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Feeding my Fix at Schwartz’s
There are few meals that I’d consider life changing, and this one was declared on first bite. The Smoked Meat Sandwich ($5.50) at Schwartz’s in Montreal is an experience I can only describe as a...
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The Best Steak Frites (Outside of France)
When it comes to Steak Frites, everyone I know agrees there’s one place that always gets it right: L’Express in Montreal (3927 St.-Denis Rue). We’ve previously sang the praises of this French bistro,...
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The Birthplace of Poutine
We’ve done a lot of investigating on Toronto’s poutine — from the delightful bowl at Pantry to the bio-degradable deep container at Poutini’s — but sometimes you gotta go right to the source. Poutine...
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Henri’s Haitian Patties
Whenever I think of patties, I think of Jamaican patties, like the ones found between coco bread. But thanks to my favourite Haitian, Henri, I have now experienced Haitian Patties. Imported all the...
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This Little Piggy went to Au Pied De Cochon
There are those restaurants that take on legendary status because everyone you know talks about it, worships it, and there’s not a doubt in your mind that you need to try it. Au Pied De Cochon climbed...
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Montreal’s Most Succulent Squid
During a recent trip to Montreal, I was told to visit Restaurant Jano (3883 St Laurent,) for the best grilled squid in the world. The tip came from my pal Sean Lalla, who told me this Portuguese grill...
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Gushing over Olive et Gourmando
It’s not an understatement when I proclaim that Olive et Gourmando is one of my favourite places to eat in the world. When I was in Montreal for six days on a work trip, I ate here four times. The...
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Pickle Me This
I’m a big fan of pickles and what you’re looking at is the tastiest dill pickle around. The skin is crunchy, the insides are lip-puckering and it’s featured at acclaimed establishments like Schwartz’s...
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The Best Breakfast in the World
Sitting here with this view makes for one fantastic morning. If you’ve been to this restaurant in Montreal, you’ll recognize it instantly. If you haven’t, well, next time you visit the city make a...
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Stellar Tapas at Tapeo
When I travel for my day job, the concierge duties of finding good restaurants and making reservations for my department falls on my shoulders. It’s a responsibility that’s not in my official job...
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