Nathalie Rivard

The gourmets of the Lac- Brome region are particularly spoiled this summer with a plethora of options for country tables and picnics. Whether you enjoy fine gastronomy or local products, you will find something to satisfy your taste buds. Here is an overview of what the summer season has in store.

La Grande Tablée : A Unique Gastronomic Experience

Tourism Lac-Brome is relaunching its “La Grande Tablée” initiative, a five-course gastronomic experience directly at the producer’s site. This culinary adventure highlights the know-how of local artisans, combining flavours of the terroir, bucolic landscapes, and exceptional products. Each five-course menu is designed around the signature products of the host producers, offering an immersion into the gastronomic richness of the region. 

• July 6: Chef Marc De Bellefeuille at Canards du Lac Brome
• July 20: Chef Roland Michon at Léon Courville Vigneron
• August 3: Chef Jacques Lapointe at Vitalité Sureau
For more details and to book, visit Tourism Lac-Brome.

Country Picnics: A Gourmet Escape

All summer long, indulge in country picnics carefully prepared by the merchants of Lac-Brome. Fill your gourmet baskets with the best products of our terroir. They are perfect for tasting in the great outdoors. Pick up your baskets from participating merchants such as Domaine Jolivent, Léon Courville Vigneron, Canards du Lac-Brome, L’Épicerie d’Émilie, and the Pantry of Knowlton. Then, savor them at Douglass Beach or at Tiffany, Coldbrook, and Call’s Mills parks. To learn more about this concept, visit Tourism Lac-Brome.

Les Cocagnes in Frelighsburg: Gastronomy at Its Best

In Frelighsburg, Les Cocagnes welcomes you for 16 gourmet weekends from June 15 to September 29, 2024. With 18 menus prepared by 21 guest chefs, each weekend promises a new enchanting culinary adventure. The five-course meals are made from the farm’s organic vegetables and other regional products, thus giving pride of place to local products. Each guest chef brings their personal and creative touch, ensuring unique menus. In addition to succulent dishes, you can opt for a local food and wine pairing to enhance your meal. For an intimate experience under the pergola, with a view of the flowering fields and pond, reserve your places at Les Cocagnes.

Parcelles in Austin: Simple Gourmet Pleasure

In Austin, Parcelles offers a fixed menu that changes weekly every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from noon to sunset. Comprising a plate of crudités, two vegetable dishes, and a choice between two wood- fired pizzas, this menu for two is a real bargain at $50 per person. The experience at Parcelles is marked by its simplicity and authenticity, offering a moment of relaxation in nature. Book the day before to experience outdoor dining, rain or shine. Parcelles has a liquor license and offers a natural wine list, perfect for accompanying your meal. For more information and to book, visit Parcelles Austin.

This summer, let yourself be seduced by the richness and diversity of the country tables in our beautiful region. Bon appétit and happy reservations!