Has Yotam Ottolenghi taken over the world? Perhaps not, but he's certainly a big reason that Middle Eastern cuisine is big right now. And with a strong Syrian community in Montreal (and proud reps from the rest of the Middle East), the city isn't lacking hummus. Damas, Sumac, … [Read more...] about Omnivore Grill and the Story of the Plateau Work Lunch
Casual Dining
The Great St-Henri Taco Crawl 2016
Okay, fine, the title's a bit ridiculous, because there couldn't have been a St-Henri taco crawl in 2015 – there weren't enough taco places! But like I said when I threw the "1st Annual Volk/Watson Christmas Extravaganza," there will obvious be more years of this awesome event to … [Read more...] about The Great St-Henri Taco Crawl 2016
Houston Avenue Bar & Grill Takes Over the Former Cavalli Space on Peel Street
Joe Mercuri might be known for the grill in his eponymous fine dining restaurant in the Old Port. But he's also been the man behind the menu at the Houston's chain of restaurants for years. Apparently they begged him. And he finally caved, as long as he could introduce a local, … [Read more...] about Houston Avenue Bar & Grill Takes Over the Former Cavalli Space on Peel Street
It’s Pronounced Poké: This healthy Hawaiian rice bowl is the next sushi (with gluten free options!)
That's what owner Allen Mouradian thinks, and so do a lot of restauranteurs in other cities – that poké is the next big thing in Montreal. We're the latest city to get on the poké bandwagon, and Le Poké Bar on Crescent St. north of de Maisonneuve is the first restaurant in the … [Read more...] about It’s Pronounced Poké: This healthy Hawaiian rice bowl is the next sushi (with gluten free options!)
The Montreal Gluten Free Pastry Throwdown: Le Marquis vs. L’Artisan Délices San Gluten
This Montreal gluten free bakery throwdown is a bit like the Bible. Or at least that part at the beginning with all the begat-ing. Adam begat so-and-so who begat so-and-so who begat so-and-so. (NB: During fact-checking, I realized that the whole begating thing is pretty … [Read more...] about The Montreal Gluten Free Pastry Throwdown: Le Marquis vs. L’Artisan Délices San Gluten
Chipotle & Jalapeño: 2 for 1 Margaritas and a Killer Lunch Table D’Hôte
There are three things that Montrealers love: 1. Happy Hour 2. Tacos 3. Terrasses Not necessarily in that order. You could also argue that they love tartare, but I feel that's more about nostalgia than dopamine. If you put those three things together, you get Chipotle & … [Read more...] about Chipotle & Jalapeño: 2 for 1 Margaritas and a Killer Lunch Table D’Hôte
Copper Branch: Indulgent Vegetarian Restaurants in Montreal
Copper Branch = Where you eat if you're craving poutine or a burger...and you're gluten free or vegan – because what you're left with when you get rid of the bun, the cheese, the gravy and the burger at a regular snackbar is, essentially, a piece of lettuce. And that's awfully … [Read more...] about Copper Branch: Indulgent Vegetarian Restaurants in Montreal
Loïc Wine Bar and Two Wine Events in Montreal
First there was Ludger. Now there's Loïc. Here's what you need to know about the second wine bar in Montreal's St-Henri neighbourhood: Decor. It's in an old bank, so the ceilings are high, the feel is hipster but with a grungy looking seating area in front of the bar and a … [Read more...] about Loïc Wine Bar and Two Wine Events in Montreal
The St-Henri Taco War, Tacos Victor, and the Hunt for Tomatillo Salsa
I'd been craving tomatillo salsa ever since hearing about three new taco places in St-Henri: 1. A hipster-looking Tequila bar where the tacos were reviewed as pretty alright. 2. A dirt cheap Mexican Tacqueria type of place where pork and al pastor reigns supreme. But quality was … [Read more...] about The St-Henri Taco War, Tacos Victor, and the Hunt for Tomatillo Salsa
Vegan Ice Cream Sundaes at Sophie Sucrée in Montreal
It's not too late! There's still a week of summer before the darn Equinox pulls the ice cream sundae rug out from under us. That means there's still time to try the caramel and raspberry coulis-topped ice cream sundae with whatever two scoops of the four or five daily flavours … [Read more...] about Vegan Ice Cream Sundaes at Sophie Sucrée in Montreal