Inspiration
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Discover the hidden gem that is Vignoble Saint-Thomas, a place that exemplifies the richness of Quebec’s terroir, and the noble and fertile land that benefits from Éric’s experience and unbridled passion for wine.
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Art and wine share many traits, including that of igniting the passion Quebecers have long been cultivating for these two fields. Combining them in unique and daring cuvées is therefore a project that reflects your curiosity. Give them a go and bring a little bottled in Québec to the table.
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Beyond green cocktails, overflowing pubs and processions of bagpipers, Ireland’s national holiday is also a great time to get together with friends. On the menu: comforting food and drinks.
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Do you know piquette? In French, the term has often been used to mean plonk or poor quality wine, but it’s actually a slightly tart, low-alcohol drink that’s been gaining popularity in the past few years. We look at the phenomenon in the latest edition of Fresh!
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For several years now, local artisans have been innovating to create one-of-a-kind spirits. Jean-Philippe Bouchard from Distillerie du Fjord and Marchel Maihot from Distillerie Grand Dérangement tell us how they succeeded in capturing the soul of Quebec’s terroir in their products.
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Whether you are a Sullivan, O’Reilly or a Burke, green blood is probably running through your veins! To mark St. Patrick's Day and celebrate your Irish descent or that of your friends, there’s nothing better than these three cocktails signed Jameson.
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What do you drink with a hearty bowl of pea soup or some mouth-watering maple ham? We asked Marie-Hélène, a sommelier with both a sweet tooth and a refined palate, to enjoy some good eats at a BYOW sugar shack so she could suggest the best pairings. Here’s what she discovered.
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Rafael Cañizares and his family are committed to promoting traditional Spanish grape varieties based on ancestral know-how and recent research in oenology. Discover their history and their wines around a tapas evening signed Bodegas Volver.
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Have you heard of Acerum? In this edition of Fresh, we’re looking at this newcomer on the fine spirits scene—an eau-de-vie made from the fermentation and distillation of maple sap.
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Filles du Nord is a collective of women who are passionate about the great outdoors, not to mention some of the most intrepid adventurers we know. Whatever the season, they criss-cross their beloved Quebec in search of natural beauty and local treasures. We spoke to the two co-founders, experts in the art of combining chilly weather and chilled drinks!
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If you haven’t already, now’s the time to plan your trip to the sugar shack. Here are 10 great spots located throughout the province that offer traditional, vegetarian or elevated fare. Some are also BYOB!
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We often talk about the non-alcoholic trend, and of course its classic counterpart. But beyond these opposites, a world of possibilities awaits cocktail lovers. By playing with the proportions of the products, you can create tailor-made combinations to satisfy all preferences.