What’s Cooking: February 3 – 9
Did you know that in Nova Scotia, February is for foodies? It’s true! With an abundance of culinary events, special menus, and new product launches taking place, this is a time of year to get out and explore all that Nova Scotia has to offer. This week alone, there’s cooking classes, wine festivals, live music, and more.
Read on for a taste of What’s Cooking in Nova Scotia this week!
Kiju’s Restaurant, Membertou Trade & Convention Centre
Treat your loved ones this Valentine’s Day with your own cooking! Kiju’s Restaurant at Membertou Trade & Convention Centre is holding the first of four cooking classes this Sunday (February 4). Chef Shaun Zwarun will teach you to how to cook a mouthwatering dinner for you and that special someone. Don’t miss out on this triple-threat gift of experience, quality time, and learning all rolled into one incredible gift.
Reserve your spot now at membertoutcc.com/events
Benjamin Bridge
Looking for a taste of wine, but taking part in Dry February? Try Piquette Zero wine spritzers from Benjamin Bridge! Each can is delicious and alcohol-free. Try all three flavours including Original Piquette, Pink Piquette, and Ruby Piquette. Worried about sugar? Your conscience will be clear because Piquette Zero is also sugar free.
Try it today! Piqeuette Zero is available at Sobeys and online via Benjamin Bridge’s website.
The Carleton
Get ready for a big night at The Carleton on February 9 for a night of great music and food. Local country artist Julian Robia will be debuting his highly anticipated new single called Roll Them Pretty Eyes. Buckingham Drive will also be performing their original hits for everyone in attendance. Savour their Dine Around menu, grab your dancing shoes and get ready for a night of fun!
The Orient Chinese Cuisine
Photo: Michelle Doucette Photography/East Coast Food Stories
The Orient Chinese Cuisine is holding their annual Chinese New Year Dinner for the 8th year in a row. Join them on February 6th for a delicious 12 course feast celebrating the Year of the Dragon. Each meal is curated and crafted by award-winning chef Ivan Chan. Though this much-anticipated event is sold out for this year, mark your calendars for January 2025 for first dibs on tickets for next year!
Saltbox Brewery
Join Saltbox Brewery every Saturday for Trivia with Michelle. Grab some five friends, settle in with your favourite pints, come up with a creative team name and give it your all! Each week is a different theme, so make sure to check out Michelle’s Facebook to prepare for this week.
Garrison Brewing
Need some drinks for the Superbowl? Garrison Brewing Company has your back! Tall Ship Light 12-packs are only $25 from now until February 11. Order online or go in person to the Seaport and The Oxford Taproom to take advantage of this deal.
Lincoln Street Food
Join Lincoln Street Food on February 9 and 10 for a celebration of Mexican dishes! Serving up some delicious food inspired by the many flavours of Mexico, you can savour the taste of house made tortillas, corn & zucchini fritters, cajeta caramel, and so much more!
To save your spot, e-mail info@lincolnstreetfood.ca to make a reservation.
Nova Scotia Winter Wine Festival
Time for the Nova Scotia Winter Wine Festival! Taking place at Luckett Vineyards, this is a great chance to celebrate and savour Nova Scotia’s incredible wine industry one sip at a time. Sample wines from L’Acadie Vineyards, Avondale Sky Winery, Benjamin Bridge, Domaine de Grand Pré, Gaspereau Vineyards, Lost Bell Estate Winery, Luckett Vineyards, Lightfoot & Wolfville, Mercator Vineyards, and Planters Ridge Winery, alongside additional offerings from Annapolis Cider Company, Barrelling Tide Distillery and Church Brewing Company.
Tickets are selling fast – buy yours now!
- February 14: Founders House Dining & Drinks invites you and your sweetheart to join them this Valentine’s Day weekend. They’ll be offering a unique, and immersive 3 or 6-course dining experience.
- February 14: In celebration of love and Valentine’s Day, join Old Orchard Inn for a special menu that’s bound to impress! To make your reservation, call Call 902-542-5751.
- February 23: As we come to the TAIL end of February and the Nova Scotia Lobster Crawl, it’s time to SHELL’ebrate all things LOBSTER for the final event of the 2024 festival! Visit the Lobster Crawl’s website for more information.
Featured Recipe: Waterfront Warehouse Seafood Chowder
Packed full of fresh Nova Scotia seafood? Check. Creamy and delicious? Check. Ready in an hour or less? Check. This chowder recipe from Waterfront Warehouse Restaurant & Oyster House ticks all the boxes on our chowder wishlist and is the perfect comfort food on a cold, winter day.
Local Source Guide:
Produce: Noggins Corner Farm Market, Stirling Fruit Farms Ltd., Masstown Market, Uprooted Market & Cafe, or one of the many other Farmers’ Markets of Nova Scotia.
Seafood: Clearwater Seafoods Ltd., Fisherman’s Market, Masstown Market, Evan’s Seafoods & Restaurant, Comeau’s Sea Foods Ltd., Halls Harbour Lobster Pound and Restaurant, or Afishionado Fishmongers.