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14 Craft Breweries Worth the Drive From Montreal
Road tripping has always been more about the journey than the destination, but maybe now we can finally say it’s all about the beer. These 14 locations were scouted as some of the best microbreweries worth the drive from Montreal – and none of them failed to satisfy. For those a little further away, we recommend packing an overnight bag and making a weekend out of it.
The Best Bars and Restaurants in Pointe-Saint-Charles
Once known as a predominantly working-class neighbourhood, Pointe-Saint-Charles is changing rapidly. Formerly inhabited by (mostly) immigrant Irish industrial workers who helped with the construction of the Lachine Canal, the neighbourhood remained firmly working class even as gentrification started creeping in. It's now made up of both old and new places to eat and drink, many of which are rather affordable, although with a few high-end spots sprinkled in. Behold: the Point’s food & drink highlights.
Where To Eat and Drink in Villeray
The relatively residential northern neighbourhood of Villeray, with its charmingly leafy streets, has seen a big boost in the last 15 years or so. An array of cafés, bakeries, and neighbourhood haunts have settled in — but for all the cool young things, there are still longtime favourites. Here are some of the best of both worlds.
Chef Juni talks Saka-Ba!, Ramen, and Mtl’s New Wave of Izakayas
As Japanese pubs continue to explode on the Montreal scene, savvy diners have become increasingly aware of the full range of Japanese cuisine. And while it unfortunately took longer for our own humble island to catch on to the izakaya trend, we’ve been slowly gaining ground on Toronto and Vancouver.
Lufa Farms: Farming for a Better Future in Montreal
Flooded by a sea of high-powered lights, an expansive new facility on top of an industrial complex in Laval houses a fascinating assortment of tomatoes and other vegetables, each grown using a complex system owned and operated by Montreal-based Lufa Farms.
