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6 Old Montreal Terrasses Gave Us A Sneak Peek At What To Expect When They Reopen (PHOTOS)

Quebec has finally unveiled its three-stage deconfinement plan, announcing that restaurant and bar terrasses in Montreal can reopen on May 28 and June 11, respectively.

That means Old Montreal is currently preparing for a busy summer. Here's a sneak peek at what you can expect when six of its terrasses open on May 28. 

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Quebec Wants You To Watch Out For Scammers Offering Fraudulent COVID-19 Vaccines For A Fee

As COVID-19 vaccination ramps up in Quebec, watch out for scams. According to the provincial government and Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC), fraudsters are calling people up to offer vaccines for a fee — and nothing about it is legit.  

The CAFC told MTL Blog that between September 2020 — prior to the COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Canada — and January 2021, it received reports of fraud calls offering "vaccine kits," "vaccine sign-up links" and scam-artists posing as the World Health Organization.

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8 Montreal Chinese Restaurants To Discover If You're Too Damn Lazy To Make Your Own Dinner

Time and time again, the endless list of Montreal Chinese restaurants has blessed us with a million different options for takeout.

When you think of cuisines from around the world, one of the first you likely think of is Chinese.

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6 Decadent Restaurants That Offer Free Delivery For Valentine's Day

It's almost Valentine's Day and romance is in the air. While your plans this year won't include heading out to your favourite restaurant, you can indulge in a decadent meal right at home with your significant other (or yourself, if you're happily single).

Using Skip, you can order delicious food and enjoy free delivery across Quebec until March 31. In addition to supporting Montreal restaurants with this promo, you can also add a romantic flare by preparing a candlelight dinner with the convenience of food delivery.

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12 Montreal Dishes To Try On NYE If You’re Tired Of Ordering The Same Thing All The Time

People have always had different ways of welcoming the new year. Whether it’s dressing up for a big party or a simple night in with your S.O., it’s always been a wonderful opportunity to reflect on past accomplishments and spend time with loved ones. Even better, it’s a free pass to indulge in all the tasty foods we love!

And even though this December 31, we'll be cozy and safe at home instead, some traditions remain. You still want to be sure that the food you choose to spoil yourself with lets you start the new year off the right way.

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9 Montreal Spots To Get A Full Turkey Dinner In A Box Cause You Def Don't Need More Stress

Thanksgiving weekend is here — but since private gatherings are prohibited in Montreal, you're only allowed to mark the day of thanks with people you live with, meaning many families won't be able to get together. 

Nevertheless, you can still look forward to good festive food!

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9 Montreal Stores With 'Click & Collect' For Safe Shopping When You Hate Delivery Fees

It's that time of year again! With Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas fast approaching, shopping in Montreal is about to get hectic.  

While retail stores are open in Montreal as part of Quebec's red-zone protocols, shopping in any enclosed space can be risky, as coronavirus cases are on the rise.

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