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    Go beyond the bestsellers with this gift guide for book lovers in Montreal
    Phylida Tuff-West

    Go Beyond the Bestsellers with This Gift Guide for Book Lovers in Montreal

    For readers who deserve better than what you'd find in any average airport bookstore.

    Give local: A gift guide that  supports local makers in Montreal
    Phylida Tuff-West

    Give Local: A Gift Guide That Supports Local Makers in Montreal

    From small-batch perfumes to zero-waste clothing, here's where to find gifts made by Montreal artisans.

    A gift guide for people who take food seriously
    Phylida Tuff-West

    A Gift Guide for People Who Take Food Seriously

    From wild mushroom certifications to Japanese knives, here's what to give the food lover who has everything.

    The best gifts under $50 from local Montreal makers
    Phylida Tuff-West

    The Best Gifts Under $50 from Local Montreal Makers

    A handpicked guide for thoughtful, homegrown gifts under $50 made by Montreal's artists, roasters, jewelers, designers, and more.

    Experiential gifts in Montreal: What to give the person who has everything
    Phylida Tuff-West

    Experiential Gifts in Montreal: What to Give the Person Who Has Everything

    Because sometimes the best gift isn't something you can wrap.

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