Inspiration

With the discovery of New World wines, the locavore movement, and the emergence of technological tools giving access to a ton of local and international products, the new millennium is filled with promise!

From theatre to cinema to the small screen, Marc Messier took on numerous memorable roles in the 80s and 90s. The actor has a thirst for celebrating and an appetite for good food, both of which he indulges in while filming!

On the cusp of a new millennium, all the stars were aligned for a shift to occur in the world of gastronomy. Martin Picard played a big part in this transformation with his Au Pied de Cochon restaurant.

Michel Leblanc has been working at the SAQ Cap-aux-Meules store for 42 years. Nothing gets by the store manager — one of 15 employees with the most seniority in the Crown corporation network.

To say that the SAQ is a part of the Zarife family would be an understatement. If you were to ask Emilia Zarife, she would say that the distribution centre on Tellier Street in Montréal’s east end is her second home.

Historian and columnist Laurent Turcot tells all about 100 years of the SAQ through a web series of four videos. Watch all of them with a glass of your favourite cuvée.

A look at the trends that have marked this past year and those to come.

There’s no cutting corners at Menaud. Driven by authenticity, local craftspeople develop products that don’t skimp on quality.

Inspired by the quality of homegrown products from across the province, Cirka became the first Québec microdistillery to produce spirits from grain to glass.

Beyond the Margarita, the popularity of this Mexican gem comes in many great varieties.

Catherine Dagenais, President and CEO of the SAQ, proudly evaluates the past year and presents her strategy for the future.

Enjoy this delicious recipe cozied up by the fire. Its comforting aromas are a delight on a chill autumn evening.