What’s Cooking in Nova Scotia November 17 to November 24?
Toast the holidays with great local food and drink! From fine five-course meals to casual dining, expos and markets, there is something for everyone as you’re preparing for the holidays. See what’s cooking in Nova Scotia this week:
November 6 -December 19
Stop by L’Acadie Vineyards wine shop any Friday or Saturday between 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. for their Holiday Entertaining Weekends. They’ll be sampling a wide range of award winning sparklers & snack pairings. While you’re there, take advantage of their “mix & match” case deals on both sparkling and still wines as well as their new gift packs and baskets.
November 18-December 31
During the holiday season Blomidon Estate Winery is offering a complementary two-wine samples for their guests. Drop in to get some early holiday shopping done!
November 19-21
The GroundSwell Music Festival at Halifax’s Olympic Hall features a weekend full of local music, food and drink from Garrison, Bulwark and Devonian Coast. Get your tickets and help celebrate all things local.
November 19-22
The first annual Halifax Lights Holiday Market with be starting this weekend at the Halifax Historic Properties site. Every weekend until Christmas promises a variety of local food, drink and gift options to make your holiday shopping easier.
November 20-21
The Five Fishermen Restaurant presents Celebrity Guest Chef Series with Rob Gentile, Executive Chef of Buca in Toronto, paired with Carmelo Olivar, Executive Chef of the Five Fishermen to bring you a magnificent five course meal and wine paring this weekend.
November 20-22
Need a study break? Visit the Acadia Christmas Craft Expo, taking place this weekend. Be sure to stop by and say hi to our friends at Just Us Coffee, Ironworks Distillery, Mrs MacGregor’s Shortbreads , Pie R Squared, Planters Ridge Winery, The Galley Restaurant & Lounge and more!
November 20
In addition to the exceptional local food and drink menu at The Port Pub, there will be music by local country singer Amanda Riley and free cab service too. Join in on the fun this weekend and try their lobster poutine.
November 21
The Prescott Group is holding their 14th annual Christmas Tea & Sale from 10:00am-2:00pm. Crafts, jewellery, a silent auction, bake sale, seafood chowder or chili, coffee or tea and dessert. Admission is only $2!
November 21
Refresh yourself with tastes of Bulwark cider, Ironworks, Grand Pre Wines or Planters Ridge Winery this weekend at the Wolfville Farmer’s Market Dance.
November 21
Warm up before the Parade of Lights this Saturday, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Scanway Catering is giving away FREE cookies with any hot drink purchase, including their festive Candy Cane Hot Chocolate or Eggnog Latte.
Save the Date:
November 28: Chef Craig Flinn from Chives Canadian Bistro, 2 Doors Down and Tempo Food + Drink is participating in Sugar Moon Farm‘s chef night. Purchase tickets and join in on the fun.
November 29, 2015: The Rose & Kettle Tearoom at the Cole Harbour Heritage Farm Museum will be hosting their annual Christmas Craft & Bake Sale from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. Lots of baked goods and complimentary hot spiced cider.
November 30-December 6, 2015: Shop local at participating businesses including Boxing Rock Brewing Company in Shelburne and be entered for a chance to win the grand prize valued at $500.
December 25, 2015: A new Christmas tradition at Lane’s Privateer Inn is coming to life. They will be offering a Christmas Eve brunch and Shopping Party for last minute gifts, Christmas Eve chowder supper 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and Ron’s Famous Eggnog to be enjoyed around the fire. Stay the night and receive a Christmas Hamper filled with Nova Scotia wine, cheese,treats and a traditional Christmas day buffet will be offered 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Call 902 354 3456 to book any meal or room package.