7 Good Reasons to Visit Percé
| By Jean-Pascal Côté
A very popular vacation destination for over a century, Percé enjoys an excellent reputation. Here are seven good reasons to visit the area and marvel at the beautiful scenery.
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Farmers Markets in Eastern Québec: Fun and Authentic Foodie Experiences
| By Diane Drapeau
Your trip to the maritime regions of Québec would not be complete without immersing yourself in local culinary traditions. Whether you visit Bas-Saint-Laurent, Gaspésie, Côte-Nord or the Îles de la Madeleine, you’ll want to stop at local farmers markets (called marchés publiques, or public markets, in Québec), so you can discover local flavours, enjoy authentic foodie experiences and meet the food artisans who embody the heart and soul of their communities!
Read MoreEverything You Need to Know to Plan a Trip to Bas-Saint-Laurent
| By Jean-Pascal Côté
Are you thinking of visiting the region of Bas-Saint-Laurent soon? Here are a few tips and suggestions to help you plan your stay.
Read MoreRegional Flavours: Cheese
| By Anne-Josée Pineau
Pretty much everyone loves cheese, right? Not surprisingly, this versatile food is found in all kinds of dishes, from the most refined to the most comforting, including the authentic Québécois dish known as poutine! Cheese is also a great snack to eat in the car on a road trip as well as a favourite at picnics. Are you hitting the road in Eastern Québec? Be sure to visit our artisan cheesemakers, who are constantly coming up with creative ways to showcase local ingredients in their products. Here are six you’ll want to add to your itinerary!
Read MoreDiscover the Culinary Heritage of Québec by the Sea
| By Katie Jalbert
One of the best ways to experience the culture of a region is to immerse yourself in its culinary heritage. If you’re a food enthusiast and want to explore any of the regions of Québec maritime in this way, you’re in for a treat!
Read MoreThe Distilleries of Eastern Québec: Discover the Soul of Our Regions Through their Spirits!
| By Anne-Josée Pineau
Several new distilleries have been established in the maritime regions of Québec over the last few years, all operated by passionate people who want to showcase local ingredients in their products. Are you interested in visiting our eight distilleries to discover Eastern Québec with your taste buds? Here’s an overview of what awaits you at these sites.
Read MoreOff the Coast of the Îles de la Madeleine… A Sea of Flavours!
| By Diane Drapeau
Located in the middle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the Îles de la Madeleine are a string of islands linked by sand dunes featuring red sandstone cliffs illuminated by the setting sun and colourful houses and fishing harbours that contrast with the blue of the sea and sky... Out at sea, fishermen haul in their catches, which are then transformed into culinary delights by local food artisans and chefs.
Read MoreOff the Coast of Côte-Nord… A Sea of Flavours!
| By Diane Drapeau
Côte-Nord borders the majestic St. Lawrence for over 1300 km along the coast as it widens from the estuary into the gulf. Sometimes under the moonlight during a spring tide, you’ll be amazed to see a shoal of capelin rolling in on the waves to spawn. This incredible scene illustrates the richness of the St. Lawrence in this region and provides an example of the many gourmet treasures found here.
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