Presented in partnership with Lobster PEI
Thank you to our partners, participants, volunteers and team members for making our first ever TailsnTunes event a memorable one! We had a fantastic culinary demonstration and PEI Lobster supper provided by Chef Ilona Daniel! And a magnificent performance from Island Artists Inn Echo! Thanks to Lobster PEI for making this event possible and to JMK Fish Mart for providing fresh and delicious lobster!
We also want to thank our media partners at The Buzz and Salty Magazine. Also The College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada, Cavendish Farms, the Government of PEI and Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency. Special thank you to Confederation Bridge for ongoing and continued support of the festival!
Check out these fantastic images from our first TailsnTunes event!
A list of exclusive recipes from our culinary event with Chef Ilona Daniel!
Buttermilk Chive Crema, Buttery Pan Rolls, Hard Cider and Basil Steamed Mussels,Honibe Honey n Beer bread, Horseradish Mayonnaise, PEI Blueberry Jam, Pickled Rhubarb, Potato Salad, Sriracha Ketchup, Sriracha Mayo, Sushi Rice, Tarragon Mustard Cream
Saturday, June 8th
Lobster and Learn Garden Party – featuring Chef Ilona Daniel
10:30am – 1:00pm
Pavilion at Historic St. Mary’s
1374 Hamilton Road, Indian River
A culinary demonstration and meal, offering “tricks of the trade” and “tools” for preparing different lobster menu options and talking about the versatility of PEI LOBSTER. Can you tell the difference between male and female lobsters? Have you ever heard of a left-handed lobster? After Chef Ilona Daniel takes you on a fun exploration of our beloved PEI lobster, enjoy a wonderful brunch including an assortment of lobster nibbles in our gorgeous Pavilion, over-looking the spectacular rolling fields and beautiful Malpeque Bay in the distance.
Saturday, June 8th
A Local’s Lobster Supper – featuring Chef Ilona Daniel
4:30pm – 7:00pm
Pavilion at Historic St. Mary’s
1374 Hamilton Road, Indian River
Experience lobster the way we do here on Prince Edward Island! Join us for a hands-on lobster supper where locals will share their island experience and stories and give tips on how to get every delicious morsel of lobster from the shell. Get ready to get your hands dirty as you spend the evening playing with your food! Time for a feed folks!
Saturday, June 8th
Special Concert by Island artists INN ECHO
7:30pm – 9:30pm
Historic St. Mary’s Church,
Home of the Indian River Festival
An incredible new island foursome, perform in Historic St. Mary’s, rated as one of Canada’s top naturally acoustic venues. Before the show and at Intermission, come enjoy island hospitality in our adjacent pavilion with local beer from Upstreet Craft Brewing, Island Honey Wine, Samuels Coffee, our famous Strawberry shortcake, homemade cookies and more!
INN ECHO – Four young musicians with very different musical backgrounds join together to form Inn Echo, blending Irish and Canadian traditional music with a modern take on the genres typical structures and sounds. The band incorporates elements of jazz and indie while also keeping true to the fun and energetic spirit of traditional music.
For accommodation options and rates see supporting hotels, motels, B & B’s below:
Thank you for supporting local!
North Cape Coastal Drive and Central Coastal Tourism
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