5 steps to the perfect brunch
The long weekend is approaching. Yay! To celebrate, I'm making myself a 100% local brunch. Because, as we all agree, there's nothing better than a good brunch when you're off work!
Here are a few places where you can find the perfect ingredients for a colorful, tasty and local lunch! These destinations are perfect for creating an itinerary and taking a family road trip. It's like hunting for coconuts, but in an agri-food version.
1. Cold meats
Recreate the legendary egg-bacon-ham-sausage quartet at one of the region's charcuterie joints.
Au Saucisson Vaudois - Located in Sainte-Brigide-d'Iberville, Au Saucisson Vaudois offers a wide range of gluten-free charcuterie! Ham, sausage, sauerkraut and terrine, there's something for everyone.
Charcuterie Stefan Frick - This Lacolle-based family business offers over 80 types of sausages in a variety of flavors and textures. Don't forget good smoked bacon! The business also offers its products without gluten or preservatives.
La Fabrique à Saucisse - In Old Saint John, try our homemade sausages, smokehouse products and even marinades to accompany them.
Le 3 bœufs - Specializing in aged meats, their products are sure to bring a luxurious taste to your brunch!
2. Cheese
Au Gré des Champs - This farm cheese dairy in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu specializes in artisanal raw-milk cheeses. Choose from a wide variety of products!
Fritz Kaiser - Close to the U.S. border, this cheese factory boasts over 30 varieties of fine cheeses. Add a little "Douanier" or "Raclette Griffon" to your gourmet brunch.
3. Bread and pastries
How can you go wrong with freshly baked bread for toast and French toast? And while we're at it, why not indulge in some delicious pastries?
Simple et Sweet - Simple et Sweet patisserie was born of a combined passion for food and art. Treat yourself to cupcakes, cake pops and pastries in the heart of Old Saint-Jean.
Fruité Sucré - Located on rue Saint-Jacques, this little boutique offers succulent desserts, some twenty sweet treats, including doughnuts and viennoiseries. It also offers tasty lunch menus and sandwiches for your little munchies.
4. The "Beside
Les petites Bonneville grocery store - Jams, sauces, herbs and even a bottle of wine to complete your meal are available at this fine grocery store in Vieux-Saint-Jean.
Bloom Jardinerie Salon - Why not decorate your table with colorful flowers? You'll be charmed by this boutique located right next to Les petites Bonneville grocery store!
5. Coffee and chocolate
How can you celebrate Easter weekend without chocolate? Here are all the places to get chocolate and hot drinks to finish the meal in style.
Treize Chocolats - For the finest in hand-crafted sweets. The company offers several flavors of themed chocolate especially for Easter!
Foucade Chocolate - Discover their famous multi-flavoured chocolate bites. Perfect for sharing... or not! You'll also find themed chocolate pieces for Easter.
Bean et bonheur - Enjoy their beautiful range of eco-responsible coffee! You'll be welcomed and advised by the passionate owners.
Don't hesitate to take a photo of your table, identify the stores you visited and post it on social networks. Don't forget us, we want to be part of it too.
To your forks and bon appétit!
