Holiday Hosting Guide

What are we eating? 

Let yourself be tempted by a delightfully inspiring selection for celebrating each moment with your loved ones in style.

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Inspiration for a 100% local Christmas!

Although local products have always held a special place in Quebecers’ hearts, the exceptional context of the past few months has only further stressed the importance of buying local and encouraging our producers.

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A very veggie Xmas

This year, we challenge you to add a vegetarian dish to your menu! Try our vegetarian tourtière–it’s as delicious and traditional as the meat version!

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A Haitian-style Christmas

Chef Paul Toussaint from the restaurant Kamúy is here to put us in the holiday spirit. He recounts stories of his Christmases in Haiti as a child, the feasts he now cooks for his family, and the recipe for his famous rum and pineapple ham—served with ti-punch, of course.

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More recipe inspiration

Looking for a dish that’ll wow your guests? Take a look at our recipes, which cover hors d’oeuvres, dessert and everything in between!

What are we drinking? 

Find the perfect pairing for tourtière, turkey, a Yule log, canapés or even fruitcake!

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Cocktails with a holiday twist

A holiday margarita? A festive cranberry punch? Why not! Time to add a touch of seasonal magic to the classics.

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Bring the sparkle

Served at a cocktail party or with dessert—or even in a mimosa—bubbly is always welcome to the party!

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A festive alternative

Want an alcohol-free celebration? Take a look at our wide selection of low-alcohol products packed with flavour.

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Three cheers for premixed cocktails!

For those who want to keep it simple, ready-to-drink beverages are deliciously convenient during the holidays.

Add a dash of magic 

The art of hosting with a pinch of panache is at your fingertips. Dip into our tips and tricks for a wealth of helpful hints.

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The art of pairings

When getting ready to sit down for a meal, choosing the right wine can really make your culinary creations shine.

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Four practical bubbly accessories

There are tools made specifically for serving delicate beverages like champagne and bubbly. Here are our top picks for useful and beautiful items sure to be handy for your holiday hosting duties.

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Aerate or decant your wine?

In articles about wine tasting, whether in printed publications or even in SAQ.com, you will come across the suggestion that you should store wine in a decanter for a certain amount of time. But what is the difference between aerating and decanting the wine?

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À voir et à boire pour l'Halloween

Un top 10 de nos films et séries d’horreur préférés, et avec chacun d’eux, un produit de circonstance. Histoire que vous passiez un moment encore plus percutant, cloué(e) à votre siège.