Dining
BY CHRIS LACKNER le baccara
A recipient of the prestigious CAA-AAA Five Diamond distinction since 2001 , this gourmet restaurant in the Casino du Lac-Leamy serves French-inspired cuisine , and the wine cellar houses 450 different varieties as part of a 10,000-bottle collection . With elegant leather armchairs , a fireplace and a separate cigar room , the relaxing ambiance is like no other . A private salon is available , plus free parking . 3 Boulevard du Casino , 819-772-6210 , Map 1 C1 casinoduquebec . com / lacleamy
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THe soca KiTcHen & Pub
Chef Daniela Manrique heats up this fusion menu . Located in Wellington West , The Soca serves up Spanish and Latin American inspired fare — including tapas and small plates that are perfect for sharing . Foodies can also enjoy vegetarian options , a raw bar , cheese and charcuterie boards , and all-natural house cocktails . For bigger appetites , large plates include charred cauliflower steak , and pork tenderloin served with caramelized plantain . Flamenco performances ( singer and guitarist ) on Tuesdays ( March 7 & 21 , April 4 & 18th ) add more fire . Open daily . Open for lunch / brunch Thu-Sun . 93 Holland Ave ., 613-695-9190 socapub . com
HigHlander Pub
Aye , this is a traditional Scottish pub . The Highlander offers a relaxed , warm environment , with over 200 single malt whiskies and 17 domestic and imported drafts available , and regular live music . Single malt scotch tastings are held on the second Sunday of each month . Menu highlights include weekend brunch , and new “ frugal ” menu — available every day from 4 to 6 p . m ., and 9 to 1 p . m . — that includes duck wings , tortilla pipes , and a vegetarian samosa wrap . Kilts welcome . 115 Rideau St ., 613-562-5678 , thehighlanderpub . com
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