North End Halifax Holiday Food Guide
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- Nov 26
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Updated: 3 days ago
The holiday season is a time for celebration, gathering, and of course, indulging in delicious food. North End Halifax, known for its vibrant culinary scene, offers a plethora of options to satisfy your festive cravings. Whether you’re planning a cozy dinner at home, a holiday party, or simply looking to enjoy some seasonal treats, this food guide will help you discover the best of North End Halifax's holiday offerings.
Charcuterie & Appetizers
This charming shop specializes in crafting high-quality cured meats and pâtés, providing locals and visitors with a taste of traditional French delicacies. Visit them at 2157 Gottingen Street, North End Halifax.
Offering a wide array of meat and cheese platters, this family-owned shop provides both locals and visitors with delicious, carefully curated selections perfect for holiday gatherings or everyday enjoyment. Visit them at 2665 Agricola Street, North End Halifax.
Frabjous Delights Specialty Foods
This charming establishment offers a delightful array of artisanal products, perfect for creating impressive charcuterie boards or finding unique culinary gifts. They also offer tools perfect for elevating your Holiday meal, like the Laguiole Heritage Collection set of 3 knives for butter and cheese! This butter and cheese box consists of utensils: a large model knife (14 cm handle - 13.5 cm blade), a hard dough knife (14 cm handle - 6 cm blade), and a spreading knife (14 cm handle - 6 cm blade). The handles are made of pakka wood. Purchase the Laguiole Heritage Collection set of 3 knives online here. Visit Frabjous Delights at 2530 Agricola Street, North End Halifax.
Catering & Full Family Meals
Jane’s Next Door - Full Christmas Dinner
Specializing in freshly prepared meals and catering services, it is the perfect spot for those seeking a taste of home-cooked goodness. Their Christmas Dinner pre-order is now open! Relax and indulge in a Slow Roasted NS Free-range Turkey with sundried cranberry and savory Herb Stuffing, and Eggnog Cheesecake with Salted Caramel. Pre-order deadline is Thursday, Dec. 20th @ 12pm. Learn more and place your order here.
🌿Real Fake Meats - Full Vegan Dinner
Specializing in crafting delicious and satisfying meat alternatives, this restaurant offers a diverse menu featuring everything from hearty sandwiches to flavorful breakfast options, all made with locally sourced ingredients. Their Holiday Pre-order is now open! Offering everything you'll need for a vegan Holiday meal, including fake turkey legs, real fake stuffed roast, potato bread stuffing, and more! Orders must be picked up Tuesday, Dec. 23rd. Learn more here.
Hali Deli Old World Delicatessen - Chanukah Specials
Hali Deli is a cozy North End Halifax eatery known for its authentic and delicious Jewish comfort food, offering a taste of tradition with every bite! They are offering 2 Chanukah food specials (for up-to 4 people), plus a special order of a dozen of their crisp, and in-house made latkes! You can place your Chanukah food order here, or give them a call at 902-406-2500.
Cafe Aroma Latino - Guatemalan Tamales
Cafe Aroma Latino in North End Halifax is a vibrant and welcoming eatery known for its authentic Latin American cuisine and warm, inviting atmosphere. They also carry a wide selection of Central & South American specialty foods. For the Holiday season they are offering pre-orders of tamales, a beloved Guatemalan tradition! The order deadline is Wednesday, December 10th. Pick-up is December 23rd. Place your order by visiting Cafe Aroma Latino at 5780 North Street, call them at 902-444-8393, or send them a message on Instagram.
Lou Pécou Pizzeria - Customized Catering
Specializing in handcrafted pizzas with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, this pizzeria offers a delightful dining experience that brings a taste of Italy to the vibrant community. Learn more about Lou Pecou's catering options here.
Suzanne’s Pizzeria - Holiday Pizza
Suzanne’s Pizzeria was created by Black Sheep Restaurant owner John House, partnered with long-time restaurant professionals Morgan Mastronardi and Darryl Knight! We aim to serve delicious pies in a classic pizzeria style that appeals to everyone. You can visit Suzanne's Pizzeria at the Good Robot Beer Garden at 2223 North Park Street. Planning a holiday pizza party? Email them at suzannespizzeria@gmail.com
Pastries & Desserts
🌿Springhouse - Vegan Cheesecake
Known for their decadent cashew cheesecakes—always dairy-free and gluten-free (but you’d never guess!). You can choose from six flavours. Whole cakes are available by pre-order with at least 3 days’ notice. Learn more and order here.
Dee Dee’s Ice Cream - Holiday Ice Cream Flavours
Dee Dee’s Ice Cream is a beloved treat destination in North End Halifax, known for its creative and delightful ice cream flavors that capture the spirit of the season. Offering a cozy atmosphere and a variety of holiday-inspired flavors, it's the perfect spot to indulge your sweet tooth while enjoying the festive ambiance of the neighborhood. They are currently offering limited-edition Holiday flavours such as Candy Cane and Chkn Bones, in-store at 5668 Nora Bernard Street, North End Halifax.
Vandal Doughnuts - Holiday Themed Doughnuts
Known for its creative and whimsical doughnut designs, this local gem offers a wide array of flavors that cater to every palate. They are now accepting orders for their Holiday Box, packed with colourful, whimsical designs, these donuts are the perfect treat to spread cheer and sweetness! Place your order here.
LF Bakery - Holiday Pastry Order
LF Bakery is a beloved gem in North End Halifax, known for its artisanal pastries and warm, inviting atmosphere. They are currently accepting pre-orders for pastries for Dec. 24th pick-up! Orders must be placed in-person by Dec. 18th at the bakery at 2063 Gottingen Street, North End Halifax.
🌿Bramble Cafe - Plant-Based Baked Goods
A delicious plant-based bakery and cafe located in the heart of North End Halifax! They offer catering and preorder services that includes coffee, tea, and their delicious plant-based baked goods. Orders can be delivered or picked up at the Cafe at 2851 Agricola Street, North End Halifax.
Suda Table - Basque Cheesecake
Suda Table's best-seller Basque cheesecake (9") is baked in a very hot oven and delivers a beautiful, dark exterior full of bittersweet notes. This makes the interior rich and creamy. They don't use any flour and it's totally gluten-free! This cake is suitable for 8-10 people. Place your order here. Visit Suda Table at 5520 Almon Street, North End Halifax.
Hungry Bowl - Dessert Tray
Hungry Bowl offers a variety of catering options, including delicious dessert trays! The dessert trays you can choose from include the Holiday Baklava Basket, Fancy French cookies tray, and mixed squares tray. Catering orders can be placed here. Visit Hungry Bowl at 5689 Cunard Street, North End Halifax.
Something to Drink
Cafe Byron - Byron Blend Coffee
No holiday food guide would be complete without a mention of coffee! Try the Byron Blend Coffee from Cafe Byron—perfect for cozying up on a chilly winter morning. Whether served black, with a splash of cream, or as part of a decadent holiday dessert, the Byron Blend is sure to delight coffee lovers and elevate any festive gathering. The Byron Blend Coffee can be purchased in-store at Cafe Byron, located at 2456 Agricola Street, North End Halifax.
Chain Yard Urban Cidery - Frost Bite Cider
Chain Yard Urban Cidery is a vibrant Halifax-based cidery offering a diverse selection of craft ciders made from locally sourced apples, creating a unique experience for cider enthusiasts! Their seasonal, holiday drink is the Frost Bit Cider - a winter spiced cider aged on cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger. The Frost Bite Cider can be purchased in-store at Chain Yard taproom at 2606 Agricola Street, or online here. Plus, they do FREE local delivery on orders over $50!
Propeller Brewing Co. - Perfect Storm
Perfect Storm combines Propeller’s popular Ginger Beer with rum and a touch of lime. It’s the perfect mix for refreshment, with the spicy tingle Propeller ginger beer is known for. You can purchase Propeller products at the Propeller Brewing Co. retail shop at 2015 Gottingen Street, or online here. Plus, they offer FREE local delivery on order over $40!
Compass Distillers- Gin Royal
The "Can't fail" gift for the gin lover in your world, Gin Royal is the best selling Nova Scotian distilled gin - for great reasons. Made right here in Halifax, this gin has won awards around the world. The Compass Distillers products can be purchased in-store at 2533 Agricola Street, or online here.
Keep your eye out for the North End Halifax In-Store Shopping Contest while you're out holiday shopping!
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