our lifestyle right now is all about connecting with sourced energy and living in a way that is in harmony with the natural rhythms of the world,” says Lauren Elbe. “We are in a constant pursuit of the highest quality of ingredients,” her partner, Sheldon Lawrie adds. “And,” chimes Elbe, “the highest quality of life.” … Continued

What’s Next?

written by Josh Michnik, Founder of 33 Acres Brewing Company

My eyes blink and five years have gone by. When I first tore the paper off the windows in the summer of 2013, we had two beers on tap. Bad reviews for no signage and a modest, simple room have grown into a line-up out front, 45+ full-time jobs, a pi33a truck, a son, and … Continued

Issue 5.0 – Exploration

written by 33 Acres Brewing Company

Tired, helpless, but always pushing, stay positive, but start-over. Experimenting with new and old. Something will always stick like honey, usually the first idea. Thoughts ferment, try again. Endless possibilities. Die to skip ahead, but don’t forget the journey. Issue 5.0 – Exploration, our community journal is now available in our tasting room and select stockists … Continued

5YR 33A

written by 33 Acres Brewing Company

Join us on August 31st, from 5pm until late at 14 W 7th Ave (in the alley), as we’ll be celebrating our 5 year anniversary amongst friends, family and our #b33rcommunity. Music will be played, new beers will be released, old beers will be reminisced about, snacks will be chowed, along with some outdoor space … Continued

New Summer Food Menu

written by 33 Acres Brewing Company

Our new summer menu launched today! Our collaborative kitchen killed it. Two Rivers Steak Sandwich, tri-tip sirloin, spicy roasted corn cream cheese, jalapeño crema, arugula, yellow pepper, onion, on a brioche bun. Pulled Oyster Mushroom Banh Mi, house-made bbq sauce, cilantro aioli, @pure.earth.superfoods ginger pickled carrots, cucumber on a banh mi bun. Thai Noodle Salad, … Continued

33 Acres of Nimbus

written by 33 Acres Brewing Company

With your head in the clouds and spring coming on strong a fluffy puffy pale should do. East & West often fight for the best, but this is a collaboration of the two. Lets keep it fruity and hazy, woody and complex, and maybe we’ll confuse a few. 33 Acres of Nimbus, a Pacific Hazy … Continued