Monthly Archives: June 2010

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Grand Pre Winemaker Jurg Stutz on /A\ Morning

Jurg Stutz, the winemaker at Domaine de Grand Pre, was featured on /A\ Morning this morning. He talks about three Grand Pre products – Stutz apple cider, L’Acadie Blanc and their Icewine with Angie Poirier.

A delicious way to start your morning…check out the video – Jurg Stutz on /A\ Morning


Halifax Seaport BeerFest

A true celebration of all things brewed, the fourth annual Halifax Seaport BeerFest will feature over 150 beers and ciders from the Maritimes and around the world. Held at the historic Halifax Seaport on August 13 to14, 2010, approximately 4500 beer fans are expected to attend.

“Due to last year’s sell-out, we have added a Friday evening session, so now we have two days of tastings,” says Garrison Brewing Co. president and festival co-chair, Brian Titus. “The festival has been a huge hit with beer-lovers over the past three years and we will keep growing and adapting to make it better for attendees each year.”

Great beer deserves great food. Again this year, Taste of Nova Scotia members will be onsite selling beer-inspired snacks for hungry festival goers. Scanway Catering, FID Resto and Eel Lake Oysters are all confirmed to serve local food at this year’s BeerFest.  more…


Wild Blueberry Harvest Festival

Nova Scotia's Premiere Wild Blueberry Festival

From Amherst to Truro, Parrsboro to Tatamagouche, Wentworth Valley to the Stewiacke Valley, communities throughout Central Nova Scotia will celebrate the Wild Blueberry Harvest Festival from August 20, 2010 – September 4, 2010.

Events include live music, theatre, art exhibits, dances, farmers markets, teas, community suppers, pancake breakfasts, baking competitions, bake sales, quilt sales, pie eating contests, a 10km race, golf tournaments, a blueberry mash, exhibitions and more!!! For more details visit the festival website.


CATCH Seafood Festival, June 19 & 20

Catch Seafood Festival

Seafood, wine, music and friends all in one place.Sounds like the best fish story ever.

If you enjoy fresh Nova Scotia seafood, then make your way to the Cunard Centre on June 19 and 20 for the Catch: The Nova Scotia Seafood Festival. A festive, all-encompassing seafood eating experience, CATCH will be a showcase of Nova Scotia seafood products and the hottest culinary trends. If you love seafood, want to learn the latest culinary techniques, collect new recipes, shop, sample outstanding food and wine, don’t miss Nova Scotia’s premier Seafood event of the year!
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Chef Jason Lynch and Chef Dennis Johnston Team Up for Grand Pré’s 10th Anniversary Dinner

Restaurant LeCaveau

On Saturday, June 12th, Restaurant Le Caveau will be celebrating Domaine de Grand Pré‘s 10th anniversary with an evening of amazing food, award winning wine and wonderful company under the tent in their courtyard. This dinner promises to be an entertaining evening with a menu prepared by two of Nova Scotia’s top chefs.

Restaurant Le Caveau‘s Chef Jason Lynch and Guest Chef Dennis Johnston of Fid Resto in Halifax have teamed up to create a unique, locally sourced four-course meal, served in a casual environment.

Menu

Warm smoked haddock with a potato/spinach mash and an organic poached egg
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Roasted organic free-range capon with seasonal local vegetables
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Caramelized rhubarb and cranberry tart
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Avonlea Clothbound Cheddar with Cosman & Whidden honey and Ida Red apples

Cost per person is $52
(excluding wine, HST and gratuity)

Seating is limited. For reservations please call Le Caveau at 902-542-7177 or email lecaveau@grandprewines.ns.ca


Fleur de Sel Awarded 3 Stars

Fleur de Sel Collage

We are thrilled to announce that Taste of Nova Scotia member, Fleur de Sel was awarded 3 Stars in Where To Eat In Canada. This is Canada’s best selling independent restaurant guide. Released each June, Where to Eat in Canada rates restaurants from coast to coast. The guide’s top rating is 3 Stars placing Fleur de Sel amongst the Top 23 Restaurants in Canada!

In addition to achieving 3 Stars in the Where to Eat in Canada guide, Fleur de Sel was recently awarded the Best Restaurant Outside of Halifax in The Coast’s Best of Food Awards!

Fleur de Sel is now open 7 nights a week for dinner and for Sunday Brunch from 10-2. As you may know, their menu  changes frequently but here is a taste of what is to come: Fleur de Sel’s Dinner Menu

Click here to view Fleur de Sel’s profile.