Introduction Montreal, known for its vibrant spirit and myriad of events, has been keeping a secret. You might have heard about Montreal’s events in the summer, like exploring the historic cobblestone streets of Old Port, hiking through the trails of Mont Royal Park or its world-famous Jazz festival. However, there’s another event unlike no [...]
Intro: Montreal, often dubbed the "Poutine Capital of the World" is renowned for its rich culinary culture. At the heart of this gastronomic haven lies a beloved and iconic dish – poutine. Poutine, a comforting Canadian classic, consists of crispy fries, fresh cheese curds, and a generous ladle of steaming hot gravy, served every [...]
If you haven't been in Montreal long, you're probably still learning your way around the city. Some things obviously work differently here in French Canada. One of the unusual local policies concerns when and where you can buy or consume alcohol. Whether it's been an especially difficult week or perhaps a day worth celebrating, [...]
When you come to Canada, once you have overcome the language barrier; the snow barrier; you will have to discover the food. I am a bit exaggerating when I use the term “overcome”; it’s more of an immersion, some kind of a cultural hazing.
A well-stocked Canadian fridge will always include the following things: back bacon, maple syrup, and most important of all, beer. That’s because beer has been synonymous with Canadian heritage since early Europeans settled here in the mid-17th century. And any festive holiday party, adult birthday party or sloppy company party will prove that Canada’s [...]
When you first arrive in Montréal, you may have some questions about what the best stores are to do your different types of shopping. You might have heard people mention SAQ, but don't know what they mean, or you may be wondering where to buy stationery. There are some shopping quirks specific to the [...]
While most people come to Toronto to visit the events from a usual before-you-die list, like Toronto International Film Festival or St Patrick’s Day Parade, we suggest you attend the festivals with something actually worth dying for — the food. Here is the list of the top Food Festivals in Toronto you will be [...]
As Canada’s biggest city, and the fifth largest city in North America, it’s well worth our time to consider the best restaurants of Toronto. But first, the title. If you’re not from around here, you may not be familiar with Toronto’s nickname (one of many, actually). The name “Hogtown” probably dates back to when [...]
The Muslim community in Montréal has a population of well over 100,000 people, with strong ties to both their history and political matters. The Islamic center of Quebec is located in the St. Laurent borough of Montréal, offering services from prayer times, to marriage and burial services, while the Muslim Council of Montreal keeps people [...]
Montréal has a Jewish community consisting of about 90,000 people, and is one of the largest in North America. Originally settling here in the late 1700s, as fur traders and merchants, the Jewish community quickly grew with families immigrating from Europe to join their relatives. Today, there are 22 Jewish day schools in Québec, [...]
