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5 gourmet getaways to do near Montreal

5 escapades gourmandes à faire près de Montréal

Looking for delicious getaways where every moment promises a feast for the senses? Whether you're a connoisseur of fine cuisine, an explorer of local flavors, or simply a foodie in search of new culinary experiences, five companies have designed gourmet getaways brimming with treasures to discover.

From delectable goose pizza to discovering the treasures of wild harvests, embark on a gourmet journey through the most exquisite corners of Quebec. Prepare to tickle your taste buds and discover must-see places that will delight your palate with every taste!

1. Gourmet getaway in Montérégie

This year, Origine is offering you a Signature Tour with a thousand and one flavors! This guided tour in Montérégie will take you to three charming farms through a series of farm visits and a complete three-course meal!

On the menu: A refreshing starter of seasonal raw vegetables at the Le Chou et la Fleur market garden. Delicious goose pizza at the magnificent Au Gîte des Oies and a delicious Breton crepe and sea buckthorn herbal tea at Les Argousiers Ste-Christine .

It's worth the trip to Roxton Falls!

Starting point: Le Chou et La Fleur, 2208 Rang 9, Roxton Falls, QC J0H 1E0
When: Every first Sunday of the month from July to October
Rates: $85 per adult and $50 per child
To learn more about the Gourmet Escapade in Montérégie organized by Origine (ourselves!), explore our Signature Tour .

2. Gourmet Road Trip Signed by Chef Oli

In collaboration with Chef Oli's team, Terre Bowker invites you to experience the perfect foodie experience: The Gourmet Road Trip by Chef Oli!

How does it work? They offer you a gourmet discovery of the Estrie region through three stops: Brasserie La Ferme for a drink, Pâtisserie Gâteaux Duvoquic for dessert, and finally, La Terre Bowker for the main course.

Picnic tables and spectacular views of the green expanses!

Address: 87 Rue du Pont, Warden, QC J0E 2M0
When: Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from June to the end of September
Prices: Lunch box only from $30, regular lunch box from $40 and extra lunch box from $55
To learn more about Chef Oli's Gourmet Road Trip, visit their website .

3. Gourmet Walking Tours

Les Circuits de Balade Gourmande offers six self-guided tours through several municipalities in Victoriaville and the surrounding area! Along these delicious routes, you're invited to meet passionate food producers and processors to sample their delicious, high-quality products.

One of the circuits: The Blue Circuit

Explore the beautiful, colorful roads and indulge in a variety of delicious products between Warwick and Tingwick. Orchards, duck, butchers, microbreweries, field crops, maple products, vineyards, bakeries, and cheese shops!

Want to create your own tour? That's possible too!

Address: Multiple addresses and departures
When: Several dates available on the site
Prices: Pay directly to the producers
To learn more about Balade Gourmande’s tours, visit their website .

4. Wild harvesting and organic market gardening, a beautiful duo!

When small-scale organic farming meets wild harvesting, the result is a stunning blend of flavors in harmony with the natural world around us. Head to Jardins du Pieds à Terre for a guided tour and a festive aperitif.

On the agenda: picking cultivated vegetables and edible wild plants, lively discussions on local food, tasting of farm cider and a starter prepared over a wood fire with your harvests. An enlightening and refreshing experience!

Address: 314 Chem. Lamartine O, Lamartine, QC G0R 1X0
Only one date: June 30, 2024
Prices: From $55
To learn more about this activity offered by Les Escapades, visit their website .

5. The Agro-Bingo of the Gourmet Stopover Network

This experience will allow you to discover new gastronomic adventures throughout Granby and its region while having the chance to win one of the magnificent gift baskets filled with products from Haltes Gourmandes Haute-Yamaska!

Browse the different Gourmet Stops and get your card stamped!

Address: Multiple addresses depending on the route
When: June 30, 2024
Rates: Summer 2024
To learn more about the Agro-Bingo of the Réseau des Haltes gourmandes en Haute-Yamaska, visit their website .

From authentic flavors to innovative experiences, these destinations offer a true feast for the senses, inviting food lovers to explore the unsuspected delights hidden around every corner of their gourmet region. So, enjoy!

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