Ivy Lerner-Frank

Montreal

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Ivy’s been obsessed with telling people what to eat and where as long as she can remember. Born in the US, she’s called China, India, Hong Kong and the Philippines home, but loves Montreal the best.

Step inside Pinôt Boutique Hotel, a modern countryside gîte for travellers of the Eastern Townships

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Step inside Pinôt Boutique Hotel, a modern countryside gîte for travellers of the Eastern Townships

Hospitality veterans Véronique Lacoursière and Florence Pelland-Goyer bring a luxurious yet down-to-earth twist to a heritage B&B 90 minutes east of Montreal.

Talking queer food—and where to find it in Montreal

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Talking queer food—and where to find it in Montreal

Montreal's a queer-friendly city. How does that influence its hospitality industry and the safe spaces of its restaurants, cafés and bars?

Ohayo Café: Saying good morning to Montreal with Japanese yoshoku

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Ohayo Café: Saying good morning to Montreal with Japanese yoshoku

Rice, sandos, knives, basketball—this is chef Hiroshi Kitano’s journey from Japan to Montreal, and the restaurants he’s created for the city.

On sonic speakeasies, listening cafés, and vinyl bars in Montreal

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On sonic speakeasies, listening cafés, and vinyl bars in Montreal

Sound, silence, and experience: Listening in on conversations with the audiophiles driving Montreal's sonic spaces.

No Shows Continue to Plague Some of Montreal's Best Restaurants

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No Shows Continue to Plague Some of Montreal's Best Restaurants

Montreal DINR partners open up about the impact no-shows have on their business, from the seating plan to the bottom line.

Behind the scenes with Marc Cohen, Chef and Co-Owner of Montreal's Lawrence

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Behind the scenes with Marc Cohen, Chef and Co-Owner of Montreal's Lawrence

The British-born chef recently sat down with The Main to talk about his inspiration and approach, the rhythm of the restaurant, and some spherical objects.