DOWNTOWN HALIFAX PRESENTS

TO DOW OWN HALIFAX Love is in the Air!

It doesn’t need to be Valentine’s Day to celebrate your better half or lifelong friend.

With over 400 restaurant, retail, and service businesses to choose from, is always a great choice to find that special thing or experience for that special someone. For the first time ever, Downtown Halifax Business Commission is pleased to offer you The Lovers Guide to Downtown Halifax.

During these cold winter months it can sometimes seem hard to find a reason to leave the couch. We think we found some for you. We hope that the products and experiences in these pages act as a guide and starting point for some Downtown adventures.

You chose to live in Atlantic Canada’s big city. Come take advantage of everything that your Downtown has to offer. And remember – if you’re anywhere Downtown, you’re close to everything Downtown.

Saturday, may 14 2016 at the cunard centre • 2 sessions available HAPPY DOWNTOWN LOVING,

Paul MacKinnon, Executive Director, nscraftbeer.ca/nscbw Downtown Halifax Business Commission MUST BE OF LEGAL DRINKING AGE TO ATTEND. ID CHECK AT THE DOOR shopping Love in downtown halifax!

Welcome to the 2016 Lover's Guide to Downtown Halifax

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Alicia Melanson Argyle Fine Art 1725 BARRINGTON STREET · aliciamelanson.com 1559 BARRINGTON STREET, UNIT 102 · argylefineart.blogspot.ca Get ready for a special night with a wash, blow-dry & style & eye makeup Visit the Love Box Post Office at Argyle Fine Art where you'll be able to purchase with lashes. a locally made card, write a few words in it either at the gallery using some of our Date Night Package supplies (like a glass pen!), and then place it in the Love Box with delivery information $50 for the person it's for. We'll pay the postage and send your message along the old fashioned way...in the mail! Handwritten messages are always the best way to say you care! Our selections of cards are made by local artists and range in price from $4 to $6, from serious to playful! Postage Paid Love Box Post Office $4 - $6

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Attica Biscuit General Store 1566 BARRINGTON STREET · attica.ca 1661 · biscuitgeneralstore.com Attica will be taking 25% off all in-stock tabletop items to set the mood for those who Biscuit General Store is an independent and locally owned boutique department want to dine home for a romantic dinner. store in Downtown Halifax, . Biscuit has a quirky and cutting-edge 25% Off All In-Stock Tabletop Items selection of Men's and Women's clothing, hundreds of your favourite brands to choose from and we support many independent Canadian designer lines as well. We also have our own Women's fashion line 'Bonanza - by Biscuit' as well as shoes, unique and fun gifts, cosmetics and accessories. Hope to see you soon! Secretly Incredible Necklace $39 Emergency Beard Guards $9

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Avis Boston Pizza Downtown Halifax 1717 GRAFTON STREET · locations.avis.com/ca/ns/halifax/ta9.html 1858 GRANVILLE STREET · bostonpizza.com It’s not about Point A or Point B, it’s about the ride in between. Use the discount Enjoy a spaghetti kiss (Lady and the Tramp) /Any 2 gourmet pastas for $28. Call code S036000 to take 10% to 20% off your next car rental. (902)-422-8600 or visit us online at www.bostonpizza.com. Present your coupon to 10% to 20% Off Car Rental - Discount code S036000 redeem the offer for takeout and deliver. Please inform the hostess upon ordering. Enjoy a hearty bowl of pasta with the one you love, $28

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Cambridge Suites Echo Designs Jewellery 1583 BRUNSWICK STREET · cambridgesuiteshalifax.com 5201 DUKE STREET (SCOTIA SQUARE) · echodesigns.ca Get out of the house this winter and enjoy everything Downtown Halifax has to offer! Come explore the locally handcrafted Nova Scotia Sea Locket, a beautiful locket Enjoy a date night by skaing the Emera Oval, climb to the top of snowy Citadel Hill or with Bay of Fundy sea glass, South Shore garnet sand, Eastern Passage seaweed, cuddle up at a local restaurant. After your adventure kick back and relax in a spacious and Halifax mussel shells all hand-picked from the beaches of Nova Scotia. For room at the Cambridge Suites Hotel in Downtown Halifax, and sleep in the next day! those here and away who love the sea! Winter Weekends – Fridays and Saturdays from $109 Nova Scotia Sea Locket, $19.00 Your romantic Winter Weekend special includes: Accommodation in a spacious room, free Parking, free Breakfast, free wifi and local calls, and a late checkout of 1PM

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Durty Nelly’s Irish Pub Indochine Banh Mi CORNER OF ARGYLE AND SACKVILLE STREET · durtynellys.ca 1701 BARRINGTON STREET · indochine.ca Enjoy a meal with a loved one consisting of marmalade glazed roasted duck for two Tiger beer is a refreshing and full bodied lager beer imported from Singapore. This with apple rosemary stuffing and sherry duck sauce, roasted root vegetables, duck special includes a 341 ml portion of Tiger, served straight from the bottle or in a glass. fat roasted potatoes, and table top s’mores. Banh Mi are Vietnamese-style sandwiches served on a toasted French baguette and filled with marinated meats such as Lemongrass Chicken and Sate Pork (Vegetarian $45 for two people – Starting at 4:00 pm options are also available). Toppings include house made citrus mayo, cucumber, pickled carrot and daikon, cilantro and birds eye chilies. The vibrant fresh flavours and spicy chilies found in Banh Mi are a great match for a cool refreshing beer. Beer and Banh Mi - it's a thing! Beer & Banh Mi for 2 2 Tiger Beer & 2 Banh Mi Sandwiches, $22.00

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Insight Optometry Loose Cannon 1575 BRUNSWICK STREET · insightoptometry.com 1267 BARRINGTON STREET · theloosecannon.ca Since our beginning more than 25 years ago, our practice has always maintained a Come and experience a true neighbourhood pub in the heart of the city. Featuring focus on the provision of outstanding vision health care in combination with excellent a range of Scottish Dishes and a wide selection of local and imported beer, whiskey patient service. To that end, we’ve evolved as a cohesive team of doctors and support and single malt Scotch ( Of Course ! ). staff who are dedicated to this principle. Enjoy any two pints of draught and one shared appetizer Maui Jim Sunglasses for $20 Glare washes out colours, obscures details and fatigues your eyes. Maui Jim Sunglassses eliminate 99.9% of glare allowing you to see the world at its brilliant best. The days are getting longer...protect your loved one's lifelong vision.

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Layers Cupcakes Lot Six 1267 BARRINGTON STREET · layersweddingcakes.com 1685 ARGYLE STREET · lotsix.ca Layers delicious cupcakes come in a beautiful turquoise box decorated with lots of Inspired by the great bars of the world, Lot Six Bar & Restaurant looks to elevate sugar love. Surprise your sweetie with flavours such as chocolate ganache, coconut, palates through fine food, drink, oysters and service. Local ingredients will showcase red velvet, cinnamon cream cheese and many more. Buy a Lovers Dozen and you’ll the beauty of our province, and our collective travels and education will bring your on receive a certificate for a Couple’s Coffee & Cupcake to enjoy on your next visit. a journey. Located in the heart of downtown Halifax, we are ready to welcome you, This includes two coffees and two single cupcakes. Stay in or take away. whether it be for a cocktail from one of our award winning bartenders or a full-course Lovers Dozen - $33, includes HST dining experience. Open from 4pm-2am daily, with 11am-3pm brunch on Sundays. 2 glasses of Nova 7 wine by Benjamin Bridge & a dozen oysters for $38 from 4:00 pm- 6:00 pm every day.

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Maps and More Patagonia 1601 LOWER WATER STREET · maps-and-ducks.com 1496 Lower Water Street · patagoniahalifax.ca Destinations of a Lifetime by National Geographic, $40.00 Torrentshell Jackets 30% Off National Geographic takes you on a photographic tour of the world’s Our Torrentshell Jacket helps you enjoy it all, regardless of condi- most spectacular destinations, inspiring tangible ideas for your next trip. tions, with H2No® Performance Standard protection that's durable, lightweight and versatile. The 2.5-layer nylon jacket has a waterproof/ Discover France by Lonely Planet, $34.99 breathable barrier, a DWR finish and stuffs into one of two zippered See the lights of Paris from the Eiffel Tower, go on a Cham- hand warmer pockets. pagne-tasting tour of Reims and explore captivating chateaux - all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of France and begin your journey now!

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Nova Scotia Centre for Craft & Design Rousseau Chocolatier 1061 (SUITE 140) AND 1096 MARGINAL ROAD · craft-design.ns.ca 1277 HOLLIS STREET · rousseauchocolatier.ca Pottery Date Night Rousseau Chocolatier uses only the finest quality chocolate and ingredients - locally Fridays 6:30-9:30 pm on March 4, 11, 25 sourced whenever possible. Everything is made on site and you can watch Julien the chocolatier create the following through the viewing bay window: Handmade Price: $180 per couple chocolates, gourmet brownies, French macarons, and artisan chocolate bars. Roll up your sleeves with your lover, partner or Bestie and come mess around in our clay studio. Instructor Jen Pilon will introduce you to The Heart Box basic pottery methods including throwing on the wheel, attaching Your choice of 12 handmade chocolates in a timeless red heart shaped handles and glazing methods. Ceramics virgins welcome! box, $30

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Sawadee Tea House Smokes Poutinerie 1871 GRANVILLE STREET · sawadeeteahouse.com 5236 BLOWERS STREET · smokespoutinerie.com Tea for Two, $30 WOW Size Poutine + 2 Vintage Coke Bottles for $20, Enjoy your choice of either Matcha infused Jasmine or Rose teas includes HST served Japanese style, along with Ganache Matcha Truffles, a Enjoy any WOW size poutine and 2 vintage Coke bottles for $20 Japanese treat. taxes in- the perfect meal for two! Other teas available include Passion Herbal, Kyoto Cherry Rose, Green Tea & Chocolate Rose Black Tea for the lovebirds.

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Scanway Bakery + Café Take it Outside 1567 GRAFTON STREET · scanwaycatering.com 1869 UPPER WATER STREET · takeitoutside.ca Romantic Take-Home Meal for Two Take it outside is offering 25% off date-wear clothing Enjoy one of our delicious, convenient take-home meals for two by Miik and Prana — just pour the wine and you have a romantic night in. Includes a Miik is a 100% Canadian made fashionable woman's brand. Their complimentary $15 gift card for future use at our bakery location at eco-sustainable fabric is soft, comfortable & lasts. Prana is a premium 1567 Grafton Street. lifestyle clothing company that offers sustainable clothes for yoga, $70 - $90 travel, & outdoor adventure enthusiasts. Menus can be viewed: scanwaycatering.com/menus/picnic-baskets Prices starting at $55 - $155

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The Bitter End Martini Bar & Restaurant The Discovery Centre 1572 ARGYLE STREET · bitterend.ca 1593 BARRINGTON STREET · thediscoverycentre.ca Located in the heart of Halifax's Entertainment District you will discover extensive A Date with a T. rex! martini and cocktail menus and a globally influenced casual dining experience. Discovery Centre’s featured Exhibit A T. rex Named SUE is on now With a vibrant atmosphere, tasty food and a huge range of drinks to choose from The in their Main Gallery and it’s the perfect place for a date! Come Bitter End is the perfect meeting place for friends, colleagues any night of the week. in and have fun while learning about the most famous, complete Enjoy any two martinis and one shared appetizer for $20 Tyrannosaurus rex ever discovered, get your own #SUESelfie! For the months of February and March couples will receive 15% OFF admission (but only if they mention they saw this in the DHBC Lovers’ Guide)! Discovery Centre is open every day until 5pm, and open late on Wednesday until 8pm! Price: Two for $20

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The Board Room Game Café The Halliburton/Neptune Theatre 1256 BARRINGTON STREET · boardroomgames.ca 5184 MORRIS STREET · thehalliburton.com Ten Penny Tri-blend Tee2 admissions and 2 drinks Downtown Dinner, Theatre and Accomodations (alcoholic or non) and an ‘Everything Platter’ for $30 $335 per couple Join us at The Board Room Game Cafe for a lover's night out. Enjoy The Halliburton and Halifax’s award winning Neptune Theatre bring a selection of over 500 board games, a delectable selection of drinks you an evening of exceptional dining and live theatre. and our signature Everything Platter. The package includes: A three course, candle-lit dinner for two,two tickets to a current Neptune Theatre production, one nights accommodations, breakfast & Wifi

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The Prince George World Tea House 1725 MARKET STREET · princegeorgehotel.com 1592 ARGYLE STREET · worldteahouse.ca Love to be La(ZZZ)y Package – Saturday nights from $159 Located in the heart of Halifax Nova Scotia on Argyle Street, suitably named the until March 19th, 2016 entertainment district, directly across from the famous Neptune Theatre. World Tea House is where old world tea traditions meet modern mixology and cafe culture. Curl up with a loved one on Saturday night at the Prince George and enjoy the finest With plenty of room to sit, listen to the world music and enjoy a pot of tea or try Sunday Brunch for two downtown has to offer and an anytime checkout on Sunday. one of the award winning tea fusions. Monday is just around the corner, so why not stay in bed? Your Love to be La(ZZZ)y Package includes: Accommodations in a Save 25% on a 50g Tin of ‘Welcome’ Tea deluxe room on Saturday evening, Sunday Brunch for 2 adults at the Flowers that keep giving joy all year and taste fantastic! ‘Welcome’ is Prince George’s Sunday Brunch, late checkout on Sunday – just let the an organic blend of Egyptian chamomile, roses, rosehips, lavender and front desk know when you would like to depart, free wifi and local calls pink peppercorn.

28 Your Adventure Begins Venus Envy 1598 BARRINGTON STREET · venusenvy.ca Online The We-Vibe Passionate Play Collection, $209.95 Play together like never before with this collection featuring the bestselling couple's vibrator the We-Vibe 4 Plus, the sleek and powerful downtownhalifax.ca Tango bullet vibrator, and a silky sash. Get creative with the free We- Vibe app for adventurous fun when you're together and apart. Earthly Body 3-in-1 Massage Candle, $16.95 Flickering candlelight, warm massage oil, and skin-softening moisturizer - all in one heart shaped tin!

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19. Sawadee Tea House Shopping fun in 1871 Granville Street 20. Scanway Bakery + Café Downtown Halifax! 1567 Grafton Street 21. Smokes Poutinerie 1. Alicia Melanson 10. Indochine Banh Mi 5236 Blowers Street 1725 Barrington Street 1701 Barrington Street 22. Take It Outside 2. Argyle Fine Art 11. Insight Optometry 1869 Upper Water Street 1559 Barrington Street, Unit 102 1575 Brunswick Street 23. The Bitter End Martini 3. Attica 12. Layers Cupcakes Bar & Restaurant 1566 Barrington Street 1267 Barrington Street 1572 Argyle Street 4. Avis 13. Lot Six 24. The Board Room 1717 Grafton Street 1685 Argyle Street Game Café 1256 Barrington Street 5. Biscuit General Store 14. Loose Cannon 1661 Argyle Street 1566 Argyle Street 25. The Discovery Centre 1593 Barrington Street 6. Boston Pizza 15. Maps And More 1858 Granville Street 1601 Lower Water Street 26. The Halliburton 5184 Morris Street 7. Cambridge Suites 16. Nova Scotia Centre 1583 Brunswick Street For Craft & Design 27. The Prince George 1061 (Suite 140) and 1096 Marginal Road 1725 Market Street 8. Durty Nelly’s Irish Pub Corner of Argyle and Sackville Street 17. Patagonia 28. Venus Envy 1598 Barrington Street 9. Echo Designs Jewellery 1496 Lower Water Street 5201 Duke Street () 18. Rousseau Chocolatier 29. World Tea House 1277 Hollis Street 1592 Argyle Street Event Highlights Feb 1 - 29 Dine Around Times vary The Flavours of Nova Scotia at various locations Feb 16 - Mar 6 2 Pianos 4 Hands Times vary Neptune Theatre Feb 19 Brain War 9:30am – 5:00pm the Discovery Centre Feb 20 The Wailers 7:15 pm Casino Nova Scotia Feb 21 Beer Social with Big Spruce Brewing 3:00pm The Stubborn Goat Feb 26 East Coast Country Night: TJ King + Jen Miller 9:00pm Casino Nova Scotia Feb 27 Craft Beer Cottage Party 7:30pm - 9:30pm Halifax Seaport Farmers Market Mar 1 The Next Step: Wild Rhythm Tour 5:00pm Scotiabank Centre Mar 3 Sociable! In Support of the MPI Foundation 7:00pm – 11:00pm the Waterfront Warehouse Mar 4 Test Your Senses: Blind Tasting 5:00pm Bishop’s Cellar Mar 4 - 6 AUS Basketball Championships Times vary Scotiabank Centre Mar 4 - 6 Taste Halifax Burger Bus Times vary various locations Mar 6 High Tea 2:00pm The Old Apothecary Mar 10 Savour Food & Wine Show 7:00pm World Trade & Convention Centre Mar 11 Slowcoaster 9:00pm the Carleton Mar 17-20 CIS University Cup Times vary Scotiabank Centre Apr 12 Hedley with Carly Rae Jepsen & Francesco Yates 7:00pm Scotiabank Centre

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