Fromagerie de l'Île-aux-Grues
Island cheese cooperative in the St. Lawrence, maker of Riopelle de l'Isle, named for the painter.
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About Fromagerie de l'Île-aux-Grues
Fromagerie de l'Île-aux-Grues is a cheese cooperative on L'Isle-aux-Grues, a small island in the St. Lawrence River. Its most famous cheese is Riopelle de l'Isle, named after the painter Jean-Paul Riopelle, who spent time on the island. The cheesemaking here is tied closely to the island's farms and its quiet, tidal landscape.
Riopelle de l'Isle is a soft, creamy cheese that suits a cheese board with fresh bread and a glass of cider. It makes a thoughtful gift for an art lover or anyone curious about the river islands. If you visit the island in summer, look for the cheese close to where it is made.
At a glance
- Category
- Food and pantry
- Based in
- L'Isle-aux-Grues, Quebec
- Size
- An independent, smaller maker
- Listed in
- Made in QuebecMade in Quebec
- Website
- fromagesileauxgrues.com
Questions people ask
Is Fromagerie de l'Île-aux-Grues made in Quebec?
Yes. Fromagerie de l'Île-aux-Grues started in Quebec and is based in L'Isle-aux-Grues. It is listed in our Made in Quebec directory.
What does Fromagerie de l'Île-aux-Grues make?
Island cheese cooperative in the St. Lawrence, maker of Riopelle de l'Isle, named for the painter.
Where can I buy from Fromagerie de l'Île-aux-Grues?
Start with its official website, fromagesileauxgrues.com. Many Quebec food brands are sold in grocery stores, at public markets like Jean-Talon and Atwater, and in fine food shops.
Is Fromagerie de l'Île-aux-Grues a big company or a small business?
Fromagerie de l'Île-aux-Grues is an independent, smaller business. Buying from makers like this one supports local jobs directly.
What are some local brands similar to Fromagerie de l'Île-aux-Grues?
Other local brands in Food and pantry include Ferme Vallée Verte, Mycep, Fromagerie La Suisse Normande, Fromagerie du Vieux Saint-François.
How did Fromagerie de l'Île-aux-Grues get on this list?
Montreal Tips lists businesses that started in Quebec and still make, run or are based here. Listings are free and never sponsored. If you run Fromagerie de l'Île-aux-Grues and want to update this page, contact us.
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