My wife say this is the Best fish & chips which her even eated. Just in Bud the Spud nearby Spring…read moreGraden Road.

Halifax foodie shame alert: until this week, I'd never eaten at Bud the Spud. That's right, the…read morechip wagon that pre-dates possibly every other mobile food merchant in the city. This was a result of a combination of generally not being nearby mid-day and a certain amount of laziness and culinary condescension (just regular, non-gourmet fries? Pffft). But recently I've been wanting to hit up this stalwart of Spring Garden Road, and made my way here after first burning off some calories at the gym. They've got a few more things than fries and pop, although it's just sausages and hot dogs. Simple stuff, but that's fine. Their combo deal is very reasonable, $7 taxes in for fries, a hot dog or sausage, and a drink; I went with a sausage and water. There's the basics for condiments - ketchup, white and malt vinegars for the fries, mustard, onions, sauerkraut, pickles and banana peppers for your tube steak. There weren't many people ahead of me so my food came pretty quickly, and I plopped down on a library bench, ready to defend it against the aggressive birds that thicken their arteries off Bud's leftovers. Seriously, these must be the most heart attack-prone birds in the world. My plate certainly looked good, with what looked like a regular sized bag of their golden brown fries. It's nice to see that they either use the right potatoes or blanch them first, because they're not too dark like many hand-cut fries. The fries proved to be as good as they looked too, crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I was worried that the fries at the bottom might get soggy from steaming in their own heat, so once I was done the sausage I spread them out, and that seemed to work. The sausage itself was fine, a nice snap from the casing and mild flavour made it inoffensive if still unimpressive. It was definitely a lot of food for seven bucks, if not the healthiest. This trip was all about the fries though, and Bud is definitely serving up some damn good spuds.

On my mission to try all of the local food trucks, I'd come across word of one at Dalhousie called…read moreMy Three Cousins. Further research told me that it was run by Dal's food services group (thumbs down) but was cheap (thumbs up).  Tracking them down was much more of an effort than it should have been, as My Three Cousins doesn't seem to be too concerned with things like social media, exposure for their business, or turning a profit. Messages regarding their hours on both Facebook and Twitter simply went unanswered. I can't recall how I finally discovered their hours or when they opened for the season, but it certainly wasn't thanks to the horrible management of M3C. If basic social media is beyond their ken, no wonder they're not on the Street Food app or going to the food truck rallies. I made my way over on one sunny summer day, taking in my old haunts of the Dalhousie campus. M3C is parked right next to the economics department and Studley gym, at the very top of University Ave. There were a few other people sitting and having a bite and lined up for food - mostly what appeared to be grad students slogging through summer work, and getting a cheap bite to eat. Their compact menu has a Lebanese/Greek theme to it, with the likes of souvlaki, falafel and Greek fries, which come topped with feta, and tzatziki on the side. They're certainly quite budget-friendly, as nothing costs over $6. I went with the chicken souvlaki, Greek fries, and a bottle of water. The damage after taxes was less than $14. I squatted down on one of the picnic tables to await my order, which was unexpectedly brought out to me instead of a being yelled out. Kudos to them, and it made me more bothered that M3C doesn't have a tipping function on their debit machine.   Despite getting the Greek fries as a side order, they seemed massive, with a sizeable container loaded with fries and covered in feta cheese. The chicken souvlaki wrap wasn't big, but hey, $6. The chicken had a nice flavour, was moist, and had a bit of char to it. I thought it was weird that there was rice in it, but I'm assuming that's because it's a cheap filler. Or maybe I don't know anything about souvlaki wraps, which is equally likely. My pile of fries were great - a deep, golden brown, these fries were short and ultra crisp, and the plentiful feta made for a tasty, salty topping. I didn't use much of the tzatziki, as it was a bit too dill-y for my likings, and the fries were good as they were.  The meal took me a bit to go through, but I wasn't in any rush, and enjoyed the sun and nostalgia of my alma mater. My Three Cousins is criminally managed, with abysmal market presence and exposure, which is sad because these guys could be making money for Dal and its students, instead of just doing the bare minimum to try and break even. If you're in the south end and looking for a quick bite between the hours of 11am and 2pm, give them a go.

Trying to buy your lunch on the Dal campus is like trying to buy lunch in the middle of the desert,…read moreit's not good. I had the falafel the other day, mainly because the prices beat everything else around and I like falafels. This one was "different", it was huge but surprise it had French fries in it. And the dressing tasted more like caesar then tzatziki ...so it can't go on the great falafel list. The big yellow truck is at the top of University Ave across from the Killiam library. PS: It's managed by Dal Food Services https://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/my3cousins

Pretty cool dog stand at the market! The guy who runs it is very friendly, and the sausages are…read moregreat (especially when you load them up with tons of stuff). Only downside is that you might have to wait a while for your order if there are a few people, but this has to do with the owner's obsession to get the dogs perfect (so he only cooks a small number of sausages for a certain amount of time). Topping choices are good, and sauces are many. All around a good place to grab a quick snack while out on the waterfront for the day!

This man knows his hot dogs, and condiments. This was my favorite experience at the farmers market…read moretoday! I was initially drawn in by this place because who I believe is the owner, and condiment connoisseur was showing some of his customers blends of sauces he thought would go best with their sausages/hot dogs. I went with the veggie dog. He informed me he tries to cook them in little batches because he thinks they taste best fresh. Fair enough! I waited about 5 minutes, he apologized several times for the wait but I didn't mind. When I got my dog he asked if I preferred barbeque sauce or mustard. I said mustard. After I said this it lead to a fantastic customization of toppings to add to my hot dog. The first was a Bulgarian cabbage slaw. Next he suggested I try a horse radish sauce and a sweet mustard he brings in from Boneheads BBQ. After that he recommended a type of shallot I think he said was from France, he also mentioned they were very hard to find. After I piled my veggie dog with these toppings he asked if I prefer tomatoes or pickles. I said tomatoes, so he suggested fresh diced tomatoes in a balsamic vinegar sauce he gets from the Mennonites. Of course, I accepted all of his recommendations. He told me to take a bite and tell him what I thought. It was fantastic. The Bulgarian cabbage slaw is an alternative to saurkraut I think, but its a bit more bitter. I liked it. The horse radish and sweet mustard added a pungent and sweet component to the cabbage slaw, the shallots were very subtle, but the tomatoes were really my favorite part, they added freshness to my veggie dog. Who knew deciding what would taste good on a hot dog could be such an art?!

Although I've been lucky to have exposure to a lot of different cultures' cuisines thanks to not…read moreliving in Halifax for several years, I have never seen a Tunisian place, let alone been to one, so when I saw that there was one out in Spryfield, they were front of mind when I happened to be in the area! Tunisian Dude specializes in street food, with a very lean menu that's comprises of a handful of sandwiches. Their stuffed baguette piqued my interest and I hunkered down to eat at the bar seating by their front window, taking in the suburban sights of Herring Cove Road. While waiting for my food, I saw the very affable, patient owner handle some older, less adventurous eaters through the menu and I was impressed with his people skills, all the more so since I'm not sure they're something I possess anymore after many blessed years of not being in customer service. When I got my sandwich, it was a sight to behold - thin, crisp bread was absolutely *crammed* with beef (chicken and tofu versions are also available), cheese and sautéed veg. The earthy seasoning was flavourful but still very approachable, and my selected level of spice (3 out of 5) had a pleasant zing without overshadowing the other flavours. This is an absolute hot mess of a sandwich, in the very best way! A small side of fries was of the coated variety, and while some good hand-cut fries are always preferred, these were a safe bet and still hit the spot. Tunisian Dude may be off the beaten path, but you're got to try this this unique restaurant slinging some delicious Tunisian bites!

My wife and I recently discovered Bell's Ice Pops at the food truck rally earlier in July. While…read moresome people aren't fans of the rallies because of somewhat valid arguments about the lines and that people should just go to the trucks regularly anyway, I find that they're a great way to sample new trucks, or ones that don't visit peninsular Halifax since I'm carless. After stuffing our gobs with tacos and some other delicious foods from vendors on wheels, we were looking for something dessert-y when we spotted the re-painted Dickie Dee cart that is Bell's. There were several tempting selections of hand-made, preservative free pops, but I had to try the peach iced tea, while my other half went for the key lime pie. At just $3 a pop (literally), they're a steal, in my opinion. My peach iced tea had a refreshing tea flavour, although the peach was more subdued than I would have liked. Structurally it held up really well, never being in danger of crumbling and falling off the stick. My wife's key lime pie pop was the clear winner though. With a crumble coating and smooth, limey inside, it was one of the best desserts on a stick I've ever had. Bell's made for a great finish to the food truck rally, and I'll be keeping an eye out for the cart on the streets, or go in search of them on the Street Food app.

Love love love Such a Teas! So incredibly refreshing, and always freshly made. I'm not into sugary…read moredrinks, so these all natural, fruity drinks really hit the spot on a sunny summer day :). Really looking forward to getting my hands and lips on some tea this summer!

From the owner: Providing cold and refreshing fresh fruit infused Iced Tea's on hot summer days. We specialize in…read morecombining fresh, local and flavourful fruit from around Nova Scotia with various assortments of teas. Ranging from dark and robust to green and herbal teas, we take our time creating the perfect harmony to ensure each and every cup is as refreshing and delicious as the last! We're dishing out smiles, happiness and good vibes with every cup :)