What’s Cooking: Super Bowl Edition

Super Bowl Sunday is basically a national snack holiday, and we’re here for it. Whether you’re hosting, heading to a watch party, or just in it for the food, this is your game-day guide for everything from crowd-pleasing recipes to some of the best local brews. We’re also sharing a few of our favourite spots to grab snacks if cooking isn’t your sport. Read on to get your spread sorted before kickoff!

Garrison Brewing’s Tall Ship Special

Just in time for the big game, Garrison is running a limited-time deal on one of their fan favorites. You can pick up a 24-pack of Tall Ship Lager for only $40, tax included!

This offer is available from Thursday through Sunday this weekend at Garrison’s Oxford Taproom or via their online store. If you’d rather stay home, they offer free local delivery on orders of $30 or more. Just make sure to get your order in before 12 p.m. to take advantage of their same-day delivery service.

Check out the deal and order online here!

Lake City Cider’s Super Bowl Drink Deals

If you’re hosting this year, Lake City Cider is offering a great lineup of special drink packs that will make your shopping easier! There’s a variety of bundles to choose from, and the best part is that the package price includes tax. Plus, they offer free local HRM delivery, so you can focus on the food while they bring the cider to you.

Options include:

24-pack of Crisp Apple Cider (355ml cans) for $75
24-pack of Darty Lite Lager (355ml cans) for $65
A mixed case with 12 Crisp Apple and 12 Darty Lite (355ml cans) for $70
A mixed 12-pack of 473ml cans, featuring Crisp Apple, Pear, Snakebite, Cranberry, Darty Red Ale, and Darty IPA, priced at $45. (Pictured)

With the big day fast approaching, these limited-time deals won’t last long. Order now!

Watch Party with Coldstream Clear Distillery

For those looking to catch the game out of the house, Coldstream Clear will be hosting watch parties at their Dartmouth Crossing and Truro locations. Fans can settle in and enjoy their full lineup of local beers, coolers, and cocktails while the game plays on the big screen!

Dartmouth

Tables are available, with pre-booking recommended.
Guests can pre-order charcuterie boxes to pair with their drinks.
Game time is 7:30 p.m.
Call 902-896-1346 to reserve!

Truro

Grab your friends and head to The Loft for viewing
Guests can pre-order charcuterie boxes to pair with their drinks.
Game time is 7:30 p.m.
Call 902-896-1346 to reserve!

Space is limited, so it’s best to book early and secure your spot for the big game.

Kickoff with Chain Yard Urban Cidery

If you’re in Halifax, Chain Yard will have their North End taproom open for the Super Bowl. With the game on the big screen, it’s a great place to gather a group and cheer on your team. While you’re there, enjoy a selection of their handcrafted Nova Scotia ciders, because no game is complete without a drink in hand!

Tables are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot by emailing gracie@chainyardcider.com.

The Recipe Playbook

It doesn’t take long before the welcome chips are gone and the salsa bowl is looking pretty sad. That’s when it’s time to bring out the food people actually came for. These recipes are all about minimal effort and maximum output, so you won’t miss the halftime show or that one commercial everyone will be talking about tomorrow.

Did someone say snack?

No Super Bowl spread is complete without quality foods, and Nova Scotia’s local markets make it easy to stock up. If you are looking to skip the generic aisles and support local producers, these markets and specialty grocers across the province offer everything you need for a better game day menu.

Boulangerie la Vendéenne: Artisanal breads, pastries, take & bake pizzas, soups and more.
Chicory Blue General Store: Cookies, scones, muffins, savoury baked goods, and fresh produce.
Local Source Market: Local meats, dairy, produce, baked goods, pantry staples, and more.
Masstown Market: Local foods, produce, baked goods, delicatessen, and gourmet products. Butcher and Creamery on site.
Noggins Corner Farm Market: Locally sourced fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy, and handcrafted goods.
Uprooted Market and Cafe: Handcrafted sandwiches, salads, soups, produce, cheese, meat, ice cream, preserves, and more.

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.