Interviews

Out of gift ideas? Three inspiring personalities let us in on their favourites so you can spoil your loved ones (and maybe even yourself) over the holidays.

Friendship can provide the foundation for something wonderful. Inspired by a shared passion, six like-minded individuals came together to take over ownership of a winery. The result: superb wines that are 100% local and unforgettable stories by the barrel.

There’s a reason Sam Cyr is making waves on the Quebec comedy scene. Like his favourite drinks, this young comedian is talented, authentic and refreshing, and we can’t get enough. Dive into Sam’s wild world with a sampler of his favourite drinks and spirits.

On my way to Vignoble Cortellino in Saint-Urbain-Premier in the Montérégie region, I was expecting to be immersed in Italian tradition. Instead, I got a taste of the Quebec terroir done differently.

It's right off Highway 30 in Beauharnois, Montérégie, that you'll find Miel Nature. Owners Elena and Ali Agougou have received over 232 medals for their honey-based creations and rank among the most awarded couples in their field! Let's go meet them together.

Located in the heart of downtown Lévis is a large building where Lore & Legends co-founders Virgil Demers and Martin Vaillancourt set up shop three years ago.

Are you trying to be more mindful about what ends up in your cart, but not always sure what to choose? Here’s a look at some earth-friendly options from the Inspire Favourites lists of four people in the know.

Le Mas des Patriotes winery grew out of a lifelong dream. In the early 2000s, France Cliche restored an old abandoned barn and planted the first few acres of vines in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu—becoming one of only a handful of women winery owners.

With environmental awareness gaining ground, could regenerative viticulture be the next big thing? We spoke about it with Simon Naud, a pioneer of the movement in Quebec, and Michel Gassier, who comes from a long line of French winemakers.

The Temiscouata Distillery, located in Auclair in the Lower Saint Lawrence region, is made up of some 40 maple syrup producers who decided to innovate, stimulate the economy and take charge of their industry by producing Acerum, a maple syrup-based spirit!

Myriam Jean-Baptiste and Stevens Charles drew inspiration from a traditional Haitian drink to create the award-winning LS Cream, a distinctive cream liqueur that embodies their pride, culture and entrepreneurship.

As Black History Month unfolds, meet Dr. Joy Spence, a master blender for nearly 30 years at Appleton in Jamaica, an exceptional woman whose reputation extends far beyond the Caribbean region.