L’Île d’Orléans 🍇 — A Taste of Québec’s Countryside at Cassis Monna & Filles
🍷 Activity: Wine & local product tasting
📍 Location: L’Île d’Orléans, near Québec City
📅 Best time: Spring to fall (but worth a visit year-round!)
A Gourmet Stop with a View Over the St. Lawrence River
Just a short drive from Québec City, L’Île d’Orléans is a must-visit for anyone who loves local flavors and authentic countryside charm. Among its many treasures, Cassis Monna & Filles stands out — a family-run vineyard and distillery that transforms black currants into refined and delicious creations. From their famous cassis liqueur to jams, wines, and even ice cream, everything here celebrates the rich taste of Québec’s land.
Take your time to taste their products, enjoy a drink on the terrace, and soak in the stunning view over the St. Lawrence River. It’s the perfect stop to pair nature, gastronomy, and authenticity.
Every time I visit, I can’t resist bringing a few bottles home — it’s simply that good!
A unique culinary experience that truly captures the spirit of Québec’s agricultural scene.