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Despite this city’s many robust Middle Eastern communities, it ain’t easy to find a good falafel in this town. Too many of these savoury, fried chickpea balls wither under heat lamps, only to be nuked for the occasional vegetarians uninterested in the vertical spit. Here are a few restaurants that … Read More
Face it: Your lifestyle has made you soft. Too many martinis and too much foie gras; not enough wood chopping, bear wrestling and horseback riding. It’s not too late, however, to reclaim your manhood. This week, we run down the best places to ride horses around Montreal. Head out for … Read More
With the Grand Prix behind us, Montreal’s attention is focused on the World Cup, and loyalties are divided. Join the rabid fans in these five neighbourhoods: The Plateau: Portugal & Brazil At Portuguese-owned Frappé, fans celebrate (or grieve) with sangria on its two terraces. Nearby, Champs, which boasts 70-plus TVs, … Read More
Noodles, sprouts, basil, beef. A squirt of lime and a dash of Sriracha. They’re all key parts of pho, the Vietnamese staple soup, but it’s the broth that fosters the greatest loyalty. Here, Montreal’s finest bowls of pho. Pho Lien This Côte-des-Neiges destination has earned serious praise for its chicken … Read More
City living can tend to lend itself more to migraines and meltdowns than inner peace. Switch off your cell and retreat to one of these local sanctuaries. Master Zen ADD begone! Learn to focus, channel your creativity and improve your coordination, at the Montreal Zen Centre’s half-day introductory Zen workshop … Read More
