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The Bulletin: Art deco disasters, spinning cakes, and Montreal cowboys [Issue #75]
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The Bulletin: Art deco disasters, spinning cakes, and Montreal cowboys [Issue #75]

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

The Best New Restaurants in Montreal [May 2024]
J.P. Karwacki

The Best New Restaurants in Montreal [May 2024]

26 of the best new restaurants in Montreal, from fresh spring season openings to institutions in the making dating back to the winter.

Bangluck: Odes to Thai traditions with a Plateau noodle shop
J.P. Karwacki

Bangluck: Odes to Thai traditions with a Plateau noodle shop

Montrealers Chitakone Phommavongxay and Siriluksamee Rangthon on enriching Thai culture in Montreal through food.

James Kerr / Scorpion Dagger's favourite things in Montreal
J.P. Karwacki

James Kerr / Scorpion Dagger's favourite things in Montreal

The Montreal-based artist known as Scorpion Dagger on things to love and change about the city, fond memories, the importance of walking, and getting mugged for $4 one time.

The Bulletin: A vinyl Saturday's heavy rotations & where cherry blossoms bloom [Issue #74]
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The Bulletin: A vinyl Saturday's heavy rotations & where cherry blossoms bloom [Issue #74]

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

Paparmane: Dreamy tea time is served by Montreal brunch royalty
J.P. Karwacki

Paparmane: Dreamy tea time is served by Montreal brunch royalty

Here's the tea: The minds behind brunch destinations Régine Café and Janine Café turn their attention to English tea room services twisted in their own Montreal image.

The Bulletin: Springtime is an age-defying beauty hack in Montreal [Issue #73]
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The Bulletin: Springtime is an age-defying beauty hack in Montreal [Issue #73]

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

Kwizinn: New Horizons in Caribbean Cuisine for Mike Lafaille
J.P. Karwacki

Kwizinn: New Horizons in Caribbean Cuisine for Mike Lafaille

Haitian-Montrealer chef Mike Lafaille on his new restaurant address for Kwizinn in the old quarter, transforming Caribbean cuisine, and local obsessions.

MONTREAL CITY GUIDES

Best Bagels in Montreal
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Best Bagels in Montreal

In Montreal, bagels are an integral part of the city's culinary fabric. Known around the world for their unique flavor and texture, the best bagels in Montreal hold a special place in the hearts of locals. With a history dating back generations, these beloved baked goods are a symbol of tradition and community. From wood-fired ovens to hand-rolling techniques, every step of the process at the bakeries below reflect a commitment to quality and authenticity, and each one offers its own twist on this timeless classic. Whether you prefer yours plain or piled high with toppings, there's no denying the deliciousness of Montreal's finest bagels.

Your guide to the best 50 cafés and coffee shops in Montreal
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Your guide to the best 50 cafés and coffee shops in Montreal

We take you through cozy corners where old traditions and new ideas come together, making warm, welcoming spaces filled with stories.

34 of Montreal's Top Upscale Restaurants
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34 of Montreal's Top Upscale Restaurants

There are, without question, thousands of names that we would consider to be the best restaurants in Montreal. With its rich history of chefs with storied backgrounds and diversified dining culture, the following names can be counted among the highest tier in the city.

The Best Late-Night and 24 Hour Restaurants in Montreal
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The Best Late-Night and 24 Hour Restaurants in Montreal

Discover Montreal's late-night gems, where the city's culinary spirit comes alive with a diverse array of eats from classic diners to modern bistros.

Craving Curator's Guide to Dining in Montreal
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Craving Curator's Guide to Dining in Montreal

Come along as food photographer Scott Usheroff guides you through the city's diverse gastronomic scene with this personally curated selection of 'must-tries' from 10 Montreal establishments.

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