What’s Cooking in Nova Scotia September 14 to 20, 2016?
We’re in that transitional part of the year where chilly winds give us goosebumps on our morning commute, but by the time we’re travelling home, the sun is shining, making us contemplate taking that final ocean swim of the season. This short and sweet crossover of the seasons allows us to experience the best of both worlds when it comes to food. This week, ride-out that last wave of summer at a food truck party, or go full-on fall mode on an apple picking excursion!
September 14: Preserving the Bounty
Sure, maybe you’re slick in the kitchen, but we bet you haven’t mastered the art of making preserves. From salsa to and jams and jellies, this class hosted by The Flying Apron Inn & Cookery will teach you how to turn local produce into delicious preserves that will last you through the colder months, and remind you that summer will, in fact, happen again one day. Eventually. Tickets: $45 + tax More Info: Preserving the Bounty Demo Cooking Class
September 15: Halifax Food Truck Party
Everyone knows the best kind of parties involve stuffing your face. This Thursday, party with the tastiest food trucks in town at The Coast’s Halifax Food Truck Party – Oktoberfest Edition. Graze away all night, but don’t forget to save room for treats and drinks from Garrison Brewing Company, Heartwood, and Kitchen Door Catering Company! Admission: $2, free for little ones under 12 More Info: The Coast’s Halifax Food Truck Party – Oktoberfest Edition
September 16: Hops N’ Brats
Just in time for Oktoberfest, Local Connections and Garrison Brewing Company are back to host a mega-celebration of Nova Scotia Craft Beer – Hops N’ Brats! All your favourite breweries will be hanging out, and the sausage themed-food will be plentiful thanks to Scanway Bakery & Café. Keep an eye out for Propeller Brewing Company and Meander River Farm & Brewery! Tickets: $24 More Info: Hops N’ Brats
September 16 & 17: Wine & Cheese Festival
Discover a curated collection of perfect wine and cheese pairings at Pete’s Fine Foods in Halifax and Bedford. Take this opportunity to be adventurous and discover a new cheese from next-door farmers or far-flung regions. Bonus – Luckett Vineyards will also be on site providing wine samplings on Friday and Saturday. Win: Luckett Vineyards tour and tastings, a cheese and wine gift basket or gift cards. More Info: Wine & Cheese Festival
September 17 & 18: Fall Harvest at Noggins Corner Farm
It’s that time of year where it’s acceptable to pick your weight in apples and still wish you had room for more. This weekend, get that essential apple picking ladder photo at Noggins Corner Farm and enjoy a wagon ride around the scenic orchards. Admission: $7 More Info: Celebrate Fall Harvest & U-Pick Apples
September 17: Avondale Garlic Fest
Garlic – not only useful for fending off vampires! Treat yourself to delightful (and maybe surprising) garlic-themed bites and beverages at this year’s Avondale Garlic Fest at Avondale Sky Winery. Talk to artisans about their craft. Talk with growers to learn more about growing garlic. Talk to chefs to discover new cooking techniques. Yes, you might leave smelling of garlic, but we promise it will be worth it! Admission: $2 More Info: Avondale Garlic Fest
September 18: Open Farm Day & Harvest Fest
Spend the day relaxing at Sainte-Famille Wines at their two-in-one Open Farm Day and Harvest Fest! Kick your feet back with a glass of wine or get competitive at the washer toss tournament. More Info: Open Farm Day & Harvest Fest
September 20-24: NSLC Festival of Wines
In case the mere name of this festival isn’t enticing enough, this event is a vino-lover’s dream that boasts plenty of new events whether you’re a total wine expert or more of a newbie. This year’s theme is “Old World and New World” wines, so whatever world you’re in, swing by this ultimate celebration of wines. Tickets + More Info: The NSLC Festival of Wines 2016
Save the date!
September 24 – Cask Beer Throwdown 2016: It’s Halifax’s first-ever cast beer festival! Don’t miss out. Click here for more information.
September 24 – Beautiful Brunch Basics Cooking Class: Learn to whip up a magnificent brunch with The Flying Apron Inn & Cookery. Click here for more information.
October 1 – Oysterfest: Get ready to shuck, Oysterfest is approaching! Click here for more information.
October 1 – Savour the Trail in Kejimkujik: Delight your taste buds in the great outdoors! Click here for more information.
October 1 – The Loop Harvest Film Dinner: Enjoy a hearty Harvest Dinner at Planters Ridge Winery. Click here for more information.