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Montreal's Christmas bar is open for the season and it looks like a winter wonderland

If you've been waiting for the moment the holidays officially take over Montreal, this is it. La Taverne de Noël is now open for the season, and the space has once again transformed into a cozy Christmas fantasy that feels like stepping inside a snow globe.

For a few weeks each year, the popular Le Petit Dep café-bar on Saint-Laurent turns into a full holiday tavern. The room is filled with ornaments hanging from the ceiling, colourful tinsel, warm vintage lighting, nutcrackers, classic Santa figurines, and a soft holiday glow that makes you want to sit and stay for a while with something warm to sip on.

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5 Montreal Tim Hortons locations got hit with thousands in health inspection fines in 2025

If you grab your morning coffee at Tim Hortons, you might want to know that several Montreal branches were fined for hygiene issues this past year.

Public records released by the Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation du Québec (MAPAQ) show that five different Tim Hortons locations on the island were found guilty of food safety violations linked to inspections carried out in 2023 and 2024, with court judgments issued in 2024 and 2025. Two of the restaurants were fined twice in 2025 for repeated issues, and a few have since ceased operations under the operator responsible at the time.

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You can dine inside cozy heated domes on this Old Montreal rooftop this winter

Now that summer is long gone, Montreal restaurant lovers are already counting down the days until terrasse season returns. But even though winter is upon us, dinner with a pretty outdoor view is not impossible.

Perched above Old Montreal, Terrasse William Gray is widely considered one of the country's top patio spots. And that reputation seems to follow them even once the snow starts falling.

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How to make your Halloween in Montreal more inclusive, accessible and super fun

Ghosts, goblins and ghouls aren't the only ones getting ready for Halloween — Quebecers are, too! But while the spooky spirit is alive and well, new data shows there's still a confidence gap when it comes to hosting accessible celebrations.

According to Mars Canada's 2025 Spooktacular Trends Report, 59% of Quebecers plan to celebrate this year. And that doesn't just mean handing out candy: Gen Z and millennial Canadians are more likely to trick-or-treat (42%) than provide their own treats (40%).

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This Old Montreal café is the new all-day spot for fresh bites and Mediterranean flair

Inside Hotel Nelligan, mornings at Mama C Café begin with the hum of the espresso machine and sunlight pouring through the front windows. Grab a seat by the window for a cozy moment or head to the back, where high ceilings and a skylight make the space feel open and airy.

From 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., the café keeps things light and fresh. The daytime menu features barista-style coffees like freddo cappuccinos and espressos, along with smoothies, toasts, hearty bowls, and sandwiches made with a Mediterranean twist.

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'There was a weird energy:' A Montreal chef opened up about serving Trudeau and Katy Perry

A romance between former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and pop star Katy Perry is something very few of us had on our 2025 bingo cards. Now, the chef who served them during their viral Montreal dinner date is weighing in.

It all started back in July at Le Violon, a 50-seat Plateau restaurant on rue Marquette that was recently named Canada's "best new restaurant." The ex-world leader and singer were photographed at a window table with cocktails and a few shared plates. And within hours, the sighting was everywhere, thanks to TMZ.

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One of Montreal's top-rated bagel spots was just hit with $3k+ in health inspection fines

A popular Montreal bagel shop has been slapped with more than $3,000 in fines this year after Quebec's Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ) flagged multiple violations tied to hygiene and cleanliness.

According to MAPAQ records, Bagel St-Henri, located at 4354 Saint-Antoine Ouest, received two fines following inspections carried out in March 2024. The Montreal municipal court handed down judgments on September 5, 2025, totalling $3,500 in penalties.

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A bunch of grocery items were just recalled in Quebec, including ice cream, chips & nuts

Another day, another round of food recalls in Quebec.

Between pistachios tied to a major salmonella outbreak, and even smoked salmon and herbs with serious issues, there's a long list of products you'll want to avoid or get rid of.

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A celebrity chef is taking over Montreal's old Archambault building with his first café

One of Montreal's most recognizable corners is about to look a little different. The former Archambault building at Berri and Sainte-Catherine, which shut its doors in 2021 after more than a century in business, is getting a new tenant, and a big name is behind it.

According to a report from Narcity Quebec, Montreal celebrity chef Laurent Dagenais, known for his huge social media following and new South Shore restaurant Limousine, is opening his first café downtown. The project is called Maison BaultBerri, acting as a nod to the old Archambault name and its location on Berri Street.

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Cheap eats: 9 delicious Montreal restaurants you can still chow down at for $10 or less

Finding a decent meal at a Montreal restaurant for under ten bucks feels almost mythical these days.

Rent is up, grocery prices are up, and even your standard street pizza slice is creeping past the $5 mark. But the city still has a handful of places where a ten-dollar bill actually gets you fed (and satisfied).

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Montreal has 9 of Canada's 'best new restaurants' & one hosted Trudeau & Katy Perry's date

Montreal's dining scene just earned serious bragging rights.

Air Canada just released the finalists for its Best New Restaurants 2025 list, and our city is on full display. Every year, anonymous experts visit and evaluate new restaurants across the country, weighing everything from food quality and creativity to service and cultural impact, making it one of the country's most respected food rankings.

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A Montreal burger joint was just crowned Canada's best after beating out hundreds of others

Burger Week 2025 has officially wrapped, and Montreal has every reason to brag. After a week of stacked patties, wild toppings, and 374 restaurants competing from coast to coast, the crown for Canada's best burger didn't land in Toronto or Vancouver — it stayed right here in Quebec.

One downtown joint rose above the rest, taking home the top prize in national customer voting and officially cementing itself as a heavyweight in the country's burger scene. Patty Slaps, a newcomer on the Montreal restaurant scene, walked away as Canada's burger champ, and for good reason.

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