Love You a Brunch
When the weekend rolls around, brunch is on our mind! We’ve put together a list of some great brunch recipes and places to dine in across the province. If you’re in the mood to make brunch at home, we’ve included delicious recipes that are filled with amazing local products for you to try! If you would prefer to eat out, we’ve got you covered too!
Northumberland Shore: Sugar Moon Farm’s Organic Hot Cereal with Maple Whipped Cream
This melt-in-your mouth recipe is easy to make and good at any time of day! Breakfast, brunch, a mid-afternoon snack or breakfast for supper – this dish from Sugar Moon Farm will warm you up and keep you revitalized.
Local Source Guide:
- Maple Syrup: Sugar Moon Farm, Acadian Maple Products
Recipe Provided by: Sugar Moon Farm
Cape Breton: The Dancing Goat Café & Bakery
Located in Margaree on Cape Breton’s stunning Cabot Trail, The Dancing Goat Café attracts people from near and far. They serve breakfast daily until noon, and offer great, traditional options. If you’re in the mood for a sandwich, they will meet all your needs! Stop by on your adventure across the Cabot Trail for a quick and delicious brunch!
South Shore: Ironworks’ Lunenburg Sea-Sar
This twist on a traditional Caesar from Lunenburg’s Ironworks Distillery , will make all your Caesar dreams come true. The recipe is made with homemade clam and tomato juice, vodka infused with mustard, and an oyster to top it off. This will be a great addition to all of your brunch favourites!
Local Source Guide:
- Get your seafood locally from Evan’s Seafoods & Restaurant, Fisherman’s Market International, Clearwater Seafoods Ltd. Victoria Co-op Fisheries
Recipe Provided by: Ironworks Distillery
Eastern Shore: Rose & Rooster Café
A perfect gathering spot for those exploring the beautiful beaches in the Lawrencetown area, the Rose & Rooster is open daily from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., serving brunch on the weekends. They offer both traditional and unique breakfast and brunch dishes, with some vegan and gluten free options.
Yarmouth & Acadian Shores: J. Willy Krauch Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict
From the province’s most Southern region, J. Willy Krauch & Sons has delicious smoked salmon, which is the perfect ingredient for plenty of brunch recipes! Their Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict is sure to be a favourite at your next brunch!
Local Source Guide:
- Seafood: J. Willy Krauch & Sons, Evan’s Seafood & Restaurant, Clearwater Seafoods Ltd., Masstown Market’s ‘Catch of the Day’, Comeau’s Sea Foods Ltd., Fisherman’s Market
- Produce: Masstown Market, Noggins Corner Farm Market, or one of the many other Farmers’ Markets of Nova Scotia
- Herbs: Bonny Lea Farm
Recipe Provided by: J. Willy Krauch & Sons
Halifax Metro: Brooklyn Warehouse
The Brooklyn Warehouse sits in the booming North End of Halifax, and it provides an exceptional dining experience. The brunch menu is offered on the weekends, and it’s definitely unlike anything you’ve seen before! With starters, mains, and savoury desserts to start your day, you’ll leave with a full stomach and smile on your face!
Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley: Maritime Express Cider Co.
Located in the small town of Kentville in the Annapolis Valley, Maritime Express Cider has so much to offer, including a loaded brunch menu! Serving brunch every Saturday and Sunday, they offer a variety of sweet and savoury dishes to satisfy all of your weekend brunch cravings.
Bonus Recipe: Maple Bacon Crêpes
Start the day with this outstanding breakfast recipe! Enjoy a variety of flavours when local bacon and sausages are combined with hints of maple syrup and seasoned potatoes. You will feel rejuvenated and ready to take on the world after eating this awesome dish!
Local Source Guide:
- Bacon and Sausage: Meadowbrook Meat Market, The Pork Shop
- Maple Syrup: Acadian Maple Products, Sugar Moon Farm
- Milk: Fox Hill Cheese House
- Produce: Noggins Corner Farmers Market, Stirling Fruit Farms Ltd., Masstown Market, or one of the many other Farmers’ Markets of Nova Scotia
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