As the largest city and one of the only on the continent to resist prohibition in the early 20th century, it’s no surprise that Montreal (then nicknamed "Paris of the North" and "Sin City") maintains its reputation as a first-rate place to knock back some booze. From student-packed dives on Saint-Laurent to ritzy speakeasies to 5 à 7s at neighbourhood wine bars, Montrealers are getting hammered at some of the finest drinkeries on this side of the Atlantic.
The culinary world can be a cutthroat industry, even more so for young Black chefs, according to experts in the industry. This Montreal non-profit provides them with marketing support and mentorship opportunities, helping them to overcome challenges and achieve their dreams.
Montreal restaurants are reopening their terrasses for outdoor eating but many are scrambling to find the staff to cook and serve an eager clientele. One establishment managed to hold onto its people and says its approach could work for the industry as a whole.