Maple syrup season in full swing

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Le Vieux-Aylmer se sucre le bec festival is returning to Old Aylmer from March 28 to 30. Rue Principale will transform into a vibrant celebration, filled with maple-themed festivities, local artisans, lively street performers, and the irresistible aroma of fresh maple treats. Last year's event attracted over 30,000 visitors, promising another exciting turnout this spring. Visit apica.ca for the complete event schedule.

Just a short drive away in Chelsea, L’Orée du Bois restaurant continues to delight guests each Sunday through April with its sophisticated maple-inspired brunches. Full details are available at oreeduboisrestaurant.com.

Families eager to blend outdoor fun with traditional flavours can head to Domaine de L’Ange-Gardien near Gatineau. The venue offers classic sugar shack cuisine paired with exciting activities, such as tube sliding, running daily through March. Learn more at domaineangegardien.com.

Within Gatineau itself, maple creativity thrives at Le Rituel, which serves imaginative brunches and dinners featuring seasonal maple dishes until the end of March. Detailed menus are provided at restaurantlerituel.com. Additionally, Courges et Cie offers unique maple-inspired meals designed to enjoy at home, available until April 26. Visit courgescie.com to explore the menu and ordering options.

Venturing slightly further, Val-des-Monts invites visitors to Sucrerie du Terroir, an authentic maple syrup experience complete with traditional ambiance and period costumes, open through May 4. Find details at sucrerieduterroir.com.

Blue Sea's Érablière Domaine du Cerf continues to welcome guests with maple-focused dining and family-friendly activities available until April 27. Additional information is available at tourismeoutaouais.com. Meanwhile, Papineauville’s cherished Cabane à sucre Chez Ti-Mousse warmly hosts visitors seeking traditional maple meals, also available through April 27. Visit cheztimousse.com for further information.

Montebello provides unique opportunities to combine wildlife experiences with maple tasting at Parc Oméga, available through April 21. For details, visit parcomega.ca. Nearby, Fairmont Le Château Montebello Spa offers indulgent maple-themed spa treatments during maple syrup season, ensuring relaxation and luxury. Discover more at fairmont.com.