Incredible Picnic Celebrates Local Food Across the Province

NOTE: A list of Incredible Picnic communities and locations follows this release. ------------------------------------------------------------ Farmers, chefs, musicians, and vendors will join together to celebrate local food at the 2nd annual Incredible Picnic on Sunday, Aug. 23, in communities across the province.

The Incredible Picnic is a celebration of local food mixed with live music, children's activities and learning opportunities. Participating vendors include more than 100 producers, wineries, restaurants, and farms in 11 communities. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

"A publicly supported buy-local initiative is a beginning for a more competitive and profitable agriculture sector," said John MacDonell, Minister of Agriculture. "We hope people will take the opportunity to enjoy the Incredible Picnic in their community, where they can buy fresh, local food."

The event encourages the agriculture industry to work together to showcase local food and raise awareness about the benefits of buying local food.

More details about vendors, live music and activities are available at www.selectnovascotia.ca .

Incredible Picnic communities and locations:

• Halifax, Garrison Grounds, Citadel Hill
• Truro, Victoria Park
• Annapolis Royal, Farmers Market and Wharf
• Kings County, Prescott House Museum
• Windsor, Cocoa Pesto Bistro and Victoria Park
• Guysborough, DesBarres Manor Inn
• Sydney, Petersfield Provincial Park
• Liverpool, White Point Beach Resort
• Antigonish, Columbus Field
• Hubbards, Hubbards Farmers' Market and Park
• Musquodoboit, Musquodoboit Harbour Farmers' Market