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Official Taste of Nova Scotia press releases

Taste of Nova Scotia Restaurants Support Local Producers

Halifax, N.S. – Taste of Nova Scotia restaurants represent a variety of dining styles and atmospheres, but all establishments reflect Nova Scotia’s rich culinary tapestry.

“Is there a need for the consumer to be more aware of supporting our own farmers and local produce? Most definitely,” says Janice Ruddock, executive director of Taste of Nova Scotia. “However, Taste restaurants have been doing this for years. When you look at a menu in our restaurants, you see Fox Hill cheese, you see Acadian Maple Products, you see Eel Lake oysters, you see Willy Krauch salmon – highlighted proudly on their locally and seasonally inspired menus.”

Taste restaurant members purchase fresh, seasonal Nova Scotia products according to availability and are very aware of the benefits of doing so on a sustainability as well as a business level. Their staff is expected to be professional, efficient, friendly and familiar with the food products of Nova Scotia, particularly in their regional area.
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Chef Alan Crosby wins the Cutting Edge Competition

Chef Alan Crosby - Cutting Edge

Fast, fervent and fun, the second annual Taste of Nova Scotia Cutting Edge Culinary Competition took place from April 30 to May 2 at the annual Saltscapes Exposition. Ten Taste of Nova Scotia chefs faced-off on the culinary stage and executive chef Alan Crosby of White Point Beach Resort took home first prize.

“We are proud to be a Taste of Nova Scotia member and I personally enjoy showcasing the amazing variety and quality of the products available to us in Nova Scotia through our menu and special events,” says Crosby. “This competition gives me another chance to promote our local products and answer interesting culinary questions from the audience at the same time.” more…