Picking your own Christmas tree: a magical experience
There’s no better way to get into the holiday spirit than picking out your Christmas tree. A day of playing outside, looking for the most beautiful one, the one that will look great in your home! Spotlight on a unique tradition that’s a joy to revive, year after year. Just like the good old days […]
19 gourmet ideas to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Quebec
February is the perfect time to celebrate love… and indulge in authentic culinary experiences. Whether it’s a gastronomic dinner, a pastry workshop or a gourmet getaway in the countryside, here are 19 suggestions to enchant taste buds and warm hearts. ❣️ Whether you’re looking for a gourmet tête-à-tête, or to surprise your loved one with […]
12 terroir restaurants to try in Quebec
Looking for a warm and welcoming place to indulge this winter (and early spring)? Here are twelve Quebec addresses that combine conviviality and gourmet pleasures. Get ready to savor the best of our terroir, warm and cozy! 🤗
Quebec’s culinary identity: a delicious blend of history and tradition
From cranberries to poutine, Quebec’s culinary identity has been written in many chapters. And that’s what makes our cuisine unique in the world, just like our terroir and our people! 💙 Cuisine of influences The first ingredients in the Quebec culinary recipe undoubtedly come from the First Nations and Inuit. Maple and cranberry, two foods […]
Chocolateries, patisseries, confectioneries: Quebec-style indulgence
What do our chocolate, pastry and confectionery shops have in common? Throughout the province, the craftspeople who make them are proud to use local ingredients or ingredients processed in la Belle Province. 🍫 🍰 The term artisanal evokes the use of traditional methods, as opposed to the industrial process. Each stage is carried out with […]
15 delicious suggestions to enjoy the sugaring season
In Quebec, the arrival of spring is synonymous with sugaring-off time, that magical moment when the sap flows and the maple trees are transformed into a gourmet feast. Here are 15 suggestions for living and reliving this delicious time of year. Get your taste buds ready: the sugaring season promises to be full of discoveries! […]
The History of Christmas Markets: From Germany to Québec!
The History of Christmas Markets: From Germany to Québec! The holiday season is a time for warm gatherings. 🎄🌟 It’s precisely in this spirit that the tradition of Christmas markets has been renewed over the years. Here’s the story behind this centuries-old tradition! “Le cœur amoureux, et le bout du nez froid”—this line from the […]
Ice wine: history, production, and how to taste it
Ice wine: history, production, and how to taste it Say hello to the king of the Quebec table: Ice Wine! This sweet little gem is produced thanks to winter’s magic, patient winemakers, and grapes brave (or reckless) enough to endure fall and the start of winter outdoors. The result: a golden, velvety wine that manages […]
A guide to little-known Quebec flavours
A guide to little-known Quebec flavours Isn’t it amazing that products from other parts of the world are so well known (bananas, almonds, chocolate, mango, olive oil…), while other local flavors, such as those discussed in this article, are less well known? Let’s remedy the situation by shining a light on local products that deserve […]
Répertoire des marchés de Noël au Québec
L’hiver approche, et avec lui, la magie des marchés de Noël gourmands qui se déploient à travers tout le Québec ! 🎄❄️ Chaque année, ces marchés apportent une ambiance festive, des produits artisanaux uniques et l’occasion de goûter aux saveurs locales, dans une atmosphère féérique. Que vous soyez à la recherche de cadeaux originaux ou […]
