Saguenay Fjord and its gourmet destinations

Located in a picturesque country setting near the Saguenay fjord, the Fromagerie Boivin is renowned for having one of the best cheddar cheese curds in Quebec: the famous "squick squick" cheese. Every day, you can sample a freshly prepared cheese. If you're not already familiar with Boivin cheese, you'll quickly be won over by its taste.

Take advantage of your visit to Fromagerie Boivin to bring home one or more of their deliciously popular products, such as Le petit crémeux (melted cheese spread), grated cheese or fried cheese curds, nicknamed "nuggets".

Located in a rural setting on the banks of the magnificent Saguenay Fjord, this agritourism farm offers gourmets a wide range of 100% natural products. Ready-to-eat gourmet dishes, homemade jams, smoked salmon, smoked lamb, salads or artisanal charcuterie, there's something for everyone!

The charming owners also invite you to pick your own organic fruit, such as apples, depending on the season. Tastings and farm tours are also available. In short, whether you're a gourmand or not, there's no better reason to come and take a tour of the farm Old Farmhouse!

If you like chocolate, you must visit the artisanal chocolate factory Bons Délices! Located in the heart of downtown Chicoutimi, you can enjoy your chocolate treat in the chocolate factory's picnic area, or by walking along the banks of the magnificent Saguenay River, just a few steps away.

Bons Délices always offers exquisite fine chocolates in a variety of sizes and original shapes. Chocolaterie Bons Délices is also the perfect place to enjoy a delicious gelato or soft cream. If you feel like it, ask to have it dipped in chocolate. Then you can kill two birds with one stone and enjoy a delicious dipped soft cream!

This family-run farm in Jonquière offers you delicious cheeses from its own dairy production. The cheesemakers make sure to control every step of the aging process, resulting in a variety of flavors and notes that will appeal to both the new cheese lover and the connoisseur.

Looking for even more local flavors? The boutique offers a multitude of products that go perfectly with cheeses, such as jams, honeys and meats. You should also know that the Blackburn Cheese Factory is open every day and offers a tasting activity. It whets the appetite, doesn't it?

The name of this fine regional enterprise speaks for itself: it's the perfect place for true gourmands! Ready-to-eat, lunch boxes, fine chocolates.. Pearson - Gourmet counter and fine chocolates will have you salivating with the colors and flavors of gourmet chef and chocolatier Pearson's creations.

This organic farm is located in Saint-Fulgence and offers delicious market garden produce. A must when visiting Les Jardins de Sophiethe St-Sapin restaurant! From Wednesday to Saturday, a gourmet theme evening is organized every evening. It's an opportunity to taste the tasty harvests of Sophie's beautiful and generous gardens.

Before you leave, remember to stock up on farm-fresh and processed produce by visiting the self-service farm stand.

At KAO Chocolateall our chocolates are handmade using traditional methods. They contain no preservatives or artificial coloring, making them truly gourmet goodness! A visit to this chocolate factory will give you a real taste of the local flavours, which vary according to the time of year. Don't forget to take home your box of chocolates before you leave!

For more than 20 years, this gourmet establishment has been producing spirits and agri-food products based on berries such as the famous wild blueberry, raspberry and blackcurrant. Wine, salad dressings, fruity syrups, jams or jellies, honey, artisan fruit pastes, fine Belgian chocolates, black tea... the products offered by the Domaine Le Cageot are distinguished by their high quality. They have even won numerous international medals. A gourmet detour that's a must on your itinerary!

This market garden and fruit farm offers a wide range of fresh and processed products, as well as a crêperie/waffle shop. Brussels waffles are served with excellent homemade salted caramel and garnished buckwheat pancakes. Your appetite is sure to be satisfied with a visit to Les Mômes du Fjord.

The market for Maltese Flowers is the perfect place to fill up on delicious Saguenay regional products and, as a bonus, visit the magnificent fields of flowers that color this farm.

Every Saturday throughout the summer, more than 15 artisans and producers come together to offer visitors an amalgam of tasty, colorful products. From seasonal fruits and vegetables to homemade pizzas, this market is the perfect activity for nature-lovers!

If you're looking for a place to eat, the rue Racine is the place to be. This historic street is dotted with pretty boutiques, small shops and restaurants offering a variety of international flavors. In fact, this wide range of restaurants is sure to satisfy all gourmets, who will be won over by the excellence of the restaurateurs and the regional or international flavors that fill the plate.

There's no shortage of microbreweries in the Saguenay! If you like good beer brewed with local ingredients and fine cuisine, visit the organic microbrewery Chasse-Pintea former fishing camp transformed into a bistro. With its view of the splendid Saguenay fjord, it's a friendly place that's perfect for gourmet appetites!

In Jonquière, the hopEra microbrewery is also a must-visit. HopEra stands out for its bread oven, handmade dough, delectable traditional Italian pizzas and beers brewed on site. Through its culinary creations, the restaurant also promotes local products.

Finally, the Voie Maltée is a gourmet discovery not to be missed in Saguenay! This microbrewery is one of the pioneers in its field. Since 2002, it has distinguished itself by its warm ambience, its wide variety of tasty beers and its comforting dishes inspired by the aromas of beer. For a festive evening, the "VM" is the destination of choice!