Île d'Orléans, Tuesday, September 28, 2021 - Established in the Quebec City region for 15 years, the Île d'Orléans Microbrewery has taken advantage of the break created by the pandemic to be reborn! In addition to welcoming its customers in a redesigned decor, the Microbrasserie, located in the heart of Sainte-Famille on the bucolic Île d'Orléans, is enjoying a breath of fresh air, with a revisited menu offering home-style cuisine. Bistro Brasserie ”, signed by the restaurant's new chef: Guillaume Gendreau.
GUILLAUME GENDREAU: BETWEEN CURIOSITY AND CREATIVITY
Appearing simple in writing, but wanting to be impressive on the plate, the cuisine of the Pub du Mitan of the Microbrasserie de l'Île d'Orléans has the mission of honoring the history and the terroir of the Île d'Orléans and surrounding area. As the menu changes with the seasons, each experience at the Microbrewery is unique and original. The new chef, Guillaume Gendreau, signs a “Bistro Brasserie” type menu, balancing accessibility and discovery.
A traveler at heart, Guillaume Gendreau has worked in the restaurant business for several years. Having signed menus from Europe to Western Canada, he has been back in Quebec for just over 5 years, his name possibly being associated with Brigantine Restaurant Bistro, popular Shaker Cuisine et Mixologie and Noctem Artisans Brasseurs.
OKTOBERFEST: AN ENHANCED MENU FOR THE OCCASION!
All October, it's Oktoberfest at the Microbrasserie de l'Île d´Orléans! For the occasion, gourmets will be invited to come and taste the enhanced menu with German-inspired dishes, as will the star beer: Märzen. On the regular menu, already offering classics such as “max & cheese”, the M.î.O poutine (with its brown reddish sauce), the famous “Royal Mitan” burger club, a perfect fusion between a hamburger and a club sandwich, crispy fish & chips, a fabulous ratatouille, not to mention the NachOrléans (ideal to share!), will be added a starter and a dish specially for the occasion. “Oktoberfest Bites,” featuring slices of “Weisswurst” inspired sausage made from microbrewery beer, accompanied by sauerkraut seasoned with apples, bacon and caraway, will provide a little foray into German culture. The 'Weisswurst' inspired sausage will also be featured in the sandwich of the same name! Served on a bread from Boulangerie Blouin, the delicious dish, garnished with sauerkraut seasoned with apples, bacon and caraway, will be accompanied by fries and a green salad. An essential gourmet stop during a trip to the Island during this fall season!
Beer lovers will be delighted to taste “Märzen”, a lager-type blonde with an orange robe, having undergone a long fermentation at low temperature. Light and refreshing, it is very rich. It reveals aromas of toast on a frame of biscuit caramel. This medium-bodied beer offers malty and slightly sweet cereal notes, well balanced, with moderate bitterness, as well as delicate floral notes. In addition to being offered at Pub le Mitan, beer will be available at several outlets across the province.
THE HISTORY OF THE ÎLE D’ORLÉANS MICROBRASSERIE
Owned since 2016 by the Haacht brewery, located in Boortmeerbeek, north-east of Brussels, the Île d'Orléans Microbrewery was founded in 2006 by two Quebec entrepreneurs. Located in the heart of Sainte-Famille, the Microbrewery is constantly evolving, offering unique products that reflect the character rich in history of the Island of Orleans. With an investment of $ 5 million in 2020, the company has had a makeover, with a redesigned décor for its Pub le Mitan, and modernized equipment. Thanks to the know-how of the artisan brewers of the Île d'Orléans Microbrasserie, the establishment painstakingly develops original brews. Today, the company offers a range of beers that will appeal to everyone, in addition to offering, over the seasons, unique products available on tap or in cans.
SOURCE: Brouillard
