What’s Cooking in Nova Scotia September 6 to 13, 2016?
We may have only just parted ways with the summer months, but the first full week of September already has us dreaming of roasts, warm drinks, and all things fall. Lucky for us, Nova Scotia doesn’t fool around when it comes to early autumn harvests and food festivals. Read on, and prepare to get seriously excited for sweater weather.
September 8: Meat on the Cheap
Ready to take your cooking chops to the next level? In The Flying Apron Inn & Cookery Ltd.‘s “Meat on the Cheap” series, Chef Chris shares his best tips on how to make the most out of inexpensive cuts of meat. The menu for this installment features flavourful chicken dishes you can bring home after to share. Or not. Tickets: $45 + tax More Info: Meat on the Cheap: Chicken
September 8: Explore Sparkling
Kick off your weekend early this Thursday and enjoy tasting a divine selection of Traditional Method sparkling wines from L’Acadie Vineyards. The evening will feature five wines, complete with complimentary pairings selected by owner-winemaker Bruce Ewert. Tickets: $15 + tax More Info: An Evening with Winemaker Bruce Ewert – Explore his Sparkling
September 9: North by Night Market
Photo: Topher + Rae Studios
Head over to Halifax’s North End this Friday for their last #NXNMRKT Night Market of the year! Watch Squiggle Park and Gottingen Street come alive with food trucks, DJs, local artisans, and more. While you’re in the neighborhood, why not grab a bite or beverage at Field Guide or Agricola Street Brasserie? More Info: North by Night Market
September 10: Honey Harvest Festival
Heard the buzz about Nova Scotia’s first Honey Harvest Festival? A fundraiser for the Avon River Heritage Society Museum, this sweet festival boasts plenty of vendors, including Meander River Farm & Brewery, ready to serve up top-notch local honey and honey products. Explore the rich history of the museum and check out live demonstrations, all while supporting local beekeepers and businesses. More Info: Honey Harvest Festival
September 11: A Brush with Good Cheer
If you feel most comfortable holding a paintbrush with a drink in the other hand, this is the event for you! This Sunday, White Point Beach Resort and Avondale Sky Winery are hosting “A Brush with Good Cheer”, an ingenius fusion of art and wine. This session will be hosted by local artist Marshall Burgess. What better way to get those creative juices flowing? Tickets: $49 + tax More Info: A Brush with Good Cheer
Save the date!
September 14: Preserving the bounty of the season with The Flying Apron Inn & Cookery Ltd. More Info: Preserve The Bounty Workshop
September 15 – 17, Oktoberfest: The Coast’s Halifax Food Truck Party – Oktoberfest will be held in partnership with Garrison Brewing Company! Taste Members: Garrison Brewing Company, Heartwood and Kitchen Door Catering. More Info: Food Truck Party!. More events: Friday, September 16: Hops ‘N’ Brats ( a mini NS Craft Beer Fest and way too many sausages). Saturday, September 17 – Oktoberfest: A celebration of Bavaria Tradition.
September 17: The third Saturday of September promises music, wine, and all things garlic at the Avondale Garlic Fest. More Info: Avondale Garlic Fest
September 20: Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa will host Paint Night in Support of Children’s Wish Foundation. More Info: Paint Night in Support of Children’s Wish Foundation
September 20 – 24: Festival of Wines 2016 brings together wines of old and new with this year’s event “Old World and New World Wines”. More Info: 2016 Festival of Wines
September 24: Cask Throwdown Craft Beer Cask Competition.
October 1: Get ready to shuck, Oysterfest is approaching! More Info: Halifax Oyster Festival
October 1: Delight your taste buds in the great outdoors at Savour the Trail in Kejimkujik – A Feast for the Senses! More Info: Savour the Trail in Kejimkujik – A Feast for the Senses!
October 1: The Loop Harvest Film Dinner at Planters Ridge Winery. More Info: Harvest Dinner