What’s Cooking: April 1-8

Hello April! We’re getting closer and closer to warm and sunny weather and we are so excited! Check out What’s Cooking this week for a few activities and releases you can enjoy. From new products and mixology classes to events all about burgers, celebrate the new month with some fun!

The Whiskey Teller

Time to put your bingo skills to the test. The Whiskey Teller is hosting a Bingo Night on April 6 where you can win a ton of fun prizes such as a dinner at the Whiskey Teller and merchandise! For more information, visit their Facebook event page.

Inverary Resort

Want to learn how to make delicious cocktails? Inverary Resort is offering mixology classes every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday! This hands-on learning experience is the perfect way to have some fun with your friends or family. Visit here to book your spots.

Made With Local

In honour of Made With Local‘s 10th Birthday, they’ve baked up their first-ever Spring Seasonal bar! Stay tuned for the new Spring and Easter flavours hitting their online shop on April 4th.

Benjamin Bridge – Nova 7 Day

Mark your calendars! Thursday, April 14th is Nova 7 Day. Drop into Benjamin Bridge for an exclusive Nova 7 experience on April 14th, 16th and 17th, including special tastings, back vintages from the cellar, retail offers and more!

Burger Wars

Annapolis Valley Burger Wars is back! This amazing event supports local restaurants, shares love to local children in need and more. During the month of April, burger lovers can visit as many of the featured restaurants as possible to vote for their favourite burger! For every featured burger sold at one of the participating restaurants, $1 will be donated to Campaign for Kids to help raise funds for financially disadvantaged children in Kings County.

Participating Taste of Nova Scotia members include: the Union Street, Crystany’s Brasserie, Maritime Express Cider Co., Paddy’s Irish Brewpub & Rosie’s Restaurant (Wolfville & Kentville), Cumin Kitchen and Drink, Kellock’s Restaurant, Church Brewing Co., Winegrunt Wine Bar, and the Whiskey Teller.

Craft Beer Month

Did you know April is Craft Beer Month in Nova Scotia? Treat yourself to a local craft beer this month and support Nova Scotia’s Brewers! Learn more at https://bit.ly/37crK0Q

Featured Recipe: Roasted Carrot Salad

The perfect combination of savoury and sweet, this roasted carrot salad from Chef Renee Lavallee & the Canteen is sure to please even the pickiest of palettes! Made with fresh local produce, this beautiful dish can be served as an appetizer or a main.

Grocery List

Get local beer from Boxing Rock Brewing, Garrison Brewing Company, Propeller Brewing Company, Saltbox Brewing Company, Meander River Farm & Brewery, Rare Bird, Schoolhouse Brewery, Sober Island Brewery.
Get local cheese from Knoydart Farm or Fox Hill Cheese House
Get local pretzels from Boulangerie La Vendéenne

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