I have a sneaking suspicion that there is going to be a lot happening in the coming weeks on the prairie beer scene. November looks like it is starting with a bang, and things may just keep going. I thought I would drop a quick post to let readers know of a few upcoming events:

  • November 1: Unibroue’s Beer Sommolier Sylvain Bouchard will be at the Sugar Bowl from 4 to 6 pm to lead a beer and cheese pairing. This complimentary event is part of a western Canadian tour by Bouchard to promote food pairings. Obviously a selection of Unibroue’s beer will be served, paired with a selection of fine cheeses.
  • November 1: The same day is the Grand Opening of the Underground Tap and Grill. The pub has been open for a month, in a soft launch phase, but tomorrow the doors are open officially. The event starts at 5:00 and goes all evening. They plan to tap a series of cask beer every hour until they run out of casks. No word on what the casks are, but I suspect they should be interesting.
  • November 2 & 3:Rocky Mountain Wine and Food Festival takes place at the Shaw Convention Centre. Normally I don’t highlight this event, as it is mostly wine-focused and is big enough to take care of itself. However, I  have noticed over the last couple of years an increasing presence of craft beer booths at the event. This year it looks like there will be samples from at least 25 different craft breweries (Canadian and import) with more than 60 different beer being sampled (this is an estimate from looking at the exhibitor list, so don’t go counting and giving me heck). Alley Kat, Yukon, Wild Rose and Great Western will all be there representing the prairies. For a wine thing, that ain’t so bad.
  • November 27: Dieu Du Ciel will be taking over the taps at Accent Lounge for an evening. A range of DDC beer, including one-time offerings and special treats, will be available. More details will be released shortly.

That’s what I got for now, but I wouldn’t be surprised if we hear of more events soon. Hope to see  you at some of these events!