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Following a culinary dream with a pinch of Saffron & Salt

A different kind of cooking space has opened up in Halifax, writes food critic Mark DeWolf.

March 19, 2026 Mark DeWolf
Original Source north_east

For many people who love food and hospitality, the dream of one day opening a space dedicated to cooking, sharing knowledge, and celebrating great ingredients quietly lingers in the background. For Nicola Gillis, that dream eventually took shape in Halifax with the opening of Saffron & Salt, a thoughtfully curated cook shop and cooking class venue located at The Richmond Yards on the corner of Clifton and Almon Streets.