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I'll never stop wine-ing.
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1. The Carleton
The Carleton and I have had a pretty rough go lately. I love this place in the summer, but I love it even more as a winter hang-out given the warm atmosphere, good drinks, and incredible frites, so I've been popping in almost weekly for the past…More »
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2/23/2011
The Carleton is dreamy. If it were a person, I would chase after it longingly until being told that… Read more »
2. Obladee Wine Bar
It doesn't take much to realize that this new addition to our city was MADE for me. Wine, cheese and bread? Sign me up.
We checked out Obladee with a group of five that then grew to about eight as the night progressed. While there are no reservations,…More »
3. The Port Pub
If The Port Pub were located within the HRM, it would be the kind of place where hundreds would wait in line just to get their chance to enjoy the incredible menu and welcoming service. But...since it's not...all you need to do is make the quick…More »
4. Morris East
Oh Morris East...you're too good to me. Last night's soundtrack of Prince's greatest hits while sipping strawberry-infused Bee's Knees cocktails? There is little better on this earth. I think I've ended up at this South End game-changer at least once…More »
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12/15/2010
Clean, classy, and hip - this is no ordinary pizza joint. With its own wood-fired oven, their thin… Read more »
5. The Press Gang
It took me a long time to give The Press Gang a chance but after one visit it immediately became my preferred fine dining choice in the city. From the intimate atmosphere to the drool-worthy food, this is one place where the price tag is completely…More »
6. Chives Canadian Bistro
Between three or four visits to Chives, I've had a wide range of experiences that make it hard to boil this review down to a star-rating. All in all, I do have a soft spot for this haven for local gourmet but I recognize that it struggles with…More »
7. Il Mercato
As the second location of one of the city's most popular Italian restaurants, Il Mercato manages to deliver even from the second floor of a Bedford shopping mall. The food, service, and atmosphere is completely consistent - at times even better,…More »
8. Bishop's Cellar
Tucked away in the corner of the Bishop's Landing piazza, Bishop's Cellar could have very easily settled for being a snooty collection of wines for a snooty collection of wine drinkers - and I'm sure they could have been very successful if they had.…More »
9. Onyx
Oh Onyx, we've shared so many great memories!
Remember that first time that we met when myself and a whole crew were all slutted up and headed to a trashy bar? I believe I was wearing a t-shirt that said 'More Rock than a Crack House' when I stumbled…More »
10. Foggy Goggle
The Goggle totally took me by surprise. For a pub that seems to have no idea what it is or what it's trying to do when you first experience it, after a few visits it all starts to make a tremendous amount of sense. The low-lit atmosphere, the…More »
11. Nectar Social House
Dartmouth, NS B2Y 1C2
(902) 406-3363
Categories:
Canadian (New),
Breakfast & Brunch,
Gluten-Free
If there's anything that should make Halifax nervous, it's this one block in downtown Dartmouth. Check it out: Two If By Sea for coffee and croissants, the Interlude Spa for pampering and prettying, and Nectar for fine dining and cocktails. They…More »
12. The Armview Restaurant & Lounge
Retro diner meets hip DJ lounge? Yeah, I can dig it. It's like taking an authentic journey back to the good ole days if those good ole days were far cooler than they actually were. You just kinda want to run up to people's tables and start awkward…More »
13. Cristall & Luckett Wine Merchants
Unlike a lot of other people who tend to frequent Nova Scotia's few independent liquor boutiques, I don't really have the obligatory chip on my shoulder against the NSLC. I appreciate having a consistent go-to for all my liquor needs and find the…More »
14. Gaspereau Vineyards
A lovely little slice of wine country in the Anapolis Valley!
Just another set of red barns from a distance, you could easily drive by without realizing that the insides are packed with gorgeous local wines, modern interior design, and friendly staff…More »
15. Luckett Vineyards
The Pete's Frootique empire grows!
We stopped by the Luckett Vineyards on our own makeshift winery tour through the Gaspereau Valley recently and was charmed by the modern, quirky, yet upscale feel of the place.
Perfect example: there's a big red…More »
16. Bistro Le Coq
It's spontaneous irrelevant award time! Congratulations, Bistro Le Coq! You're the 2011 winner of Ben's Most Frequently Visited Restaurant award!
No seriously. I'm pretty sure I need to cool it a little bit. Ever since they've opened, I've been in at…More »
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8/10/2011
First, a brief history:
I totally dig RCR and their restaurants but never really felt like I clicked… Read more »
17. Premier Wine and Spirits
I love Laura P's description of Premier as "appropriate spot for the post graduate drinker," so I suppose I'll start by stealing that for my own review!
With a killer uptown location, Premier is one of two privatized liquor stores in the downtown core…More »
18. Liquid Boutique
Now, reviews for Liquid are going to be a little obvious, I think. If you're a drinker of any kind, you're going to love this place. If you could care less about consuming liquids particularly of the alcoholic variety, then you probably won't get…More »
19. Roy's Lounge
It's rare that I ever choose to just hang out at one of the local hotels, no matter what restaurant, bar, spa, or shop they have tucked away in their lobbies but last night I was so glad to give Eve a chance. With horrible weather outside, two of us…More »
20. Harvest Wines & Spirits
Harvest Wines is so filled with 'YES' that I don't even know where to start. This beacon of booze is tucked away on the Bedford Highway (same building as Clearwater), keeping its audience of regulars to a select few plus those of us willing to drive…More »
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Yelping SinceNovember 2010
Things I LoveWine, Cheese, Carbs, Dachshunds, Low-lighting, Trashy Pop Music, Martinis, Art, Sushi, Kelly Clarkson, Kraft Dinner
Find Me InWarm Blankets, Hats, FibreOp Billboards
My HometownHalifax, NS
My Blog Or Website When I'm Not Yelping...I'm surviving the suburbs
Why You Should Read My ReviewsLiving beyond your means is the only way to live.
My Second Favourite Website The Last Great Book I ReadThe Help
My First ConcertFred Penner (shuddup, I was five)
My Favourite MovieLove Actually, Shaun of the Dead
My Last Meal On EarthButternut Squash Ravioli. Cream sauce. I mean, obviously.
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...I know the choreography to Toni Braxton's 'He Wasn't Man Enough'
Most Recent DiscoveryHoney truffle goat cheese sauce @ Cut Grill
Current CrushJane and Brad on Happy Endings.