The weather is heating up, the whiteout snowstorms are a thing of the past, and it's time for Quebecers and visitors alike to answer the call of the sugar shack!
What is a sugar shack? When's the best time to visit? And most importantly ... what's on the menu?
Keep reading -- we have all the details about this classic Quebec springtime tradition!
Sugar Shacks: Part of Quebec's Heritage
The sweet and salty aromas of the sugar shack are an intoxicating part of any visit -- before you even take a bite! But the most intriguing part of a sugar shack is its deep links to tradition and history.
Wooden farmhouse tables, checkered tablecloths, and a roaring fire: with an atmosphere that's as welcoming as it is rustic, it's no wonder that many Quebec families gather here year after year!
After an appetizer of pea soup and homemade cretons, the feast kicks off in earnest, with classic baked omelettes and smoked ham jostling for space with baked beans and other comfort (true foodies know not to skip the oreilles de crisse). Ancestral family recipes vary from one sugar shack to the next, making each experience different, delicious, and magical.
Get ready to dine family-style! Whether your meal is served buffet-style or on large sharing plates, the pleasure of the sugar shack comes from sharing good food with great company!
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