Welsh Rarebit with Smoked Ham & Pickled Onion

The Welsh rarebit is a dish originating from Wales. Traditionally, it consists of a piece of toast covered with a melted concoction of cheese, beer and seasonings, which is then broiled. Here, we’ve added ham and pickled onion. You can replace the homemade pickled onion with store-bought pickled onions or chopped pickles.

Fish Cakes With Lemon Mayonnaise

The atmosphere at The Economy Shoe Shop on Argyle Street in Halifax is über-fun and laid-back. They serve these home-style cakes as an appetizer, but they're substantial enough for a main course, especially when accompanied by a green salad and a fantastic local beer such as Propeller Bitter Ale.

Rich, Hearty Vegetarian Chocolate Stout Chili

I chose this dish because it is so rich and satisfying, that even the biggest meat-eaters wouldn't miss the meat. It's hard to find a good vegetarian Chili Recipe, and I believe this is the best out there. It focuses on complex flavors and it screams "Canadian". A big bowl of chili is the ultimate comfort food. I serve this will a dollop of plain yogurt or sour cream on top, and a sprig of fresh cilantro. And of course with one of my Honey Buttermilk Beer Buns (recipe follows) on the side. This is hands-down the best vegetarian chili out there!

Grainy Mustard-Glazed Ham

Stout Pecan Pie

Green Onion Crêpes

Best Fried Potatoes and Onions

Frying onions in the oil before adding the potatoes adds subtle flavour to the fries. Plus, the onions become meltingly tender inside, with crisp edges and a wicked sweetness. Oil-blanch the potatoes in very small batches; the moisture in them makes the oil really bubble, which could cause it to overflow.

Baked Beans

The baked beans at the shore lunch was a dish I always looked forward to. Dipping fresh-cut fried potatoes in beans is certainly better than ketchup!

Stout, Beef & Potato Pie

L'Ancienne Mustard

This grainy mustard is a rustic-looking blend of partially ground soaked seeds.