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Be surprised by La Bezotte Review
Café La Bezotte

Be surprised by La Bezotte

In the heart of the small village of Yamachiche, between the famous red brick houses, stands the café La Bezotte, [...]

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L’Empreinte: think locally, all in freshness Review
Restaurant l'Empreinte

L’Empreinte: think locally, all in freshness

We were three couples of friends who met on a Friday evening in May, in the middle of a heat wave, at the restaurant [...]

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Brasserie Sir John: A Tasty Stop in Lachute Review
Sir John - Brasserie

Brasserie Sir John: A Tasty Stop in Lachute

I had never set foot in Lachute, this small town in the Lower Laurentians. While planning a short getaway with friends, [...]

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Pizzicato: a timeless Sherbrooke classic Review
Pizzicato

Pizzicato: a timeless Sherbrooke classic

Open since 1994 in downtown Sherbrooke, Pizzicato specializes in fine pizzas, salads and fresh pasta. Located near La [...]

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In which restaurant to eat after a visit to the Old Prison of Trois-Rivières? Editorial
23 Dec 2024

In which restaurant to eat after a visit to the Old Prison of Trois-Rivières?

One of the most creepy visits that can be made in Trois-Rivières is without a doubt the one that allows us to tour the Old Prison. You will [...]

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What are the best restaurants to celebrate St-Jean-Baptiste Day? Editorial
02 Sep 2024

What are the best restaurants to celebrate St-Jean-Baptiste Day?

The dates of June 23 and June 24 are always festive in Quebec, and for good reason! This is the national holiday, also known as [...]

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What are the best restaurants near the Musée de la civilisation in Québec? Editorial
26 Oct 2024

What are the best restaurants near the Musée de la civilisation in Québec?

If you are curious about the culture, humanity and history of Québec, you must plan an outing to the Musée de la civilisation, located in [...]

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What are the best restaurants located in Old Quebec? Editorial
01 Oct 2024

What are the best restaurants located in Old Quebec?

If you are visiting Quebec City, you should definitely plan a walk in the historic Old Quebec. While you explore this UNESCO-protected [...]

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Are restaurants open or closed on Thanksgiving? Editorial
02 Oct 2024

Are restaurants open or closed on Thanksgiving?

Many workers get an extra day off on the second Monday in October, extending their weekend by one more day. This long Thanksgiving weekend [...]

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Quick questions to Chef Roland Ménard of Manoir Hovey Video
Restaurant Le Hatley | Relais & Châteaux

Quick questions to Chef Roland Ménard of Manoir Hovey

The renowned Chef Roland Ménard of the Restaurant Hatley Manoir Hovey answered questions burst Geneviève Gagné has [...]

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Skewer dessert on the BBQ Video
Bob le Chef

Skewer dessert on the BBQ

TIME REQUIRED PREPARATION: 15 min COOKING: 5 min INGREDIENTS - 250 ml (1 cup) chocolate chips - 125 ml (½ cup) 35% cream [...]

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Shrimp & vegetable stir-fry on the BBQ Video
Bob le Chef

Shrimp & vegetable stir-fry on the BBQ

TIME REQUIRED PREPARATION: 10 min COOKING TIME: 10 min INGREDIENTS To sauté: - 30 ml. olive oil - 1 tbsp. tablespoon [...]

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Cooking meat - Tip by Chef Roland Michon Video
RM Chef Traiteur

Cooking meat - Tip by Chef Roland Michon

When it comes time to cook the meat, what better advice from a real Chef?

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TOP 10 things waiters and waitresses hate the most Unusual
28 Mar 2024

TOP 10 things waiters and waitresses hate the most

Working in the restaurant industry can be rewarding and exciting, but that doesn't mean it's a job without challenges. Waiters and [...]

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5 stories of generous restaurant owners Unusual
05 May 2018

5 stories of generous restaurant owners

As we all know, the restoration is not an easy environment, but that does not prevent the restorers from giving back to the next. Many of [...]

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5 restaurants to fill the wine lovers! Unusual
18 May 2017

5 restaurants to fill the wine lovers!

Do you like good wine? The grape varieties have no secret for you? You are always eager for wine discoveries? We have found 5 restaurants [...]

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5 stories of generous tips Unusual
05 Nov 2016

5 stories of generous tips

When it comes time to hand over the tip at a restaurant, are you the kind or generous rather stingy? You Stay up to 15% Regulatory or the [...]

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5 underground restaurants Unusual
26 Jan 2016

5 underground restaurants

Looking for a wacky place for your next dinner out? And if you book into a cave? The idea may seem preposterous, but be aware that a variety [...]

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