Local Food

Food and Drink in Canada

Food in Canada is a medley of English, French and American influences. Think crepes, cheese, and wines combined with eye-popping beef burgers and steaks. Along the east coast of the Atlantic in the region known as the Maritimes, seafood dishes derived from English traditions are prevalent. Salmon is a specialty in many parts of Canada. In Quebec, favourite food comes from the area’s French heritage including crepes, cured meats and cheeses.

Throughout Canada, maple syrup and maple products are popular, reflecting the significance of the maple tree, whose leaf adorns the Canadian flag. Poutine is a popular dish comprising French fries topped with melted cheese and gravy. Chicken wings (or 'hot' wings) served with a variety of sauces are also very popular in bars and pubs.

Canada has a rich tradition of beer brewing and offers a wide range of tap beers. Moosehead is the largest fully-Canadian-owned brewer. In English Canada, popular brands are American-style lagers such as Molson Canadian and pilsners like Labatt Blue. Foreign and most exotic types of beers are becoming increasingly popular.

The legal drinking age is 18 in the provinces of Manitoba, Alberta and Quebec and 19 in all other provinces.