In Papineauville, Chez Ti-Mousseoffersa welcoming experience designed for families. The all-you-can-eat meal showcases the great classics of sugar maple season, from pea soup to baked beans with bacon, to maple-glazed ham and the traditional maple taffy on snow. On weekends, horse-drawn hikes add a fun touch to this gourmet outing.
In Lochaber, St. Lap Farmoffersmaple-themed meals to eat in or take out from February 28 to April 10, 2026. This spot features home-style cooking inspired by tradition, while showcasing local produce. The vegetable stand, open year-round, rounds out the experience, allowing you to savor the flavors of the region even longer.
In Papineauville, Uncle Broue offers a sugar shack brunch every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., in collaboration with Les Rondins sugar shack. No reservation is required; guests can enjoy a hearty, comforting menu—perfect for extending the spirit of sugar season in a simple, family-friendly atmosphere.
Starting February 14, 2026, the sugar shack at Omega Park will welcome visitors along the Sugar Trail. Maple taffy takes center stage, along with other maple products to sample in a unique natural setting.
In Petite Nation, maple groves are much more than just places of production: they embody a craftsmanship, passion, and creativity that can be tasted in every bite.
In Lochaber, the Bergerie Bouwman Érablière brilliantly combines tradition and innovation. With over 8,000 taps, it produces maple syrup of exceptional quality, thanks to cutting-edge technology and meticulous management. In its farm shop, visitors can discover a variety of maple treats: butters, sugars, and homemade processed goods, as well as carefully raised meats. A stop that combines authenticity with culinary delight.
In Namur, the Jardin des Érables charms visitors with its creations that boldly reinvent the maple. Maple and sweet clover granola, maple teriyaki sauce, or delicately flavored caramel: each product is designed to enhance everyday meals with a local and refined touch. Committed to the environment, this iconic spot combines culinary pleasure with responsibility, in a spirit deeply rooted in the local terroir.
In Notre-Dame-de-la-Paix, the Boutique de François Lambert is a true paradise for lovers of local sweets. Popcorn, cotton candy, maple meringues , and the famous “Dragon Tears”—a subtle blend of maple and coffee—offer a sweet experience that is both comforting and inventive. Each creation highlights the pure flavor of maple, reimagined with finesse and expertise.
In Ripon, theÉrablière des Montagnes Noires offers a unique approach, combining artisanal expertise with historical inspiration. Founded by Pierre Caplette, it is known for its smoked maple syrup and maple spirits, including the “Prohibition” cuvée, a 30% ABV liqueur distilled in a copper whiskey still.
Traditional craftsmanship and exclusive distribution
With 10,000 taps across 300 acres, the maple grove produces a large quantity of 34-gallon barrels of syrup each spring. Its artisanal process uses a cedar smokehouse and wood-fired heating, ensuring exceptional quality. Its products are sold exclusively online, with free delivery in the Petite-Nation Valley and Gatineau.