If you're American, you might be feeling that bit of rising panic, that comes up your throat like one too many Tequila sours. It's almost the holidays and you know a vegan. Whether it's for American Thanksgiving or you're a keener planning a Christmas party or dinner, vegans … [Read more...] about “Waiter, There’s a Vegan at my Table”: Montreal’s Top Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurants and Meals
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Top Montreal Restaurants for Valentines Day on Global TV
While host Kim Sullivan of Global Mornings Montreal sampled a mango sherbet-filled dark chocolate from local company L'Essence Glacier (here's where you can find them) I recommended a handful of restaurants for Valentines Day. Here they are, with justifications: Nora … [Read more...] about Top Montreal Restaurants for Valentines Day on Global TV
Top 10 End-of-2016 Restaurants in Montreal
This is a 100% subjective list of the restaurants in Montreal that earned top marks for me this year, or held strong from previous years. If it ain't broke, don't fix it. But for something new...well, go to: 1. Le Fantôme This fine dining place in Griffintown is tasting menu … [Read more...] about Top 10 End-of-2016 Restaurants in Montreal
Mission Possible 2016: An Annual Food Fundraiser for the Mile-End Community Mission
This isn't the first year that Marc Cohen, chef of Lawrence, has spearheaded Mission Possible, a fundraiser for the Mile End Community Mission. But it was the first time I went. The goal isn't to sing the praises of the amazing restaurants, cafés and wine agencies that donate … [Read more...] about Mission Possible 2016: An Annual Food Fundraiser for the Mile-End Community Mission
Nora Gray: A Place to Love
I know exactly when it happened. It was when I took my first bite of grilled pork chop with sweet pickled cherries. As I chewed, the fat melted in my mouth – like a lighter, more tender duck breast – coating the meat and spreading salt to every point on my tongue that craved it. … [Read more...] about Nora Gray: A Place to Love
Valentines Day Restaurant Recommendations
For some of these restaurant recommendations, it's too late to get a reservation, but for others, who knows? So if you're the going out on V-Day type, here are some places worth the splurge and others that don't take advantage of your romantic side by jacking up prices. BUT! To … [Read more...] about Valentines Day Restaurant Recommendations