There are multiple regions across Eastern Canada, each offering a range of flavours as diverse as their history. From French flair to Atlantic seafood, you can taste the culinary pride that shines alongside the flavours of Eastern Canada.
Québec
Visit Québec to experience French-inspired cuisine with a Canadian twist. Warm up with a tourtière, a savoury pie eaten during the winter holidays, or order a side of poutine – fries loaded up the French-Canadian way with cheese curds and gravy. Maple syrup is also a huge part of Québecois life from sugar shacks and maple butter to maple candies and pastries. And if you’re in need of a refreshment, cider and ice wine are popular drinks.
New Brunswick
Acadian heritage is deeply ingrained in the Eastern Canada region of New Brunswick. Recipes are simple and traditional, yet full of flavour. Start your meal with a fresh lobster roll, followed by chicken fricot stew and rappie pie (a grated potato dish). New Brunswick also has a strong farm-to-table game so local cheeses, berries and maple syrup goodies make for the perfect picnic opportunity!
Ontario
Ontario opens its arms to the world with its balance of multiculturalism and modernity. This extends to its food scene, particularly in Toronto, a melting pot of cuisines with Little Italy, Chinatown, Caribbean curries and Greektown. The capital city of Ottawa reflects traditional ways with local produce and the famous beaver tail pastries sold at the ByWard Market. Ontario also includes Niagara’s wine country for you to indulge in ice wines and farm-to-table dining affairs.
Nova Scotia
Located on Eastern Canada’s coast, seafood fans should look no further than Nova Scotia! Lobster is the star of the show – whether it’s simply boiled and served with butter or turned into a classic lobster roll with a fresh bread bun, crunchy celery and chives. Sweet Digby scallops and comforting seafood chowder are on many menus, too. Eating all that seafood is thirsty business and luckily, there are plenty of cider houses, craft breweries and vineyards to help. Complete with spectacular coastal views, Nova Scotia is a true Eastern Canada gem.
World-class cuisine awaits you in Eastern Canada. Discover all this and more on a Globus or Cosmos tour!
