Crisp. Unique. Local. The suite of beers on tap at Jasper Brewing Co. are as much a tribute to place as they are a tasty good time.

Some things are just better with a guide.

Nothing says summer like relaxing on a patio. And in Jasper it’s extra special, with countless opportunities for mountain views, sampling local-made brews and spotting born-and-bred Jasperites. Here’s a few of our favourite spots to dine al fresco.

In Canada, almost everyone gets time off work on December 25 and January 1, and these civic holidays are often conveniently paired with a week or so of bonus vacation. This break in routine, combined with the many opportunities for joyous meals with family makes for some of the sweetest memories. Here’s how to make them even sweeter, no bonus pie required (though that’s not something we’d ever discourage).

“Peak Nic,” the newest mouth-watering experience offered by Jasper Food Tours, is part interpretive-guided hike, part backcountry cooking lesson and part gourmet picnic.

The views are as delicious as the Charcuterie board.