What’s Cooking in Nova Scotia October 13 to October 20?

Good Cheer Trail - Ironworks Distillery
Take a break from leftover turkey – from craft beer and spirits to wine and cocktails, there are tons of opportunities to taste some of Nova Scotia’s finest foods and beverages this week:

October 16 – 18:  Get your tickets and join the celebration of Nova Scotia’s first ever craft spirits festival. Taste new products and meet Good Cheer Trail distillers from Ironworks, Glenora DistilleryTangled Garden and Steinhart Distillery.

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October 16 – 18 
Head to White Point Beach Resort for a Squashtastic weekend. In partnership with Wile’s Lake Farm Market there will be a squash tasting and roasting experience. The package also includes dinner and breakfast for 2 people from their Taste of Nova Scotia infused menu.

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October 17 to 18: An abundance of local products such as Fox Hill Cheese and Gourmandises Avenue Chocolaterie will be at the Halifax Seaport Farmer’s Market to help celebrate their 265th year.

October 17: Propeller Brewery‘s Nocturne Lager is always a hit during Nocturne: Art at Night – an annual evening celebrating the local arts scene. Eat, drink and walk your way around the city this weekend taking in lots of cool Nocturne activations.

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October 17

In honour of the Spirited Away Festival, Fleur de Sel is hosting a Tapas & Cocktail Dinner Party with mixologist Jenner Cormier. Call 1 902- 640-2121 to make a reservation.

Fleur de sel

October 17
Join the folks at Jost Vineyards  for their harvest festival – where you can relax in their fireside lounge, enjoy harvest inspired food from their deli and of course sample wine.

jost harvest fest

October 17
Spend your Saturday at Fisherman’s Cove for Meet your Farmer Day where Emma’s Eatery with be sampling delicious local food.

emmas eatery


Save the Date: 

October 21, 2015: Charlotte Lane Cafe will be starting their specialty nights off right with juicy, sizzling hot burgers during this year’s first burger night. Call 1 902-875-3314 now to book your table.
October 23-24, 2015: Ready to jig? Join in the fun at this year’s Re-Jigged Festival– It’s going to be bigger, better and best of all…. it’s happening in downtown Dartmouth.
October 29: Celebrate Canadian excellence in cuisine, wine, entertainment and athletic achievement. Halifax is one of 11 cities across the country hosting a Gold Medal Plates event. Passion. Dedication. Excellence. Gold Medal Plates celebrates the best of Canada.
October 29, 2015: Delta Hotels presents – Raise a Little Hellp. Not your average fundraiser – with award winning musicians, regional food and drink, and a lively silent auction.
November 4-8, 2015: Join in on the excitement at this year’s Devour! The Food Film Fest. Five days of film, food and wine. #eatitup
November 5, 2015:  Looking for new ways to enjoy the abundant squash available in the fall? Chef Chris Velden will demonstrate these delicious squash dishes at his All Squashed Up event. Pre-registration is required so call to book your seat 1 902-633-2300.
November 14-15, 2015: NEW THIS FALL – Saltscape’s first Harvest & Holiday Expo at Masstown Market is the place to be if you’re looking for local gift ideas, food and beverage sampling, homegrown holiday demos for easy entertaining and staycation ideas. This ultimate fall event will inspire Maritime families to embrace an all-local and Nova Scotian holiday and winter season.
November 14, 2015: Chef Chris Velden from The Flying Apron Cookery  is hosting a Mad about Mushrooms demo class from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. Only $35 + HST/person.

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