Delicious experiences to tantalize your taste buds!

Lac-Saint-Jean welcomes you with open arms for an unforgettable culinary adventure, where tradition meets innovation and the boreal region reveals all its secrets.

1. La Chocolaterie des Pères: a sweet treat

If Lac-Saint-Jean had to be summed up in a single sweet treat, it would be the famous fresh blueberries coated in chocolate from the ÉCONOMUSÉE® at the Chocolaterie des Pères in Dolbeau-Mistassini! Give in to the temptation of a virtual tour of the production workshop, complete with a themed tour and an informative podcast. The experience culminates with a tasting of their homemade products, where the legacy of the Trappist monks lives on in every creation.

1. Lamb Takes Center Stage at L’Orée des Champs

In Saint-Nazaire, L’Orée des champs – ÉCONOMUSÉE® de la charcutière d’agneau welcomes you to its family farm, which specializes in raising lambs. Watch lamb charcuterie being made, explore an interpretive trail, and interact with the farm animals. The experience continues in the shop, where you can sample products of unparalleled freshness. The farm also features a reception hall available for rent, perfect for hosting rustic events!

3. From Farm to Table at the Tournevent Oil Mill

The Tournevent Farm – ÉCONOMUSÉE® des huiliers, in Hébertville, produces cold-pressed organic oils of remarkable purity: canola, hemp, camelina, sunflower, pumpkin seed, and more. Take a guided tour of the farm to learn more about the art of oil production, or participate in a discovery workshop that will transform your perception of artisanal oils.

4. Mistouk blueberries: a little fruit worth discovering

A small, elongated, and delicious berry, the camerise is both little-known and exceptional. In Labrecque, discover all the facets of this little fruit at the Camerises Mistouk – ÉCONOMUSÉE® de la conserverie: camerise. You can pick the berries yourself and sample processed products such as jams, sauces, jellies, and even fine spirits.

5. The Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean Beer Trail

The Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean Beer Trail is a route that brings together the region’s many microbreweries. This trail aims to showcase the region’s brewing expertise and unique hoppy creations that evolve with the seasons and the brewers’ inspiration. Between each stop, the region’s spectacular landscapes unfold before your eyes, creating a perfect harmony between nature and culinary delights.

Lac-Saint-Jean welcomes you with open arms for an unforgettable culinary adventure, where tradition meets innovation and where the boreal terroir reveals all its secrets. So, when will you set out to discover these culinary treasures?