Jean Imbert, the celebrity chef of the stars, on the culinary road of Quebec

The celebrity chef of the stars is on the move! After the opening of his Parisian restaurant « Mamie », the chef who concocts the menus of Lily-Rose Depp, Kristen Stewart, Jennifer Lawrence, Pharrell Williams, Beyoncé and Jay-Z, as well as Robert de Niro, is headed for the immensities of Quebec to encounter producers, breeders, wine makers and other well-known chefs.

Jean Imbert, the celebrity chef in Quebec

He could have, but did not want to just be a curious tourist. Instead, he prefered taking advantage of this journey to discover the know-how of local artisans. In Montreal, Charlevoix, Montérégie and in the Eastern Townships, he visited a cooperative, breweries, farms, mills, a market, cider-makers, cheese dairies and vineyards. A stay rich in emotions, in sensations and in tastings.

In the region of Charlevoix, the train passes along the quiet waters of the Saint-Laurent River. © Steve Deschênes

In the middle of nowhere, the Abbaye Saint-Benoît-du-Lac is nestled at the heart of a peaceful environment. © Post430

A true gastronomic destination

In the past few years, this province has morphed into an oustanding culinary destination. The agenda of gourmet festivals fills up quickly on this large territory. Whether it's winter or summer, this gastronomy with recipes of yesteryear, warming up bodies and hearts, is one of the major themes of holiday-goers in the Belle Province. Yet another reason to return…

Sophisticated or traditional, the Made in Québec culinary specialties are resolutely tempting. © Gaëlle Leroyer

Staying in Old-Quebec

In Fairmont, the Château Frontenac. Anchored inside the walls of the old city, this huge palace is an iconic hotel establishment. Spacious suites with stunning views, gastronomy and well-being are on the program of its deluxe amenities. www.fairmont.fr/frontenac-quebec/

From every angle, this elegant brick building, sumounted by a forest of dungeons, seems majestic. © Fabrice Jousselin