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Cheeses of Quebec:
Our exceptional selection
Quebec is a great cheese nation. Our artisans produce wonders that the world is beginning to recognize. Pied-de-Vent, goat cheese, Comtomme: discover the selection of Quebec artisanal cheeses that make up the boards at Carrera Café in Petit-Champlain. We honor them in every board.
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Quebec Cheese
A thriving art
In thirty years, Quebec cheesemaking has undergone a silent revolution. Dozens of artisanal producers have invested in the regions, experimented with aging methods, and created unique products that didn’t exist anywhere else.
Charlevoix, Eastern Townships, Lanaudière, Chaudière-Appalaches: each region has developed its own character. Local milk, terroir, salty or woody air: all of this is found in the cheese.
At Carrera, we collaborate with cheesemakers selected for their rigor and originality. Our menu changes with the seasons and our team’s favorites.
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Our Selection
The cheeses that make up our boards
★ Signature
Pied-de-Vent
Cheese from the Magdalen Islands, whole cow’s milk. Semi-firm cheese, washed rind. Pronounced taste, maritime flavor.
Magdalen Islands
❤︎ Favorite
Chèvre des Alpes
Fresh Quebec goat cheese, local herbs. Light, creamy, tangy. Ideal on Borderon focaccia.
Quebec Region
✦ Season
Comtomme
Semi-firm cheese, raw milk, aged 60 days. Hazelnut, buttery, slightly fruity. A Quebec classic.
Eastern Townships
❖ Discovery
Cru des Érables
Soft cheese, bloomy rind, cow’s milk. Mild, creamy, slightly mushroomy. The surprise of the board.
Lanaudière
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Cheese and Drink Pairings
The pairings we recommend
Pied-de-Vent
+ Americano Grand Prix or white wine
Chèvre des Alpes
+ Limoncello Chicane or Earl Grey tea
Comtomme
+ Negroni Tifosi or double espresso
Cru des Érables
+ Spritz Podium or light sparkling wine
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The Cheesemonger’s Tip
To remember
Take the cheese out of the cold 20 minutes before serving.
Cold cheese releases fewer flavors. Room temperature allows it to express its full aromatic potential. This is a detail we systematically apply to all our boards.
Order a cheese board
Our boards change according to arrivals and seasons. What doesn't change: the quality and pride of serving you the best of Quebec.
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