Author: Blair Dohey
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Osheaga 2012
In a few days, some of music’s heaviest hitters along with hoards of their most loyal fans will descend up Montreal for the Osheaga music and arts festival happening at Parc Jean-Drapeau. As a fan of arctic climates, it takes a lot to get me into a packed area full of sweaty people in the friggin’…
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Taverne Gaspar
Taverne Gaspar; Who doesn’t prefer to be a little more comfortably seated with our favorite wine to watch each country vie for the title of biggest bang?Taverne Gaspar; Who doesn’t prefer to be a little more comfortably seated with our favorite wine to watch each country vie for the title of biggest bang?
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Cirque de Saloon
Last night, Le Saloon celebrated its 20th anniversary with a carnival themed bash that pulled out all the stops when it comes to how one should celebrate getting wiser. The event was invite only, but when you’ve been around for 20 years, you tend make a lot of friends. The place was jam packed full…
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Star Wars
The Star Wars Identities travelling exhibition has been drawing crowds and selling out since it opened last spring!
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Life’s a Beach!
It’s summer in Old Montreal, the Old Port is bustling with people and as usual, there’s plenty to do. The most recent addition to the growing list of activities and general fun in the area is the new Clock Tower Beach. The recently opened beach is beautifully constructed and wraps around the site of the…
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Street Meet
Montreal has jumped on the food truck bandwagon for First Fridays.Montreal has jumped on the food truck bandwagon for First Fridays.
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The Scissor Sisters
Last night I trotted out to the Scissor Sister concert at the Olympia theatre on St. Catherine Street. I didn’t really know what to expect as this is the first time I’ve ever seen them live. I’ve been a fan since they were taking their mama out, all the way back to 2004 but after last…
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A Mile Worth the Walk
Human beings are creatures of habit and routine. When those routines are broken, for whatever reason, we are either shaken by it, or pleasantly surprised. My routines in Montreal tend to lead me into Old Montreal or west, towards St. Henri and NDG, but every now and then, I like to break those habits and…
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BEVO
We attended the grand opening of BEVO, a new Bar and Pizzeria located at 410 St. Vincent, in the heart and soul of Old Montreal. We attended the grand opening of BEVO, a new Bar and Pizzeria located at 410 St. Vincent, in the heart and soul of Old Montreal.
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Thirstday Nights
I think it’s safe to say that Thursday nights are my favorite night of the week. They have been since I can remember (all the way back to the Cosby show on must see TV; that’s pretty far back). Nowadays, Thursday nights are less about staying in and more about going out to have a…
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Le Smoking Vallée
In recent years, Notre Dame West has seen a bit of a revival. It has evolved from a dusty antiques road show to an up and coming, hip and dynamic part of town.In recent years, Notre Dame West has seen a bit of a revival. It has evolved from a dusty antiques road show to…
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Moishes for 5à7?
On Thursday nights, St. Laurent Boulevard is brimming with energy as people criss cross through traffic, heading from one place to the next to meet with their friends for drinks, food and who knows what else!On Thursday nights, St. Laurent Boulevard is brimming with energy as people criss cross through traffic, heading from one place…
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The Urban Life
Today I decided to take a walk through Old Montreal. It remains my favorite part of this city. I stopped for lunch at Five Guys and had a delicious burger! (My favorite!) I wanted to share my walk with you, here are a few photos! Marché Bonsecour, a major market where you can find local…
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Paris Was Ours
When you think Paris, you think the most romantic city in the world, or the Eiffel tower, or romantic walks along the seine. For me, Paris is all that and lots more. I love Paris and so do at least 32 other people. I recently started reading “Paris Was Ours” by Penelope Rowland. The book…