Support seasonal local food choices at a Lobster Chowder Community Supper....

04 March 2010

Support seasonal local food choices at a Lobster Chowder Community Supper

Come discover delicious, seasonal fare from local fishers and producers! Part of a province-wide celebration of local and seasonal food, the Ecology Action Centre with Select Nova Scotia, is hosting this IncrEDIBLE community event in order to showcase the diversity of local foods and sustainable seafood choices available in the winter.

The menu features Lobster chowder (prepared by Local Source), seasonal salad, dessert, and fair trade coffee/tea. Cost of a ticket is $15 or $5 for children (12 years old and under). Tickets are available (cash only) at the Ecology Action Centre Office (at 2705 Fern Lane, Halifax), or by phone at 902.446.4840. You can also buy a ticket at the door (but space is limited!).

Any proceeds of this event will go to the work of the Ecology Action Centre. We hope you'll join us for this delicious celebration of local food and Maritime culture!

WHEN: Sunday March 14th, 2010 at 3pm - 5pm
WHERE: Bloomfield Centre, Multipurpose Room, 2786 Agricola St., Halifax, NS
CONTACT: Sadie Beaton, Ecology Action Centre, 902.446.4840

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