Luxe Beat Magazine JUNE 2015 | Page 26

compartments that hold dainty glasses topped with fresh fruits, yogurts, hard-boiled eggs, fresh fish and rich, creamy smoothies entice and delight. It’s not uncommon to linger over these meticulous meals as you gaze out onto the St. Lawrence River. But with 60 chefs, four kitchens and nearly 3,000 plates per day, you can be sure a line is forming just outside, with eager diners eyeing the very spot where you’re comfortably seated. The perfect after-dinner drink and late-night bite is only a few saunters away in 1608 Wine & Cheese Bar, the hotel’s newest creation in magnificence and mixology. Named after the year of Québec City’s founding on this very site, this creative new concept is easy on the eyes with glimmers of sheer gold raining down in the form of spectacular chandeliers. The bar’s distinguished design pairs curved crushed blue velvet booths with 26 glamorous gold accents producing a warm, inviting hue. With more than 30 types of decedent Québec cheeses and the chance to pair them with some of the top wines from around the world, it’s no wonder there’s rarely an empty seat here. High Fashion Some of the world’s most famous fashion designers have made a name for themselves by pushing the limits, taking their ideas to the edge and not being afraid to fall from grace. So if you’re ever in search of that extra ounce of courage in the face of fear, consider a visit to Canyon Sainte-Anne’s gorge and waterfall. These rushing waters, located just 30 minutes from Québec City, are nature’s awe-inspiring creation and your next challenge. Channel your inner warrior as you belt out a primal scream while crossing the 60-meter-high bridge over the Canyon. And don’t look