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Savour Louisbourg – 18th Century Culinary Workshops

Savour Louisbourgh

The Fortress of Louisbourg proudly presents a delicious way to experience Canadian history: 18th century culinary workshops!

These fascinating and fun programs combine the one-of-a-kind historical experience at the Fortress of Louisbourg with the opportunity to learn first-hand the secrets of 18th century cuisine as it was prepared at the majestic French Fortress. The doors of the Engineer’s kitchen will be opened to participants eager to practice the art of French cooking using both modern and open-hearth kitchens.

Your guide through the delicious 18th century world of French-Canadian cuisine is Chef Chantal Véchambre. Chef Véchambre specializes in the intricacies of preparing and serving a selection of French cuisine from the 18th century as she connects the meal to Louisbourg’s people and their past. Each half day workshop provides recipes, history, stories about life in Louisbourg and a meal at the conclusion to taste and compare your results. As a souvenir, each participant will take home recipes tested during the workshops. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the art of 18th century French cooking within the walls of the Fortress of Louisbourg. 

Dates and Prices

September 24, 2011: « La ménagère de Louisbourg » – $140.00
October 8, 2011: « Festin chez le Gouverneur » – $180.00
October 9, 2011: « Le chocolat à Louisbourg » – $100.00
October 22, 2011: « La ménagère de Louisbourg » – $140.00

Space is limited so don’t hesitate to register by phoning 902-733-3552 or emailing louisbourg.info@pc.gc.ca. Click here got additional event details.


The Normaway Inn: A true source of Cape Breton hospitality

By Mike Kennedy

The Cabot Trail in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia traverses 298 stunning kilometers of world-class hospitality and awe-inspiring views. In fact, if you dig into the lyrics of the musicians who call Cape Breton home, you’ll find that their love songs are more apt to tell the story of an affair with the highlands and the sea than of longing for another person.

Driving to the Normaway Inn, which is tucked tidily away in the heart of the Margaree Valley, you get a true appreciation for where the inspiration for songs like the Barra Macneil’s “The Island”, or the Rankin Family classic “North Country” came from. more…