★ QUEBEC GOURMET GUIDE
Gourmet grocery stores and cheese shops in Quebec: must-visit gourmet addresses
Before heading to Old Quebec, make a supply stop at its best gourmet addresses. Artisanal cheese shops, century-old gourmet grocery stores, reference chocolateries: here is the flavor circuit every lover of Quebec terroir must know.
J.A. Moisan
Since 1871
The oldest gourmet grocery store in North America, an institution in the Saint-Jean-Baptiste district for over 150 years.
A century and a half of flavors
Founded in 1871 on Saint-Jean Street, J.A. Moisan is much more than a grocery store: it is a living museum of taste. Wooden floors, antique counters, jars lined up like on a vintage circuit. The architecture alone is worth the visit.
The best to take away
Artisanal charcuterie, exceptional Quebec cheeses, local jams, natural wines, and craft beers. Each aisle is an invitation to exploration, from cellar to table.
Artisanal cheese shops
The best of Quebec terroir
Quebec and its surroundings are a paradise for fine cheese lovers. Several addresses offer an exceptional selection, mixing local producers and talented affineurs.
Fromagerie du Vieux-Québec
In the heart of Old Quebec, this cheese shop offers a careful selection of fine Quebec cheeses: Charlevoix cheddar, Saint-Benoit brie, Portneuf camembert. The affineurs do remarkable, subtle work here.
Cheeses from Charlevoix
La Laiterie Charlevoix in Baie-Saint-Paul is one of the absolute references for Quebec cheese. Its Cheddar Le 1608 and fine cheeses can be found in the best restaurants in Quebec City and in gourmet grocery stores in Old Quebec.
Les Halles du Petit-Champlain
In the Petit-Champlain district, some specialty shops offer cheese platters accompanied by artisanal jams and breads from Boulangerie Borderon et Fils. The perfect local pairing for a break between visits.
Organic Charcuteries of Charlevoix
The Organic Charcuteries of Charlevoix are among the producers that Carrera Café highlights in its gourmet platters. Hams, pâtés, and sausages crafted with care, respecting the artisanal traditions of the region.
Chocolaterie Érico
Quebec's cocoa temple
Since 1987, Chocolaterie Érico offers a unique cocoa universe in the Saint-Jean-Baptiste neighborhood, with over 200 varieties of chocolates and a dedicated museum.
The chocolate museum
At 634 Saint-Jean Street, Érico is both an artisanal chocolate shop and a museum. More than 200 varieties of fine chocolates, truffles, pralines, and grand cru bars. An address that turns the visit into a full sensory experience.
Chocolate and coffee: great allies
A fine 72% dark chocolate from Érico and a strong espresso from Carrera Café: here is a podium pairing. The bitternesses respond to each other, the aromas complement. The finish line of the senses.
Épices de Cru
The spice masters in Quebec
One of the global references for rare spices and artisanal blends. Their shop at the Old Port Market is a must-stop for any cooking enthusiast.
Spices from around the world
Philippe and Ethné de Vienne, founders of Épices de Cru, traveled the world to select the best spices directly from producers. Peppers, vanillas, exclusive blends: each jar is a geography of taste.
The market of flavors
Besides Épices de Cru, the Old Port Market brings together other specialty grocery stores, jam makers, and local producers. A mini tour through the flavors of Quebec, to do on Saturday morning before heading to Petit-Champlain.
The Old Port Market
The heart of Quebec terroir
Open year-round, the Old Port Market of Quebec is the must-visit spot for food lovers and terroir enthusiasts. Vegetables, cheeses, breads, honey, ciders: all of Quebec in one place.
The must-see stalls
Producers from Île d'Orléans mingle with market gardeners from Portneuf and beekeepers from Charlevoix. You’ll find jams from Cassis Monna et Filles, breads from Boulangerie Borderon and Sons, and organic products from nearby farms.
Local products and short supply chains
The market embodies the philosophy of the short supply chain and local terroir that Carrera Café shares daily. Our gourmet boards draw from this richness: organic charcuterie, aged cheeses, artisanal jams that tell the story of Quebec in every bite.
✦ Barista’s tip
After your tour of the Old Port Market, head back to Petit-Champlain for a break at Carrera Café. Our gourmet boards paired with a specialty coffee or iced latte make the ideal refueling before exploring the city again. A pit stop, gourmet style.
Coffee and terroir pairings
The Carrera Café selection
At Carrera Café, we believe specialty coffee and Quebec terroir products are made to meet. Here are our favorite pairings.
Espresso & Aged cheese
A double espresso extraction and a slice of aged Charlevoix cheddar: the tension of bitterness and the roundness of fat create an unexpected harmony, like two pilots who understand each other without speaking.
Iced latte & Érico Chocolate
Our house iced latte with a grand cru truffle from Chocolaterie Érico. The milky sweetness of the latte wraps the intense notes of dark chocolate. A circuit tour in two bites, fresh and deep at once.
Gourmet board & Cortado
The Carrera gourmet board brings together organic charcuterie from Charlevoix, local cheeses, and artisanal jams from the Old Port Market. Paired with a strong cortado, it’s the grand prize of pairings.
Flat white & Pain Borderon
A silky flat white with a slice of Borderon and Sons sourdough bread, spread with fresh cheese and spiced jam. Simple, straightforward, unbeatable. The perfect setup before starting the day.
Experience it in Petit-Champlain
After your tour of Quebec's fine grocery stores, join us at Carrera Café for a specialty coffee and a gourmet board celebrating the best of the local terroir.
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