The Laurentians’ Chemin du Terroir is a marked route that showcases the region’s rich gastronomy over 226 kilometres. The route is packed with local producers, vineyards, orchards, microbreweries, and agritourism businesses where you can enjoy fresh, artisanal products. It’s an invitation to explore the authentic flavours of the region, an awakening for the senses deep within the picturesque Laurentian countryside—perfect for foodies and for locals to discover something new!
A Toast to Local Producers!
Wine lovers, we have what your palate wants! From September 1st through to the end of October, visit Vignoble et Microbrasserie Les Vents d’Ange in Saint-Joseph-du-Lac for wines with a rich nose and taste. Choose a guided tasting tour to learn more about wine-making, or get a takeaway package that you can sample while viewing the estate. Also in Saint-Joseph-du-Lac, sparkling wine specialist La Bullerie vineyard is known for its bubbles and aromas. White, rosé, or red sparkling wines, in myriad types and varieties, to sample and enjoy! You can also get fresh pizza baked in a wood-fired oven until October 13. Meanwhile, Saint-Eustache’s Vignoble Rivière Du Chêne has a wide variety of wines that you can sample at tasting activities or drink with a meal at the bistro. Discover the menu and its apéro board, arancini, shrimp gazpacho, fish ceviche, burrata, tuna tataki, risotto and scallops, beef carpaccio, and tartares! This fall, experience what it’s like to be a winegrower by taking part in the Journées des vendanges (Harvest Days), from mid-September to mid-October. There’s no time to waste, as space is limited!
It’s U-Pick Season!
This fall, gather the family and head out to discover the region’s agritourism businesses, just in time for u-pick season! La Magie de la Pomme in Saint-Eustache welcomes you for a family day packed with activities. U-pick, tractor rides, petting zoo, sunflower fields, entertainment, and lots more! You can even harvest zucchini and pumpkins straight from the field. In Saint-Joseph-du-Lac, Verger Richard Legault invites your whole family to come and pick apples in its warm and friendly setting before rounding out the day with a tractor ride through the orchard. Don’t leave anyone at home; on-leash dogs are welcome, too! In Oka, Labonté de la Pomme orchard & apiary invites you to come and pick several varieties of fruits and vegetables, including apples, pears, prunes, squash, and pumpkins. Feeling peckish? Head to the Apple Shack for a hearty meal made with locally sourced products!
Discover a new side to the apple with ciders from Cidrerie Lacroix in Saint-Joseph-du-Lac, the perfect complement to meals at its gourmet restaurant. It’s a great place for an outing with friends or an intimate evening for two in a warm and friendly setting. Don’t forget a bag to fill it with fresh apples! Also in Saint-Joseph-du-Lac, Domaine Lafrance is excited to welcome you for u-pick. The facilities, petting zoo, play and picnic areas are open every day. There’s also a wide range of takeaway lunches served daily at Bistro Lafrance. Before leaving, make your selection from the tasty ciders and spirits directly available from the cider house itself.
Activities for the Whole Family
To explore the world of bees with family members young and old, plan a visit to Intermiel in Mirabel for a guided tour with avid beekeepers. You can also enjoy a picnic under the trees, visit the petting zoo, and take pictures in the giant sunflower field. Meanwhile, Parc national d’Oka is an ideal location to experience the magic of nature during a family hike. Hiking, cycling, beach, accommodation, discovery activities, and so much more: it’s the perfect recipe for some unforgettable family time! Then, hop on the nearby Traverse Oka-Hudson for a memorable outing on Deux Montagnes Lake, or head to Saint-Eustache’s Jardins Michel Corbeil, where the magical setting and green spaces are perfect for resting and unwinding with a nice picnic. Make sure to check out the monarch sanctuary, created to protect and preserve monarch butterflies. Lastly, Mirabel’s Parc régional éducatif Bois de Belle-Rivière will charm and enchant you with over 20 km of forest trails that the whole family can access. And don’t forget Mirabel fête l’érable du Québec, a culinary event held in the park on September 21 and 22, 2024. Discover the exceptional products of several vendors!
Discovering Local Delicacies With Friends
Looking for novelty when it comes to alcohol-based products during your next outing? Whatever your tastes, plan a trip to Microbrasserie Route 8 in Saint-Eustache for classic and original beers with distinctly local flavours. Brewed this year, discover the limited-edition Gose à la rhubarbe, a fruity wheat beer. Liven up get-togethers with friends at Brasserie Dieu du Ciel! Pub & Boutique Saint-Jérôme, which serves up a wide range of craft beers in a fun, friendly setting along with a great bistro menu full of local ingredients. The beers can also be purchased to take home! Book a guided tour of Mirabel’s Distillerie Côte des Saints, followed by a tasting session, in order to learn the basics of gin, liqueur, and whisky production. You can buy their rich, tasty products right on site if you wish. Nearby, Boucannerie Belle-Rivière in Mirabel has a wide variety of smoked meats, fresh and smoked sausages, pâtés, and other homemade products to elevate your next dinner party.
Cheese and Chocolate
The cheese shops along the Chemin du Terroir are packed with a variety of rich, authentic cheeses, while the chocolate shops have an irresistible selection of sweet treats! Discover FAYS, Terroir chocolaté, an artisanal chocolate shop located in Oka. Pick and choose from Sélection de la chocolatière boxes of 6, 12, or 24 chocolates, fine pastries, gourmet chocolate bars, and much more! Bring a friend and snack on the tasting board for two, where creativity and chocolate come together. Then, stop by Fromagerie Mirabel to stock up on the best cheese curds, prepared fresh daily, and delicious aged cheddars—the house specialties. The vast selection of locally sourced products complement your cheeses perfectly. Treat your loved ones and guests to cheeses from Les Fromagiers de la Table Ronde. This multi-generational family farm in Sainte-Sophie has fresh soft, semi-firm, firm and blue-veined artisan cheeses to tempt even the best expert!
Tasty Inspiration for Your Fall Recipes
Get your fresh food directly from the farmer at Ferme Dausyl in Mirabel. Its meat, milk, cheese, and yogurt will add a local touch to your fall cooking. Making your favourite dessert? Get your wheat and buckwheat flour from Saint-Eustache’s Moulin Légaré, the oldest water-powered flour mill in North America, still in operation today! Guided tours are also available. If you love fresh vegetables, stop by Leciel in Mirabel to stock up. Innovative growing practices produce the freshest, crunchiest greenhouse radishes in three colours, as well as pink tomatoes that will take your salads, sandwiches, and snacks to the next level. Make a detour to Oka and visit the Magasin de L’Abbaye d’Oka in order to stock up on local products to satisfy the foodie in you. If you get hungry while shopping, stop at Sacré-Bistro for an exceptional culinary experience. Eating local is always a winning choice!
Stock up on Local Flavours
Shop along the Chemin du Terroir and fill your basket with tasty delights. Aux Saveurs du Printemps in Mirabel is renowned for its maple products. The Aux saveurs d’automne (Fall Flavours) special collection showcases sweet beetroot, jams, sweet pickles, and maple ketchup. Cabane à sucre Constantin in Saint-Eustache has excellent takeout meals! Take advantage of the Promo retour à l’école (Back-to-School Special): each week in September features a different menu with a different special to cater to the whole family. With apple season in full swing, Tarterie du Verger des Musiques inc. in Saint-Joseph-du-Lac has a whole host of sugar and fruit pies, buckwheat pancakes, fruit cakes, and much more. Its specialty: delicious apple bread. Finally, find the perfect match for your gourmet products with a delicious tea from Lachute-based company Les thés d’Argenteuil. Take your discoveries a step further by booking a tea break or tasting workshop!
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