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6 things you may not know about Spa Eastman

Spa Eastman recently celebrated its 46th anniversary and although it has been around for so long, many people are unaware of just how it was so ahead of its time – providing a template for attaining optimum health! 1. Canada’s first destination spa  Back in 1977, when few people knew anything about yoga, relaxation techniques, […]

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Antiviral infusion

During the past couple of weeks when a number of our staff became sick, our chef recommended that in order to make themselves feel better, they should try his renowned antiviral infusion. Not only does it taste good, but it helps to relieve the symptoms of a common cold. Quantity : 1 litre of liquid […]

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A Holiday Gift to Self

“Self-care is about having a radical trust in your own goodness” – Steve Sims, author In this season of celebrating love, here are a few principles on cultivating the habit of gifting yourself loving-care: You have been gifted a precious human birth Not just any sentient being, a human being! You did nothing consciously to […]

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Jocelyna Dubuc of Spa Eastman honoured by the Ministry of Tourism

Quebec City, December 16, 2022 – On November 10, during the Grande Conférence du Sommet du Tourisme de l’Alliance Touristique (an annual tourism conference), Caroline Proulx, Quebec’s Minister of Tourism, presented Jocelyna Dubuc, president and founder of Spa Eastman, with a prestigious award – Grande Bâtisseuse 2022. This title (roughly translated as “Great Builder 2022”) […]

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Foods that fight inflammation

One of the best ways to reduce inflammation lies in optimum nutrition, not at the pharmacy! By following an anti-inflammatory diet you can fight off inflammation for good. Intermittent bouts of inflammation that are directed against real threats and invasions protect you and are crucial to your good health. When your body doesn’t recognize something […]

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Spa Eastman is once more named Canada’s Best Wellness Retreat

For a second consecutive year, Spa Eastman has made its mark on the world stage! The wellness pioneer has once more been voted Canada’s Best Wellness Retreat by the World Spa Awards, proving once again that after 45 years, Spa Eastman is still at the leading edge of this key industry. Addressing a variety of […]

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3 effective strategies to overcome seasonal depression

The fall colours are fading and the nights are getting cooler and for some people, this time of year brings on symptoms of seasonal depression. The reason cannot simply be attributed to the cycles of nature, but rather because we try to live at the same pace as we do in summer. We fear the […]

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Stuffed courgettes, creamy tomato sauce

Cette inspiration du jour s’est transformée en véritable coup de coeur pour l’équipe. Farcis au fromage de noix et champignon, déposés sur une sauce légère aux tomates grillées, ces rouleaux de courgette combleront vos papilles. Recette Rendement : 2 portions Ingrédients 1 courgette tranchée mince sur la longueur – l’idéal est d’utiliser une mandoline! 1 […]

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Pantry remedies

Article written in collaboration with Manon Viger, nurse, naturopath and herbalist Our grandmothers knew what to do when someone at home started coughing or suffering from a skin condition. They were able to find remedies in the garden, fields or pantry; or even in the very agile hands that know how to bring their own […]

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First place for Spa Eastman’s Tonique CuisineTM at the Global Culinary Travel Awards 2022

Spa Eastman has received numerous awards for its unique wellness offering. It’s now Tonique Cuisine’sTM turn to be the recipient of an international award. The jury at the World Food Travel Association awarded first place to Spa Eastman’s restaurant in the Best Emphasis on Wellness & Health in Culinary Travel category. This award strengthens Spa […]