If you’ve been reading this blog for a while, you already know that my favourite restaurant in the world is New York City’s Eleven Madison Park. I realize that there are a lot of great restaurants in the world that I haven’t been to yet but I have a very special spot in my heart …
I wrote an updated 2014 comprehensive article here. The street food movement in Montreal is still in its embryonic stage. The city has recently lifted a 66-year ban on street food and has actively been working on a pilot project, which will be put to the test this coming summer. Last year, a handful of …
The much anticipated Boucherie Lawrence just opened in the Mile-End 4 days ago and I’ve already been twice in as many days. Yes, it’s that good. This neighbourhood butcher shop comes from the same people as Lawrence restaurant two doors down. The large lettering on the outside window and the small pig sign makes it …
Joe Beef has a reputation. In fact, Joe Beef has several reputations. It has the reputation of being one of the best restaurants in Montreal, if not the entire country. It has the reputation of being one of well-travelled TV-star Anthony Bourdain’s favourite restaurants in the world. The Joe Beef guys – David McMillan and …
It’s that time of year again! Time to step out into the heat and stretch your winter-worn muscles into a virtual sun salutation that will last a few weeks. I am always fascinated by how strongly Montrealers are attracted by a spot of sunshine and some warmth. When I first moved here from a warm(er) …
