What’s Cooking in Nova Scotia June 23 to July 7?
June is shaping up to be a great month – from a pasta lunch and foraging dinner, to picnicking in front of an outdoor movie screen, here’s what’s cooking in Nova Scotia this week:
June 24
Let’s hear it for #ChowderWednesday! Arrive at The Five Fishermen Restaurant & Grill for Oyster Happy Hour and then grab a bowl of steamy chowder to get another stamp on your Chowder Trail passport.
June 24
From the wild world to your plate – enjoy nature’s splendors at the Wild Caraway Annual Foraging Dinner.
June 25
Start the weekend early this #ThirstyThursday by enjoying a pint, a bite and a historical experience at the Fortress of Louisbourg – One stamp on your Good Cheer Trail passport down, only 37 more to go.
June 26
Blanket – check! Family – check! Picnic basket full of local goodies like cheese from Fox Hill Cheese House and meat from Meadowbrook Meat Market – check! You’re all set for the first outdoor film experience of the Summer of SuperHeroes, hosted by the Atlantic Film Festival. Enjoy the snacks and the movie!
June 27
Kick up your heels and rock out at Luckett Vineyard for their Summer Celebration on the Hill.
June 27
A seaside experience like no other – dine on the ocean floor at low tide. Enjoy locally-sourced food and beverages, a guided shore tour, sunset gazing, and a bonfire atop the cliffs with The Flying Apron Inn & Cookery.
June 27
Celebrate with family and friends and feast on a delicious three-course dinner paired with award-winning wines at the Planters Ridge Winery Anniversary Dinner.
June 30
Enjoy an unforgettable experience when you wine and dine the evening away with Pete Luckett, his daughter Sophia and the folks at Gabrieau’s Bistro for their four-course wine and food pairing event.
June 30
Oh Canada! Poutine Bar – need we say more? Enjoy a delicious Canadian themed buffet at The Galley Restaurant & Lounge to celebrate our beautiful country.
July 3 – 5
Sing a song of lobster in honour of the industry at this year’s Digby Lobster Bash. When you’ve had your fill of fun, relax for a night at the Digby Pines Golf Resort & Spa.
July 5
Skip the brown bag and head over to Planters Ridge Winery for lunch. Soak up some sun while enjoying a glass of their 2014 Rosé and a dish of artisanal pasta – yum yum!
On-going events to watch for:
- June: Every Wednesday in June enjoy live music at The Grand Banker Bar & Grill. Listen to some tunes and feast on a true taste of Nova Scotia with their Traditional Maritime Seafood Chowder – we promise you won’t be sorry.
- June – September: Visit Gaspereau Vineyards Saturdays from June 27 to September 5 for musical entertainment, wine and snacks on their vine-side patio.
- June – October: Head down to L’Acadie Vineyards on Saturdays from 1-5 for an exciting culinary Food Truck experience, and while you’re there enjoy a glass of their 2014 certified organic Rosé.
- July – August: Enjoy live music, martinis, mojitos, and tapas on the outdoor patio at Domaine de Grand Pré every Thursday from July 2 to August 27.
- July – October: Join Grape Escapes Wine Tours on select Saturdays from July to October for an exclusive tour at Benjamin Bridge and a two course gourmet lunch at Blomidon Inn. Tickets are $129 per person.
- All summer long: Pizza, sandwiches and more – Experience it all at Scanway Bakery & Café with their summer rooftop patio menu.
Save the Date:
- July 15, 2015: Enjoy an evening (6-8pm) of French poetry at Planters Ridge Winery. Tickets are only $15+Tax.
- July 18, 2015: Roll up your sleeves and get ready for a vineyard and winery experience tour from 12pm-4pm at Avondale Sky Winery.
- July 18, 2015: It’s Blues on the Hill at Luckett Vineyards. Tickets are $50 and include admission, dinner and one glass of LV wine or Sea Level Beer.
- July 25, August 15, and September 12, 2015: The Flying Apron Inn & Cookery – dining on the Ocean Floor. Only three more dates available so book your spot now. $250+HST per person or $475+HST per couple
- August 7 & 8, 2015: The Halifax Seaport BeerFest returns for its ninth annual “Beer on the Pier” at the Cunard Center. Get your tickets at select NSLC stores or online.