LOCAL PRODUCTS
Quebec cheeses
at Carrera Café
Quebec produces exceptional cheeses. We have carefully selected them, paired them Italian-style, and served them on a board that tells the story of the local terroir.
The cheese terroir
From Quebec to the plate
In just a few decades, Quebec has become one of North America's great cheese regions. Its artisanal cheeses now rival the best European cheeses.
A cheese revolution
In the 1980s, artisanal cheesemakers began to emerge in Quebec. Inspired by European traditions but nourished by local pastures, they developed unique flavor profiles adapted to the climate and resources here.
Regions to explore
Charlevoix, Lanaudiere, the Laurentians, the Eastern Townships. Each region brings its characteristics: riverside pastures, raw autumn milk, cellar aging. We prioritize selecting our cheeses from artisanal producers less than 100 km from Quebec City.
Why Quebec cheeses on an Italian board
Because Italians know better than anyone that cheese is an art. Because the creamy texture of a Quebec brie pairs perfectly with artisanal focaccia. And because Carrera Café is at the crossroads of two cultures: Quebec terroir and Italian cuisine.
Our selected cheeses
The best of refined terroir
Our selection changes with the seasons, depending on arrivals and aging. Here are the profiles you will regularly find on our boards.
Charlevoix
Le Migneron
Semi-firm cheese
Soft and creamy texture, notes of butter and mushroom. One of the most awarded cheeses in Quebec. A must on our signature board.
Lanaudiere
Le Sir Laurier
Soft washed rind cheese
Orange rind, creamy paste, powerful aromas. A cheese with character that stands out on the board and in memories.
Eastern Townships
Comtomme
Semi-firm cheese
Inspired by Spanish Manchego but rooted in Quebec terroir. Notes of hazelnut and caramel. Ideal at the start of the board.
Seasonal selection
Quebec Brie
Soft cheese with bloomy rind
White bloomy rind, paste that gently flows at room temperature. Notes of mushroom and cream. The perfect introduction.
★ Our selection
We work with the same producers as the top restaurants in Quebec. Our rule: cheeses must tell a story, have a clear place of origin, and be aged at the right time. The rest follows.
The Italian board
The art of the Italian table
A board with us is not just cheeses. It’s a composition, a story, an invitation to linger. Each element has its place and role.
The Carrera board
Our signature board brings together the best elements: two or three carefully selected Quebec cheeses, organic charcuterie from Charlevoix, focaccia from Boulangerie Borderon and Sons, and a few chosen accompaniments. A composition designed for sharing and discovery.
The summer board
In the summer season, the board lightens up. Fresher cheeses, homemade condiments, grilled focaccia. The perfect pairing with a spritz or a rosé on the terrace. For those who want to enjoy without feeling heavy before exploring the neighborhood.
The comfort board
In winter, aged cheeses take the lead. Firm cheeses, washed rinds, more intense profiles. Ideal pairing with a glass of spiced mulled wine or a full-bodied red. The board for long evenings and lasting conversations.
The pairings
Cheeses and drinks
A good cheese deserves a good drink. Here are our pairing recommendations, designed by our team to bring out the best in each profile.
◆ Team tip
Cheese and coffee work better together than you might think. A short espresso with a semi-firm cheese: the bitterness of the coffee contrasts with the creaminess of the cheese and cleanses the palate. Try it, you won’t regret it. Our espresso guide →
The board at Carrera
How to order it
The board is enjoyed on site, in Petit-Champlain, on the terrace or indoors. It is shared, and taken at a leisurely pace.
Order the board
■ Our producers
We work with short supply chains. Our charcuteries come from Charlevoix, our bread from Borderon and Sons Bakery, our cheeses from selected Quebec producers. Each board is a way to support the local terroir. Discover our charcuteries →
Focaccia, boards, and appetizers
Our complete guide to everything to snack on at Carrera: focaccia, boards, charcuteries. For those who want to know everything before ordering.
Come taste
A board, a glass, a paved terrace. Come discover our Quebec cheeses at Carrera Café, in the heart of Petit-Champlain, where local terroir meets the Italian soul.
Our Charlevoix CharcuteriesBorderon Bakery
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