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An end-to-winter wind heralds the return of a favourite tradition among local foodies - sugaring off time! The sugar shack, hearty feasts, and of course, treats to satisfy any sweet tooth!

Let's take the opportunity to get together, share the delights that come with the early spring thaw, and maybe even discover something new. 

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  • Pas Sages: The art of bottled in Quebec
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    Pas Sages: The art of bottled in Quebec

    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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  • A sommelier at the sugar shack
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    A sommelier at the sugar shack

    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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First signs of spring

Every new season brings new food, activities and more. Lucky us. 

  • Sugar shack meal
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    Sugaring off time!

    Sugar shacks all across this great province of ours serve up generous meals where maple is front and centre. Some are traditional, while others are more sophisticated—there are even vegetarian ones, too! Here are 10 great spots to check out to make the most of this spring tradition, whatever your taste.

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  • Podcast
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    Episode 16 | Local microdistillers

    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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  • Job: Whisky maker
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    Job: Whisky maker

    At Cirka Distilleries, located in the Côte-Saint-Paul district of Montreal, Isabelle Rochette works the stills to bottle the enchanting flavour of Quebec barley, rye and corn. We had the opportunity to talk to her about her great passion for whisky.

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  • Cocktail with maple sugar in a glass
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    Maple sugar cocktails!

    Maple sugar season has arrived! Whether to accompany a traditional cabane à sucre or simply for the sake of trying something new, here are three cocktail recipes featuring our province’s favourite springtime treat.

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  • Rosé wines can be enjoyed year-round.
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    Year-round rosés

    Rosé has earned itself a category all its own and can be enjoyed any day and any season. Here’s a short guide to better understanding and pairing this pretty-in-pink drink, no matter the weather.

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  1. The best wine and BBQ pairings.
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    Tricks for perfect wine and BBQ pairings

    Summer is the perfect time to bring together wines and grilled meats, papillotes and kebabs, cooked right on your own BBQ. Here are several suggestions for combining meat and wine.

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  2. The best wine and sushi pairing.
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    What wine goes with sushi?

    A sushi meal sounds so tempting. The trick is to match it with the right kind of wine.

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  3. Wine and soup pairings
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    Pairings for soup!

    Traditionally, we steer wine lovers away from certain pairings, like soup for instance. Except that in reality, the craving for a glass of wine trumps the strict rules of specialists . . .

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  4. How can you chill whisky without diluting it?
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    Whisky: with or without ice?

    Should we be putting ice in our whisky? Or is this practically treason? Here’s some advice for getting the best flavour experience from your tipple.

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  5. Fast food at home - burger
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    Fast food at home

    Admit it: hamburgers, hot-dogs and grilled cheese sandwiches are some of your favourite guilty pleasures! Now imagine making these delish dishes at home, using quality ingredients, and washing them down with a nice glass of wine or beer? Are you hungry yet?

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  6. Wine and game pairings
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    Game and wine pairings

    Are you a hunter? What wines should you target?

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  7. Mushrooms soup
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    The world of mushrooms...

    Cold weather? Time to go out on the hunt for mushrooms and their many possible wine pairings.

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  8. Spanish reds
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    Two emblematic cepages

    Spanish reds have personality, in particular thanks to well-developed grape varieties

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  9. sausages-wine pairing
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    Sausages and wine

    Pairing ideas abound when it comes to sausage. Here’s a way to help you find the right taste-tag match.

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  10. Glasses of sherry.
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    All about sherry!

    To better understand the wonderful, mysterious world of sherry, here is an introduction to how it is made as well as two suggestions for tasting and pairing.

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  11. Grilled cheese on the BBQ
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    Grilled cheese on the BBQ

    Now this is a must-try summer activity! What could be more delicious and more fun than a make-your-own grilled cheese dinner in your backyard?! And don’t forget the wine!

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  12. Winery in south africa
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    The south African wines

    Connaissez-vous les vins d’Afrique du Sud? Dans ce pays magnifique, l’histoire viticole remonte à près de 400 ans. Des vins jeunes et qui sont sur nos tables depuis peu de temps.

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