Bleu Lavande was the brainchild of a Quebecer who ten years ago decided to grow lavender in Quebec, and succeeded.

The lavender farm in the Eastern Townships is about 20 kilometres southwest of the Ripplecove Inn, which has been open for 70 years and is still operated by the same family.

These spots are the first locations chosen for our brand new “Day Trippers” series, which highlights the perfect places in an around the city for a day-long summer jaunt.

Watch Caroline Van Vlaardingen’s report above for more details about these two businesses.