My Montreal Bucket List: Climbing the Stairs of Saint Joseph’s Oratory
One less thing off the Montreal bucket list! Check: Work off winter by climbing the 280 steps of St. Joseph’s Oratory.
To Live
Hot off the Presses : Getting to Know Cinema Politica
Ten years and still going strong, Cinema Politica screens independent, political documentaries. Ezra Winton and Inês Lopes talk about the organization and their new book Screening Truth to Power.
The 411 on 420 in the 514 : Marijuana and Montreal
It’s not legal, but it’s not exactly criminal either. Montreal is laid-back about smoking l’herbe, especially on 420 day. Here are some basics about Montreal and marijuana.
Restaurant Review : Go Wild at Manitoba
Manitoba restaurant focuses on wild and locally sourced ingredients to create a constantly changing menu.
Places To Learn French in Montreal vol. 1
Trying to figure out how to learn French in Montreal without spending too much money? Here’s some suggestions. Don’t worry… we don’t tell you “just go speak to someone.”
La Tablette de Miss Choco Does It Bean To Bar
New Montreal chocolate store focuses on a bean to bar production method.
Hidden Treasures at Antiquités Van Horne: One of Montreal’s Best Antique Dealers
This labyrinth of beloved objects and curios has something for everyone — even a 16th century bibliophile — tucked away.
Clubs You Never Knew Existed: The Montreal Ukulele Club
Just celebrating its fourth year, the Ukulele Club is one of the happiest clubs in the city. After all, you can’t be mad while playing a ukulele.
Nothing Nutty About Cho’cola Bakeshop
The nut-free pastries at Montreal’s two Cho’Cola Bakeshops are dreamy. Turns out that pastries are just the beginning.
Studio Porte Bleue Opens its Door to Experimental Works
Colin Lalonde, founder and artistic director of Studio Porte Bleue, talks about why he showcases non-traditional theatre works in a non-traditional space in St. Henri.
Bishop and Bagg Reviewed : One Bourbon, One Scotch, and One Beer
Bishop and Bagg says Tally-Ho to Mile End Hipsters with warm ambiance, good food and drink.
Experience a Snoezeland and Benefit The Centre de Readaptation Lucie-Bruneau
Dance to some DJ beats and have your senses stimulated at the benefit for the Foundation of the Rehabilitaion Center Lucie-Bruneau
Get Your Naughty On (or Off) At The Wiggle Room
Bad boy Jeremy Hetchman talks about creating an authentic speakeasy in Montreal with a bathroom built for three.
Is There Something Funny Going On?
Jacy Lafontaine talks about being part of the weekly Blue Dog Motel comedy event.
Welcoming Plateau Noodle House Warms and Delights
Food reviewer Annie Shreeve checks out Plateau noodle house Tampopo and reports back on its welcoming atmosphere and delicious dishes.
Colourful Art and Croissants at Chez Fred
Julian Baslyk’s exhibition of colourful paintings makes for a night of good food, good music, and good art in NDG.
Nothing Left But Grease. Rapido Closes
Don’t know what’s near the Mt. Royal metro and open at 3 a.m. Check out this list for a few suggestions.
Pocket-Sized Venezuelan Gem Cachitos
Tiny but tasty, Venezuelan pastry shop Cachitos makes great sandwiches, tiny pastries, and coffee drinks.
Yeah, I Know, and Such Small Portions. Chez Boris Review
I came for the coffee and stayed for the borscht, beignets, latkes, and kvass.
Guardians of the Cross. Celebrating an Anniversary with Satire and Absurdity
Mercieca’s Politically Absurd Comedy Guardians of the Cross marks the anniversary of performance and arts organization Le Nouveau International