If things go according to plan for Halifax hard-rockers Chaos Theory, on July 14 instead of thrashing around to Master of Puppets and spending too much at the beer tent, they’ll be sharing the stage with Metallica. “To play on stage with my idols can’t be explained with words, but only with emotions of true […]
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Best Pub Food
Winning two years in a row now, this 177-year-old converted mansion is the nicest place to get kicked out of in Halifax. But before you do that, you should try the menu. Offering up a hearty selection of traditional British pub grub, including fishcakes (for which it won Best Fishcakes in 2010), homemade beans and, […]
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Best Cheap Drinks
On a budget? If there’s anything hampering a good time, it’s worrying about the hole being burnt in your wallet. With no one seemingly able to beat Oasis Pub & Eatery’s mouth-watering prices, it is the place to go. Pints range from $2.75 to $5.25 and pitchers from $10 to $15.75. We’re talking domestic and […]
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Best Campus Eats
Dalhousie University just wouldn’t be the same without the resident Dawgfather, servin’ up hot dogs to the student community. Jerry Reddick, the Dawgfather’s alter-ego, and his business have been staving off hunger—and insanity during exam time—for Dal students for years with friendly service year-round, offering an assortment of hot dogs and veggie dogs. Hate to […]
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Most Wished-for Halifax Food Trend
Most Wished-for Halifax Food Trend All-you-can-eat-sushi Voters must have been wishing hard, because this one’s come true! Either that, or this must be Halifax’s best kept secret. Until now: Happy Sushi Restaurant (362 Lacewood Drive, 429-9858) offers all-you-can-eat for $13.99 during the week and $21.99 on the weekends. Check out the list below and try […]
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Best Ribs
Two thousand ten’s Best New Restaurant claims Best Ribs again in just its second year. “I would say it’s all about the smoke,” says kitchen manager Alan McPherson, who says Boneheads doesn’t take any shortcuts when it comes to ribs—no boiling, no ovens, just low and slow. “We give them a good three or four-hour […]
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Best Cocktails
For the first time in years, long-reigning cocktail champ Bitter End comes in second. The dimly lit, surprisingly large yet still cozy and classy Fireside is now Halifax’s premiere place for cocktails. Fireside is already known for drawing a crowd Monday nights with its $5 martini special, so why not give it another title? Don’t […]
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Best Server
“I think that people just really enjoy their experience here,” says Tara Sobey, modestly explaining why she has received so many votes for Best Server. “We’re a pretty friendly neighbourhood pub. Happy smiles.” This is the second time in a row Finbar’s has won for Best Crew. The atmosphere at Finbar’s is very community-minded, given […]
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Best Salad
Pete’s is the place to go for a quick (and delicious) bite to eat and drink to wash it down. There’s not enough room to list all the sandwiches, salads and smoothies at Pete’s To Go Go and Power Juice Bar. Add another kick to your day by adding some extra nutrition, such as protein […]
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Best Coffee (Espresso-based)
Knowing you have a good product is one thing, but how many owners actually take the time to see if their product is as fair trade and organic as they claim it is? Java Blend owner Jim Dikaios has started making trips to Central America to visit the farms he gets his coffee from. “I’d […]
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Best Kid-friendly Spot
Local Jo continues to be Best of Food’s Best Kid-Friendly Spot, winning three times in a row now. This quaint little neighbourhood cafe serves up fair trade and organic coffee, local teas and a menu comprised of farmers’ market goodies. The kids’ section always has a revolving assortment of toys, so let them play a […]
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Best Sandwich
Pete’s is the place to go for a quick (and delicious) bite to eat and drink to wash it down. There’s not enough room to list all the sandwiches, salads and smoothies at Pete’s To Go Go and Power Juice Bar. Add another kick to your day by adding some extra nutrition, such as protein […]
