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The 2013 Taste of Nova Scotia Culinary Guide has arrived.

By Doug on May 11, 2013 Add a comment

2013 Culinary Guide

Warmer weather, longer days and brighter spirits are all sure signs of spring here in Nova Scotia. Another sure sign of spring is the release of the annual Taste of Nova Scotia Culinary Guide. This year’s guide is our biggest and possibly our best yet!

It features over 130 listings of some of the best restaurants, culinary experiences and producers from across the province. This year’s guide also includes 10 original Nova Scotia inspired  member recipes for you to try at home. Whether you are you are visiting Nova Scotia for the first time or you’re a local looking to taste your way around the province, this guide is for you.

Free copies of the Taste of Nova Scotia Culinary Guide are available at member locations, Nova Scotia Visitor Information Centres, select NSLC outlets and various accommodation providers throughout the province.

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Click here to order your free copy online.


We love you Nova Scotia!

By Doug on February 14, 2013 Add a comment

Nove Scotia Love

It is no secret that the team at Taste of Nova Scotia is passionate about all things food and drink related, but our love for Nova Scotia is truly hard to contain. One this ‘Day of Love’ we felt that it was appropriate for each of us to take a few minutes to express how we really felt about Nova Scotia. 

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Celebrate local wine this fall!

By Doug on August 23, 2012 Add a comment

2012 Fall Wine Festival

From grape stomps, to wine dinners, to double-decker winery tours, this year’s Fall Wine Festival has something for every local wine enthusiast. With over 40 events taking place throughout the province there’s no way you’ll run out of fun things to do. 

This year’s Nova Scotia Fall Wine Festival will run from September 13 to October 14, 2012. Be prepared to eat and drink your way around Nova Scotia, meet our talented winemakers and chefs and indulge in our local cuisine.

The 2012 festival promises to be the best yet – and the Wines of Nova Scotia want you to be a part of it! Start planning your wine tour with Go North Tours, and Grape Escapes, sign up for a cooking class or start training for grape stomping. Get your tastebuds ready by picking up a bottle of Nova Scotia’s finest at a winery, your local NSLC, Bishop’s Cellar or Harvest Wines.

CLICK HERE TO BROWSE THE EVENTS CALENDAR.

 


The 2012 Taste of Nova Scotia Culinary Guide

By Doug on May 22, 2012 Add a comment

2012 Culinary Guide Cover

Warmer weather, longer days and brighter spirits are all sure signs of spring here in Nova Scotia. Another sure sign of spring is the release of the annual Taste of Nova Scotia Culinary Guide. This year’s guide is our biggest and possibly our best yet!

It features over 140 listings of some of the best restaurants, culinary experiences and producers from across the province. This year’s guide also includes 14 original Nova Scotia inspired  member recipes for you to try at home. Whether you are you are visiting Nova Scotia for the first time or you’re a local looking to taste your way around the province, this guide is for you.

Free copies of the Taste of Nova Scotia Culinary Guide are available at member locations, Nova Scotia Visitor Information Centres, select NSLC outlets and various accommodation providers throughout the province.

OR

Click here to order your free copy online.


2012 Nova Scotia Icewine Festival

By Doug on January 3, 2012 Add a comment

 

2012 Nova Scotia Icewine Festival

The 2012 festival marks the fifth annual  Nova Scotia Winter Icewine Festival. Between February 2-12, celebrate Nova Scotia’s internationally award-winning Icewines. Sample Icewine paired with local cuisine, learn how Icewine is made, try your hand at pruning or book a Winter Icewine Experience Getaway. Nova Scotia winemakers and some of the province’s finest chefs come together to celebrate their passion for local food and wine during the Winter Icewine Festival.

With over 40 events taking place over 10 days – there is something for everyone!

Visit www.nsicewinefestival.ca to learn more.

 

 

 


Trattoria della Nonna presents the 2nd Annual White Truffle Festival

By Doug on November 15, 2011 Add a comment

Trattoria della Nonna Sign

November 17, 18 & 19, 2011

For the second year running, Taste of Nova Scotia member Trattoria della Nonna in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia will be hosting a weekend long White Truffle Festival.

The elusive white truffle, foraged by hand in Italy, will be the star in nearly every dish throughout the weekend. In addition to a truffle infused tasting menu, diners will have the option of adding sliced white truffle to any dish on the menu including gelato!

Chef Terry Vassallo will be preparing a number special menu items such as, risotto with caramelized celery root, prosecco, duck stock, Grana Padano and fresh white truffle or pizza with carbonara sauce, provolone, and Parmesan, shaved white truffle.

Due to the popularity of this festival, reservations are required and can be made by calling: (902) 640-3112.