Overlooking the Bras d’Or Lake, Eileanan Brèagha (pronouced AY-len-an BREE-ah) is Cape Breton’s first and only estate winery. Scottish Gaelic for “beautiful islands,” Eileanan Brèagha was named in homage to the owner’s Gaelic heritage and for the majestic view of the numerous small islands in the Bras d’Or Lake, which can be seen from the property. Situated on a 200-acre former homestead in Marble Mountain, the south-east exposure and moderate climate of the salt water Bras d’Or Lakes allows for a…

The Mabou Farmers' Market houses an eclectic collection of local food growers, producers, fishers, artisans and crafters who offer their wares on Sundays from 11am to 2pm from June to mid-October at the Mabou Athletic Centre. During the month of December, special holiday markets are held at Dalbrae Academy in Mabou.We're located at about the midpoint of Cape Breton's Ceilidh Trail in the picturesque village of Mabou. After visiting the market, check out beautiful West Mabou Beach Provincial Park, take…

Visitors can expect to be greeted by Pierre Pickles, a 6-foot-tall folk art carving by William Roach. Inside, our menu has an emphasis on fresh, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free with a selection of soups, salads, and sandwiches with sweet treats to finish.Peruse our gift shop for one-of-a-kind locally made gifts and a little something extra for the campground or the road trip. Dine outside on our cheerful covered porch or pre-order a picnic to take to the park!

With year-round Ceilidhs, an interactive museum, gift shop, music demonstrations and more, it's a lively and vibrant place. The Centre's Ceilidh Pub offers a lunch menu of Nova Scotia home-cooked favourites and local drinks with live traditional music featuring some of Cape Breton’s best musicians. Menu features a delicious seafood chowder, traditional lobster sandwich and a variety of pub fare.

Passionate about artisan pepper jellies and wild blueberry jam? Come see why we are different and why we were invited to both the Oscars and the Golden Globes.We purchase local fruit and field grown vegetables for the production of our products. Processing is done with fresh spring water.No artificial dyes or preservatives are used. Small batch preserving with generations of family caring about the process from start to finish.

Come in. Sit down. Relax. But most importantly… just have a good time!The Doryman is well known for good times! With an undisputed reputation for live local music, including Saturday afternoon fiddle sessions, music lovers will not be disappointed when they leave The Doryman.Located in the picturesque seaside Acadian village of Cheticamp on the Cabot Trail, The Doryman’s reputation for live music is a perfect example of how this community is “toujours chantante”.

Our Italian Restaurant (downstairs on the boardwalk) offers a full-service, licensed menu with relaxing atmosphere during the summer months.  

“Cape Breton offers a surprisingly large number of wonderful quirky museums.  My favourite, by far, was the Margaree Salmon Museum.” Alan Burdick, The New York Times.Established in 1965, The Margaree Salmon Museum is located beside the Cabot Trail in Northeast Margaree, Cape Breton.  This historical gem connects the people of the area to its natural resources and highlights their contribution to the history of the famed Atlantic Salmon.  Local guides made early angling icons famous through their river knowledge, often shared…

The patio has a beer garden atmosphere featuring live local music and hearty, rustic cuisine served in the warm, sincere hospitality style Cape Breton is known for.

The Red Shoe Pub has become a kind of “home away from home” for many locals and visitors over the years. The Rankin Sisters’ cozy spot in the hamlet of Mabou, on the west coast of Cape Breton, offers a menu of Nova Scotia home cooking. Features include a treasured seafood chowder and a variety of pub fare. Visit "The Shoe" for great food and drinks and great live music, seven days a week. The Red Shoe Pub is open…