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Iron Chef Atlantica: Two Chefs, Two Takes on Nova Scotia Food

By Christine on March 6, 2013 (1) comment

Two Chefs, Two Takes on Nova Scotia Food is a  collaboration  between chef Luis Clavel (Seasons by Atlantica) and chef Frank Widmer (Park Hyatt, Zurich). Taking place at Seasons in the Atlantica Hotel Halifax, this dinner is an adaptation of Swiss cuisine with Nova Scotia flavours – a culinary journey you won’t want to miss! 

Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Seasons by Atlantica, 1980 Robie Street, Halifax
Tickets: $65/person (does not include local wine/beer pairings)
Reservations: Jeanette at (902) 490-3331 or online
Hosted by: Seasons by Atlantica 

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Press Release: Local Corks Popping for ECMA 25th Anniversary Celebration

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 4, 2013

Press Release
Gaspereau, N.S. - L’Acadie Vineyards gets official wine gig for Eastlink East Coast Music Week

Local winery, L’Acadie Vineyards, has been chosen as the official wine served at various venues around Halifax during the 25th anniversary of Eastlink East Coast Music Week March 6-10, 2013. Their award-winning traditional method sparkling Vintage Cuvee will add sparkle to the nationally televised Gala Awards on March 10 at the Cunard Centre. As well, their certified organic white Estate L’Acadie and ripasso-style red Passito, will be featured at host hotel Delta Halifax, Waterfront Warehouse and Casino Nova Scotia.

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Strawberry Shortcake with Icewine Strawberries

By Christine on February 15, 2013 Add a comment

Heidi Petracek & Beth Muise
Recipe Provided By: Chef Beth Muise, The Press Gang Restaurant

Looking for the perfect romantic recipe to celebrate Valentine’s weekend with your one and only? We suggest trying this delicious Icewine-inspired dessert.

This is the recipe that Chef Beth demonstrated on CTV Morning Live on February 15, 2013. Happy Valentine’s Day! (Click here for the video)

Strawberry ShortcakeCake
16 oz unsalted butter, cut into pieces and softened (plus 1 tbsp)
16 oz cake flour (plus 2 tbsp) 
16 oz sugar
9 large eggs, room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract 
1/2 tsp kosher salt

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How to Plan a Perfect Valentine’s Day

By Christine on February 11, 2013 Add a comment

Blog By: Gillian MacDonald

Some might say Valentine’s Day is the epitome of cheesiness: stuffed bears holding heart-shaped pillows and bouquets of flowers and chocolates line the shelves of every store. No matter what people say, I think even the most cynical of folks end up celebrating the day of love in some way.

If you’re looking for sweet ways to make a certain someone feel extra special this Valentine’s Day, here are five Taste-ful, local suggestions for a romantic rendezvous: more…


Fire & Ice Dinner at DesBarres

By Christine on February 3, 2013 Add a comment

Postponed until Saturday, February 16, 2013
Join us at DesBarres Manor Inn on Valentine’s weekend for a romantic five-course dinner paired with wines from Luckett Vineyards, Benjamin Bridge, Blomidon Estate Winery, L’Acadie Vineyards and Jost Vineyards. Romantic Icewine getaway packages are also available for the weekend.

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Nova Scotia Icewine Dinner & Getaway

By Christine on February 1, 2013 Add a comment


Postponed until Saturday, February 16th
DesBarres Manor Inn’s 1837 hearth fireplace sets the stage for the romance of fire & ice with our 2013 Nova Scotia Winter Wine Festival getaway package on Saturday, February 16. Our annual Valentine’s weekend Icewine festival getaway pairs DesBarres Manor Inn’s award-winning seasonal cuisine with Nova Scotia Icewine. Your weekend Winter Fire & Icewine bed and breakfast getaway package includes: more…