Jean-Claude Chartrand

Chef

Maple Ambassador


”Maple is like a sweet, never-ending honeymoon…”


The name of Jean-Claude Chartrand’s restaurant (translation: Wood’s Edge) reveals its mission. It relies on fine products from the forest that surrounds it, which he prepares with techniques learned in the greatest culinary schools of France. The results: simply divine.

Chef Chartrand has forged a bond between his food and his community by emphasizing ingredients from local producers. Maple syrup, asparagus, broccoli, chanterelles, raspberries, and gooseberries all come to his menu from, literally, the world outside his doorstep.

Over the years, Jean-Claude Chartrand has assembled a staff with whom he’s shared his passion for cuisine du terroir. They source seasonal products from local farms, which often make their way to the restaurant’s traditional smoker. L’Orée du Bois has mastered the art of slow-smoking meats, poultry, and fish with maple wood.


Jean-Claude’s Maple

His Beggar’s Chicken, wrapped in clay and baked with lotus leaves and Domaine Acer’s maple wine Charles-Aimé Robert, made headlines in 2014 when it won grand prize in the Maple Masters competition. A recipe for the ages!

Former Ambassadors


They gave it all to maple: their great talents and their love. They inspired us! They're people of dedication and passion. Wherever they went, they took maple with them. They brought their own special magic to maple and made it sparkle. To our former ambassadors, we say with all our hearts: THANK YOU!

More about Maple

Maple syrup comes in four classifications, according to colour and taste.

At the start of sugaring season, syrup is generally clear, with a lightly sweet taste. It becomes darker and caramelized as the season goes on.

An unopened can of maple syrup keeps for many years.

Once the can is opened, syrup should be kept in an airtight container in a cool place.

100% pure maple butter contains no butter or dairy.

Like all 100% pure maple products, maple butter comes from the sap of the maple tree… and that’s all.

Hundreds of Delicious Recipes

Maple is a special addition to any recipe, from appetizer to dessert. Find one that’s perfect for you or your occasion!