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2012 Nova Scotia Icewine Festival

By Doug on January 3, 2012 Add a comment

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.

Fish Cakes with Smoked Salmon Mayonnaise

By Doug on November 4, 2011 Add a comment

Fish Cake Recipe

Fish cakes are a classic Nova Scotian dish. One of the joys of eating fish cakes is that nearly every recipe is different. This particular recipe features a breaded fish cake with haddock and lobster. It’s crispy exterior is complemented by a rich smoked salmon mayonnaise. Delicious.

Ingredients

5 medium potatoes, peeled
6 large shrimp, peeled
1 tbsp (15 ml) butter
¼ cup (50 ml) onion, chopped
½ small red pepper, finely diced
1 small garlic clove, crushed
1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice
¼ tsp (1 ml) parsley, chopped
¼ tsp (1 ml) dried or fresh thyme
¼ tsp (1 ml) Cajun seasoning, or to taste
4 oz (125 g) lobster meat
4 oz (125 g) haddock fillet more…

Slow Motion Film Festival Barn Dinner

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Thursday, November 10th, 2011, 7:00pm, Wolfville Farmers’ Market

Tickets $59 (PURCHASE HERE)

Local food will be the topic of conversation and the star of the evening as it’s cooked up and served by 10 well known, world class chefs and one celebrity chef in Wolfville.

The Slow Motion Food Film Festival opens Thursday, November 10, 2011 with the first event of a weekend long slate of films and food activities. The Barn Dinner is sponsored by Select Nova Scotia and takes place in the newly built Wolfville Farmer’s Market. Film and food buffs will delight at this gala dinner featuring chefs Craig Flinn (Chives), Dennis Johnston (FID Resto), Peter Dewar (NSCC), Jason Lynch (Le Caveau), Luis Clavel (Atlantica Hotel), Peter Jackson (Formerly of Jacks Grill, Edmonton), Renee Lavallee (The Feisty Chef), Chris Velden (Flying Apron), Brad Bowden (Glen Arbour), and Jesse Vergen (The Saint John Alehouse).

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Red Cap Restaurant

By Doug on October 25, 2011 Add a comment

Just as Nova Scotia Lighthouses have beckoned to mariners over many years, so too has the Red Cap Restaurant & Motel located in Middle West Pubnico, been a beacon for the many locals and visitors looking for a delicious meal and accommodations.

Chef Amy Scott uses fresh and seasonal ingredients to create the menu and her signature dishes influenced by classic Fresh Cuisine. In addition, we believe in healthy eating and knowing where our food comes from. The Red Cap proudly partners with our local farming and fishing industries by serving fresh local haddock, lobster, beef, chicken, pork and produce.

Start with a glass of local wine or beer, for an appetizer; we recommend the seafood chowder, a local favorite, or the white onion soup. For your main try our delicious Broiled Haddock with a Lobster Sauce, Seafood Lasagna or on the lighter side order the homemade Broccoli & Old Cheddar Quiche or Rappie Pie. Make sure you save room for our homemade steamed cranberry pudding, bread pudding with lemon sauce, or a slice of one of our seasonal pies.

We are open year round to serve you.

Be our Guest and Taste the Difference Freshness Makes.

Emma’s Eatery

By Doug on October 20, 2011 Add a comment

Emma’s is a locally owned restaurant that promotes local and sustainable business practices. With award-winning fishcakes during all-day breakfast, lunch and dinner service, Emma’s menu is made from scratch using all natural and fresh ingredients as well as local, farm fresh eggs and meats. Located in Eastern Passage just 15mins outside of Halifax, fish and seafood is supplied fresh daily from Fisherman’s Cove, a local operating fishing village right next door.

Traditional Maritime chowder and housemade meals from scratch at Emma’s are like a hug from inside out!

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