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Fall, the bohemian, made a flamboyant entrance when it invited itself into my kitchen to infuse it with its woodsy flavors. With more delicate temperatures, it’s time to make way for more comforting recipes but still easy to make on a gentle October evening. The choice of seasonal fruits starts to be more limited in …

Calaveras is a Mexican restaurant nestled in the heart of Montreal’s Rosemont neighborhood. It offers a vibrant and flavourful taste of Mexico. If you’re looking for a family-friendly restaurant that specializes in hearty food and want to experience Mexican cuisine, then head on over Calaveras. They have authentic dishes such as fajitas, tacos, and burritos. …

We continue in our series of easy-to-make seasonal recipes with the month of August. August is the second month of summer break in the northern hemisphere and is the hottest month of the year. Farniente is the order of the day. Our Julian calendar comes from Julius Caesar who had his own month: July. But …

An ostrich in a Quebec field. Although in enclosures, this is what you will see at Nid’Otruche, a unique farm in Saint-Eustache, not far from Montreal. Although originally from the African continent, the Quebec ostrich has adapted to the cold climate of the beautiful province. In the past, ostrich feathers adorned the helmets of medieval …

As a Montrealer family, during the Summer, we like to spend as much time as possible outdoors doing activities, and August is no exception. You might see us enjoying a drink on a terrasse, kids in tow before 8 pm (you can until 10pm), dancing on Place des Festivals, walking on the streets during an …

Eating in a Greek restaurant in Montreal is not necessarily something you think about every day. Yet, the Mile End neighborhood was mainly Greek in the 60’s before moving to Parc-Extension and even Laval. Did you know that? That’s why Joanna Chery, owner of the Greek snack bar Phyllo Bar Melina’s chose this neighborhood to …