Mother’s Day is fast approaching, and what better way to celebrate this special moment than with an agritourism or gourmet activity? Here are 20 ideas for Mother’s Day outings in Quebec, to create memorable family memories! 🌸
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1- Pancakes & Ciders
Cidrerie Milton
On May 11, Cidrerie Milton welcomes you to a gourmet feast of generous crêpes accompanied by local ciders. Three services will be available: 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. A perfect occasion for a sparkling family brunch! 🥞🍏
📍 Sainte-Cécile-de-Milton (Cantons-de-l’Est)
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2- Gourmet breakfast buffet
Vignoble Rivière du Chêne
On May 10 and 11, treat your mom to a gourmet buffet lunch or brunch in the enchanting setting of the vineyard. Ideal for the whole family, two services will be available (10:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m.). For a memorable evening, the Spring Tablée will also be offered during the weekend! 🍷✨
📍 Saint-Eustache (Laurentides)
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3- Hearty three-course brunch
Au Pâturage – Espace Gourmand
On May 11, treat the whole family to a generous brunch at Au Pâturage. If you can’t choose from all the delicious dishes, opt for the three-course option: we’ll prepare a three-course tasting format for your whole table! 🍳💖
📍 Sainte-Perpétue (Centre-du-Québec)
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4- Festive day at the cider house
La Capsule Temporelle
On May 11, as part of Cider Week, La Capsule Temporelle invites you to a festive day! On the program: free tastings of artisanal ciders, guided tours of the winery, and weather permitting, a stroll through the orchard in bloom. On site, Ferme Bon Bœuf will be serving up tasty meals: sausages, grilled meats and more! 🌸🥂
5- Moldavian Brunch
Vignoble et Domaine Beauchemin
On May 11, bring the whole family to Vignoble et Domaine Beauchemin for a brunch featuring Moldavian recipes and local, seasonal ingredients. A gastronomic experience that promises to be original and delicious! 🌷🍽️
6- Spring and farm brunch
Les Jardins de Sophie
On May 10 and 11, Les Jardins de Sophie prepares a generous springtime brunch, with a menu of farm-fresh produce at Le Saint-Sapin restaurant. A tasty outing to welcome spring with gourmandise, and to celebrate the most incredible women! 🥗🌿
📍 Saint-Fulgence (Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean)
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7- Gastronomic dinner
L’Éden Rouge
On May 10 and 11, chef Angèle-Ann Guimond of L’Éden Rouge will prepare a gourmet five-course dinner, featuring farm products cooked in a simple and delicious way. A perfect evening in a convivial atmosphere to spoil your mom the way she deserves! 🍽️✨
📍 Saint-Bruno-de-Guigues (Abitibi-Témiscamingue)
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8- Open house at the cider house
Cidrerie Michel Jodoin
On May 10 and 11, join us at the cider house for a hike, cider tastings and a festive atmosphere with a chansonnier and a street truck! A weekend that promises to be gourmet and festive, to celebrate moms with good humor, music and gourmet goodness! 🎶🍎
9- Country brunch
L’Orée des Champs
On May 11, from 9am to 12pm, enjoy a country brunch at L’Orée des Champs. On the program: gourmet dishes and a jovial atmosphere! The establishment combines country dining, nature and the farm, in modern, friendly facilities. A lovely morning to share with the family in a superb setting. 🥐🌸
📍 Saint-Nazaire (Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean)
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10- Gastronomic discovery lunch
Maison de l’Île d’Orléans
On May 10 and 11, treat your mom to a gourmet discovery lunch at Maison de l’Île d’Orléans! Comprising 5 delicious courses, the menu adapts to just one thing (to our delight): the rhythm of the seasons. 🌱 🥰
📍 Saint-Jean-de-l’Île-d’Orléans (Région de Québec)
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11- Enchanting garden tours
Les Jardins des 5 sens
On May 10 and 11, take a family stroll through an enchanting garden! You’ll discover spring blooms: bulbs, magnolias, fruit trees and other awakening beauties, as well as a tea room and local store brimming with discoveries. 🌸🌷
12- Festive table d’hôte
Microbrasserie Le Presbytère
From May 9 to 12, Microbrasserie Le Presbytère will be offering a table d’hôte specially designed to celebrate mothers. On the menu, comforting local dishes, served in a convivial atmosphere. Reserve now to savor every bite! 🍺🍽️
📍 Saint-Stanislas (Mauricie)
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13- Afternoon tea at the farm
Verger de Hudson Bio
On May 18, we’re extending the festivities to discover the organic orchard at the height of the fruit tree blossoming season with passionate farmers at Hudson Orchard! We’ll then settle in on the terrace to enjoy a 100% local lunch, inspired by the traditional afternoon tea. 🍃🫖
14- U-pick tulips
Fraises Gaétan Roy
Starting in early May, Fraises Gaétan Roy will be offering U-pick tulips in a poetic country setting, filled with the first flowers of the season. The local produce boutique will also be open, offering an array of delicious Quebec products!🌷😍
15- Picnic in the orchard
Labonté de la pomme
From mid-May onwards, take to the road to Labonté de la pomme for a delicious, epicurean family picnic amid apple and cherry blossom, accompanied by a tasting of local ciders! A perfect activity for creating beautiful memories, to keep in mind and in photos. 🌸🍒
16- Local and seasonal menu
Maison de Soma
La Table Champêtre® Maison de Soma continues to open in the evenings, with an à la carte menu inspired by current harvests. And good news: starting in May, the dining room will also be open for lunch! What could be better than enjoying a delicious meal, while watching nature awaken? 🍃🌞
17- Flowers and mini-farm
Verger Champêtre – Gîte & Compagnie
Treat yourself to a bucolic family day at Le Verger Champêtre! On the program: gentle spring activities such as pick-your-own flowers, and a visit to the charming mini-farm filled with baby goats and lambs. An adorable family day ahead! 🐑🌷
📍 Granby (Cantons de l’Est)
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18- Time for flowers
Domaine Lafrance
Discover the beauty of Domaine Lafrance’s 13,000 apple trees in bloom! On the program: bucolic strolls and take-away menus for picnics in the heart of the orchards (available Friday to Sunday from May 16). And don’t forget to stop by the gourmet boutique to pick up some local produce! 📸🧺
📍 Saint-Joseph-du-Lac (Laurentides)
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19- Traditional brunch
Domaine Jolivent
Head to Domaine Jolivent for their traditional Mother’s Day brunch on Sunday, May 11. Once again, chef Baptiste takes up the challenge with an exceptional 5-course menu, designed to celebrate moms in style. And to top it all off, accordionist Mario Bruneau will accompany this gentle, musical moment. 🎶 🥞
📍 Lac-Brome (Cantons-de-l’Est)
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20- Chocolate Spring
Julie Vachon Chocolats
On Mother’s Day weekend, head to the chocolate shop to discover a spring collection inspired by the riches of the Portneuf terroir and the talent of local producers. The boutique is transformed into a free tasting area! Don’t miss out on our spring novelties: homemade fruit pastes, lemon verbena chocolate, gourmet squares and gourmet bars! 🍫 🤤
📍 Deschambault-Grondines (Région de Québec)
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Profitez de ces beaux moments pour partager rires, souvenirs et douceurs… et créer de nouvelles traditions à savourer encore longtemps! 🌷🍽️
