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Lou Pécou Pizzeria
Halifax, N.S.
What comes to mind when you think of a classic East Coast dish? Fish chowder? Yes. Donair? Absolutely. But what about pizza?
In 2025, Halifax’s Lou Pécou Pizzeria was named one of the world’s top 100 in The Best Pizza Awards, an international culinary ranking from the prestigious Best Chef Awards organization. Pizzaiolo Cédric Toullec, who hails from Marseille, France, makes pies that feature classic Italian toppings and his own unique flavour combinations. The One Night in Marseille pizza combines tomato sauce, bocconcini, pepperoni, basil, Parmigiano Reggiano, caramelized fennel and pickled mustard seed.
But don’t worry, global recognition has not gone to Toullec’s head. His pizzeria retains its casual East Coast charm — and yes, they serve garlic fingers.
(Clockwise from top) Butternut squash cavatelli pasta and melon salad; Sauvage pizza with braised pork shoulder, mornay, mozzarella, bocconcini, kale, wild mushroom, apple chips, pickled onion, pine oil and fermented apple and habanero sauce; One Night in Marseille pizza. | PHOTOS: COURTESY OF LOU PÉCOU PIZZERIA
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A Family Day Trip Along the Acadian Shore:
Moncton to Bouctouche
The mission of New Brunswick’s Irving Eco-Centre is to protect and enhance La Dune de Bouctouche, one of the few remaining sand dunes on the northeast coast of North America. It stretches 12 km across Bouctouche Bay, and visitors can enjoy 800 metres of boardwalk with ramps and stairs to the beach. In winter, the constant wind and roar of the waves on the coastline, combined with the lack of crowds — you may have the boardwalk to yourself — offer a true sense of solitude and peace. From Moncton, it’s about a 45-minute drive straight through, but there are plenty of fun things to do and see along the way. Here are some suggestions to help make a winter’s day trip out of your dune adventure.
La Dune de Bouctouche. | PHOTO: EDB3_16/ADOBE STOCK
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The Roots Puff Boot
Roots Canada
The Roots Puff Boot stands tall as a piece of Canadian athletic history. Originally developed for the 1976 Canadian Olympic team, this footwear was engineered for peak performance, ensuring elite athletes were covered for both function and style. The boot’s design and materials emphasize durability above all. They’re built from high-quality leather, which ensures both longevity and biodegradability at the end of their long life. Full rubber outsoles deliver shock absorption and maximum traction, allowing the boot to confidently conquer diverse Canadian terrain.
Members earn 4% back in CAA Dollars on handcrafted genuine leather goods, comfy, cozy athletic wear and much more when shopping online at Roots.
The Roots Puff Boot in black and cedar brown — developed for athletes, perfect for everybody. | PHOTOS: COURTESY OF ROOTS CANADA
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Sauvage pizza with braised pork shoulder, mornay, mozzarella, bocconcini, kale, wild mushroom, apple chips, pickled onion, pine oil and fermented apple and habanero sauce; One Night in Marseille pizza; butternut squash cavatelli pasta and melon salad. | PHOTOS: COURTESY OF TRATTORIA RACCOLTO
RADAR | HOT SPOT
Lou Pécou Pizzeria
Halifax, N.S.
What comes to mind when you think of a classic East Coast dish? Fish chowder? Yes. Donair? Absolutely. But what about pizza?
In 2025, Halifax’s Lou Pécou Pizzeria was named one of the world’s top 100 in The Best Pizza Awards, an international culinary ranking from the prestigious Best Chef Awards organization. Pizzaiolo Cédric Toullec, who hails from Marseille, France, makes pies that feature classic Italian toppings and his own unique flavour combinations. The One Night in Marseille pizza features tomato sauce, bocconcini, pepperoni, basil, Parmigiano Reggiano, caramelized fennel and pickled mustard seed.
But don’t worry, global recognition has not gone to Toullec’s head. His pizzeria retains its casual East Coast charm — and yes, they serve garlic fingers.
Tktk. | PHOTO: EDB3_16/ADOBE STOCK
RADAR | THE END OF THE ROAD
A Family Day Trip Along the Acadian Shore
Moncton to Bouctouche
The mission of New Brunswick’s Irving Eco-Centre is to protect and enhance La Dune de Bouctouche, one of the few remaining sand dunes on the northeast coast of North America. It stretches 12 km across Bouctouche Bay, and visitors can enjoy 800 metres of boardwalk with ramps and stairs to the beach. In winter, the constant wind and roar of the waves on the coastline, combined with the lack of crowds — you may have the boardwalk to yourself — offer a true sense of solitude and peace. From Moncton, it’s about a 45-minute drive straight through, but there are plenty of fun things to do and see along the way. Here are some suggestions to help make a winter’s day trip out of your dune adventure.
Stop 1: Shediac
Stop 2: La Coast
Stop 3: Musée de Kent
Arrive at Irving Eco-centre
The Roots Puff Boot in black and cedar brown — developed for athletes, perfect for everybody. | PHOTOS: COURTESY OF ROOTS CANADA
RADAR | THE ONE
The Roots Puff Boot
Roots Canada
The Roots Puff Boot stands tall as a piece of Canadian athletic history. Originally developed for the 1976 Canadian Olympic team, this footwear was engineered for peak performance, ensuring elite athletes were covered for both function and style. The boot’s design and materials emphasize durability above all. They’re built from high-quality leather, which ensures both longevity and biodegradability at the end of their long life. Full rubber outsoles deliver shock absorption and maximum traction, allowing the boot to confidently conquer diverse Canadian terrain.
Members earn 4% back in CAA Dollars on handcrafted genuine leather goods, comfy, cozy athletic wear and much more when shopping online at Roots.
All CAA partners and offers are subject to change without notice. Conditions apply.