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Former NFLer Laurent Duvernay-Taridif reacts as his Montreal business goes up in flames

A fire has caused significant damage to the pastry lab of Pain dans les Voiles, a bakery chain co-owned by former NFL player Laurent Duvernay-Tardif. The incident, which occurred on March 30, has disrupted operations at the facility that produces croissants for all the bakery's locations.

In an Instagram video shared on March 31, Duvernay-Tardif updated the public, saying, "Today's not a very joyful day for Pain dans les Voiles." He reassured customers that no one was injured in the fire, adding, "That's the good news. It’s still a difficult situation for the team, but we'll adapt and find solutions."

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6 cozy Montreal cafes every local needs to visit before fall is over

Autumn is in full swing in Montreal — the weather is crisp, the leaves have changed colour and festive fall drinks are on every menu in every cafe.

While Starbucks' Pumpkin Spice Latte may be the most popular fall beverage, so many Montreal cafes have seasonal refreshments that are just as good, if not better. Let's be real: local, fresh ingredients make everything taste more delicious.

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This Montreal patisserie was named among the best pastry shops in the world

Montrealers know we're spoiled when it comes to baked treats — from croissants to macarons, plus Quebec classics like sugar pie, it sometimes feels like you can't go more than a block without passing a pastry shop so enticing it threatens to ruin your appetite for the rest of the day.

While our status as the pastry capital of Canada is pretty undeniable, at least to us locals, the real question is: How do Montreal patisseries stack up against the rest of the world's patisseries? And, yes... that includes France.

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This Montreal croissant festival is rolling out buttery, flaky pastries for $1.50 each

Montreal is slicing prices on your favourite crescent-shaped treats for one day this month. On June 15, local bakeries like Arhoma, Boulangerie Jarry, Duc de Lorraine, and Le P'tit Atelier will participate in La Fête du Croissant, buttering up the city with handcrafted croissants for $1.50 each.

The special event, now a yearly tradition, promotes the artistry of local bakers who specialize in making croissants using pure butter, and a work-intensive process of laminating and leavening the dough, which is then proofed, baked, and sold on-site.

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The 9 Best Croissants In Montreal, According To People From France

When it comes to pastries in Montreal, one French delicacy reigns supreme: the croissant. But with so many bakeries and cafés to choose from, it's hard to know where to find the flakiest, most buttery options.

Maudits Français, the expat team that found the best baguettes in the city, has scoured Montreal for the croissants that will transport you straight to the streets of Paris.

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11 Must-Try Montreal Treats If You've Got A Thing For Cadbury Mini Eggs

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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7 Must-Try Montreal Valentine's Day Treats That Aren't Just Chocolate Hearts

Montreal cafés and bakeries are starting to serve special Valentine's Day treats for you to get your sweetie with a sweet tooth. Instead of the usual mass-produced chocolates, these goodies offer a personal touch, so you can show your partner or pal(s) how much they mean to you. Of course, you could also just spoil yourself for the Hallmark holiday.

Here are some love-themed desserts to get the special someone in your life (even if that's you):

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5 Montreal Bakeries With Mini Eggs Easter Treats For All You Mini-Eggheads

April marks the month of sweet indulgence into the creamy world of chocolate. And in that world, Mini Eggs reign supreme. This is exactly why we made a list of Montreal bakeries where you can find desserts filled with these little colourful eggs to properly celebrate the Easter season (or just, you know, the weekend).

Since Easter is around the corner, you're going to want to make sure to order ASAP because you know these spots are going to be hopping (like the Easter Bunny) from now until next Monday.

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This Montreal Bakery Has A Donut With A Full Chocolate Bar Inside

Montreal is home to some of the most delish cafés and bakeries offering up decadent sweet treats that are bound to make your mouth water, Bernie Beigne being one of 'em. This Mile-End bakery serves unique donuts that are out of this world, including their most recent deluxe Twix donut with a full chocolate bar inside.

Bernie Beigne told MTL Blog that donut is stuffed with an entire Twix chocolate bar, then dipped into chocolate and topped with whipped cream. It doesn't end there: the donut is then drizzled with caramel and finally finished off with crushed Twix pieces on top. Uhh, yes, please!

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This Montreal Ice Cream Spot Has Towering Maple Sugar Treats & It’s So Canadian

Fun fact: Did you know that Canada produces 85% of the entire world's maple syrup? With sugaring season well upon us, there's no better time for some maple-inspired teats, and Gaufres&Glaces is doing it just right. The Montreal ice cream and waffle shop introduced two brand new items for maple lovers across the city — a waffle, and a milkshake.

"It's sugar shack season and Gaufres&Glaces is always there for your sweet tooth," they wrote on Instagram. "Introducing our new maple syrup waffle."

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This Laval Baker Makes A Mini Eggs Bread & You Don’t Have To Wait Until Easter To Try It

If you find yourself craving something sweet, but wanna switch things up a bit, this Laval bakery has got you covered! The online-only bakery has crafted a decadent mini-eggs bread that is truly the ultimate Easter dessert — and luckily you don't have to wait until the holiday comes around to enjoy it.

Bread Pitt (can we talk about this genius name for a sec?) is the mastermind behind this delish operation and has created a number of desserts for special occasions and holidays — Easter being the next one.

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6 Montreal Spots To Visit If You’re Seriously Nutella-Obsessed

Calling all fellow Nutella-lovers! Montreal is a city filled with delicious desserts, but for those of us that know the only thing better than eating this chocolatey-hazelnutty goodness with a spoon is sinking your teeth into a sweet treat filled with Nutella.

Luckily, the city is full of great spots to satisfy your sweet tooth, so check out these must-visit Greater Montreal spots to fulfill all your Nutella needs.

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