Trippin’ Around North America

Quebec City, a must see!

September 28

Great day inside the walled city. The shuttle bus left the camp at 8.50 AM, our bikes chained to a post at the office. We were soon inside the absolutely gorgeous Old Quebec City. We never did get to the modern portion of it.

The day was perfect, some cloud, light wind and lighter crowds. We had decided to walk today. First to the Citadel, where we took an escorted tour with about 16 people. The leader was a young French Canadian man who was great dealing with what could be a somewhat controversial subject, the fall of Quebec City, [and New France?] to the British.

The Citadel is still an active Canadian Army base. It is in immaculate condition and a credit to the nation.

Next we needed something to eat, as it was now around 1.00 PM. Fellette picked the restaurant that offered a Quebecois Lunch for a modest price: Split pea soup, tortiere, [meat pie], maple syrup pie and tea or coffee. The meal was delicious!

The dessert pie was good, like pecan pie without the pecans. Our friend Myra, who came from Lachine Quebec, used to make the meat pie at Christmas.

Next we strolled down to the river level and wandered the streets, trying to avoid the shops and take in the history as much as possible. It was like a visit to France without having to fly.

All the people we engaged in conversation with were very gracious and polite.

We were ready for the shuttle to zip us back to what has become our home. Tomatoes and cucumber salad for dinner tonight, one heavy meal a day is enough.

The photos are bits and pieces of a day with great memories.

posted by Doug and Fellette @ 12:48 PM