Sip into the Season with These Winter Beverage Packages

Celebrate winter with experiences that showcase Nova Scotia’s vibrant craft beverage scene. Cozy up with vineyard views dusted in snow, deepen your knowledge of wine pairings, discover distinctive local brews, or indulge in a gourmet meal perfectly paired with wine. These packages are the ideal way to raise your spirits this season.

Planters Ridge Winery: Valley Vineyard Getaway

Pack your bags for a peaceful two-night vineyard retreat at The Stay at Planters Ridge. Arrive at their renovated farmhouse, where you’re greeted with a curated pairing of local cheese and Planters Ridge wine. In the tasting room, enjoy a complimentary wine flight while the winter sun sets over the vines. The next morning, ease into your day with a European-inspired breakfast made with fresh Annapolis Valley ingredients.

Kitch’inn: Mahone Bay Room with a Brew

Head to Mahone Bay for an overnight getaway at Kitch’inn Boutique Inn + Betty’s Wine Bar. Spend the afternoon exploring the town’s charming shops and scenic waterfront, before relaxing with a flight of craft beer, paired with wood-fired pizza or a tasting board. After a day filled with local flavours and Maritime hospitality, cozy up in your queen suite.

A server serves two guests pizza at Betty's at the Kitch in Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia

Benjamin Bridge Vineyards: Wine & Wonder

Experience the art of wine and food pairing in a relaxed setting this winter at Benjamin Bridge. Guided by a knowledgeable host, taste three wines, each paired with a unique small bite and an interactive, sensory element. Discover why certain foods work best with specific wines, how flavours interact, and leave with tips to create perfect pairings at home. It’s an engaging and enjoyable way to build your wine confidence, one bite and sip at a time.

Boxing Rock Brewing Company: The Tasting Room Experience

The tasting room becomes the classroom with this unique experience from Boxing Rock Brewing Company. Take part in a guided beer and food tasting, learning about style characteristics, the brewing process, and the best flavours to pair with your favourite brews. Enjoy six unique beers complemented by a local charcuterie board and let your taste buds embark on a sensory exploration of the world of craft beer.

A plate of cheese and charcuterie and a flight of beer on a wooden table. A hand holds a piece of paper above the food and drink.

Domaine de Grand Pré: Wine, Dine & Stay

This winter, visit Atlantic Canada’s oldest farm winery to sip award-winning wines, savour locally inspired cuisine, and get cozy in a charming historic inn. Join an expert-led tasting and discover the art of grape growing and winemaking—perfect for a chilly winter day. As evening falls, indulge in a gourmet four-course tasting menu, thoughtfully paired with estate wines. Then, settle into the Inn at Grand Pré Winery, where you’ll wake up the next morning to a cozy breakfast for two, delivered to your suite or enjoyed in the elegant dining room.

The 7 Virtues Perfume Atelier: The 7 Virtues—Alchemy & Apéritifs

Beat the winter blues this year on an adventure in downtown Halifax that combines alchemy and mixology into one unforgettable package. Begin at The 7 Virtues Perfume Atelier, where you’ll be guided by an alchemist to create and personalise your own custom perfume. Then, make your way through a hidden passageway to Bar Sofia for a Nova Scotia-inspired margarita flight, paired with tasting notes and insights from your knowledgeable bartender.

Avondale Sky Winery: Avondale Sky Sip, Stay & Savour

Gather your wine-loving friends for a two-night winter escape at Avondale Sky Winery. Enjoy an exclusive after-hours tasting, sampling small-lot and premium wines paired with local cheese, charcuterie, and artisanal olives. Learn about the winery’s unique terroir during a guided tour and discover the intricate bottling process. In the evening, retreat to the historic farmhouse, to warm up by the cozy wood stove.