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5 à 7 montreal

The summer season is already heating up and things are about to sizzle even more thanks to brand new 5 à 7 in Montreal.

Améa Café has officially launched its very own social CINQ@SEPT, which will take place the first Wednesday of every month (with the possibility of it becoming a bi-monthly event).

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Happy hour in Montreal has taken on a life of its own and rightfully so. While there are lots of must-try spots across Montreal with happy hour menus where you can get your hands on cheap drinks and discounted bites, we're making things a bit easier by compiling some of the best of the best.

Whether you're in the mood for a fancy night out, a romantic date or simply a post-work sesh with some pals, there's a happy hour experience calling your name.

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Montreal's food scene is on fire this week, offering everything from jiggly, cat-shaped desserts to exclusive brunch events that'll cure any Nuit Blanche hangover.

Aside from the seasonal return of McDonald's Shamrock Shake and the chance to craft your own pasta bowl at a new restaurant, you can sip local wine at a Saint-Henri café or score Montreal macarons for a steal.

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Summer is ending in the 514, and sadly, the urban beaches are closing one by one. After saying goodbye to the Clock Tower Beach last week, Montrealers only have three more evenings to whoop it up at the trendy Village au Pied-du-Courant before the summer venue winds up its ninth edition.

On Thursday, September 8, you can attend a fun event dedicated to the 'van-life' in Quebec, with good music, food and showcases of minivans and special SUVs converted to live on the road.

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Montreal restaurants are finally coming back to life, as is one of the city's summer must-try spots, Bazart! The evocative space is returning to the iconic New City Gas venue just in time for the summer season, and Bazart is ready to rock your world.

Launching its second season on May 26, Bazart is bringing back its totally laid-back, exotic and intoxicating vibes, inspired by places such as Tulum and Mykonos — with wicker baskets and a swinging bed.

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As a Montrealer, there's nothing I love more than a good 5 à 7 (especially in the summer) and discovering a secret spot somewhere in the city. That's why I was so excited when I stumbled upon l'Hôtel Particulier Griffintown (HPG)'s Secret Garden.

Located in the heart of one of the city's most bustling terrasse-filled areas, HPG is an absolute oasis for those who want to be part of the action in a more intimate setting, because you and your friends can actually rent it out and have a secret garden all to yourselves! The website recommends using the space for a 5 à 7, brunch, picnic, summer party, dinner or BBQ.

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