Arrêts Gourmands The know-how of our gourmet stops - Dairy Joy: a classic that never goes out of style![Les Cervidés Les Cervidés](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
The Dairy Joy, its green sign and its retro cone-shaped neon sign have been part of Thetford Mines' decor for more than 60 years. This snack bar and dairy bar has certainly made a place for itself in the hearts of Thetford residents.
Written on July 15, 2022
Rencontres inspirantes Maison Alphonse-Desjardins: a 100% free cultural treasure to discover this summer!![Amélie Dumas-Aubé Amélie Dumas-Aubé](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
Who could believe that this house housed the first credit union in Quebec. Strategically located in the heart of Old Lévis, discover the story of a committed family that knew how to make savings and credit accessible to workers...
Written on July 14, 2022
Arrêts Gourmands The know-how of our gourmet stops - Bleuetière Goulet: blueberries and more![Les Cervidés Les Cervidés](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
Jean-Yves Goulet bought his parents' farm in Saint-Frédéric in 2002 and decided to give up his other job to devote himself entirely to the business and transform it. He thus put an end to hog production and added 15,000 blueberry plants to the 1,000…
Written on July 14, 2022
Arrêts Gourmands The know-how of our gourmet stops - La Pralinière: chocolates, ice cream and sweets by the ton![Les Cervidés Les Cervidés](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
Founded in the early 1990s by a master chocolate maker of Belgian origin, La Pralinière passed into the hands of Samuel Pépin in 2015, a young entrepreneur who wanted to make this beautiful artisanal chocolate factory a stop of choice for the sweet …
Written on July 14, 2022
Foody Nature A Perfect day in St-Roch-des-Aulnaies.![Sarah Moore Sarah Moore](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
Again this morning, I was asked " Where does it end Chaudière-Appalaches? To my great happiness, I speak of St-Roch-des-Aulnaies and one of the most beautiful places for a picnic in the region. I will come back to it.
Updated on February 17, 2023
Arrêts Gourmands The know-how of our gourmet stops - Oxymore Microbrasserie: to the health of the village![Les Cervidés Les Cervidés](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
Originally from the region, the co-founders of Oxymore Microbrasserie wanted with their project to revitalize the municipality of Saint-Gilles and create a pole of attraction. A little more than two years after the opening, and despite a pandemic wh…
Written on July 12, 2022
Arrêts Gourmands The know-how of our gourmet stops - Fromagerie Etchemin:bring history to life![Les Cervidés Les Cervidés](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
Twenty-two years after its closure, the people of Lac-Etchemin were still talking about the dairy and cheese factory in their village, which existed from 1949 to 1999. The revival of the cheese factory is therefore excellent news for the region.
Written on July 11, 2022
Arrêts Gourmands The know-how of our gourmet stops - La Maison Rousseau : spotlight on local producers![Les Cervidés Les Cervidés](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
It is a local 180 degree turn that La Maison Rousseau has taken in two years. This is how, in this restaurant located in a heritage building from 1852, in the heart of Old Montmagny, you can now savor even more meats, cheeses, honeys, breads and fru…
Written on July 11, 2022
Arrêts Gourmands The know-how of our gourmet stops - Auberge La Marguerite : local menu pioneer![Les Cervidés Les Cervidés](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
From the moment they purchased their ancestral home located not far from the river, Christian Dufour and Janic Thibodeau had one idea in mind: to serve their visitors with the best of the region.
Written on July 8, 2022
Arrêts Gourmands The know-how of our gourmet stops - Douceurs des Appalaches : pure honey![Les Cervidés Les Cervidés](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
Claude Dufour is a true lover of bees and what they offer our taste buds: honey. She had the "sting" of bees, as she says, and a few years ago gave up her career as a forest engineer to devote herself to her new passion.
Written on July 8, 2022
Curious Nature RIde in Beauce: between rich history and delicious nature![Ophélie Gonthier Ophélie Gonthier](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
A perfect summer morning to embark on an adventure on the roads of Beauce and its legendary people, a few kilometers from home. Places filled with history and exceptional natural settings punctuate my almost improvised day.
Written on July 7, 2022
Active Nature Sugar Loaf Mountain or Talon Lake![G&R FILMMAKER G&R FILMMAKER](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
In the fall, during the season of colors, when you come hiking in the Parc des Appalaches, the show begins as soon as you drive. The roads are adorned with such warm colors that we are already in the mood even before starting our hike.
Written on July 5, 2022
Arrêts Gourmands The know-how of our gourmet stops - Kiosque des Grands Jardins : freshness at the rendezvous![Les Cervidés Les Cervidés](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
The history of the Kiosque des Grands Jardins began a long time ago. In the 1960s, Émile Pelletier and Eugénie Delage owned a dairy farm in Saint-Gilles and grew potatoes and other vegetables for their personal consumption.
Written on July 5, 2022
Embark on 190 years of maritime history!![Stéphane Bourque Stéphane Bourque](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
Conveniently located in Lévis a few meters from the Québec-Lévis ferry and the Quai Paquet, between the cliff and the river, the A.C. Davie Shipyard National Historic Site awaits you to discover one of the largest shipyards in Quebec, as well as the…
Updated on May 8, 2023
Curious Nature We tested the Chemistry Mission of the Science Bunker: here is our verdict!![Odile Turgeon Odile Turgeon](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
Discover the interior of a famous "Bunker", where science is our best ally. Our group of testers enjoyed the famous Science Bunker Chemistry Mission. Here is our verdict!
Updated on April 19, 2024
Foody Nature Oravito's Gourmet Picnic with Ange and his family under the apple trees![Ange Hébert-Corriveau Ange Hébert-Corriveau](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
Mai c’est pas mal mon mois préféré! On dirait que tout reprend vie, le quotidien est plus léger et le meilleur de l’année est encore devant nous! Aussi, c’est la saison des pique-niques et ça faisait un moment que je souhaitais découvrir les délice…
Written on June 3, 2022
Foody Nature Grilled cheese, beer and sunset!![Stéphane Bourque Stéphane Bourque](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
A mouth-watering post on your Facebook feed. Sometimes that's just what it takes to say Go! In addition, when the temperature is magnificent like this evening, the marina of Berthier-sur-Mer is a safe bet to take advantage of this rare crazy summer …
Updated on April 19, 2024
Curious Nature Catherine, our extra, tells us about her weekend in Isle-aux-Grues with her husband![Catherine Kotiuga Catherine Kotiuga](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
Isle-aux-Grues, a hidden gem of the Saint-Lawrence river. A change of scenery worth seeing! Thanks to Tourisme Chaudière-Appalaches, my husband and I had the chance to enjoy the typically ''gruoise'' island life during an autumnal weekend.
Written on May 10, 2022
Domaine Joly-De Lotbinière, one of Marianne's favourite !![Marianne Savoie Marianne Savoie](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
My trip to Domaine Joly-De Lotbinière reminded me of many memories of my childhood there. Indeed, this place of Chaudière-Appalaches is my favorite because it is a peaceful and beautiful place.
Updated on March 17, 2023
Active Nature Sea songs, terraces & camping: a dreamy weekend in L'Islet![Élisa Leblond-Fortin Élisa Leblond-Fortin](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACwAAAAAAQABAAA=)
When it comes to organizing our summer excursions, my boyfriend and I have to compromise a lot. We both want to see amazing landscapes, I want to eat amazing food, and my boyfriend wants to do out-of-the-ordinary activities. This year, we decided L'…
Written on May 5, 2022