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ThatB次元官网网址檚 the approach Loghouse Pub owner Ron Cheeke took after being named the best pub by the Westshore Chamber of Commerce in 2015. The Loghouse closed its doors for good about six months ago to begin an extensive, top to bottom renovation to open LangfordB次元官网网址檚 first official craft beer brewhouse and restaurant establishment.
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The 3,500 sq. ft. space it occupies was formerly The Loghouse PubB次元官网网址檚 liquor store before it was converted to create craft beers at a cost of $1.2 million.
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The menu for the Axe and Barrel Barbecue Brewhouse will feature all sorts of barbecued and house-smoked meats infused with fresh handmade beers from our brewery, Cheeke said. B次元官网网址淥ur sauces and condiments will all be made in house using our beers as well.B次元官网网址�
Chris Silvestri, director of operations, said they were pleased to be able to add brewmaster David Woodward.B次元官网网址滺e was schooled in England and is well-known and respected in the industry for his work in Whistler and Vancouver Island.B次元官网网址�
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All of the meat will be sourced from B.C., and local produce will be utilized wherever possible, depending on seasonal availability, Silverstri added.
Cheeke said all new, state-of-the-art equipment has been brought in for the new kitchen at a cost of $50,000. He estimates the entire renovation will be in the range of $1.4 million.
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He and Silvestri have decided to cater to an adult clientele for now, but the liquor-primary license gives them the flexibility and option to change in the future.
Check out the Axe and BarrelB次元官网网址檚 Facebook page for more information.
reporter@goldstreamgazette.com
