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Preserving the hidden history of Canadian contemporary art

Artexte's library and research center collects all manner of fanzines, pamphlets, ephemera—everything that doesn't make it into official museum archives.

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The Bulletin: Smut! Air Hockey! Tacos! Corgis! Political Theatre! [Issue #144]

The Bulletin is a collection of what's happened, what’s happening, and what’s to come in and around Montreal.

J.P. Karwacki

Laurent Dagenais builds the restaurant he always wanted

Limousine in Saint-Lambert shows how the Montreal chef's approach to French classics translates from social media to the table.

Montreal's 23-year Polynesian fantasy and volcano cocktail experiment

When Kon Tiki brought post-war escapism and Hollywood's idea of the South Pacific to Peel Street, it created an exotic escape unlike any other.

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The bilingual, maximalist bookstore bar serving romance and fantasy in the Mile End

Joy is serious business at Joie de Livres.

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The Bulletin: Total chaos. Zero cohesion. All good stuff. [Issue #143]

The Bulletin is a collection of what's happened, what’s happening, and what’s to come in and around Montreal.

J.P. Karwacki

Coco Disco Club wants to be your neighbourhood everything spot

The Duluth restaurant aims to fill the third place gap with everything from morning coffees and dinners to late-night cocktails.

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The best things to do in Montreal during September

Close out summer on a strong note with block parties, art biennales, big-name concerts, and some of the city’s best food and culture events.

MONTREAL CITY GUIDES

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Where to get a good lunch in Montreal
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Where to get a good lunch in Montreal

The reliable roster for what's consistent, satisfying, and worth the trip across town.

The best Montreal café terrasses to slow down and savour
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The best Montreal café terrasses to slow down and savour

Sip coffee and soak up the sun at these cozy café terrasses, from hidden gardens to lively sidewalks.

These are the oldest restaurants in Montreal
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These are the oldest restaurants in Montreal

Still serving after all these years: A tour through the institutions that fed generations and helped define Montreal’s food identity.

The best dumplings in Montreal, from Chinatown OGs to young guns
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The best dumplings in Montreal, from Chinatown OGs to young guns

From no-frills Chinese classics to innovative fusion flavours, these are Montreal’s top spots for fried, steamed, and soup dumplings.

Escape to the best beaches in and around Montreal
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Escape to the best beaches in and around Montreal

Summer getaways, easy day trips, and urban retreats—these are the top spots on and near the island for swimming and sunbathing this summer

The best bars in Old Montreal (that are actually good)
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The best bars in Old Montreal (that are actually good)

A no-fluff guide to the places worth your time—from underground speakeasies to sky-high rooftop terrasses.

Your plant-based city: A guide to the best vegan restaurants in Montreal
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Your plant-based city: A guide to the best vegan restaurants in Montreal

No sad side salads or menu afterthoughts here—discover Montreal’s most creative plant-based kitchens.

A local’s guide to the best restaurants in Old Montreal
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A local’s guide to the best restaurants in Old Montreal

Not all cobblestone charm is created equal—here’s where to skip the clichés and eat like you actually know the city.

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