Whistler's new brasserie — traditional tortière and Quebecois cuisine

With Lorette Brasserie, Whistler’s restaurant scene is expanding with rich, hearty servings of Quebecois cuisine.

“Our impression was that there was nothing really like this in Whistler,” said Lorette co-owner James Paré.

“People will do French or whatever, but no one is really doing what we’re doing. And I feel like the culture is growing. Customers are becoming more aware and more excited to try different things. We have some unique flavours and some items that people are excited to try, and maybe not just one night, but maybe a couple nights in a row.”

Along with his uncle Jay, James is co-owner and operator of Lorette’s parent company, Paré Restaurant Group, which includes two other Whistler restaurants, Quattro and Caramba.

Caramba serves European-inspired comfort food, including