What’s Cooking: March 1-7, 2025
March in Nova Scotia! Time to sip, savour & stay! Enjoy wine, food, cozy getaways, events or relaxation – March is the perfect time to indulge and unwind!
Obaldee, A Wine Bar
Join Obaldee, A Wine Bar for “The Wines of Italy,” starting March 30 to May 4. They’re offering their popular, 5-week course on Italian Wine – with food! Join them for the full course, or for an individual class. Click here for more information and to register.
Governors Pub & Eatery
Join Governors Pub & Eatery for their Taste of Italy menu! Indulge in classic Italian dishes made with fresh, authentic ingredients that will transport your taste buds straight to Italy. From rich pastas and flavorful pizzas to mouthwatering desserts, they’ve got something for everyone. Pair your meal with a selection of fine wines and enjoy an unforgettable dining experience. Buon appetito! Limited time only, don’t miss out! Available March 3-29th.
Planters Ridge Winery
Escape to Planters Ridge Winery, a beautifully restored 1864 farmhouse in the heart of Nova Scotia’s wine country. This charming vineyard retreat offers three elegant bedrooms, each with a spa-like ensuite, breathtaking vineyard views, and a handcrafted breakfast to start your day. Just steps from the tasting room, it’s the perfect cozy getaway, especially with their Winter Special: 20% off your stay. Book your off-season escape now and unwind in historic comfort!
Lot Six Bar & Restaurant
Join Lot Six Bar & Restaurant this week for Wine Wednesday with all glasses of wine for just $12! On Thursday, enjoy 15% off espresso martinis all night long, accompanied by party jams from 7-10PM. Friday brings Brisket & a Biscuit, with a free bite of brisket and a biscuit with any beverage purchase from 4-7PM, plus 10% off your bill when you show your Halifax Thunderbirds ticket and on Sunday, come back for Sunday Sauce – a delicious rigatoni dish with red sauce, meatballs, and Italian sausage for $15, plus Happy Hour draught prices all night long!
Amherst Shore Country Inn
Cozy March Chalet Deal at Amherst Shore Country Inn! Escape to a winter retreat with this March Chalet Deal – enjoy 2 nights for just $300 + HST. Relax in a charming chalet, soak in the peaceful scenery, and make the most of the season. Valid for any 2 consecutive nights in March. Call 902-661-4800 to book now!
Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa
Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa takes the sting out of winter with outstanding packaged experiences that bundle special celebrations, dining options, complimentary hot breakfast, crackling fire, and great value. For more information click here!
The Quarterdeck Resort
March Break is on the way!! Feeling hungry for an adventure? Here’s a peek at The Quarterdeck Resort’s upcoming restaurant hours – Beginning March 10th, 2025 the Grill restaurant will be open seven days a week! Monday to Friday 4PM – 8PM, Saturday 9AM – 8PM and Sunday 9AM – 2PM!
Raging Crow Distillery
Visit Raging Crow Distillery. to see these is one-of-a-kind, with some even featuring a built-in light behind the bottle. Now open where you can find a range of their products and local craftsman work!
Sober Island Brewing Company
March is packed with exciting events at Sober Island Brewing Company! Join them for weekly Trivia Nights, test your skills at the Crib Tournament (March 7), and challenge your music knowledge with Music Trivia (March 8)! Looking for something unique? Don’t miss the Companion Hen Workshop (March 9) or showcase your talents at Open Mic Night (March 15)!
Saltbox Brewery
Saltbox Brewery has an exciting lineup of events this March across their various locations. Here’s what’s happening:
March 3: Trivia Night
- Location: Saltbox Brewing Company Taproom, 363 Main Street, Mahone Bay, NS
- Details: Test your knowledge with friends at our weekly Trivia Night. Enjoy craft beers and friendly competition starting at 7 PM.
March 5: Live Music with Local Artists
- Location: Saltbox Brewing Company Taproom, 363 Main Street, Mahone Bay, NS
- Details: Join us for an evening of live music featuring talented local artists. Music starts at 8 PM; come early to grab a seat and a pint.
March 12: Beer Release Party
- Location: Saltbox Brewing Company Taproom, 363 Main Street, Mahone Bay, NS
- Details: Be the first to taste our newest brew at the Beer Release Party. Festivities begin at 6 PM, with special promotions and giveaways.
March 17: St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
- Location: Saltbox Brewing Company Taproom, 363 Main Street, Mahone Bay, NS
- Details: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with us! Enjoy Irish-inspired brews, live music, and traditional fare from 5 PM onwards.
March 24: Brewery Tour and Tasting
- Location: Saltbox Brewing Company Taproom, 363 Main Street, Mahone Bay, NS
- Details: Take a behind-the-scenes tour of our brewery and enjoy a guided tasting session. Tours start at 2 PM; reservations are recommended.
For more details and updates, visit here!
Propeller Brewing Company
GOTTINGEN TAPROOM
March 3rd – General Trivia with Daine Boring! 7 – 9PM
March 6th – The Incubator – Songwriters Showcase with Noah Tye 7 – 9PM
March 10th – General Trivia with Daine Boring! 7 – 9PM
March 14th – Cask Night – New Cask! $5 Cask pours all night!
March 17th – General Trivia with Daine Boring! St. Patty’s Day Edition 7 – 9PM
March 24th – General Trivia with Daine Boring! 7 – 9PM
March 29th – Cask Night – New Cask! $5 Cask pours all night!
QUINPOOL TAPROOM
March 17th – St. Patrick’s Day – Pitchers of Prime $20 all day!
March 20th – Pages and Pints Book Club 6:30PM
March 23rd – Book Sale! Proceeds going to Bide Awhile! 12 – 3PM
BEDFORD TAPROOM
March 2nd – The Sofa Kings 5:30 – 7:30PM
March 4th – Team Cribbage Tournament 6 – 8PM (Email brandon@drinkpropeller.ca for more info!)
March 9th – Peter Fillman 5:30 – 7:30PM
March 5th – Music Trivia w/ Josh White (Country Music Themed) 7 – 9PM
March 12th – General Trivia w/ Al Rankin 7 – 9PM
March 16th – Jordan Leblanc 5:30 – 7:30PM
March 17th – St. Patrick’s Day (Opening at 10AM) Irish Tunes, Green Beer, & Prizes for completing the St. Patty’s Day Bingo Card! Celtic Karaoke 3 – 7PM
March 19th – Music Trivia (General) w/ Josh White 7 – 9PM
March 20th – Live Comedy Night presented by Halifax Comedy Stand 8 – 10PM
March 23rd – Starhood 5:30 – 7:30PM
March 26th – General Trivia w/ Al Rankin 7 – 9PM
March 25th – Jackbox Night! 6 – 8PM (Free to Play! Just show up & join the fun!)
For more details visit here!
Chain Yard Urban Cidery
Join Chain Yard Urban Cidery Taproom for a fun-filled week of events! On Mondays, enjoy pizza flights and games from 4 PM to close. Wednesday nights feature free bingo starting at 7 PM, and on Sundays, kick off your day with our Trivia Brunch, with food served from 11 AM and trivia starting at 11:30 AM. Bingo and trivia are all free to play, so bring your friends for a great time!
Sea Level Brewing
Join Sea Level Brewing for an action-packed March at Sea Level Brewing with something for everyone! Live Music every weekend featuring local talent, trivia nights on Wednesdays for some fun competition, hockey nights to catch all the game action, and paint nights to get creative and make your own masterpiece. Come out and enjoy great brews, awesome events, and even better company!
Paddy’s Brew Irish Brew Pub & Rosie’s Restaurant
Paddy’s Brew Irish Brew Pub & Rosie’s Restaurant Thursday Lunch Special is Chicken Quesadilla. This pub favourite is served with a choice of fries & slaw or veggies & dip for just $12.99 available at the Wolfville location!
Sable Shortbread Company
Introducing Sable Shortbread Company’s new Canadian Trio delicious Nova Scotia-made shortbreads featuring iconic Canadian flavours and local ingredients. No gimmicky shapes or packaging, just handcrafted, organic cookies made by a fifth-generation family of bakers. Stay tuned for shipping updates and in-store availability!
Gabrieau’s Bistro
Gabrieau’s Bistro has a new freezer out front! Fully stocked w/sauces, bone broth, gravy, a variety of soups, lasagna including a new Vegetarian lasagna, manicotti, tourtiere, and pot pies. Still to come to try their dessert tarts, cupcakes, quiche, more soups, and even some individual meals. Come check out their new freezer on your way home from work.
Support Local
By eating out at local restaurants, you’re not only supporting those restaurants but also the local producers and suppliers they purchase from. When you support local, more of your money stays in the province and circulates back through Nova Scotia’s economy.