Because of their proximity to nature, outfitters have privileged access to nature's products: game, fish, wild mushrooms and a host of unbeatable fresh local produce. As a result, their chefs have free rein to practice a refined culinary art that will appeal to the most discerning palates and nature lovers alike.
Whether you want to enjoy your catch by the lake or unwind with a gourmet meal, there's something for everyone at Quebec's outfitters. Here are some of the most mouth-watering addresses.
L’Auberge du Lac-à-l’Eau-Claire, Mauricie
Lake trout has pride of place at the Auberge du Lac-à-l'Eau-ClaireThis link will open in a new window. In fact, it's what makes it so famous! Enjoy it prepared in a dozen different ways by our chef, including koulibiac, their specialty. Gourmet packages are available for an extraordinary stay for your taste buds.
Pourvoirie Némiskau, Mauricie
Pourvoirie NémiskauThis link will open in a new window's chef works with fresh, quality products, including herbs, mushrooms picked on site and the speckled trout you've caught during the day. Tasting the unique flavours of the land where you're staying is an experience in itself. Even more so when you consider that the establishment has been awarded the 5-star Aubergistes de la forêt distinction!
La Seigneurie du Triton, Mauricie
La Seigneurie du TritonThis link will open in a new window is renowned for its shore lunch cooked over an open fire on the shores of Lac Charité. The chef's grilled meats and your fishing guide's advice are the best possible combo! Finish the day with a meal from our gourmet menu, worthy of the finest restaurants, or a hot-smoked catch from our on-site smokehouse.
La Corneille, Côte-Nord
If you're visiting the Côte-Nord region, La CorneilleThis link will open in a new window outfitters cook with the local seafood that is their pride and joy. Fresh lobster and crab from Baie-Johan-Beetz. Scallops from Havre-Saint-Pierre. Locally-picked mussels, clams and sea urchins. And what about chicoutai, the tart little fruit that abounds in the surrounding peat bogs? Here you can savour all the treasures of local gastronomy, in all their freshness.
Réserve Beauchêne, Abitibi-Témiscamingue
Beauchêne Wilderness LodgeThis link will open in a new window is a 5-star destination, a prestige that is also reflected in its gastronomy. The local menu varies according to the fresh produce arriving daily. The chef can even prepare your catch of the day - it doesn't get any fresher than that! Finish your hearty meal with their famous maple syrup tart and a delicious wine recommended by the friendly, professional staff.
Pourvoirie du Lac Moreau, Capitale-Nationale
At Pourvoirie du Lac MoreauThis link will open in a new window, the cuisine is inspired by its unique environment and varies with the seasons. The outfitter's manager, Noël Tremblay, welcomes you with his gastronomic creations concocted with the game and fish for which he is renowned. It's hard to choose from among the 200 privately imported wines in their cellar!
Wilderness Lodges, a guarantee of quality
Now that we've made your mouth water with all these gastronomic experiences, how do you go about choosing the perfect innkeeper for you? We suggest you start by consulting our Wilderness LodgesThis link will open in a new window.
They offer a distinctive concept of accommodation, dining, activities and services, and have been awarded a specific 5-star rating. This rating has been established according to rigorous quality and comfort criteria. All these establishments offer an American-style dining service.
Aubergistes de la forêt are subject to the same international standards as B&Bs, hotels and tourist residences. A seal of quality guaranteed by the Fédération des pourvoiries du Québec, the Ministère des Ressources naturelles et de la Faune and Tourisme Québécois.