Chef’s Island is hosted by Adam Ramsay with musical entertainment provided by Luka Hall and Ray Knorr.

Upon arrival to Chef’s Island at the Delta Hotels Prince Edward, guests will be greeted with a welcome beverage and a handcrafted amuse bouche. Luka Hall, an Island favourite, will keep the energy going all night with his live performance. Throughout the evening, guests will explore ten chef stations, sampling small plates & mocktail pairings featuring the best of PEI’s local flavours while connecting with Island chefs. 

The highlight of the night, the Chef’s Island Quickfire Challenge, will feature four chefs competing in a thrilling black-box showdown, all vying for the top prize of $1,000! Forty randomly selected guests will receive exclusive tasting tokens to sample one of the competitors’ creations. 60 minutes, 4 judges’ plates, 40 guest plates, who will be crowned the 2026 Chef’s Island Quickfire Challenge Champion? The competition will be live streamed onto screens located throughout the ballroom for guests wishing to watch the action without having a ‘front row seat’.

Indulge your taste buds, cheer on your favourite chefs, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere. Chef’s Island is where food, fun, and fantastic flavours collide. Don’t miss out on this culinary extravaganza that’ll have you craving more.

In addition, the Chef’s Island ‘Stay & Savour’ overnight accommodation for Saturday, October 10th is available for guests wishing to enhance their experience at Delta Hotels Prince Edward. The special room rate of $259.00 (plus fees and taxes) does not include admisison to the Chef’s Island experience. Chef’s Island event tickets are sold seperately.

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Guests will enjoy a four course culinary journey, paired with wines selected by acclaimed sommelier Lesley Quinn, and accompanied by captivating storytelling from Cameron MacDonald, who brings to life the wit and charm of a true 1920s character, immersing you in the spirit of the Prohibition era.

Upon entry, guests will enter and sign their prescription for the night, and be welcomed with a beverage from renowned sommelier Lesley Quinn and the evening will unfold, going through cocktail and wine-paired courses that each hold a story tied to local past history.

The four courses will be cooked over wood fire beside the guests, as Lesley Quinn expertly pairs cocktails and wine, while Cameron MacDonald, a local historian and story-teller will be in character as a man from the era with prepared monologues throughout the event.

Ready for an unforgettable night out? Slip into your sharpest 1920s attire (or classic all-black) and get whisked away to the era of bootleg cocktails, and secret celebrations! Channel your inner Gatsby, Daisy, or prohibition-era rebel. Feathers, fedoras, pearls, or simply all-black chic – there will be a rack with a few items in case you want to jazz yours up a bit more!

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You’ll enjoy a five-course meal based on the five culinary senses – sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami. The evening will start with a walkthrough and brief explanation of the experience – and the menu – which will be paired with beverages and accompanied by palate cleansers between courses.

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Guests can look forward to an engaging and social evening filled with exceptional food, local beverages, and live entertainment. Throughout the evening, attendees will have the opportunity to sample a variety of beef dishes, enjoy local brews, and connect directly with Island chefs, farmers, and producers.

Beef & Brews sponsored by Atlantic Beef Products will also feature a live musical performance from Richard Wood! For over three decades, 5x ECMA, multi-Music PEI Award-winning Richard Wood has blown away sold-out audiences around the globe with his traditional-borne, fiery-brand of Celtic music. Career highlights include performances at the Kennedy Center, DisneyWorld, the Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and on televised programs: Good Morning America, The David Letterman Show, Up Home Tonight, and Rita & Friends. From winning countless step-dancing and fiddling championships to being named in MacLean’s Magazine’s Top Canadians to watch in the 21st Century, Richard has shared stages and tour buses with A-Listers like The Chieftains, Rita MacNeil, the Barra MacNeils, Ron Hynes, the Rankin Family, and Shania Twain.  Richard has played for King Charles III, Princess Diana, Queen Elizabeth II, William and Kate (Prince & Princess of Wales), Prime Ministers, Senators, Governor-Generals, and the Emperor of Japan, but he is most proud to have entertained Canada’s Armed Forces in the North Pole, Bosnia, & twice in Afghanistan.

To enhance the experience, a live video feed from the catering space will be streamed into the dining and entertainment areas, giving guests a behind-the-scenes look at the culinary action as it happens, allowing guests to feel fully immersed in the event through large-scale audiovisual elements showcased throughout the evening.

Also available: Beef & Brews sponsored by Atlantic Beef Products Overnight Accommodation on Friday, October 2nd at the Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Summerside at The Credit Union Place. A 1 night stay in one of our 1 King Bed Ocean View Rooms or a 1 night stay in one of our 2 Bed Queen Size Rooms. Upon check-in guests will receive a bottle of red or white wine and chocolate covered strawberries. This accommodation does not include a ticket to the Beef and Brews experience. Beef and Brews tickets are sold separately.

Host Chef Ilona Daniel: Chef Ilona Daniel is a renowned culinary expert and media personality, blending her roles as an instructor at the Culinary Institute of Canada, Food Editor for Harrowsmith Magazine, CBC PEI Radio Personality, Mainstreet Eats, and host of the TV cooking show, Get in the Kitchen. A sought-after speaker, educator, and hospitality consultant, she operates her own consulting organization while contributing as a food photographer, recipe developer and writer. Chef Ilona’s dynamic presence has been showcased on platforms like VICE TV, APTN, Bravo TV, CTV Atlantic, and Breakfast Television.

Daniel earned her Adult Education Certification through programs at the University of Prince Edward Island and Holland College. She holds a Master’s degree in Education from the University of Prince Edward Island, based in Charlottetown, PEI. A distinguished Canadian Red Seal-certified chef, she also possesses a diploma with Honors in Culinary Management from the esteemed Niagara Food and Wine Institute in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Seating: Tables accommodate 8 guests. To guarantee a reserved Table of 8, all tickets must be purchased in one transaction under the same name. Group seating cannot be guaranteed for tickets purchased separately.

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The evening begins with a reception with our local fishers while you slurp PEI oysters and sample lobster delicacies at outdoor food stations!

Next up, it’s time to gather in the rustic carriage house for an incredible lobster feast, PEI-style. Settle in for an unforgettable meal – prepared by Chef Adam Loo – showcasing fresh Island lobster. Paired with live music and entertainment from Barry O’Brien and Muddy Buddy, it’s a quintessential PEI lobster party, and you’re invited!

PEI Lobster Party is a fun, upbeat culinary party like no other. The charming New London Carriage House sets the stage for a memorable evening for our guests from the time they arrive to when they leave. When guests arrive they can enjoy food stations outdoors before being welcomed inside for a sit down meal showcasing our star of the show – PEI Lobster. Throughout the evening guests will be entertained and can dance the night away to our live entertainment.

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Garden Lunch Experience (12:00 p.m. – approx. 2:00 p.m.)

Catered by Clamdiggers in nearby Cardigan. “Taste of Georgetown” offers a seasonal lunch inspired by a classic church lobster supper!

Guests will arrive beginning at 12:00 p.m. and be welcomed into the outdoor garden and deck space overlooking the Kings Playhouse grounds. From 12:00 to 1:00 p.m., passed appetizers and beverages will be served, accompanied by live music staged at the end of the deck and within the gardens.

Following the cocktail-style hour, guests will be invited to enjoy a freshly prepared main course, including PEI lobster rolls assembled in front of them, served with fried potatoes and a garden salad featuring ingredients grown on-site. Seating will be available throughout the gardens, with indoor space in Dedication Hall available in the case of inclement weather.

At approximately 1:30 p.m., guests will transition into the theatre for a 30-minute live musical performance, providing a cultural component to complement the culinary experience before departing the venue.

Evening Dinner Experience (6:00 p.m. – approx. 9:00 p.m.)
The evening experience will begin with guest arrival at 6:00 p.m. for a 30-minute cocktail hour held on the deck overlooking the gardens at sunset. Guests will enjoy drinks and a relaxed social atmosphere before transitioning into the theatre at approximately 6:30 p.m..

A 30-minute live musical performance will take place in the theatre, highlighting local artists and setting the tone for the evening. Following the performance, guests will move into Dedication Hall for a seated, multi-course dinner.

The dinner will feature a curated four-course menu highlighting PEI seafood, local meats, and seasonal ingredients, with a maximum of 90 guests to ensure a comfortable and high-quality dining experience. Courses will be served sequentially, with a focus on pacing, atmosphere, and storytelling throughout the meal.

Musical Performances

Luka Hall is a dynamic singer-songwriter, guitarist, and accomplished fiddle player hailing from Prince Edward Island, known for his blend of traditional fiddle and folk/country music. Luka is rapidly establishing himself as a significant new voice in the music scene. 

Carlie Howell is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, educator, curator and arts worker. Their international performance practice spans a wide range of genres, including jazz, classical, folk, improvised and Brazilian traditional and contemporary music.

Raymond Knorr is a multi-instrumentalist, and singer currently living on Prince Edward Island, Canada. Originally from Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, Ray began taking fiddle lessons at four years old, and bass guitar lessons at eight. Ray grew up competing at fiddle competitions, performing shows and attending camps across Western Canada. 

Olivia Blacquiere is a singer-songwriter from the North Shore of Prince Edward Island. Drawing inspiration from the Island’s red clay roads, coastal beauty, and rich musical traditions, she crafts songs rooted in East Coast folk and storytelling.

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