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      • Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
      • Mile End
      • Mile-Ex
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      • Boutique / Store
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      34 of Montreal's Top Upscale Restaurants
      J.P. Karwacki

      34 of Montreal's Top Upscale Restaurants

      There are, without question, thousands of names that we would consider to be the best restaurants in Montreal. With its rich history of chefs with storied backgrounds and diversified dining culture, the following names can be counted among the highest tier in the city.

      Sabayon Marks a Return to Savoury Roots for Patrice Demers and Marie-Josée Beaudoin
      J.P. Karwacki

      Sabayon Marks a Return to Savoury Roots for Patrice Demers and Marie-Josée Beaudoin

      One year since the closure of Patrice Pâtissier, the city of Montreal is welcoming Pointe-Saint-Charles' newest dining option with open arms.

      Montreal's Hospitality Industry is Changing
      Rachel Cheng

      Montreal's Hospitality Industry is Changing

      We spoke with several DINR partners to discuss how Montreal restaurants are breaking the cycle and redefining hospitality.

      Behind the scenes with Marc Cohen, Chef and Co-Owner of Montreal's Lawrence
      Ivy Lerner-Frank

      Behind the Scenes with Marc Cohen, Chef and Co-Owner of Montreal's Lawrence

      The British-born chef recently sat down with The Main to talk about his inspiration and approach, the rhythm of the restaurant, and some spherical objects.

      WILLS: A New Hub for Balanced Beer in Mile-Ex
      Daniel Bromberg

      WILLS: A New Hub for Balanced Beer in Mile-Ex

      Montreal’s newest microbrewery opens up about what it means for the city.

      Summer Dining Hotspots: Reserve Tonight at Montreal’s Must-Visit Restaurants
      J.P. Karwacki

      Summer Dining Hotspots: Reserve Tonight at Montreal’s Must-Visit Restaurants

      Summer is here and in full swing. And you know what that means—dining out just got a whole lot better. This list is your go-to guide for that special place you'll want to reserve the next time you head out for dinner.

      Miett Chips: The New Potato Chip Everyone Is Talking About
      Daniel Bromberg

      Miett Chips: The New Potato Chip Everyone Is Talking About

      Find out how this Quebec-based producer is turning the potato chip game on its head.

      Shopping for wine? Head down to your local caviste.
      Daniel Bromberg

      Shopping for Wine? Head Down to Your Local Caviste.

      Find out about the alternative to buying wine in Montreal at the SAQ with this short introduction to local cavistes.

      Vinorama: An interview with Montreal's favourite Whinemom
      Daniel Bromberg

      Vinorama: An Interview with Montreal's Favourite Whinemom

      Curator, partner, and oenophile Carolyn Aubry recently sat down with The Main to pour out the full story of her wine shop, Vinorama.

      15 Montreal Terrasses to Check Out in Summer 2023
      The Main

      15 Montreal Terrasses to Check Out in Summer 2023

      The sun is shining, the thermometer is way up, and that can only mean one thing: finding the best place to sit, drink, and soak up Montreal's summer vibes.

      Craving Curator's Guide to Dining in Montreal
      Scott Usheroff

      Craving Curator's Guide to Dining in Montreal

      Come along as food photographer Scott Usheroff guides you through the city's diverse gastronomic scene with this personally curated selection of 'must-tries' from 10 Montreal establishments.

      Le Café Big Trouble revives a vibe in Montreal's Quartier Latin
      J.P. Karwacki

      Le Café Big Trouble Revives a Vibe in Montreal's Quartier Latin

      Serving homemade menus with some '90s family-style nostalgia, Big Trouble is the final piece in an eat-sleep-jam 'European' model for the local music venue Turbo Haus.

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      Food & Drink

      188
      34 of Montreal's Top Upscale Restaurants
      J.P. Karwacki

      34 of Montreal's Top Upscale Restaurants

      There are, without question, thousands of names that we would consider to be the best restaurants in Montreal. With its rich history of chefs with storied backgrounds and diversified dining culture, the following names can be counted among the highest tier in the city.

      Sabayon Marks a Return to Savoury Roots for Patrice Demers and Marie-Josée Beaudoin
      J.P. Karwacki

      Sabayon Marks a Return to Savoury Roots for Patrice Demers and Marie-Josée Beaudoin

      One year since the closure of Patrice Pâtissier, the city of Montreal is welcoming Pointe-Saint-Charles' newest dining option with open arms.

      Montreal's Hospitality Industry is Changing
      Rachel Cheng

      Montreal's Hospitality Industry is Changing

      We spoke with several DINR partners to discuss how Montreal restaurants are breaking the cycle and redefining hospitality.

      Behind the scenes with Marc Cohen, Chef and Co-Owner of Montreal's Lawrence
      Ivy Lerner-Frank

      Behind the Scenes with Marc Cohen, Chef and Co-Owner of Montreal's Lawrence

      The British-born chef recently sat down with The Main to talk about his inspiration and approach, the rhythm of the restaurant, and some spherical objects.

      WILLS: A New Hub for Balanced Beer in Mile-Ex
      Daniel Bromberg

      WILLS: A New Hub for Balanced Beer in Mile-Ex

      Montreal’s newest microbrewery opens up about what it means for the city.

      Summer Dining Hotspots: Reserve Tonight at Montreal’s Must-Visit Restaurants
      J.P. Karwacki

      Summer Dining Hotspots: Reserve Tonight at Montreal’s Must-Visit Restaurants

      Summer is here and in full swing. And you know what that means—dining out just got a whole lot better. This list is your go-to guide for that special place you'll want to reserve the next time you head out for dinner.

      Miett Chips: The New Potato Chip Everyone Is Talking About
      Daniel Bromberg

      Miett Chips: The New Potato Chip Everyone Is Talking About

      Find out how this Quebec-based producer is turning the potato chip game on its head.

      Shopping for wine? Head down to your local caviste.
      Daniel Bromberg

      Shopping for Wine? Head Down to Your Local Caviste.

      Find out about the alternative to buying wine in Montreal at the SAQ with this short introduction to local cavistes.

      Vinorama: An interview with Montreal's favourite Whinemom
      Daniel Bromberg

      Vinorama: An Interview with Montreal's Favourite Whinemom

      Curator, partner, and oenophile Carolyn Aubry recently sat down with The Main to pour out the full story of her wine shop, Vinorama.

      15 Montreal Terrasses to Check Out in Summer 2023
      The Main

      15 Montreal Terrasses to Check Out in Summer 2023

      The sun is shining, the thermometer is way up, and that can only mean one thing: finding the best place to sit, drink, and soak up Montreal's summer vibes.

      Craving Curator's Guide to Dining in Montreal
      Scott Usheroff

      Craving Curator's Guide to Dining in Montreal

      Come along as food photographer Scott Usheroff guides you through the city's diverse gastronomic scene with this personally curated selection of 'must-tries' from 10 Montreal establishments.

      Le Café Big Trouble revives a vibe in Montreal's Quartier Latin
      J.P. Karwacki

      Le Café Big Trouble Revives a Vibe in Montreal's Quartier Latin

      Serving homemade menus with some '90s family-style nostalgia, Big Trouble is the final piece in an eat-sleep-jam 'European' model for the local music venue Turbo Haus.

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