Outaouais fine food stores to discover

Epicureans appreciate product refinement and quality, and they’re in luck, because the Outaouais’ specialty shops are packed with gourmet finds. A decadent cheese, an exotic condiment, local preserves … there’s a guilty pleasure for everyone! A wide range of local and international specialty foods are available to enhance your tapas or delicious meals. Visit our gourmet destinations! 

Épicerie L’Huile d’Olive

If you’ve ever eaten the delicious fare at L’Huile d’Olive restaurant in Maniwaki, you won’t need much convincing to visit their delicatessen. Épicerie L’Huile d’Olive offers fresh daily takeout specials: shrimp ceviche over rice, macaroni and cheese with pulled pork, Asian bao dumplings and many more! With so many seasonal options to choose from, you’ll want to come back regularly. The shop also stocks a wide range of local and international foods, including olive oils and fine Italian products. 

Fine et Fûtés

People from Buckingham and all over the Outaouais flock to Fine et Fûtés, which is often compared to Montréal’s famous Jean-Talon Market. You’ll understand why when you see the impressive displays of fine European and local products. From bison and foie gras terrines to J Walter sausages, fig jam and Ethiopian coffee to sparkling gin and tonic, you’ll find everything you need for your fine food pantry. Fine et Fûtés works with more than 200 Quebec suppliers, including 50 from the Outaouais region. A gourmet destination definitely worth adding to your list! 

La Petite Grocerie

In the heart of the charming village of Chelsea, discover local treasures at La Petite Grocerie, which also serves as the Village Lofts reception area. Stock up on gourmet specialties, original gifts and handmade creations! Choose an organic wine or a microbrewery beer, treat yourself to a local terrine, inhale the fragrance of a delicate hand cream, and purchase jewellery made by local artisans. After your hike in Gatineau Park or before your gin tasting at the Distillerie du Square, the boutique is a great destination to include on your itinerary! 

Oiseau Bleu Marché-Café

Make a gourmet stop and discover local specialties at L’Oiseau Bleu Marché-Café, located in the Motel Chelsea. Find upscale cocktail products, fine chocolates, and many local delicacies to complement your meals. Browse artisanal products of all kinds; treat yourself to a beautiful scented candle or a soap made from natural ingredients. It’s the perfect place to find a birthday present or a little souvenir of your visit to the beautiful village of Chelsea. 

Les Fougères

In the Collines-de-l’Outaouais, award-winning restaurant Les Fougères has put our region on the map with its outstanding seasonal cuisine. As well as enjoying an exceptional meal, you can browse the aisles of the gourmet shop in search of a local favourite or a ready-to-eat meal. From duck rillettes and luscious honey to aromatic vinaigrettes and certified organic products, you’ll find everything you need to impress your guests (and treat yourself!). It’s the perfect place to pick up a healthy meal on a busy day, complete a gift basket, or stock up on specialty foods. 

La Trappe à fromage

Whether you’re in the mood for a bag of “squeaky cheese” (cheese curds), a smooth and creamy Brie or an aged cheddar, you’ll find it at La Trappe à Fromage—the Gatineau plant produces 1,750 kilos of cheese a day! In the shop, you can choose from a selection of 350 cheeses from around the world, not to mention charcuterie, microbrewery beer, foie gras, baguette bread, port jelly, Kalamata olives and more. Besides fine imported and local products, the shop offers takeout meals and a catering service. 

Le Brasse-Camarade Dépanneur spécialisé

Take a tour of Quebec’s microbreweries, all under one roof! Le Brasse-Camarade Dépanneur spécialisé in the village of Saint-André-Avellin is a real treasure trove for lovers of hoppy beers. You’ll find a wide range of craft beers, from pale ale to stout, a dark beer with chocolate notes. For more delights, browse the delicatessen section, stocked with panini, sausages, cheeses, coffees and other specialty products from Petite Nation. 

Marché de l’Outaouais

Do you want to shop without compromising on the quality, quantity and environmental footprint of the food you eat? At the Marché de l’Outaouais, whether in store or online, you can make informed choices and fill your basket with products from local growers and farmers with a short supply chain. Shop for a wide range of local, fair trade and organic products: meat from the local butcher, beer from craft microbreweries, farm-fresh fruit and vegetables, prepared meals, pastries and fresh bakery bread, and a host of other fine foods. 

Plan to make regular visits to Outaouais fine food shops for a wealth of gourmet discoveries. It’s a great way to support buying local. 

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Discover the Outaouais microbreweries where you can sample the region’s finest beers. A great day out with friends awaits!