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1. Harbourwalk
It's simple: the Halifax boardwalk is the city's favourite summer past time outside of day-drinking. And why wouldn't it be?? It's free, it's sunny, it's an easy stroll that brings you by countless places to eat (and day-drink), and it's the best…More »
2. Halifax Dartmouth Ferries
The cheapest thrill in Halifax! For just over $2 or a regular bus pass, you get a glorious and stable jaunt across the lovely harbour with magnificent views of the bridges, the islands, the downtown skyline and...uh...Dartmouth. Just face the other…More »
3. Bishop's Landing
Summer in the city wouldn't be the same without the Bishop's Landing Piazza!
Everyone knows that all the cool kids stroll the waterfront on a pretty regular basis from June to October and until the section in between Bishop's and Pier 21 fills out a…More »
4. Tall Ship Silva
If you're not from the Maritimes, another coastal equivalent, or a band of scurvy-ridden pirates, you might never have had the chance to sail on a true tall ship. If you ARE from the Maritimes, another coastal equivalent, or a band of scurvy-ridden…More »
5. 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 »
6. Caffe Ristretto
With a name like Caffe Ristretto, you'd expect a location beaming with bold Italian personality. Unfortunately, the feel of this waterfront café falls a little flat. Their service and menu checks off all the major boxes that a café needs to, but…More »
7. The Bicycle Thief
Oh yes. Oh yes yes yes. The Bicycle Thief and I are officially besties.
After a few more visits over the past few months - a few drinks here, a few apps there - I have to say that this incubator of Italian indulgence is only getting better. From the…More »
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5/10/2011
Ah yes, the restaurant that has been rocking the city since February...I can't believe it took me so… Read more »
8. Frida Jewellery
I love our city - I really do, but there are some experiences that you just don't expect to have here. When you think ultra high end, most of us are trained to just think of Mills Brothers, but with gorgeous boutique shops like Frida, Halifax's…More »
9. Sugah!
You know what? I don't think I've ever actually been able to finish an ice cream from Sugah. But don't worry, it wasn't for lack of trying! Owned by the wonderful Uncommon Group, this is our very own, homegrown, hand-paddled ice cream destination.…More »
10. Creperie Mobile
I'm having a hard time even writing this review because it's taking everything I have to stay at my computer versus driving to the market right this second to eat more crepes than any one person should. THAT's how good they are.
Savoury crepes are my…More »
11. Halifax Seaport Farmers Market
Ah the oddly controversial new Farmers' Market...how could I have waited so long to have my own first-hand experience with you? I went through a phase of maniacal loyalty to the old one in the Keith's brewery built on Saturday morning Cinnamon Buns…More »
12. Ristorante a Mano
With a more welcoming, community feel than its popular sister restaurant Il Mercato, A Mano really does feel like a hint of Italy in our city. That does mean that the place can get quite loud and boisterous in the evenings (so intimate discussions…More »
13. Ironworks Distillery
Ironworks is a gorgeous distillery in Lunenburg that puts out a whole range of delicious spirits in some of the most lovely designed bottles I've seen in a long time! I first picked up a bottle of their Cranberry liqueur at Bishop's Cellar on an…More »
14. One Stop Wood Shop
This unique shop is tough to describe - on the one hand it pretty much tells its own story just by its name alone, on the other, the name doesn't touch the many gorgeous items to be found within its walls. With woods cured naturally that have been…More »
15. Turbine
Halifax, NS B3J 3Z2
(902) 429-0986
Categories:
Women's Clothing,
Jewellery,
Accessories
There's just something fantastically big city about popping into a boutique for a quick visit and then being offered a glass of champagne by the owner (Lisa) as she tells you all about how she's going down to hang out with the celebrities at the…More »
16. Stayner's Wharf Pub & Grill
You know what? I don't think I've ever given Stayner's enough credit. After years of considering it just a tourist pub given its location on the waterfront, I never put it in my top destinations to grab a beer and an app to pass the time. After…More »
17. Cold Stone in Tim Hortons
Halifax, NS B3J 1M3
(902) 423-6694
Categories:
Doughnuts,
Coffee & Tea,
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
I won't lie. I've been to ye ole Cold Stone many a time. The fact that there is one open 24-hours within walking distance from my house has a little something to do with that. As does the fact that they carry peanut butter flavoured ice cream. Thus?…More »
18. Hart and Thistle Gastropub & Brewery
Halifax, NS B3J 1S9
(902) 407-4278
Categories:
Gastropubs,
Breweries,
Music Venues
After months of raving recommendations for the Hart and Thistle's veggie burger, I finally made it in to see what's what. But before I begin, though, I need to make it very clear that I appreciate any and all pubs that offer a vegetarian burger…More »
19. Harbour Hopper Tours
I can't even lie...I've got some love for the Harbour Hopper.
Yes, yes, yes. I know it's a tourist trap, some people think it's tacky, and they make you ribbit at strangers while driving around the city. BUT, every time I've been on board (three times…More »
20. The Lower Deck
Ah yes, The Lower Deck. This one's about as east coast as it gets...not necessarily because that's what the east coast IS like, but definitely because that's what people who come to visit WANT the east coast to be like: big communal tables, enough…More »
21. The Battered Fish
Halifax, NS B3J 1T3
(902) 471-3474
Categories:
Seafood,
Fish & Chips,
Food Stands
As a non-fish-eater, you'd probably think there aren't many reasons for me to love our waterfront fish 'n chips hut, but yet love them I do. Why? Easy.
1) They can tell you exactly where the fish comes from. We live on the water and we have incredible…More »
22. Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
When you really need a good Maritime binge, you'll find all the east coast Canadiana you'll ever want right here. Starting with a parrot who actually, no seriously, says hi and bye if you make the first move, and ending with full lighthouse bulbs and…More »
23. Bramoso Gourmet Pizzeria
Finally made it to Bramoso's market booth on the second floor of the Seaport Market today and boy am I glad I did!
First off, they're in the upper corner that is pretty much made for me. You know...the one next to Java Blend, an Indian resto, a…More »
24. Paul Stulac: Smoke On the Water
Ever walk into a business and instantly realize that you probably shouldn't be there?
Yeah. That's what happened to me here. Smoke On The Water is a little slice of heaven for the advanced cigar smoker, *not* a place for a shopper who knows nothing…More »
25. Two If By Sea
While I'll always be loyal to the Dartmouth location, I'm so thrilled for TIBS new venture on the Halifax side after getting to experience it for myself. Honestly, I wasn't sold on the new location when I first heard where they were going (in…More »
26. Fife & Drum Pub
You know what, F&D? I ain't mad atcha. Sure, you're a hotel bar in a city where hotel bars get very little respect. Sure, you're a Scottish pub in a city full of other Scottish and Irish pubs. But you know what? You're still trying and that's what…More »
27. Red Stag Tavern
Surprisingly, I'm quite alright with the Red Stag! I say surprisingly because most 'east coast pubs' fail to get this east-coaster excited enough to look beyond the typical vibe we usher out to impress the tourists as they flock to cheap beer and…More »
28. Fox Hill Cheese House
This lovely 'booth' at the Seaport Farmers Market is absolutely gorgeous. You can really tell the Fox Hill folks invested some serious time and moolah into making this a permanent installation and Halifax is a better place for it!
I haven't tried…More »
29. Java Blend
This is always one of my very first stops when I get to the Halifax Seaport Market. Usually because I'm there earlier than I get out of bed most mornings and clearly need to get espresso into my face as fast as possible, but also because they're…More »
30. El Gallo Mexican Food
Obviously, I love this city. Are we Toronto or Vancouver? No, but that's okay. We've got just about anything you could need or want but with better harbour views and less traffic. Suck on *that*, big cities.
But, every now and then I'm reminded of one…More »
31. NovaScotian Crystal
This spot has been a waterfront landmark for as long as I can remember. Within sparkle distance from the Halifax ferry terminal, NovaScotian Crystal puts Twilight vampires to shame when it comes to the bling department.
With several signature lines of…More »
32. Ferry Terminal Park
After a few days of sunny weather and a few weeks of regular ferry service back in order, the Ferry Terminal Park has once again become a regular haunt to wait out the fifteen-to-thirty minutes in between pick-ups.
No - there's not really all that…More »
33. Steve O Reno's Capuccino
I know it's probably a not-so-great indication of my hip, artsy street cred but the Halifax Seaport Market location of Steve-O's is definitely my favourite. It's clean, it's fresh, it's bright, and it's almost impossible to miss on your way into the…More »
34. Cut Contemporary Steakhouse & Urban Grill
Guys? I apologize in advance. This is going to be an essay but I can't help myself. I just have a lot to say about the Grill at Cut after underestimating them for a very long time. Honestly? Some of the reviews were keeping me away...but in this case…More »
35. The Seaport Bread Shop
During my clearly not thought-out plan of visiting the market on Tuesday (when only a handful of vendors are actually on site and open), the Seaport Bread Shop ended up being my only option for a cup of coffee. It wasn't looking good since this place…More »
36. The Lower Deck Beer Market
Set up on the second floor of the ever-popular Lower Deck, the Beer Market seems to always be mid-identity crisis. During the day, it's a calm, casual lunch spot for above average pub fare. At night? It's the weird, pop-music-loving sister of the…More »
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The Great Outdoors (21)Anywhere that has room to breathe - no paved paradises here! |
Discovering Dartmouth (89)Think you have to cross the bridge to deliver on all your needs? Don't kid yourself. Dartmouth's got it all and with better parking to boot, sucka. |
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