Cabane A Sucre Au Pied De Cochon

La Cabane d’à Côté is the epitome of “Farm to Table” dining in Quebec. Known as “Table Champêtre,” these dining experiences have been a part of Quebec culture since the 17th century. Originally, these experiences were simple and rustic, set in the countryside and offering basic food. Today, “Table Champêtre” has evolved to include much more. La Cabane d’à Côté, located in Mirabel alongside Martin Picard’s Érablière Au Pied de Cochon, exemplifies farm to table dining at its finest.

Last year I missed the deadline for the sugar shack reservation at Pied de Cochon. When a friend told me she had a reservation for the fall menu I was super happy and could not wait to try it. The fall menu that they offered this year had an Italian inspiration. I was always told that there was a lot of food but even as I was prepared for the feast my stomach was not.  Below is what the menu was and this was not a one dish or another it was everything on the menu.

I went there in April and this was epic. For the price i think its the best sugar shack that you can get for the quantity and quality of the food. 12 courses . I ate in all the dishes as they were better one after the other. Ive been waitimg for over a year to go there and was fully satisfied. Ive never eat that much in my life.

My first experience at a sugar shack was delightful at Au Pied du Cochon. The meal consisted of over 8 courses, each beautifully presented. I felt like I ate a lifetime's worth of foie gras that night, as it was in nearly every dish. Despite the overwhelming amounts of maple syrup and foie gras, it was one of the most flavorful and unique dining experiences I've had in Quebec. The waitlist is long, so be sure to book early if you want to experience it!

It’s that time of year again! If Montreal Oysterfest marks the end of summer for the Divas, harvest season at the Cabane à Sucre Au Pied de Cochon (PDC) marks the beginning of fall! This special and magical sugar shack, brought to you by Canadian foodie extraordinaire, Martin Picard, has two seasons: harvest (or apple) season in the fall, and maple season in the winter. As usual you have to be at your computer at midnight on a specific day, months in advance of your reservation, to get a chance at a seat at those coveted wooden tables.