Along Quinpool Road, the air buzzes with the sound of aerosol cans spraying paint, the hum of the soft swish of brushes against brick, the faint scent of paint and the murmur of encouragement shared between artists. Two vibrant murals — one a tribute to Nova Scotia’s coastal greens and blues, the other inspired by […]
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Chill the rules, and the red wine
Have we finally turned the corner and entered summer? Let’s hope June’s gloom is behind us and barbecue season upon us. For me, half of the pleasure of a great barbecue is the drinks. While I have focused my first articles for The Coast on food and restaurants, my true expertise is the liquid on […]
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Halifax designer champions love and self-expression through fashion
For designer John Michael Brewer, fashion has always been more than fabric and thread; it’s been a form of resistance, storytelling, and healing. Brewer, the Cape Breton-born creative, is gearing up to debut his new project: a bridal collection named Bubé, inspired by his own wedding and his partner, and rooted in the belief that love […]
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Every big show happening in Halifax in July 2025
Halifax Jazz Festival July 15-20 The TD Halifax Jazz Festival—formerly known as the Atlantic Jazz Festival—is the oldest jazz festival and largest summer festival in Atlantic Canada. Designated a Hallmark Event by the Halifax Regional Municipality, the festival attracts up to 65,000 visitors, involves 400 volunteers and employs over 350 local musicians. Here is a […]
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“We all need healing”: Halifax creator launches Afro-futurist comic series
Illustrator, designer, and now comic series creator, Robert Batuo Mbu, has spent the better part of three decades wielding a pencil like his own personal wand. In his words, “I take pride in using my art to spread light, liberation, and stories from deep within, and sharing them with the world.” The Halifax-based creative is […]
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Tart & Soul Café looks to community to help downsize and thrive
Tucked into the corner of Oxford and Coburg, Tart & Soul Café has long been a fixture in Halifax’s south end — known as much for its giant cinnamon buns and ethically-sourced coffee as for its cozy atmosphere, cross-stitched David Bowie, and famously eclectic playlists. Tart & Soul is a safe and welcoming space for […]
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Halifax designer Marie Webb brings “everybody” fashion to Supernova Market
“My designs are for everybody,” Marie Webb says. “I want people to feel powerful and colourful and proud.” Webb sketches away in her studio. She has got her collection ready to bring a vibrant splash of colour and purpose to this Saturday’s Supernova Market. A Halifax-based designer, creative, and advocate, Webb brings her signature style […]
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Lights, camera, Halifax: Local talent shines in major TV production
Two rising stars with Halifax roots are making waves in the television world, showcasing not only their talent but the growing influence of Nova Scotia’s film and television industry. Yenuki Hordagoda and Noah Gillard—both emerging actors—have landed roles in high-profile productions filmed in the region. Hordagoda is featured in the show We Were Liars, bringing […]
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Looking to bring home a pet in Halifax? Here’s what you need to know
As workdays get longer and personal schedules fill up, many prospective pet owners are turning to low‑maintenance companions that provide affection without overwhelming care needs. While getting a pet is rewarding, employees at the Pet Valu on Quinpool urge people to “not just get a pet for the aesthetic.” “We have seen boys from the […]
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Less is more: Italy’s culinary philosophy finds a home in Halifax
I’ve been to Italy almost too many times to count. Crafting food and wine experiences there is a pleasure—if not a stroke of genius—as every corner of ‘the Boot’ has its own unique and wonderful food culture. It makes tour planning easier there than in most places around the world. At the root of Italian […]
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We asked, you answered
As has been reported over the past few months, the provincial government appears poised to announce changes to where alcohol can be sold in the province—with multiple sources saying that there have been ongoing conversations about expanding sales to convenience stores. At the end of the day, it is up to citizens and our elected […]
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A day in the life with “Just So You Know Halifax”
If you’ve been scrolling through your social media feed in Halifax and stumbled across a high-energy video spotlighting a local business, odds are it came from Just So You Know Halifax. What began as a COVID-era TikTok experiment has evolved into a full-scale local marketing and media company, spearheaded by entrepreneurs Will Fleming and Peter […]
