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8 Of Montreal's Best Mini Egg Treats To Put Some Spring In Your Step (& Your Mouth)

Move over, sugar shacks, Montreal bakeries are hatching some serious sweetness for spring — many in the form of mini egg masterpieces. You'll find candy-coated chocolates Cadbury-ed into everything from cookies and cake pops to biscotti and even pies.

These pastel explosions are sure to remind you that warmer weather is a hop, skip and a jump away:

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This Montreal Restaurant Is Hosting A Vegan Sugar Shack Brunch For $25/Person

Sugar shacks are notoriously heavy on the maple and the meat, but one Montreal restaurant is making the classic Quebec meal more accessible to those who prefer a plant-based diet. On March 18 and 19, Mile End vegan diner Mimi & Jones is hosting a two-day cabane à sucre style brunch with mimosa specials.

For $25 per person, guests can indulge in all the sweet and savoury dishes, including scrambled tofu, seitan bacon, pancakes with maple syrup, homemade beans, cretons, toast, breakfast potatoes and maple taffy. The traditional sugary treat will be prepared on snow outside on the restaurant terrasse.

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Pizzaghetti Is A Montreal 'Mess'terpiece With Mysterious Origins — Here's Why It Stuck Around

You may have heard poutine is Quebec's national dish, but gravy cheese fries have a weird cousin that has featured on Montreal deli and diner menus for as long, if not longer. Enter: Pizzaghetti, a messy mix of two Italian staples and a fan favourite of those who like their carbs with a side of carbs (and sometimes carbonara).

The dish comes in the form of a personal pan pizza, usually split down the middle and separated by a heaping portion of spaghetti doused in sauce. In some cases, the pasta is even cooked into the pie.

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This Authentic Montreal Greek Restaurant Will Take Your Taste Buds On A Trip To Athens

Montreal's Mediterranean food scene remains unmatched. However, if you're on the lookout for the best of the best when it comes to authentic Greek food, then we've got a spot that will have you screaming "OPA!" by the end of your meal.

Rôtisserie Panama is known for its homestyle Greek eats and specialties, including authentic Greek-style grilled chicken, grilled lamb chops, fresh fish, octopus and of course you can't forget about the calamari.

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6 Montreal Cafés With The Most Colourful Lattés & Where To Find Them

Coffee is a go-to winter pick-me-up for many Montrealers, but you might be looking for an extra boost during the last weeks of cold season. Colour can have a psychological impact on our moods and emotions, especially when coupled with caffeine.

Some say bright colours, such as orange and yellow, are associated with increased energy and happiness, while pastels tones, such as pink and lavender, can evoke feelings of calm and relaxation. That means a vibrant cuppa can not only wake you up but also uplift your mood.

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Steamies Are A Montreal Specialty — Here's What Makes The Hot Dogs So Iconic

Montreal hot dogs aren't just an affordable late-night snack, they're also a local speciality — steamies, or steamé, are uniquely Quebecois. They're often smaller than steam-cooked hot dogs south of the border and topped with onions, relish, coleslaw and a tangy "secret" sauce that varies from vendor to vendor.

The street food dates back to the early 1940s when Montreal saw a period of rapid urbanization and many Quebecers moved to the city from rural areas to find work. Hot dog stands began to pop up, offering a convenient and inexpensive snack that could be eaten quickly and easily, which made them popular with factory workers.

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Montreal Has A New Vietnamese Restaurant — A Flavourful Collab Between Ganadara & Sushi Sama

Montreal, meet Bếp Cuisine Viet — the newest Vietnamese restaurant to join the city's impressive roster of foodie spots. In collaboration with Ganadara, Sushi Sama and Poke MTL, Bếp Cuisine is offering up all your Vietnamese must-haves.

Despite aiming to open last winter, Bếp officially opened its doors back in November 2022 and is located on rue Jarry E. in Montreal's Villeray borough.

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6 Of The Most Buzz-Worthy Montreal Cafés Serving Specialty Coffee, According To Google Data

Montrealers are thirsty for third-wave coffee — high quality brew made from sustainably cultivated and ethically sourced beans — and more local cafés than ever are satisfying that craving. Specialty coffee, sometimes roasted on-site, has become the calling card of many a coffee shop in the city.

According to Google data, these Montreal cafés are brimming with positive reviews of their brew:

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12 Of Montreal's Best-Loved Poutines & Where To Find Them

Among Montreal's favourite meals is the humble poutine, a comfort food with no equal that I've ever encountered. Perfect when you're intoxicated and delicious when you're sober, poutine brings warm, cheesy goodness to any occasion. But if you're new in town (or just live under a rock for cheap rent), it can be daunting to face the sheer number of poutine options at your fingertips these days.

Consider this your guided tour of the most well-respected poutine establishments across the island, curated by adoring Montrealers and earnest allies. There's more to poutine than just La Banquise, but it's an excellent place to start.

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This Popular Downtown Montreal Late-Night Food Joint Has Closed

Downtown Montreal has already lost a number of iconic businesses this year, from a famed student bar to a historic music store. Now, it seems a popular late-night food joint has joined the ranks.

The Belle Pro at the corner of St-Laurent and Sainte-Catherine has shut its doors, meaning you'll have to look elsewhere for your post-party poutine fix.

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12 Brunch Spots In Montreal That Take Reservations So You Can Skip The Ridiculous Lines

In Montreal, brunch isn't just a meal, it's a sport — with competitors striving for decadence, affordability or variety. But let's face it, waiting in line is for losers. Instead, book a table at one of the best spots for brunch — in downtown Montreal, elsewhere on the island, or beyond — and show off your skills where it counts: in the arena of eating delicious food. The competition is fierce, but with a little strategy and a lot of appetite, you can come out on top.

Check out these 12 brunch spots in Montreal that take weekend reservations so you can sip those mimosas practically from the moment you arrive.

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9 Spots To Get A Bangin' Montreal Brunch Under $30

Sometimes, all you need is a nice brunch with the boys. Unfortunately, this most sociable of meals can tend to run on the expensive side, especially if you're looking for quality. Montreal has a host of brunchable restaurants, but finding the perfect spot on a budget can be a struggle. No longer! This list rounds up some of the best affordable brunch locations across the city, for anyone not prepared to drop a day's work on two coffees and a loaded crepe.

To make it onto this hallowed list, each restaurant has to be affordable enough to get a good meal AND a good drink. We can't be making the girlies choose between a mimosa and an eggs bennie. It's simply not done.

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