Go Local: Halifax Waterfront
posted by CARSTEN KNOX, Jul 8/10
Strolling around the boardwalk on a day Queen Elizabeth was visiting made for an especially exciting Go Local experience for Shoptalk. comments 1
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Go Local: Agricola
posted by CARSTEN KNOX, Aug 5/10
Agricola Street is many things to many people. comments 0
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Go Local: Bedford
posted by CARSTEN KNOX, Jun 23/10
An artery right into the heart of Bedford, the highway has everything from Asian groceries to Middle Eastern carpets to outlets of fine footwear. comments 0
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Go Local: Hydrostone
posted by CARSTEN KNOX, Jun 2/10
The Hydrostone is a north end oasis of classy boutiques, eateries and galleries. With a gorgeous, tree-lined parkette just across the street, it’s a springtime consumer destination unpar- alleled on the peninsula. comments 3
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Go local on Barrington Street
posted by CARSTEN KNOX, Apr 29/10
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Go local in Dartmouth
posted by CARSTEN KNOX, Apr 8/10
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Go local in Clayton Park
posted by CARSTEN KNOX, Mar 22/10
Clayton Park stretches from Fairview to Bayer's Lake. We zeroed in on these pleasant merchants. comments 0
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Love, Me Boutique's Chara Kingston
posted by CARSTEN KNOX, Nov 19/09
Kingston's boutique fills a niche offering handmade, small-run products created by local and Canadian designers and artisans. comments 2
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Halifax holiday craft fairs
posted by CARSTEN KNOX, Nov 19/09
Where to get your knicks and knacks for the chimney stocking. comments 0
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Hey you! Get involved
posted by CARSTEN KNOX, Nov 19/09
Here's a list of organizations doing good things to help promote and encourage local economies. comments 0
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GPI Atlantic
posted by CARSTEN KNOX, Nov 19/09
The Genuine Progress Index is a search for better measures of our success by looking more thoughtfully at the world around us. comments 0
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Sean Gallagher on buying local food
posted by CARSTEN KNOX, Nov 19/09
When people think of buying locally, most will start with what they eat. Sean Gallagher was way ahead of the wave with his Local Source Market and Terroir. comments 0
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Look out for the "local-wash"
posted by CARSTEN KNOX, Nov 19/09
As the buy local movement gains popularity, be ready for corporations using the language of the movement to market their products. comments 1
Readers' Favorites
New and used CDs line the walls and fill the handy bins, with a focus on local artists. Don't forget to browse their DVD collection, as well as some choice rock t-shirts and vinyl.
Propeller Brewing Company
422-7767
Propeller's award-winning microbrews---Pale Ale, Bitter, Porter and Honey Wheat, plus seasonal faves like the spicy Pumpkin Ale---are available from the attractive cold beer store seven days a week. Buy a six-pack or the popular growler, a 1.89 litre refillable jug, and for a special non-alcoholic treat, grab a couple of Propeller's all-natural sodas. The ginger beer is to die for.
Swanki Guru is the salon/spa run by Kevan Bish at Purdy's Wharf and it is also the name brand for the line of haircare products---soon to launch in New York---some made of alginate from sea kelp, all organic and locally sourced, also by Bish, who is a big supporter of the Buy Local movement.
Bikes by Dave Inc.
455-1677
offers new bikes, parts and accessories, and clothing, now from their new location on Young Street. The kids section carries a variety of bikes, including the ever-popular tricycle. You can find a choice two-wheeled beauty from $300 and up.
Pretty Things Boutique
492-8329
Owner Cadence Macmichael has suggested her store has that "bad girl's '50s feel" and contains "fabulously feminine vintage inspired clothing, lingerie and accessories, sizes XS-3XL." Look for local items in store by Devilish Designs, Art Work by Jennifer Coe and Pretty Titty Pasties.
This spacious nightclub and lounge fills up with music and bodies every weekend, thanks to its state-of-the-art sound system and lighting. Do your thing under the gigantic disco ball, or wait for the groove to hit away from the dance floor on one of Pacifico's many levels.
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