CRAFT Beer Market is rolling out a new summer menu across its Canadian locations as the restaurant chain looks to sharpen its food offering under recently appointed Director of Brand Innovation Josh Dyer.
The menu, launching May 20, marks the first full seasonal lineup developed under Dyer since he joined the company in January. The Calgary-based chef previously served as executive chef at The Dorian Hotel, where he oversaw multiple dining concepts including The Wilde on 27.
The company said the menu reflects a renewed focus on seasonal Canadian ingredients and pairings designed to complement its craft beer selection as it continues to expand its presence across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario.
Dyer built his reputation in several Canadian kitchens before moving to Alberta, where he became known for developing restaurant programs centred on seasonal and producer-focused menus. At The Wilde on 27, the restaurant received recognition from Michelin Guide and Canada’s 100 Best for its approach to regional ingredients.
CRAFT said Dyer’s approach to sourcing from Alberta producers, British Columbia farms and East Coast fisheries aligns with the company’s broader emphasis on Canadian suppliers and provenance across its menu offerings.
The new menu includes dishes such as Burrata Margherita, Rigatoni Bolognese and Steak Wedge Salad, which the company said were developed to pair with its rotating selection of Canadian craft beers.
“We’re grounded in authenticity, driven by integrity, and unapologetically true to who we are. This menu is a return to what makes CRAFT special — food that reflects our roots while elevating the guest experience. Good Mood, Good Food,” said Dyer.
CRAFT said the menu represents what it described as a return to core offerings focused on familiar dishes, seasonal ingredients and broader guest appeal.
Dyer’s culinary career has included work in Ontario and South America before relocating to Western Canada. The company said his experience building culinary programs from the ground up informed the development of the new menu strategy.
“This isn’t about reinvention, it’s about refinement. We’re focusing on flavours that feel honest and relevant, food that reflects who CRAFT is while giving guests something to genuinely look forward to. When you sit down with a great beer and a dish that’s been thought through with that pairing in mind, that’s the experience we’re building,” added Dyer.
CRAFT Beer Market operates restaurant locations in British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario and describes its business as focused on craft beer and chef-driven food offerings.
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