Tomiko and I visited the Marché Jean-Talon in Montreal on a Friday morning, stocking up on snacks for our road trip through Quebec. It was great to see other tourists enjoying the market, as well as residents doing their own grocery shopping. The Marché Jean-Talon is more than just a farmers’ market: the sprawling market takes up a […]
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Montreal Eats: Dinner at Toqué!
When Tomiko and I were planning our food tour of Quebec, we knew we were stopping by Montreal. We had just been in June, when we visited for the Formula One race and dined at Rumi and Au Pied de Cochon. This was going to just be a quick stop on our way further into […]
The Year In Books: August with Made in Quebec by Julian Armstrong
Made In Quebec: A Culinary Journey by Julian Armstrong is about the rich food, recipes, and agriculture of la belle province. Unlike some regions of Canada, Quebec has a strong culinary history, with quintessential Quebecois dishes like poutine, tourtiere, and tarte au sucre. Tomiko and I went on a little food tour of Quebec, and used Armstrong’s […]
Prince Edward County Eats: The Hubb Eatery and Lounge
The first stop on Kiku Corner’s Quebec Culinary Adventure was The Hubb Eatery and Lounge in Prince Edward County. While not in Quebec, it was the lunch stop on our 6 hour drive to Montreal. Serving lunch and dinner six days a week, The Hubb Eatery and Lounge is the restaurant attached to Angeline’s Inn. […]
The Barn Quilt Trail in Prince Edward County
During the six hour journey between Toronto and Montreal, Meinhilde and I made a detour through Prince Edward County. This wine region in Southeastern Ontario has recently exploded as a foodie destination, so we were excited to explore it for ourselves. Apart from the other treats of the area (stay tuned, we will show those to you shortly), […]