Monthly Archives: September 2011

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Hart & Thistle Gastropub & Brewery

By Doug on September 27, 2011 Add a comment

Hart & Thistle Gastropub and Brewery

Located in Historic Properties, Hart & Thistle Gastropub and Brewery features great food prepared fresh daily. The term ‘gastropub’ traditionally means a public house, aka a pub, which specializes in high-quality food. The relaxed and comfortable atmosphere lends itself well to the surroundings, architecture, and style of food – “Come for the beer….stay for the service…come back for the food!”

In the warmer weather, you can enjoy the 200-seat waterfront patio – the largest in HRM. During the cooler months, the fireplace inside adds to the ambiance, where you can enjoy a nice night out with friends and family.

Check out our Brewers Blog at www.hartandthistle.blogspot.com.

Hart & Thistle - family pictureChef Collin Stone and Chef Sean Kettley have created a menu that offers a Nova Scotian twist and uses local products wherever possible. Give the Steamed Local Scotian Blue Mussels a try! How about a hand thrown pizza or one of our unique pastas?? For the ‘Harty’ appetite, nothing beats a great tasting classic like Maritime Seafood n’ Chips. Served with hand cut sea-salted PEI Russets and house made tartar sauce, it’s sure to appeal to everyone. Don’t miss Chef Stone’s Jamaican Classic Curried Chicken, it’s an old family recipe! With a variety of beers on tap, and several wines by the glass, we’re sure you can find something to wash it all down!

 


The Mussels from Brussels

By Christine on September 23, 2011 (1) comment


By Krista Spurr

I am a proud Nova Scotian, but I have an unabashed love for Europe. Luckily for me, I can fill the gaps between my European adventures with a slice of Europe at Brussels on Granville Street in downtown Halifax.

I spent some time with chef Kristy Burgess and manager Matt Bent before my meal. We had a lovely time discussing the café-brasserie culture of northern Europe and how it influenced the menu and atmosphere at Brussels**.

Described as “accessible European-style cuisine with local fare,” Brussels offers a combination of traditional Belgian dishes and widely-known European staples. I’ll go one step further and say Brussels is the closest thing to Europe in Halifax without a trip to YHZ. more…


Rum Cake Time Machine

By Christine on September 19, 2011 Add a comment


By: Krista Spurr

The temperate weather and overwhelming politeness of today mask the deliciously seedy history of Nova Scotia’s capital city. These days, Halifax is just literally delicious thanks to Rum Runners Rum Cake Factory.

When I think about prohibition, I think tinkling jazz piano, gangsters and tommy guns, Dorothy Parker at The Algonquin and the high-stakes world of illegal liquor production, distribution, and consumption. Prohibition was also a pretty exciting time in Canada and the United States. In Nova Scotia, entrepreneurs with boats were among the most notable beneficiaries – through rum running.  more…


Savour Louisbourg – 18th Century Culinary Workshops

By Doug on September 15, 2011 Add a comment

Savour Louisbourgh

The Fortress of Louisbourg proudly presents a delicious way to experience Canadian history: 18th century culinary workshops!

These fascinating and fun programs combine the one-of-a-kind historical experience at the Fortress of Louisbourg with the opportunity to learn first-hand the secrets of 18th century cuisine as it was prepared at the majestic French Fortress. The doors of the Engineer’s kitchen will be opened to participants eager to practice the art of French cooking using both modern and open-hearth kitchens.

Your guide through the delicious 18th century world of French-Canadian cuisine is Chef Chantal Véchambre. Chef Véchambre specializes in the intricacies of preparing and serving a selection of French cuisine from the 18th century as she connects the meal to Louisbourg’s people and their past. Each half day workshop provides recipes, history, stories about life in Louisbourg and a meal at the conclusion to taste and compare your results. As a souvenir, each participant will take home recipes tested during the workshops. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the art of 18th century French cooking within the walls of the Fortress of Louisbourg. 

Dates and Prices

September 24, 2011: « La ménagère de Louisbourg » – $140.00
October 8, 2011: « Festin chez le Gouverneur » – $180.00
October 9, 2011: « Le chocolat à Louisbourg » – $100.00
October 22, 2011: « La ménagère de Louisbourg » – $140.00

Space is limited so don’t hesitate to register by phoning 902-733-3552 or emailing louisbourg.info@pc.gc.ca. Click here got additional event details.


Bramoso Gourmet Pizzeria

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Bramoso Gourmet Pizzeria

It’s not just a pizza, it’s a hand crafted locally sustainable gourmet food culture experience that is healthy and delectable. We provide the freshest, most natural ingredients utilizing 100% olive oil, 9 different types of cheese including some Nova Scotian favorites, our own specially designed sauces, a selection of locally farmed meats, whole wheat and white crust made daily from scratch and chef inspired wraps as well as calzones. We are proud to say we don’t own a freezer! It is as if you were making it yourself, but with our expertise and over 30 first class pizza recipes to choose from! Our brick fired oven simply completes the old world pizza experience.

Bramoso is pleased to be proactive in highlighting many local Nova Scotian vendors. We also reach out and accommodate those of you with special dietary needs and choices. Everyone wants to be able to enjoy pizza and we are making that possible! We offer handcrafted gluten free options, vegan and dairy free choices.

Our in-store dining has an inviting atmosphere with local Nova Scotian beer and wine wonderfully paired with our gourmet “Signature and Classic” pizza selections. We have a Take-n-Bake product available for all our pizzas that enable you to cook and serve at home on your schedule. Dine in, come by and pick it up or call us for delivery. We make it all possible just for you.

Dine in, carry out, take-’n-bake or call us for delivery seven days a week. 


Coming Home to Lakeside Restaurant

By Christine on September 6, 2011 Add a comment

By: Mike Kennedy


The ocean has a way of drawing us home. The soothing sounds of the tide, the invigorating salty smell in the air…it’s hard for anyone to stay away for too long.

For chef Jeff MacKenzie, the Lakeside Restaurant at the Inverary Resort in Baddeck represents that very seaside homecoming and the fulfillment of a lifetime passion for putting great food on the table. more…