
The Best Fall Side Dishes
Recipes that Celebrate the Bountiful Harvest
Autumn, with its vibrant colours and comforting flavours, is the perfect time to gather around the table and enjoy dishes that honour the bountiful harvest. At 1001 Fondues, we blend the finest fall side dishes into our easy-to-make Quebec cheese fondue recipes, ensuring an exceptional taste experience in every bite.
Discover Our Top Fall Side Dishes!
Corn
Corn, with its sweet and crunchy kernels, perfectly captures the essence of late summer and the shift into autumn. Packed with fibre and vitamins, it is versatile enough for everything from grilled corn to hearty soups. Its natural sweetness and adaptability make it a beloved harvest staple.
Recipe for “Grilled BBQ Corn with Cheese Fondue”
- Celebrate Quebec’s summer harvest with a simple yet delightful BBQ! Grill corn on the cob and top it with a rich beer-infused cheese fondue! Enhance the flavours with cumin, fresh cilantro, and roasted peppers for a taste of local terroir that will elevate your culinary experience!

Tomatoes
Autumn tomatoes, bursting with juiciness and rich flavour, are ideal for hearty soups and comforting stews. Packed with vitamins and antioxidants, they enhance immunity and seamlessly integrate into diverse dishes. Their vibrant colours and fresh taste brighten up any fall meal. Whether yellow, purple, or red, explore the variety of Quebec tomatoes this season!
Mushrooms
Whether it’s bolete, chanterelle, lobster mushrooms, or fire burn morels, autumn mushrooms — with their rich, earthy flavour and unique texture—bring unparalleled depth to dishes. Packed with nutrients and antioxidants, they’re ideal for soups, pasta, and stews. Their versatility and distinctive taste make them essential to autumn’s culinary offerings.
Recipe for “Wild Mushroom Pappardelle”
- Indulge in rich and creamy flavours in a flash! Our wild mushroom pappardelle, elevated with 1001 Fondues’ whisky fondue, will satisfy up to 4 hungry guests. Savour the enticing aromas of white wine and the hearty texture of mushrooms, all enveloped in a perfectly creamy and flavourful sauce!

Recipe for “Fondue and Mushroom Bread Bowl ”
- This easy recipe captures the true spirit of fondue: warmth, simplicity, and comfort. It’s a true bread celebration! Ideal as an appetizer, snack, happy hour treat, or a quick lunch paired with a salad, this flavourful dish offers endless versatility.

Recipe for “Jazzed-up Cheese Fondue ”
- Personalize your impromptu cheese fondue by mixing in your favourite mushrooms. Simply stir, and in no time, savour a distinctive and delicious fondue experience!

With their sweet, tender flesh, squashes take centre stage in autumn. Packed with fibre, they shine in a variety of dishes. Their versatility, comforting flavour, and vibrant colours make them a fall essential.
Recipe for “Celebration Cheese Fondue ”
- Here’s an easy recipe for a sweet-and-savoury cheese fondue featuring dried fruits and nuts, showcasing pumpkin seeds in a delightful way!

Potatoes
Potatoes, versatile and nourishing, are a fall essential. Rich in vitamins and minerals, they shine in a variety of dishes, from gratins to purées. Their ability to absorb flavours makes them the perfect side for comforting seasonal meals.
Recipe for “Rösti with Cheese Fondue”
- Experience the alpine flavours of Switzerland with a Quebec cheese twist in this golden, grated potato cake! Topped with crispy bacon, tender onions, and a touch of nutmeg, it promises a comforting feast for enthusiasts of mountain cuisine.

Recipe for “Cheese Fondue-Braised Pork Poutine”
- Drummondville? Victoriaville? Warwick? While the origins of poutine remain a topic of debate, one thing is clear: everyone agrees that our pork-braised poutine, enriched with 1001 Fondues’ craft whisky cheese fondue, is an absolute marvel—delightfully indulgent and irresistibly “cochonne !”

Recipe for “Potatoes au Gratin en Papillote ”
- Revisit a classic with our decadent take on dauphinoise potatoes! Our indulgent version features the rich and creamy fondue Chic! à la bière (beer), creating a luscious, gratin-like topping that’s sure to impress!

Apples
Whether Sunrise, Honeycrisp, Lobo, McIntosh, or Passionata, apples bring a perfect blend of sweet and tangy to sweet-savoury recipes. Crisp and juicy, they’re a fall staple. Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, they shine in both compote and chunks, elevating the comforting meals of the season.
Recipe for “Sweet and Salty Fondue (Maple Baked Apples) ”
- Dare to blend flavours for a truly unique tasting experience! Try this inspiring and irresistible combination: sweet-savoury cheese fondue with maple and apples!

In conclusion, fall graces us with a bounty of flavourful vegetables and fruits that brighten our tables with their vibrant colours and numerous benefits. At 1001 Fondues, we honour this season by incorporating these treasures into our Quebec cheese fondue recipes, ensuring that every bite is a shared moment of comfort and quality. Enjoy the flavours of fall in every mouthful!