What’s Cooking: December 1-8
It’s officially December – holiday season! From festive new products and holiday experiences, read on to find out what’s cooking in Nova Scotia this week!
Cochrane Family Farm
Cochrane Family Farm will be holding their 10th annual Christmas party, Holiday Market and Open House at their farm on Saturday, December 2 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Join them for lots of fun and festivities, with the perfect vendors for your Christmas shopping!
More Information: Christmas At The Farm – Cochrane Family Farm
Halifax International Wine Festival
The Halifax International Wine Fest is a consumer festival focused on delivering high-quality educational and entertaining wine experiences for consumers and trade alike. Join them on December 2 for the tasting sessions where you can delight in sampling more than 200 wines from near and far, on offer at the event!
More Information: Halifax International Wine Festival
Garrison Brewing Company
Garrison Brewing Company has re-releasing their Spruce Beer! Local spruce & fir tips from Meander River Farm & Brewery are combined with Crosby’s blackstrap molasses to recreate North America’s oldest beer style. Available at Seaport and The Oxford Taproom, or order online for nationwide shipping & free local delivery.
More Information: Spruce Beer – Garrison Brewing
Mercator Vineyards
Nothing says Happy Holidays like a Tidal Bay Holiday 12-Pack! This Holiday Case is filled with Tidal Bay wines in 750ml bottles from Jost Vineyards, Mercator Vineyards, and Gaspereau Vineyards. Available for $249.99 online or at the Jost Winery Boutique for a limited time only!
More Information: Tidal Bay Holiday 12 Pack – Jost Vineyards
Morris East Restaurant
Enjoy Morris East’s three-course $40 holiday menu, perfect for a special night out. Great for sharing, now just to debate on which appetizers to choose! Make your reservation today.
More Information: Morris East
The Evergreen Market
The Evergreen Market will be taking place on the Halifax Waterfront this holiday season, starting November 24 until December 17. Featuring several Taste of Nova Scotia members, it’s a great time to do your holiday gift shopping!
- Authentic Seacoast
- Barkeep Cocktails – Market days: Wed-Sun, Dec 6-17
- Benjamin Bridge – Market days: Wed-Sun, Nov 24-Dec 17
- Harbour City Bar & Grill – Market days: Wed-Sun, Nov 24-Dec 17
- Ironworks Distillery – Market days: Dec 13-17
- Just Us! Coffee Roasters – Market days: Wed-Sun, Nov 24-Dec 3
- Lightfoot & Wolfville – Market days: Wed-Sun, Dec 6-17
- Still Fired Distilleries – Market days: Wed-Sun, Nov 24-Dec 17
- December 16: Founders House Dining & Drinks is hosting their Wine Makers Dinner on December 2 and 16, featuring wines from Domaine de Grand Pré. Tickets are $140 per person and available for purchase on their website.
- December 17: Ring in the holiday season with a curated afternoon tea dining experience at the Rose & Kettle Tearoom. Enjoy a savoury and sweet selection of modern, winter season delights. Tickets are $59 per person.
- February 9 – 11: Luckett Vineyards will be hosting the 2024 Nova Scotia Ice Wine Festival! Tickets are available online for $55 at nsicewinefest.com.
Featured Recipe: Tatamagouche Ice Creamery Melted Ice Cream Hot Chocolate
This dreamy Melted Ice Cream Hot Chocolate is perfect for any hot chocolate lover. Featuring Tatamagouche Ice Creamery ice cream, it’s creamy, decadent and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Local Source Guide:
- Ice Cream: Tatamagouche Ice Creamery, available at Kiwi Café, Uprooted Market & Café, and other independent retailers.