Maison Mer – Îles de la Madeleine accommodation – 08/26/2026

Kitchens designed for real cooks

They say the kitchen is the heart of the home. On vacation, it's often where the most beautiful memories take shape. We sip our coffee there before heading to the beach, unpack provisions from the market or wharf, and at day's end, gather to cook, chat, and linger around the table into the evening.

Maison Mer – Îles de la Madeleine accommodation – 08/09/2026

Lobster roll recipe

In the Magdalen Islands, lobster season is a true ritual. When it's in full swing, it's impossible to resist this freshly caught crustacean from the archipelago's waters. We simply enjoy it around a large table, with the sea never far away.

Maison Mer – Îles de la Madeleine accommodation – 07/12/2026

Two recipes for a smoky happy hour in the Magdalen Islands

There are many beautiful places in the world to celebrate happy hour, but I must admit that I have a soft spot for the aperitif time in the Magdalen Islands!

Maison Mer – Îles de la Madeleine accommodation – 02/18/2025

Braised lamb shoulder with garlic and herbs recipe

When you visit the Islands, by bike or by car, you drive on the 199, you follow the sea for miles, and that's good... Because that's a little, a lot for what we're going for. However, by venturing down the wrong path, you could make some great gourmet finds.

Tarte feuilletée à la tomate et au Pied-De-vent

Pied-De-Vent cheese & tomato puff pastry tart

Pied-de-Vent cheese is one of the culinary gems of the Magdalen Islands. If, like me, you're lucky enough to fly to the Islands, you must visit the cheese factory in Havre-aux-Maisons as soon as you arrive.

Maison Mer – Îles de la Madeleine accommodation – 08/09/2026

Magdalen Islands steamed lobster recipe

Steaming lobsters preserves their tender texture and delicate flavor. And it\\\'s much easier than boiling! Follow these steps and our lobster steaming times chart to enjoy a perfectly cooked lobster worthy of the finest tables. Bon appétit!