Liz Feltham

The newly renovated restaurant in the Prince George Hotel has been getting a lot of attention recently, and justifiably so. Gio is a feast for the senses; each plate a work of art, a perfect balance of style and substance. The decor is striking, the service superb, the menu full of unique offerings that Halifax […]

There’s no doubt that Inn on the Lake is a gorgeous setting for anything from a weekend getaway to a wedding—this “unique airport hotel” sports a sandy beach on Lake Thomas, tennis courts, a pool and beautifully appointed rooms. Recent renovations have turned the dining room and bar into equally lovely settings. The more casual […]

In their ongoing battle for our loyalty, supermarkets have been increasingly focused on making their stores destination spots—not just places to buy food, but also services like prescriptions, photo finishing, flowers and clothing. Fortunately, the latest supermarket trend is turning our attention back to their prime products, food. In this case, think blue. Both major […]

Having a short attention span and a wariness of foods prepared for large groups, I’ve never given much thought to dinner theatre as a way to spend an evening. That is, until I found myself attending a function with a group of my coworkers the night before my birthday. After “ribbit, ribbitting” our way around […]

Tucked in the Hydrostone Market, the sedate storefront of Epicurious Morsels only hints at the delights to be found inside. A chalkboard outside advertises the daily specials, and if you allow yourself to be lured in from the sidewalk you’ll find yourself in a small, elegant dining room decorated with rich colours, wood trim, plenty […]

If you pick up a newspaper near Christmas time, you’re sure to see an article about Jamieson’s Irish-House and Grill. Owner Chris Smith opens his doors to all on Christmas Day and feeds anyone and everyone who comes in. Reading about his generosity has become as much a holiday ritual at my house as watching […]

It’s a typical early summer rainy day when I hop into the newly renamed and renovated Greek Village (formerly the Greek House). It looks like a diner, with booths, a window through to the kitchen, and the counter displaying desserts, which we later discover are fabulous. The server is quick with an offer of a […]

Of all the places to eat on the South shore between Halifax and Lunenburg, the Seaside Shanty has long been my favourite. A small building tucked between the old highway and a jetty, the Shanty’s unassuming exterior belies the excellence of the food that pours forth from a tiny kitchen. Stepping into the Shanty, your […]

Five years ago, I had a most amazing opportunity—a chance to combine my love of writing with my passion for food. Five years later, I’m still visiting restaurants and sharing my experiences with Coast readers. One of the questions I’m most commonly asked is “What happens if you run out of restaurants?” Sadly, due to […]

Downtown for dinner with a couple of girlfriends, I decide to combine pleasure with business and drop by 44 North for review purposes. 44 North is the restaurant of the former Sheraton turned Casino Nova Scotia Hotel and now Marriott; as a Casino employee, my ties with the hotel were severed after the sale. With […]

Like Casanova seducing the women of Venice, Chives swept into town and ignited the passions of food lovers. All the talk of fresh local ingredients and seasonal menus had foodies talking; being featured on Life Network’s Opening Soon brought huge amounts of publicity, and the bistro was off and running. But that was almost five […]