When thinking of lobster rolls on Ile d’Orleans, one place has always come to mind, but now that has all changed. Now I only have eyes for Casse-Croûte Chez Mag….
the best vegetarian & vegan restaurants in quebec city
There was a time when finding vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Quebec City was quite a challenge, but thankfully, we’re getting better. While there are not many restaurants dedicated solely…
11 delicious reasons to go to rimouski in winter
Over the last 12 months, Rimouski and Le Bic have become my escape destination of choice in Quebec. Located about 3.5 hours from Quebec City, in the region of Bas-Saint-Laurent,…
the indian-quebec fusion confusion at kundah hôtel
In Saint-Roch, perched on a busy street (rue de la Couronne), Kundah Hôtel looks promising at first. Indian cuisine, in my opinion, is always a good idea. Kundah Hôtel is…
is ambre bistro bar worth the trip to cap-rouge?
I recently trekked out to Cap-Rouge to try Ambre Bistro Bar. As someone who lives on the edges of Old Quebec, venturing out to Cap-Rouge is something I *might* do…
local flavours are popping at bistro l’orygine!
Last night, I was reminded why I need to dine at Bistro L’Orygine more often. I mean, I live across the street – my apartment overlooks the side of the…
french + mediterranean cuisine at bistro st-malo
I remember the first time I walked passed Bistro St-Malo. It was not long after moving to Québec City, and early enough in the morning that there were freshly baked…
a love for all things women-owned in quebec city
In Quebec City women-owned restaurants, cafés, épiceries and boutiques – many of which support women artisans and producers – can be found in almost every neighbourhood. As a woman, I…
line up for québécois cuisine at la bûche
I have lost count of the number of times I’ve walked passed a line of people waiting for a table inside La Bûche in Old Quebec. A short walk from…
have you dined at louise taverne?
Louise Taverne is connected to Hôtel Port Royal in Old Port (Vieux-Port), which is one of the reasons why I waited so long to dine there. It is slightly ridiculous,…
le fin gourmet in saint-sô is a must!
Tucked deep in the residential heart of the Saint-Sô (Saint-Sauveur) neighbourhood, Le Fin Gourmet is one of the best restaurants in Quebec City. You won’t find it along rue Saint-Vallier…
brunch at torii izakaya? yes, please!
I went to Torii Izakaya in Saint-Roch for Sunday brunch a couple of weeks ago. Did you know they do brunch now? If you’re not familiar with Torii Izakaya, allow…
sustainable eats at restaurant alentours
A new restaurant has opened in a quiet corner of Saint-Sô, Restaurant Alentours. Have you tried it?