Recipe for the Perfect Weekend Getaway
A piece of lobster bathed in Hollandaise sauce flaked apart in my mouth and I thought, “in over a decade of living in Nova Scotia, how have I not been here before?”. It wasn’t just
Topic: Jost Vineyards
Parrsboro: Stunning Tidal Views, Shipbuilding & Bare Bones
Described by National Geographic magazine as the prettiest place to watch the Bay of Fundy tides sweep in and out, Parrsboro is one gem of a coastal small town. Located off the beaten track from
A Little Touch of Salt
Lunenburg is one of those places that seems to draw people to it in one way or another. It’s the perfect distance from Halifax for a day trip and there is enough to see and
Tidal Bay – Nova Scotia’s Appellation Wine
Your mission for the summer, should you choose to accept it, is to try all ten Tidal Bay wines. Tidal Bay is a new appellation wine that is essentially Nova Scotia in a glass. It highlights
Lane’s and Liverpudlians
My good friend Kathy and I recently headed out on a ladies-only road trip. A totally different beast than the co-ed variety where the interests of both genders need to be addressed, our weekend centered
Jost Vineyards’ Maple Festival
Sweet Memories at Jost Vineyards Date: Saturday, March 24, 2012 Time: 10 am – 5 pmActivities:Maple Wine Tastings Pruning Demonstrations (10am, 12pm and 3 pm) Clothing Sale 50% off Free Grapevine Cuttings Winter Wine Sale
Saege Bistro: Appreciating Nova Scotia’s Terroir
Walking past Saege Bistro constitutes one of the favourite parts of my day. Going to work, I always check out the fresh-cut flowers on the tables by the window. On my way home, I always
elements on hollis: local food, global taste
The creative minds behind elements on hollis are hardcore locavores. While many locavores strive for the 100 mile diet, eating only food from producers located within a hundred mile radius, the ingredients used to bring
Glenora Distillery: Entrepreneurial Vision, Perseverance and Passion
This past summer, driving through the lush green valley of Glenville, Cape Breton, it seemed for a moment that I had been transported to the Scottish Highlands. The distinctive European design of the Glenora Inn
Gio – Fresh and Inviting Fine Dining
My visit to Gio coincided with the first major storm of the winter. The snow and wind raged all day, but when I stepped inside, the warm glow of candles and the fireplace immediately took