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Last March the blogger world, influencers and social butterflies were rolling through the fancy new…
Blair Dohey knows a thing or two about day jobs and the nightlife. For almost 15 years he has been inadvertently researching bars, cafes, pubs, clubs, restaurants and everything in between, all so that he can bring a refined selection of amazing places to those who want to have a great night out after a long day of work.
Last March the blogger world, influencers and social butterflies were rolling through the fancy new…
It seems every day there are new or perpetually updated measures in place to keep…
Construction has been a huge part of life for Montrealers lives since the beginning of…
Late last year, Bazarette opened it doors to cocktail, wine and coffee lovers lovers alike.…
The W Montreal has seen its fair share of coverage on this blog. Whether it’s…
We’re finally in the thick of autumn. While the temperatures outside are falling faster than…
This past August a friend’s husband organized a two hour walking food tour of Mile-End.…
Summer is a great time to travel and see what the world has to offer.…
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I’ve been a big fan of Méchant Boeuf for quite some time now. Their food…
It’s been a very busy few months and while I’m eating out now more than…
The teaser trailer for episode 9 of Star Wars, now subtitled “The Rise of Skywalker”,…
I’m not going to beat around the bush – brunch at SuWu is excellent. Know…
With the Four Seasons Hotel Montreal on the cusp of opening its doors, excitement surrounding…
Bumblebee was by far my favourite film in the decade spanning series of Transformers films.…
First there was Red Tiger, then came Blossom and Kamehameha. Slowly but surely the guys…
Thai food is an exhilarating experience. Earlier this year I paid a visit to Pamika,…
I recently attended the Casino Royale themed, second anniversary media dinner at Bord’Elle, one of…
Armistead Maupin’s Tales of the City was way ahead of its time when it was…
The eagerly anticipated season of liquid amber gold is upon us. In restaurants across Montreal…
When you go to Mae Sri, order the fried chicken. I must insist. If you…
A night out at a restaurant can mean different things to different people. Some go…
There was a time when I would have been apprehensive about going into a restaurant…
Indian food, rich in deep, distinct flavours with a sometimes spicy kick, is perfect for…
When I was contacted by a rep from Three Amigos to come in a try…
When I started blogging about Montreal’s amazing food scene a decade ago, one of my…
For well over a decade I’ve had the pleasure of a full table of friends…
Christmas is upon us and you’ve still got shopping to do. Don’t worry, we have…
While there’s never a bad time to stop by West Elm in Griffintown and browse…
While Christmas can be a hectic time of year, taking a little time to relax…
Let’s face it, this is just the beginning of the busiest time of the year.…
It’s December which means only one thing. All the closeted Christmas lovers who’ve been listen…
Miley is back for a wild ride! Teaming up with hitmaker, Mark Ronson, this Jolene-infused…
Quoi de N’oeuf has held an almost iconic presence in Montreal’s vastly changing food scene.…
Guys, we’re doing good things for ourselves, or at least we should. We exercise regularly,…
I’m a big fan of getting together with friends. Whether it’s around the kitchen table…
Brighten up your life this winter – Come check out Salt & Papaya, a unique…
I’m a fan of vacations, both big and small. Getting away from it all doesn’t…
It’s time to try it all – I couldn’t agree more with this tagline. Hundreds…
When the masterminds behind Grand Marnier invite you to an exclusive dinner at Montreal’s Ritz-Carlton,…
Montreal has its fair share of buzzy bar and restaurant openings. The latest big name…
Earlier this week we attended the dazzling VIP opening of Josephine, a new seafood-centric restaurant…
No matter where you go in Montreal there’s always a new watering hole ready to…
In a city like Montreal, where festival season starts as soon as soon as the…
Back in February, Ibérica’s opening became one of the splashiest events of the season. Seven…
The future is now. Imagine you’re in a bar surrounded by large screens playing music…
Late last winter, work quietly began on the space that would eventually house India Rosa,…
There are days that call for absolute relaxation. As much as I like to think…
The sun gods shone down on Montreal two weeks ago as thousands of people from…
In Montreal’s vast restaurant landscape, there’s something for every taste – especially if you like…
Get ready to tickle your tastebuds at the 4th annual Grey Goose summer event happening…
For 15 years Les Pyrénées in Old Montreal has been serving up a modern Montreal…
Montreal’s media and blogger circles spend a lot of time eating in restaurants. While a…
April is a busy month for birthdays (I guess we know what everyone was up…
No one could have predicted how cool the new bar and restaurant of the Fairmont…
Walking into the Lecavalier Petrone atelier in Pointe-Saint-Charles, the scent of cocoa power is enrapturing…
There’s always a great deal of excitement generated when a new restaurant opens in Montreal.…
Montreal’s Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel was hardly a caterpillar when it was cocooned for…
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Whether you love it, hate it or think it is purely an invention of consumerism,…
Early last week, in the midst of yet another glorious snowstorm, a select gang of…
Here are two great places to gather with your friends for an afternoon of Super…
The Super Bowl is the Oscars of sports. The event is watched by tens of…
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Montreal’s western downtown sector is a melting pot of international culture. In the area surrounding…
Over the past decade Happening Gourmand has been a saving grace for those of us…
While Christmas and the end of the year is a time of quiet reflection and…
A couple of weeks ago I attended a vernissage entitled l’effet Balnea or The Balnea…
Restaurant openings may not be very representative of an establishments every day grind but they…
A couple of weeks ago the sad news broke that Wunderbar, le Plateau Lounge and…
There can be so much ground to cover during food festivals like Montreal à table…
The Christmas spirit comes in all forms and getting into that spirit has never been…
Nothing warms us up in winter like a piping hot bowl of soup or stew.…
Passion, hope and courage are among the driving factors for many who wish to set…
The Antonopoulos Group has had a lot to celebrate lately. The recently revamped Brasserie 701…
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Downtown Montreal has plenty of options when it comes to grabbing a quick bite but…
Kick off your Christmas shopping in style at le Marche Italien Le Richmond this weekend!…
With MTL à Table 2017 finally underway, you’re no doubt in between meals, taking a…
The Montreal Canadiens are synonymous with Montreal. The team is one of the most decorated…
Not all brunches are made the same. Some are dainty feasts that are more mimosa…
I’ve been to Pastaga several times over the last few years but rarely for a…
I’ve had the pleasure of enjoying a meal prepared by Laurent Godbout, one of Montreal’s…
Montreal’s le Pois Penché welcomes back guest chef, Hervé Pochat Baron from la Brasserie Lipp…
There are dozens of easily recognizable signs that autumn has arrived in Montreal. The street…
It’s back! The 2017 edition of MTL à Table is just around the corner and…
Montreal’s busy sidewalks, like any sidewalk in any city around the world, can be clustered…
A man’s cologne is as personal and subjective as any piece of clothing he owns.…
Le Parloir (parlour in English) Private Cellars recently opened on Guy in Griffintown. The beautiful…
Just a few short weeks ago we were in NDG for a special media sit…
2017 marks the 30th anniversary of Aids Community Care Montreal (ACCM) and to celebrate this…
Imagine that you haven’t been out to a restaurant in a while. You’re in a…
There’s nothing quite like spending a relaxing weekend at home. Getting up early, putting on…
There’s nothing like a good brunch to keep your weekend rolling. Montreal is a city…
For the most part Montrealers are friendly, law abiding citizens and we have a nifty…
Summer may be coming to a close but we are clinging to the last vestiges…
This year’s Pride Festival in Montreal was simply spectacular. Over the course of 10 days…
With 9 regular seasons and 2 All Star seasons already in the can, RuPaul’s Drag Race…
Nine years ago Oysterfest started out as a small gathering of fans, friends and farmers…
The South Pacific is having a big moment in the 514 and Boho in Old…
The William Gray hotel in Old Montreal is an architectural marvel. While respecting the old…
In the great tradition of Paris is Burning, the epic documentary that followed the “ballroom” scene…
A couple of weeks ago I attended the launch of a couple of new products…
There are a number of restaurants on the Plateau that I haven’t yet had the…
There’s nothing better than a great night out in Montreal and whether you’re at your…
Kozu opened a couple of months ago in the space that once housed the now…
It’s very rare that I make it back to a restaurant as quickly as I…
We may have missed the Grey Goose Summer Soiree this year but there was no…
We’ve all heard the saying “the best way to eat an elephant is one bite…
After revolutionizing vegan and vegetarian cuisine less than a year ago, LOV (local, organic and…
As one of our country’s biggest provinces, Quebec’s vast territory is rich with great people…
Chanel doesn’t do anything half way. When in Paris… https://youtu.be/qHzam_SGlJo And here’s a very cool…
Long weekends are perfect for little getaways. A mini vacation is just what we need…
Text and photography by David Major-Lapierre Over the past few years, grocery delivery services have…
Even though the “eat local” movement has only started to really ramp up in the…
NDG is one of those Montreal neighbourhoods that stand out as something truly different. The…
The mere mention of Italian food is enough to get me moving and I will…
It’s very, very rare for me to go to Hachoir and not have my usual…
Laurier Street east in Montreal’s very popular Plateau neighbourhood is a quiet oasis where crowds…
Although it’s only been a couple of weeks, the sounds of rubber screeching along the…
With Montreal’s summer finally in full swing, there isn’t a moment to waste when it…
The time flies when you’re having fun. That’s what I thought when I received the…
Montreal’s busiest weekend is only days away. With so much to see and do in…
The summer season is more or less upon us and so far this year we’ve…
When I began blogging back in 2009 I never knew just how far it would…
25 years ago I was a 14 year old boy living in a fishing village…
Le Blumenthal sits in one of Montreal’s Quartier des spectacles best vantage points. Looking out…
A little over a year ago Helena Loureiro and the team behind PortusCalle uprooted their…
Starting Wednesday, May 10th and running until May 16th, Montreal will be shaken and stirred…
When it comes to starting at the gym, we are our own worst enemy. Until…
I have had the privilege of eating at the finest restaurants in Montreal with some…
Montreal is a city teeming with awe-inducing structures, beautifully designed public spaces and buildings that…
Remember a couple of weeks ago when the sun was shining and the weather was…
Rare birds and other colourful surprises awaited guests attending the 2017 Veuve Clicquot Yelloweek launch…
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Late last month we attended the 4th annual Désorientation fundraiser at the Entrepôts Dominion near…
As a food writer, restaurant lover and nightlife enthusiast, I eat out a lot. As…
I hope you’ve been wearing your eatin-pants all week! The third annual Mac-n-cheese week is…
No one can deny that l’Avenue on Mont-Royal is one of the most successful restaurants…
This Saturday, April 1st Daybreaker returns for an all-inclusive, female empowerment inspired second edition at…
This coming April 8th isn’t just important because I will be celebrating my 10th annual…
Every great meal, like any good book, TV show or movie, should have an intriguing…
Restaurant chains get a bad rep for many reasons. Be it the fast food mentality,…
See the trailer below!! https://youtu.be/Au5eSHFduJo Who’s excited to pick up almost 10 years later?…
Guys, your style inspiration in Montreal just got a new destination. Suitsupply recently opened their…
Weekends in Montreal are as much about the splashy parties as they are the morning…
AURA is a spectacle of epic proportions. I will say this right out of the…
I made two New Year’s Resolutions in January. One of them was to write in…
Guys, whether you’re pounding away the hours at your 9 to 5 or you’re making…
I know that for a great number of men their biggest worry is the size…
The night sky is full of stars and although some may shine brighter than others,…
Imagine for a second that it’s early morning. The blankets that you’re wrapped in are…
Every now and then an experience at a restaurant completely blows my mind. I’m eat…
I’ve been meaning to try Nolana for quite some time. The Italian restaurant on McGill…
Atlantic Canadians are some of the nicest, most creative and entirely inviting people you’ll find…
The ACCM’s (AIDS Community Care Montreal) Artsida art auction fundraiser draws hundreds of people every…
A very exciting first look. More details to follow.
For those looking to redden their cheeks a little while watching a stylish game of…
After conquering the fried chicken world by opening Bird Bar on Notre-Dame west less that…
Montreal isn’t a big city. Sure our island is home to millions of people and…
As human beings we each react differently to things that affect us emotionally. Some of…
Netflix latest bingeworthy offering, the Santa Clarita Diet starring Drew Barrymore and Timothy Ophalant debuted…
While football fans from around the globe gather to watch the biggest sporting event of…
Super Bowl Halftime shows are extraordinary feats of engineering, pyrotechnics and above all else remarkable…
Le Chop For 5 years the restaurants under the Ville Marie Collection group have banned…
In order for a restaurant or a bar to survive Montreal’s busy scene it needs…
For hundreds of millions of people around the world, the Super Bowl is the biggest…
DJNL and New City Gas have teamed up to give away two VIP ticketss to…
Prince Arthur Street, between St. Laurent and Laval used to be a bustling hub of…
Back in December four up and coming pastry chefs were put to the test as…
Montreal is a diverse collection of eclectic neighbourhoods filled with wonderful things to do and…
Although there are thousands of restaurants to choose from in Montreal, it’s difficult to find…
After a month of celebrating the holidays with our friends and family, indulging in cookies,…
Starting January 20th the Tsar Spa returns for its 8th edition. What is Tsar Spa…
Happening Gourmand has been treating us to some great food for a full decade. Feast…
Early January means the return of one of our favourite food festivals, Happening Gourmand. For…
While many of us perpetually dream of bottomless Pina-coladas on endless sandy beaches, others are…
While everyone is clamouring to get to the best New Year’s Eve parties across the…
I’ve walked past Dolcetto & Co. in Old Montreal a thousand times or more and…
Up until now I don’t think I have ever uttered the phrase “let’s go to…
From anniversary parties to one of the biggest openings of the year, last week was…
From 3pm on December 31st, families from across the city will gather in Lachine’s new…
There are a number of reasons why I keep going back to Le Richmond. The…
The hottest new bar in Montreal right now is Kampai Garden and it has everything.…
There isn’t another night of the year in Montreal, or the world, that has more…
As the Holidays approach it gets tough to keep a calendar open! Last week’s biggest…
Every year Montreal’s media and bloggers receive hundreds of invitations to VIP nights out on…
Three years ago La Petite Garçonne was born. Boutique 1861 had gotten so popular with…
A few years ago Montreal went through a Japanese Izakaya moment. A number of them…
It’s the perfect time of year to stay in and cook for our friends and…
If you’ve read any other article on this website (or you know me personally) you…
There’s nothing like a Thursday night event marathon to get your blood pumping. Here’s a…
We are very excited and proud to present the brand spanking new Day Jobs Nightlife!…
Every now and then, a group of Montreal’s media and bloggers are invited to congregate…
I had big plans for this year’s MTLATABLE. With over 150 restaurants participating during the…
If you are going out for Middle Eastern food and you happen to choose Kazamaza…
With hockey season finally back and the art season’s fall programs ramping up, it’s going…
Halloween is an excellent time of the year to leave your old self behind for…
Handed down to the modern world from Bavarian tradition, Oktoberfest is synonymous with getting together…
Last week we attended the launch of the latest issue of Dinette Magazine, the unveiling…
Brunch is something of a sacred institution in Montreal. Every Sunday morning people rush to…
A year ago last week, the very first Chez Jerry (recently renamed Jerry Ferrer) opened…
Heading into autumn, Montreal’s fall social calendar has already started amping up. From openings to…
NICO is one of Montreal’s most colourful labels and last week Montreal was treated to…
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On November 10th the Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada Gala returns! This year’s theme is…
The thing about Montreal is that whether you were born here, you moved here or…
In a very short time, L’Gros has grown to become a neighbourhood favourite throughout…
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The Internet appears to be blowing up! The cast of the former hit sitcom, Will…
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In Montreal, almost every type off food imaginable has a week or two dedicated to…
There’s never a dull moment in Montreal and we’re out and about in the city,…
It was almost 30 years ago that the first Le Germain Hotel opened in Quebec…
Montreal is a great city to live in all year round but autumn in YUL…
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For over 15 years Jessica Harnois has been an expert sommelier. When it comes to…
From the 16th to the 19th of September, Montreal will be getting culinarily creative at…
The world can’t seem to stop raving about Montreal’s Mile-End neighbourhood and who can blame…
When I accepted the invitation from Ardbeg Whiskey to travel to Lac Sacacomie in the…
This year I attended my very first Diner en blanc. For the last decade, Montrealer’s…
At DJNL we wanted to do something extra special for this year’s Oysterfest. For the…
L’Auberge St-Gabriel is one of the most beautiful places in Old Montreal. It’s modern, chalet-inspired…
For the last 15 years Allô Mon Coco has been serving up delicious breakfast in…
On Friday September 2nd, Bota Bota, one of Montreal’s most unique spas, is hosting an…
I’ve lived in Montreal for over 15 years and during that time I must have…
For 8 seasons, RuPaul’s Drag Race has produced some of the best characters, the wildest…
Montreal’s very first Le Savoir by Stella Artois was a resounding success. The event transformed…
Welcome to the DJNL 10/ONE30, a recurring run down and review of the current top…
Hochelaga is one of Montreal’s most colourful neighbourhoods. It’s packed with great restaurants, awesome bars,…
A very lucky group of media and VIP guests were recently given a tasty preview…
Growing up on the Canadian East Coast, I’ve eaten my fair share of seafood. From…
Ristorante Beatrice is one of Montreal’s most iconic restaurants. The elegant simplicity of the decor,…
Saturday’s helping of music was much more engaging that Friday’s lineup. Including standout performances from…
My first ever experience at Osheaga was an overload to my senses. With the sights,…
Osheaga is without a doubt one of Canada’s largest and most important music festivals. The…
The W Hotel in Montreal is always a great place to see and be seen.…
CONTEST: Le Savoir is a multi-sensory dining experience featuring culinary wizards Bombpass & Parr and…
I was first introduced to the Karl Winters luxury fragrance company while getting pampered at…
When you see something so spectacular as the views of Montreal from Place Ville Marie’s…
Last year, Grey Goose pulled off one of the best parties of the summer season.…
Although its name kind of gives itself away, Le Speakeasy on McGill Street in Old…
With thousands of restaurants to choose from in Montreal, to stand out in the crowd,…
In an age where everything is going digital, it’s nice (and rare) to see paper…
Montreal’s Comiccon keeps growing in numbers from one year to the next. A couple of…
Star Trek Beyond, the zippy third film in the JJ Abrams rebooted franchise bows this…
My love affair with Montreal began in May of 1996, back when I was in…
Joe Mercuri is one of Montreal’s most talked about chefs. He’s personable, funny and very…
Last week we attended the official opening of Terrasse sur l’Auberge, an amazing rooftop terrasse…
The opening of the Terrasse sur l’Auberge has become a bit of a tradition here…
It’s hard to sit still in a city like Montreal. Each of our diverse neighbourhoods…
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Veuve Clicquot added their signature colours and effervescence to the 2016 La Boucle du Grand…
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Montreal’s social savvy media are experts at moving from one party to the next. Wednesday’s…
Montreal’s W Hotel has been the talk of the town for the last year. From…
Over the last three years I’ve found myself at La Société on several occasions. Celebratory…
Over the last few years the Ritz Carlton Grand Prix Party has become as legendary…
Lewis Hamilton was first across the finish line on Sunday as he claimed yet another…
Science has proven that a good cheeseburger is the best food you can put in…
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There’s no denying that Old Montreal is one of our city’s most beautiful neighbourhoods. The…
As far as burger places go in Montreal, we have our fair share. Ranging from…
Le Meridien Versailles has been a mainstay of the hotel industry for years in Montreal.…
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Montreal is a great city to be in all year round but its an especially…
We’ve all heard the familiar joke: there are two seasons in Montreal, winter and construction.…
Montreal based menswear retailer, Frank & Oak continues to push the boundaries of style with…
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Ontario Street east continues to transform into one of the most promising thoroughfares in Montreal.…
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For the 3rd year in a row, chef Laurent Godbout has treated Montreal to his…
A restaurant’s success depends on many factors. Food quality, service, ambiance and a little notoriety…
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A city with a nightlife like we have here in Montreal needs bars, pubs, clubs…
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Sitting adjacent to Tapas 24 on Notre Dame is the newest addition to the MTL…
Marvel Universe Live – They have been bombarding our movie theatres, our tv screens and…
Since 2010, The Walking Dead has presented us with its grim outlook on a post…
When all you have is 72 hours in a city, you best make the most…
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Since the beginning of time (for this website) I have been asked all sorts of…
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Late last month, DJNL was invited to Nao Steakhouse in Toronto to celebrate a spirited…
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Wednesday: Kent Nagano and the OSM will perform Bizet’s Carmen at the Olympic Stadium on…
The Peel Basin, located a stone’s throw from the Lachine Canal, has changed a lot…
The Red Tiger is an interesting addition to Montreal’s Gay Village. This Vietnamese Pub is…
Diane Coudé is an artist who wears many colourful hats. She continues to lead a…
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No matter how many times we return to our favourite Old Montreal haunts, each time…
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There is a lot to love at the Sofitel Hotel and their restaurant, le Renoir…
Guys, summer may have gotten off to a rocky start here in Montreal but the…
launch of Publish’s Pop-Up Shop and featuring their latest collection. Publish an exciting menswear line…
It’s no secret that we love Le Richmond. We have been raving about this outstanding…
Osheaga is only a few weeks away and pretty soon Montreal will be buzzing with…
The summer blockbuster season is in full swing in Montreal and what would the season…
On June 18th, Montreal’s Grévin Museum launched its first temporary exhibit. The World in Mega…
If ever there was a party not to be missed this summer it was the…
To recap five days of fast cars, fashionable parties and more champagne than you could…
For years now, something big has been happening in Hochelaga-Maisonneuve and a trek into the…
Harry Rosen is a leader in men’s luxury retail in Canada and for Father’s Day…
Your summer is about to get a lot better, thanks to a little bubbly and…
The W Hotel in Old Montreal is no stranger to the hottest parties in town,…
On Thursday of this week, Montreal’s media and VIP guests are invited to the unveiling…
We all remember the first time we saw Jurassic Park. We sat in awe and…
Ever since opening their doors, Mme Lee has been a strong draw in downtown Montreal.…
It’s already been a year since Labarake opened their doors to the public in Shop…
Streetwear continues to dominate all walks of fashion and style and Atelier New Regime is…
The 3rd Annual Lobster Clam Jam was a massive success. I can tell you this…
For 8 seasons we tuned in to watched Vinnie, Drama, E, Turtle drive Vinnie’s abrasive…
Since the dawn of man, writers and storytellers have been documenting their observations through a…
Terrasse season is probably Montreal’s most anticipated season of the year. We shed our shearlings…
Mexican food is a lot of things but boring is not one of them. This…
Terrasses Bonsecours officially opened a couple of weeks ago, ushering the exclusive Old-Montreal venue into…
A new business is a lot like rocket, if it’s going to be sailing into…
In less than 3 months hoards of music fans from around the world will decend…
The San Andreas fault will destroy the world, at least that’s what the trailer for…
Henri St-Henri is doing something drastically different in St. Henri. Amidst a gaggle of rustic-trendy,…
Earlier this month, Bar Anabel, a quaint French bistro on Bernard in Outremont celebrated its…
From June 4th to the 7th, Old Montreal will be draped in checkered flags as…
Corey Shapiro has gifted St. Henri with Notorious, a wickedly cool barbar shop on Notre…
Spring in Montreal is a wonderful thing to behold. There’s a palpable energy that awakens…
From May 16th to the 24th, Soccer (or football as its called around the globe…
On May 13th, Montreal’s most stylish fundraiser kicks off at Parc Jean Drapeau’s La Toundra.…
On May 15th, the Barden Bellas return to the big screen in Pitch Perfect 2,…
It’s officially spring in Montreal and that can mean only one thing (well okay, a…
A couple of weeks ago, b.cycle opened to the public and now gives us another…
Though Little Italy has always been one of Montreal’s more popular neighbourhoods, a surge in…
Each year 1000’s of children across Quebec go to school hungry. Table of Hope is…
Scarpa, a locally owned shoe store in Westmount, has undergone quite the transformation. Thanks to…
Last Monday, Montreal’s social scene was buzzing when MKT unveiled its newly renovated décor. The…
I may not be vegan but when I was invited to a media event celebrating…
The Montreal Canadiens and Evenko invite you to see the Canadiens clobber the Ottawa Senators…
Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice is the hotly anticipated follow-up to Zack Snyder’s 2013…
Going from day job to nightlife doesn’t always leave a lot of time to think…
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A couple of weeks ago at the first anniversary of le Petit Lapin Patisserie I…
DJNL got an exclusive first look at what the ladies will be wearing this coming…
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Between 11am and 3pm on the weekends, our city’s restaurants are booming for brunch. The…
The Sofitel hotel on Sherbrooke is one busy place. It seems that week after week…
There are treasures to be found in each of Montreal’s diverse neighbourhoods. The Cote-des-neiges-notre-dame-de-grace (CDN-NDG)…
There are furniture stores, like Bois et Cuir, that leave you charmed by what they…
Le Richmond is a restaurant that doesn’t shy away from making a meal into a…
Every year around this time there are more and more establishments tapping into an ever-growing…
How many restaurants can one person fit in during an 8-day period? If you answered…
It’s a sweet time of year to be living in Montreal. One by one sugar…
Despite the cold, Montreal’s most fashionable media and other guests descended upon the Galerie Antoine…
Though it was around 6pm in the evening, the sun was still shining brightly when…
Cabane à sucre (sugar shack) season is upon us and we got off to a…
Burgers, Poutine and now Mac & Cheese, oh my! If you’re a mac and cheese…
A couple of weeks ago Taverne F celebrated its 1st anniversary with a packed house,…
Mont Royal Avenue is the centre of everything cool on the Plateau. Over the past…
Evolution is a big part of what separates success from failure. The concept of “survival…
The MTL Cuisine Group is making it practically impossible to not visit their restaurants during…
For 7 years RuPaul’s Drag Race has entertained the hell out of us with a…
This coming Saturday March 7th, the Sam Roberts Band stops by Metropolis with special guests,…
The Dominion Square Taverne is an iconic establishment in downtown Montreal. In an effort to…
For the last 6 years the fierce Queens of RuPaul’s Drag Race have given us…
With the exception of a few tent-pole moments, this year’s Academy Awards telecast was a…
In 2009 a couple of enterprising Concordia students revolutionized Montreal’s food delivery-service industry when they…
(Vicolo is now closed) I’ve got to hand it the owners of Vicolo for they are…
For the second year in a row, Sofitel Hotel’s magnificent house restaurant was the scene…
Even though Montreal may be one of North America’s most diverse culinary cities, you won’t…
Late in 2014, Mimi la nuit, the latest project from Edward Zaki and Jeff Stinco…
For the 8th year in a row, Happening Gourmand returns to Old Montreal for a…
In Montreal these days, nothing ventured really is nothing gained when it comes to our…
In December, the folks behind a slew of popular Montreal hotspots like Pastaga and Tapas…
If you’re like me, a fan of both visiting France and cooking French food, then…
A few weeks ago I joined a few friends from the awesome blogs, Montreal Food…
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In what might be the best thing that’s ever happened since God invited food and…
Fall went out with a bang earlier this month when the grand opening of Vicolo…
With a successful Spirithouse running the show in Toronto, the next logical step for bar…
2014 was a big year for the Vieux-Port Steakhouse. The restaurant, located in the heart…
This past summer we discovered Ryu, a cutting edge, Asian inspired eatery in Outremont. Last…
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Theirs is nothing better than a good burger and we here at Day Jobs and…
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Surrounded by the soft glow of warm lighting, brick walls and ambient music, there’s no…
Being on the cusp of winter, shorts may be the last thing on our minds…
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Next Wednesday, Nov 12, Montreal’s vibrant art scene will band together in support of the…
Canadian based designer, Miranda Murray has been making waves in the fashion industry for quite…
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It was a full house for Lorbeer Brasserie last week as they packed in media,…
It’s been a busy year for Yunus Chkirate. Earlier this month the Montreal born (and…
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L’Orignal (Moose in English) has been a mainstay in Old Montreal for the past seven…
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Tonight’s the night folks!! Galt (1232 de la Montagne – third floor, Rosalie) is the…
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Whether you’re part of Montreal’s media, an excited social scene staple or one of our…
Montrealers take their steak very seriously so it’s no wonder that when Vertigo held its…
Last Thursday night at the Merchant Royal’s summer launch, they threw a bash celebrating their…
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