Are you a gourmet in search of new and delicious experiences? You'll fall in love with Goûtez Lanaudière's five gourmet tours. Immerse yourself in the authenticity of Lanaudière's products and whet your appetite with each discovery.
The Piedmont Discovery Tour promises a captivating exploration of the region's natural delights and gastronomic treasures, where adventure and taste meet to create unforgettable memories.
FERME GUY RIVEST - RAWDON
Experience an unforgettable family day at the Guy Rivest farm! We start by picking juicy strawberries, cherries and pumpkins, then settle down for a picnic in the countryside. In the shop you'll find an abundance of fresh fruit such as strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and sweet corn, as well as a selection of products including fine strawberry and raspberry wines and spirits, pies, jams, marinades and syrups. Children can have fun on the playground or observe the animals in the mini poultry house. With your family or friends, explore the gigantic corn maze of over 6 hectares, which promises to make you lose your bearings! Each year, the maze changes to offer exciting new challenges and themes. Stay tuned for special activities such as night parties, Perseid sightings, and Halloween festivities!
BISON COUNTRY - RAWDON
La Terre des Bison is an iconic site that offers visitors a complete immersion into the fascinating world of bison and elk ranching. Set in a picturesque landscape, the farm offers a unique experience where interpretation, meat and other products are directly accessible to consumers. Visitors are invited to discover the farm's brand new Big Game Interpretation Centre, an innovative initiative in Quebec. Featuring an exhibition room and art gallery, the center offers a captivating immersion into the world of big game. During your visit, explore the farm and walk the interpretive trail for an immersive experience. Don't forget to stop by the kiosk for exclusive products and souvenirs. La Terre des bisons has an on-site butcher shop where you can stock up on their 100% natural products, including grilled meats, sausages, pâtés, tourtières and more. Don't forget to try their famous MC Tartin, a house specialty that is sure to delight your taste buds.
LES JARDINS ARÔMES ET SAVEURS - SAINTE-MÉLANIE
Discover Les Jardins Arômes et Saveurs in Sainte-Mélanie, where lavender and Provencal herbs are grown naturally. Enjoy their hand-picked products, from Provencal herbs to a variety of spice blends, as well as edible lavender and delicious lavender wax and honey products from their own harvests. Their lavender lemonade is DELIGHTFUL! Be tempted by their range of bath and home products, all made with their own organic essential oils. It's also the perfect place for a picnic or a stroll through the flower-filled fields - you'll be enchanted!
MIEL DE CHEZ-NOUS - SAINTE-MÉLANIE
If you want to discover the fascinating world of bees, this is the place to be! With its bee farm, which offers a recreational and educational program for all the curious, discover the essence of the life of bees through a visit to the country boutique, the bee interpretation center set up in a century-old house, the observation hive and the naturalized bear. Don't miss the free tasting of their honey delicacies. You can also take a free guided tour for a total immersion in the world of beekeeping. For an even more enriching experience, book a paid animation where you can open a beehive! Also discover their range of products, including a variety of honeys, honey caramels, chocolates, vinaigrettes, ketchup and jams, all deliciously made from the tireless work of bees.
BRASSERIE ALBION - SAINTE-MÉLANIE
At Brasserie Albion, the art of beer meets conviviality in an exceptional setting. Its tasting room offers a breathtaking view of the brewery in action and allows you to taste its creations in an authentic atmosphere. Take a seat on the patio to sample their wood-fired pizzas accompanied by their unique craft beers. And to extend your enjoyment at home, take your favorite beers home with you! At Brasserie Albion, every experience is a perfect blend of flavor, atmosphere and passion for beer.
AU JARDIN DES NOIX - SAINTE-AMBROISE-DE-KILDARE
Immerse yourself in the world of Quebec walnuts and hazelnuts, where the fruits of more than 4,000 walnut and hazelnut trees planted in 2007 in a 35-hectare nut orchard take center stage. The café-boutique offers a wide selection of walnuts: black, butternut, hybrid, heart and oval hickory, each with a unique flavor to discover. In addition to walnuts, a variety of other products from local artisans are on display, allowing you to explore an impressive array of flavors from ancestral and emerging cultures. In late summer, you can even pick your own. It's a truly unique experience in the region, where you'll be able to understand the full complexity of this universe.
Businesses near the Piedmont Discovery Tour also include:
U-Pick: Bleuetière G. Beaulieu
Boutiques selling local products: Simon Turcotte, confectioner
Restaurants: Auberge Le Cheval Bleu, Restaurant Le Privilège
Country dining: Huit 100 Vingt
By exploring this itinerary, visitors will have the opportunity to taste quality local products, meet passionate artisans and immerse themselves in the gastronomic culture of the region. The Piedmont Discovery Tour offers an incomparable culinary experience, highlighting the gastronomic richness of the Lanaudière region.
