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When the harvest sets in, Québec’s culinary routes come alive with tasting, tours and authentic encounters. Across Québec, farmers, artisans and chefs open the doors to their share their know-how and offer you the best of their local products. The table is set for foodie adventures that will fill you up and rejuvinate you!
Destination: Outaouais
Harvest is the perfect time to discover the farms, orchards, vineyards and farmers’ markets in Outaouais. The booths and fields abound with local treasures. In addition to the classics, such as squash, apples and corn on the cob, there are some surprises, including yak meat, craft kombucha, homemade ice cream, strawberry and raspberry wine. The region’s producers have some delicious treats in store for you.
Head out on a Croquez l’Outaouais! agritourism route to discover local agri-food businesses. Looking for a bite to eat in a cozy setting? Stop by the recently refurbished Terrasse du Square Old Chelsea, which offers tasty options in a laid-back atmosphere. Foodies in search of new discoveries will be delighted by a visit to any establishment in the ÉCONOMUSÉE® network, such as ChocoMotive, Chocolate making ÉCONOMUSÉE® and Courges et cie, Market Gardener ÉCONOMUSÉE®: gourds and pumpkins. Producers and artisans are eager to share their craft.
Where to stay
In the heart of nature, Terre & Neige offers mini-chalets boasting minimalist charm. Enjoy packed lunches made with local ingredients and delivered straight to your door, relax in a wood-fired hot tub and explore the lake and nearby trails.
Artisans at Work: Authentic encounters with the local identity
In several regions of Québec, including Outaouais, the Artisans at Work experience is a unique opportunity to meet artisans who will give you a peek into their world, revealing the secrets, history and passion behind their enduring craft. To find these artisans, keep an eye out for designated ÉCONOMUSÉE®, HERITAGE SPACE or CULINARY SPACE establishments on your itinerary.
Destination: Bas-Saint-Laurent
Stretching from Kamouraska to La Mitis, the Bas-Saint-Laurent region promises a veritable feast for your taste buds. Follow the Route des Navigateurs, along the St. Lawrence River, a drive chock-full of delicious stops and jaw-dropping views. Every village has its gems: friendly cafés, markets brimming with fresh produce, restaurants that reinvent their menus every day, and microbreweries where you’ll be greeted like an old friend.
When in Kamouraska, be sure to book a table at Côté Est, a Michelin Bib Gourmand award-winning restaurant known for its refined, accessible cuisine, or the popular Bistro de la mer at Poissonnerie Lauzier. A little further on, at the Tête d'Allumette microbrewery, take in the river view with a wood fire-brewed craft beer in hand. Other not-to-be-missed stops include the new Maqahamok — Pub wolastoqey, an Indigenous-owned restaurant in Cacouna that deftly blends culinary traditions with local ingredients.
Where to stay
For breathtaking, unique accommodations, head to Les Perchoirs du Cirque, a concept inspired by the acrobatic prowess of circus artists.
Terroir et Saveurs du Québec: Gateway to culinary tourism
Where to start your agritourism adventure Terroir et Saveurs du Québec is the benchmark for culinary tourism across Québec. Make it your starting point in planning an itinerary to meet passionate farmers, artisans and chefs. Through their expertise, they help promote and showcase local cuisine in all its forms.
Destination: Québec, city and area
In this region, lchefs and farmers work together to offer a lively food scene inspired by the seasons and tinged with boreal flavours. Want to enjoy the fruits of this creative labour? Take a seat at one of the city of Québec’s 28 restaurants featured in the Michelin Guide, including Tanière³, the province’s only two Michelin star restaurant, ARVI, Laurie Raphaël, Légende par La Tanière and Kebec Club Privé, all renowned for their excellence; or Restaurant Alentours, which was awarded a Michelin green star.
Île d’Orléans is quintessential destination for a delicious tour through six picturesque villages. Fall is a feast for the senses: take part in the grape harvest at Saint-Pierre le Vignoble or Vignoble de l’Isle de Bacchus, pick your own apples from an orchard, or indulge in artisanal products at the Fromages de l’isle d’Orléans and Confiturerie Tigidou, and pick up some treats at Cassis Monna & Filles.
Destination: Mauricie
Food lovers take note: in Mauricie, indulging is not only allowed, it’s celebrated. The region is chock-full of tasty restaurants, and there’s always an excuse to try another. In October, Mauricie hosts a slew of events highlighting local products: Myco, le rendez-vous de la gastronomie forestière, Bon appétit Maski and Les Délices d’automne.
You’ll also want to check out L’Olivia — Table gourmande, where the art of eating well is expressed on every plate. It’s the perfect stop after taking in the fall colours at Parc national de la Mauricie. In Trois-Rivières, the crew behind Épi, buvette de quartier creates dishes showcasing local produce—something that hasn’t gone under the Michelin Guide’s radar!
Where to stay
A stone’s throw from Parc national de la Mauricie, Nature Nature offers a host of mountain-side accommodations. During their stay, locavores will be delighted to discover the wonderful restaurants nearby.
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