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Ten Exceptional Island Experiences

Imagine a place where the natural beauty is so stunning it leaves you speechless. A place so genuine you feel at home, and where every smile says hello. A place where you can hike, kayak, bike, golf, explore a historic fort, or simply stroll along a pristine beach and listen to the roar of the ocean with no one else around. As you wind down your day, imagine a place where you can select an unconventional dining experience and meet a world-renowned chef who will serve up a meal so tantalizing it will linger in your memory forever. Now just imagine that you top off such a day with some feet-tapping, hands-a-clapping music so exhilarating you won’t want it to end!

No need to imagine anymore! Come to Right Some Good, where you’re guaranteed to have the most amazing stories to tell for years to come. Here’s just a glimpse of what you can expect this summer on Cape Breton Island.

Aug 25, 2011

Judique Community Centre – Celtic Explosion

Join us for an ocean-side shindig as we kick-off this extraordinary ten day foodie adventure in true Celtic style! Arrive early to explore the Celtic Music Interpretive Centre next door where you’ll learn about the traditional roots of Celtic music. Then get ready to experience an evening of true Maritime hospitality! Be sure to wear your dancing shoes and get ready for the spirited fiddle, piano, guitar and percussion of the Colin Grant Band. Trace the deep roots of Cape Breton Island’s Celtic music as you dine and dance the night away in this incredible community venue. Judique is located on the scenic Ceilidh Trail, where you’ll find rugged coastlines and friendly people, and where tradition comes alive right before your eyes. Meet our Celtic Explosion Chef Alvin Leung now!

Aug 26, 2011

Little River Harbour – Dockside Delights

This is your chance for the ultimate highland getaway! Join us for this unique event in Little River Harbour, a quaint fishing village nestled in the heart of Cape Breton Island and gateway to the world-famous Cabot Trail. Let us show you true Cape Breton hospitality. Only here will you experience first-class dining and decor, where dinner is served dockside of course! Here you will find rustic elegance and stunning coastal views. Enjoy perfectly prepared local ingredients and kick off your shoes for a performance from Angelo Spinazzola and friends. Come early for a half-day kayak trip with the amazing guides nearby, where you can explore the surrounding area and work up an appetite. Alternatively, those who like to keep two feet on the ground instead can explore the unique, local artisan community nearby. However, you won’t find any starving artists in this rural retreat. Unwind in style, we know you deserve it! Experience a meal and an evening that you will remember forever. Meet our Dockside Delights Chef Atul Kochhar now!

Aug 27, 2011

Orangedale Train Station – VIP Boarding

A once in a lifetime opportunity to be part of Canada’s railway history! Pack your bags for a VIP culinary experience in an iconic and lovingly restored train station the community saved from demolition. This incredible 125-year-old building celebrates the legacy of Canada’s railroad in Cape Breton. Located in the small farming and fishing village of Orangedale, founded by the Orangemen in 1886, this Victorian-era two-storey structure became the preferred stop for many passengers heading to and from northern Cape Breton. Be sure to arrive early to explore the station and the century-old caboose. Listen closely and you’ll hear the echo of the Rankin Family refrain, “Some things stay and some things go, but the Orangedale whistle will always blow.” More importantly, after your high end 5-course meal you’ll be entertained by the songs and stories of the talented Norma MacDonald. So, bring your appetite and a little bit of wanderlust to this travel-themed, premiere event! Meet our VIP Boarding Chef Vincent Masson now!

Aug 28, 2011

Ingonish Beach – Hike’N Smoke

After winding your way through the majestic Highlands, you will find yourself in the heart of the Cabot Trail. Anything but ordinary, this event is where beauty and flavours meet. Start your day with a morning hike out to Middle Head or opt for a stroll through the wheelchair-accessible lakeside trail. Then, follow the wooded path to a place where the ocean, mountains and a freshwater lake meet. There you’ll find a world-class chef serving up a delicious meal featuring unique, local ingredients and smoked flavours cooked right on the beach! Entertainment from Craig Mercer and the Will Be Gones will match this stunning scene. Let their catchy melodies and family fun round out your time at the eastern edge of the renowned Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Naturally spectacular, don’t miss your opportunity to experience this summit of culinary events. Meet our Hike ‘n Smoke Chef Frank Widmer now!

Aug 29, 2011

Gaelic College – Celtic Roots

Come give your gaelic a try with us! One of the first expressions you’ll want to master is Ciad Mile Failte, or as we affectionately say in Cape Breton, “One Hundred Thousand Welcomes.” A trip to St. Ann’s takes you into the heart of the earliest Scottish settlement in Cape Breton. Be prepared to be inspired. Find yourself appreciating the incredible stonework, cavernous fireplaces and walls of Cape Breton history that await you in the Great Hall of the Clans at the Nova Scotia Gaelic College. The museum features a “walk-around” exhibit that traces the history and development of the Celts from ancient times through to the Highland Clearances. If you have any Scottish roots, you’ll find your linkages here. Come make the connection! No matter your heritage, you’ll be charmed by the authentic ambiance and the exquisite dishes prepared for you. After you’ve eaten your fill of delicious local food, be prepared to be entertained by The Cottars and their renowned youthful Celtic fusion. They’ve played all over the world and they’ll be yours for the night. Meet our Celtic Roots Chef Miguel Angel Millán now!

Aug 30, 2011

St. Peters Canal – The Ultimate Picnic

Ever wondered what a picnic along the only double-gate, tidal lock canal system in North America might be like? Maybe not, but you’ll definitely want to hear about our extraordinary waterway event. Long before the first fortified settlement of Saint-Pierre was established in the 1630s, the Mi’kmaq carried their canoes across this narrow isthmus. This setting is sensory overload! Join us at national historic site St. Peters Canal for a 3 course dinner at sunset, overlooking where the Atlantic Ocean meets the shining Bras d’Or Lake. Let us treat you to a luscious dining experience on the waters edge. Arrive early to explore the nearby hills and lakeshore or find yourself venturing across the canal locks. After your meal, Cape Breton’s power trio Slowcoaster will bring the groove for the rest of the evening. You’ll want to kick off your shoes and move to their upbeat, high-energy tunes. With its bright flavours inspired by the sea, our dining room will feed your stomach and your soul. You won’t want to leave! Meet our Ultimate Picnic Chef Javier Vargas Guimaray now!

Sep 1, 2011

Miners’ Museum – From the Deeps to Dinner

In Glace Bay, located on the picturesque coast of Cape Breton, you can dig deep into the region’s coal mining history. The Cape Breton Miners’ Museum is home to profound stories of miners and their families, and the industry that helped build a nation. Who could have imagined a fine dining room where industry once thrived. Celebrate an extraordinary past in this culinary event as you dine on fresh, local ingredients in our dining room located in the heart of the museum. And just when it couldn’t get any better, enjoy a perfectly paired performance by The Yarnells in the “Men of the Deeps” Theatre. You’ll feel the echoes of the past when this incredibly talented group fills the room with their easy charm and vintage vibes. Meet our From The Deeps Chef Serge Knapp now!

Sep 2, 2011

Joan Harriss Cruise Pavillion/Big Fiddle – Kitchen Party

Tonight is the ultimate Cape Breton kitchen party! We know you’ve read about them, but have you ever experienced one? This is your chance to try a square set and not to worry, no coordination required! Just bring a smile and hop your way through it. For a perfect night, wouldn’t you also love to feast on lobster? Well, you’re in the right place! We have the best lobster in the world and it will be prepared by someone we know you’ve see on TV! Be sure to join us at Sydney’s Joan Harriss Cruise Pavillion, or as the locals call it “The Big Fiddle”, and let the frigg’n festivities begin! Come early to discover everything downtown has to offer, from a lovely stroll along the boardwalk to the many wonderful, unique boutiques. And bring your camera because you won’t want to miss posing for pictures in front of the world’s biggest fiddle! Yes, we don’t mess around. Our fiddle is 60 feet tall! This is the place to find fantastic music and a meal bursting with celebratory flavours and creative fusion. The musical party will get started with the help of lively local group The Kayliens, who are Tracey Dares, Patrick Gillis, Glen Graham, Wendy MacIssac and Kenneth MacKenzie. If that isn’t enough, you’ll also be treated to an album release performance from rising-star Carleton Stone! Giv’er! Meet our Kitchen Party Chef Jill Davie now!

Sep 3, 2011

The Lakes Golf Club – Dinner on the 19th Hole

Cape Breton really is the perfect Island to take in a round of golf. And there’s no better course to play than the Lakes Golf Club, a Graham Cook-designed five-star course. But don’t blame us for your score – you’ll find it hard to focus on your game with dramatic landscapes and gorgeous vistas. If you prefer to skip the game, take your special someone for a jaunt in a golf cart to enjoy the rolling hills and breathtaking water views. Only at our very own 19th Hole will you find a deluxe dining experience where Chefs prepare you the most scrumptious culinary delights. This once-in-a-lifetime evening will wrap up with the incredible musical stylings of Carmen Townsend. We know you’ll be telling all your friends about this island treasure and her energetic live show. Golf and dine will never be the same again! Meet our 19th Hole Chef Robert Clark now!

Sep 4, 2011

Fortress Louisbourg – Cuisine by Candlelight

Imagine dining in an 18th century fortress. You’re invited to an exclusive dinner at the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site! This historic colonial French gem is the site of our final foodie adventure. Here you’ll discover an extraordinary historic treasure nestled on the edge of a continent – a place where Parks Canada brings muskets and cannons, women in hoop skirts and men in wigs, town criers and uniformed soldiers to life. Step back in time and explore a different side of this special place. This is a rare opportunity to experience the fortress, while having dinner prepared by a world-renowned Michelin-star Chef-who just happens to hail from France! Can you imagine a more perfect scenario? During your visit you’ll have exclusive access to the largest re-constructed 18th-century fortress in all of North America. Stroll the streets without the crowds and envision what it was like and be inspired as you experience the 18th century. Your dinner will be served in private dining rooms bathed in candlelit ambiance. And just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, you are guided by lantern to the graceful, candle-lit chapel. Here you’ll witness an intimate musical performance so magical, it will give you goosebumps. This is one stop you don’t want to miss! Join us for creative cuisine and warm ambience, set to the musical styling of Cape Breton’s own.