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Jan 14, 2025 | 
mtlblog.com | Al Sciola |Ilana Belfer |Joelle Zimbron |Rosemary Twomey
Montreal's bitter cold doesn't have to put out your romantic flame. In fact, the city is brimming with unique things to do and romantic spots that can help you and your partner turn up the heat this winter. From enchanting outdoor adventures to cozy indoor dates, here are eight ways couples can embrace Montreal's winter magic and keep those sparks flying all season long.
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Jan 13, 2025 | 
mtlblog.com | Al Sciola |Rosemary Twomey |Courtney Edgar
Winter in Montreal brings its fair share of challenges — slushy streets, snowplows and those ever-confusing parking signs. You can also add turkeys to that mix. And no, we're not talking about the kind you pick up at the grocery store. Lately, social media has been lighting up with sightings of wild turkeys roaming the city, adding an unexpected twist to Montreal's winter landscape.
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Nov 13, 2024 | 
mtlblog.com | Patrick John Gilson |Ilana Belfer |Rosemary Twomey |Sara Quinn
It's that time of year again: Tim Hortons has unveiled its new holiday menu, and it's packed with both brand-new festive treats and returning holiday favourites. For 2024, the Tim Hortons holiday menu is bringing back some holiday fan faves, including a whole lineup of non-alcoholic Baileys-flavoured drinks and treats.
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Nov 10, 2024 | 
mtlblog.com | Helena Hanson |Joelle Zimbron |Ilana Belfer |Rosemary Twomey
If you've ever wanted to step right into a Hallmark movie set, get ready! This cozy Montreal cafe has been transformed into a magical Christmas tavern for winter, and it's so festive you'll feel like you've been transported into a holiday movie. From November 7 until January 13, Le Petit Dep on St-Laurent Blvd. will be bringing Montrealers festive drinks, delicious eats, and all the cozy winter vibes.
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Oct 30, 2024 | 
mtlblog.com | Patrick John Gilson |Ilana Belfer |Sofia Misenheimer |Rosemary Twomey
Starbucks is gearing up for a holiday surprise that could make your next coffee run a little more budget-friendly. With the holiday menu set to launch on November 7, Starbucks Canada is also rolling out a change that comes as a nice little early holiday gift for plant-based customers. Starting next Thursday, Canadians will no longer have to pay extra for non-dairy milk options like soy, oat, almond and coconut at the nationwide coffee chain.
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Oct 21, 2024 | 
mtlblog.com | Patrick John Gilson |Ilana Belfer |Rosemary Twomey |Sofia Misenheimer
Starbucks fans across Canada are in for a magical treat starting tomorrow, October 22, with the launch of two new colourful witchy drinks inspired by Wicked. According to Starbucks, the new limited-time seasonal beverages — Glinda's Pink Potion and Elphaba's Cold Brew — are part of a collaboration with Universal Pictures to celebrate the theatrical release of the highly anticipated Wicked movie next month. Both drinks will be available in cafes across Canada starting on Tuesday.
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Oct 15, 2024 | 
mtlblog.com | Helena Hanson |Ilana Belfer |Rosemary Twomey
Montreal's Saint-Henri was recently named one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the world, claiming the title of #1 coolest in Canada. But despite the fanfare, some locals disagree. Time Out's annual ranking, released last month, was created collaboratively by a global team of writers and editors who vetted each neighbourhood against criteria including food, drink, arts, culture, street life, community and one-of-a-kind local flavour.
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Oct 14, 2024 | 
mtlblog.com | Ilana Belfer |Patrick John Gilson |Rosemary Twomey |Jenny Greenberg
Tim Hortons is undoubtedly a Canadian icon. But just because we love it, that doesn't mean it's always perfect. We all have those "ugh" moments, whether it's a messed-up order or simply a poorly-stirred coffee. Like any big chain, Tim's has its fair share of quirks, which is fairly understandable given the sheer scale of its operations. We recently asked Montrealers what bugs them the most about Tim Hortons in Quebec, and let's just say they had pretty big feelings about it.
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Sep 25, 2024 | 
mtlblog.com | Helena Hanson |Ilana Belfer |Mike Chaar |Rosemary Twomey
A Montreal neighbourhood just received a lot of love in a brand-new ranking of the coolest neighbourhoods in the world — and it might not necessarily be where you'd expect. On Wednesday, Time Out released the latest edition of its annual ranking of the coolest neighbourhoods on earth. These spots are described as the perfect mix of a city's culture, community spirit, nightlife, and food—all packed into one trendy, walkable district.
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Sep 23, 2024 | 
mtlblog.com | Ilana Belfer |Rosemary Twomey |Mike Chaar
With prices for everything from groceries to entertainment skyrocketing, many Montrealers are cutting back on the stuff they once enjoyed. MTL Blog recently asked our audience, "What's gotten so expensive in Montreal that you no longer purchase it?" The response was significant, with hundreds of people responding within just a few hours. From groceries to entertainment to vacations, it's clear that Montrealers are feeling the squeeze, and it's a hot topic that's resonating across the country.
