Oak Island Aerial View
When we visited Nova Scotia, there was so much to see and we barely scratched the surface, exploring the southwest region. Atlantica Hotel & Marina is on Oak Island, about a hour from Halifax. Sitting on Mahone Bay, the view is always special. They were nice enough to share a recipe. We would love to spend a few days there and experience its spa.
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Atlantica Parmesan & Asiago Crab Dip
Here is a recipe to whip up when entertaining friends and family or just to enjoy a tasty snack:
Ingredients:
(makes 12-14 ramekins)
– 1 can (16oz.) diced crab meat
– 16 oz. cream cheese
– 1 cup mayonnaise
– 1.5 cups parmesan
– 1.5 cups asiago cheese
– 1 cup sour cream
– 2 head of roasted garlic
– 2 full handfulls of cooked spinach in water
- In a mixing bowl put cream cheese, sour cream and mayonnaise together – whisk until smooth
- Add parmesan cheese and whisk well
- Season and chop the wilted spinach – add to mixture
- Make a paste out of the roasted garlic with a Chef’s knife – add to the mixing bowl – combine well
- Place the mixture into ramekins and sprinkle with asiago cheese
- Bake in oven at 400 degrees until golden brown and hot throughout
*if you refrigerate the dip before use, microwave for 1 minute and then finish baking in the oven.
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Author: Maralyn
Maralyn Dennis Hill, The Epicurean Explorer, is president emeritus of International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association, member of Society of American Travel Writers, and Society of Professional Journalists. She is Executive Editor of Luxe Beat Magazine and contributes to other publications. She also speaks and is a guest on many shows. The majority of Maralyn’s articles are now geared to the luxury market, spas, corporate retreats, business events, and culinary tourism, from simple to gourmet. Maralyn’s description of herself: I was born to travel and tell the tale. I’m energized by different cultures in every aspect of their lives, from food, wine, and destination, to how they conduct business. Travel represents a continual geography lesson.
