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Holiday dinners and parties are piling up and can sometimes be a bit overwhelming! But what’s the perfect last-minute gift for your hosts? Don’t panic: we’ve come up with a few local gems, #OutaouaisFun-style, that are sure to impress!
Make a splash with La Boîte 100% Locale – Temps des Fêtes from Croquez l'Outaouais. These boxes are available in two equally delicious versions and are overflowing with carefully selected local products, including handmade soap, spices, honey, jam, caramel, salsa, black garlic, wine, chocolate, and jelly. Every bite tells the story of the region’s artisans. Pick up your box at the LPG Christmas Market — 100% Croquez l’Outaouais — the perfect place to do your holiday shopping while supporting local producers. Take a stroll through Old Chelsea Square and fall in love with La Petite Grocerie, now transformed into a Christmas boutique. You'll find unique holiday gifts, including local products, kitchenware, fashion accessories, and fun games for all tastes. Each item has been carefully selected to add a touch of magic to your celebrations. Whether you’re looking for a thoughtful gift or a little treat for yourself, La Petite Grocerie is the perfect place to embrace the holiday spirit while shopping! Here are some simple, no-fuss ideas for a successful holiday season! La Belle Pâtissière will transport you to Paris, the City of Light, with its decadent coffees and desserts. Let yourself be seduced by the beautiful and delicious Yule logs from Maison Oddo. Bring this delight to share and surprise your loved ones with refined flavours that pair perfectly with holiday meals. For the nostalgics in the crowd, give a sweet shot of happiness from the Confiserie Wakefield and relive your childhood as you browse the enticing selection of candies, chocolates, maple products and sponge toffee. Finally, enjoy a hassle-free feast from Miss Macaron by stocking up on fresh or frozen meals, not to mention beautiful custom cakes. You'll also find a wide selection of ready-to-eat products at the Première Moisson.
For fans of fine local cheeses, find the perfect gift on the go with classics from La Trappe à fromage. Add gourmet treats from the fine food shop at Les Fougères restaurant. To complement the festivities, offer strawberry and raspberry wines from Domaine Mont-Vézeau or a selection of privately imported wines and Quebec products from The little wine bar, sure to please even the most discerning connoisseur.
The popularity of board games never fades! At Pärlé – Bistro ludique, you’ll find the board game to liven up your Christmas parties! Then, whether you’re shopping for a gift for a child or an adult, you’ll find the perfect thing at L’As des jeux, just in time to shout “UNO!”
Do you have a workplace gift exchange and want to go for the win? There are plenty of places to challenge your colleagues! Give them a private introductory bouldering lesson at Klimat. These sports-themed gift ideas will get you across the finish line without too many obstacles!
Time is short and you’re running out of ideas? Give the gift of culture this holiday season. Instead of material objects, give the gift of lasting memories with Tout Culture, the must-see cultural hub in the Outaouais region. From live shows and intimate concerts to creative workshops, you'll find a variety of events and activities to experience, share, and give as gifts on this platform. Easily browse the event calendar by date, discipline, or location to find the perfect gift for your theater-loving nephew, music-loving friend, or art-appreciating parents. Choose from a wide variety of holiday packages at Nordik Spa Village Chelsea, the largest spa in North America. For an urban experience, give a gift certificate to Huma Spa. Kōena Spa offers e-gift certificates and packages for a Hawaiian-inspired spa experience that will have you exclaiming, “Mele Kalikimaka!” Visit the Khewa (“north wind”) boutique for beautiful Indigenous traditions to delight the fans of history, storytelling and legends on your list. + And let’s not forget the must-try downtown restaurants. Sometimes a classic is a classic for a good reason: it’s simple, enjoyable and popular! Have fun!
Outaouais, my little corner of paradise where I grew up and which I have the pleasure of introducing to you. My little pleasures: Local gastronomy, a good glass of wine around a warm fire and little hidden treasures, both cozy and unusual, which allow me to escape. Without forgetting the breathtaking landscapes of the waterways, which add a touch of magic to our beautiful region. Why not enjoy it ? Come take a look!