Poutine

The iconic Canadian dish Poutine was created in the late 1950s by Fernand Lachance in Drummondville, Quebec, at Le Roy Jucep, a small dairy bar. It consists of golden fries, fresh cheese curds, and a generous drizzle of hot gravy. The dish quickly gained popularity, evolving from a small-town creation to a regional sensation, and eventually becoming a beloved comfort food across Canada. Cities like Montreal and Toronto have created their own variations of Poutine, which has also found its way onto menus worldwide, becoming a symbol of Canadian gastronomy. The dish has seen culinary innovation, with chefs experimenting with gourmet variations and artisanal ingredients, elevating Poutine from a modest dish to a culinary masterpiece.