8 Must Try Canadian Food Options

Sara Thomas
Jul 20, 2017 · 2 min read

Just book your Canada visa online, a tour package from a trusted tour operator, and get set to explore a fantastic holiday in Canada, a destination that has something for everyone. Canada is a not only a destination with a lot to see, but there is also a lot to explore here in terms of culinary delights. Right from soups to desserts, Canadian food is truly divine and suits every palette. Here are 10 of the most exotic Canadian dishes that you must try on your next Canadian holiday.

• Poutine: Poutine is known to be Canada’s most exotic and defining dishes that is known to have been invented in the traditional Quebec city. Though this dish started out as a side dish, people can actually just about survive on it for days.

• Canadian Bacon: Unlike the usual bacon, this bacon style is derived from lean pork which is rolled in cornmeal to give you the most exotic snack of Canada.

• BeaverTails: While most may see it as another flat donut that comes without a hole, Beavertails are essentially a Canadian dish, a recipe that has been passed on for generations in the Graham Hooker family. Topped with some sugar, Nutella and other sweets this dish is certainly a must try when in Canada.

• The mighty Canadian Pizza: The Canadian pizza is a lot different from what you may be used to, which is more American than Italian. A visa to Canada, will open your eyes to one of the most exotic versions of pizza that is less doughy and fried and filled with much more toppings. The unique ingredient that really sets the Canadian style of Pizzas aside is the maple syrup that is drizzled over these pizzas quite generously leaving a unique flavour in your tongue.

• Butter Tarts: A delicious treat which is unique to the Canadian cooking with origin dating back to older times, this crumbly tart with a creamy centre is a melt and mouth dessert every Canadian loves to flaunt. Enjoy various versions of this tart at several bakeries and restaurants of Canada.

• Nanaimo Bars: This is a tri-layered dessert which comprises of a divine blend of crumb mix, vanilla icing and some melted chocolate. The taste is just as divine as the description of this dessert.

• Pancakes and Maple syrup: There is no better maple syrup in the world than what you get at Canada. Canadian maple syrup is made from the sap of the maple tree and tastes best with the Canadian buttermilk pancakes which taste very different from the usual crepes.

• Tourtière: Originating from the Quebec city, this mouthwatering meat pie is traditionally made with minced meat pork or beef. This is a traditional feast pie served during special occasions like New year’s eve, Christmas and Thanksgiving; but may be available without an occasion at some restaurants and gourmet shops.

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