Montreal

Mile End Montreal Original Food Tour

March 23, 2023 by

What to expect from the Mile End Montreal Food Tour?

One-of-a-Kind Food Tasting — On our 3-hour guided tour of the Mile End neighbourhood, we visit six unique tasting locations. Each one ensures that you will enjoy fresh and exciting flavours. We sample a variety of food from the Mile End, including everything from decadent Québécois chocolates to fresh homemade tomato sauce. The food samples included are enough for a hearty and satisfying lunch. Our tasting locations range from an ambitious urban butcher, to the famous St.Viateur bagel, and even to a fully sustainable vegan eatery! All food tastings are included in the ticket price. We even throw in a water bottle to keep you hydrated.

Historic & Cultural Experience – As you take in the eclectic streets of the Mile End, you’ll get the chance to experience life as a native Montrealer, or should we say a native “Mile-Ender.” Our knowledgeable tour guides highlight the fascinating and offbeat history of this rich cultural hub. Our tour presents how the Mile End became home to the most artists per capita in all of North America (seriously). We also discuss the historical and cultural significance of many landmarks found in the bustling sector. The Mile End has become the epitome of Montreal’s multicultural standard, and our tour touches upon the deep history of immigration and settlement embedded in these streets. We can guarantee it will be the most interesting stroll you’ve taken in a while! In addition to this, our enthusiastic local guides share their knowledge, recommendations, and personal anecdotes about how the Mile End became the intriguing neighbourhood it is today!

Old Montréal Food & Drink Tour

February 27, 2023 by

What to expect from the Old Montréal Food & Drink Tour?

One-of-a-Kind Food Tastings — This 3-hour guided walking tour brings you on a culinary voyage through Montréal’s historic district. We walk through European-style cobblestone streets to five different tasting locations, stopping at historic landmarks. Three of our tasting locations are sit-down restaurants. They range from an outstanding vietnamese restaurant, to a café serving a classic Montréal bagel topped with salmon. Two traditional Québécois tastings are included along the way while you discover and savour Montréal’s history. In between food tastings, we learn about Montréal’s culture and history, through its old and not-so-old buildings, in a fresh Local Montréal Tour way!

Historic & Cultural Experience — Walking through the narrow cobblestone streets of Old Montréal, you will have the chance to relax and take in old-world charm, as your guide leads you to the district’s richest historic spots. Old Montréal is an excellent example of the city’s English and French heritage, which we discuss and observe by visiting various important landmarks. Our tour provides you with a unique way of discovering these landmarks, as our local guides share their first-hand experience of these cultures. They will share the stories behind the Old Port, Notre Dame Basilica (we do not enter the church), public squares and more. You’ll even get an idea of how these stories relate to today’s culture.

Montreal Brewpub Experience Craft Beer Tour

May 24, 2018 by

One-of-a-Kind Beer Tastings – The Montreal Brewpub Experience Craft Beer Tour is a 3 hour guided tour you will get to experience 3 locally owned and founded craft breweries. Between them, you will savour 6 beers that are unique to Montreal, and even unique to the bars that brew them. Each beer is served alongside carefully selected food pairings that combine perfectly with the flavours of the brew. The food samplings include: a one-of-a-kind Belgian Beer Poutine, slices of beef gravlax and cheese, as well as a delightful selection of chocolate that makes each sip a different experience. The tour stops at 3 of the best brewpubs in town, which are all a short walking distance from each other.

Historic & Cultural Experience – When you’re drinking beer, you can be sure you’re having a good time. Of course, Montreal is a city that knows a thing or two about fun. This tour dives right into its darker past and its electric present. First, you’ll learn all about the former Red-Light District, a hotspot for Americans fleeing prohibition. Thus started the city’s reputation for entertainment. Next, in order to see its progression, the tour takes you through the festivities Montreal’s Quartier des Spectacles. The area is home to some of the world’s biggest festivals such as the world renowned Jazz Festival and the FrancoFolies of Montréal Music Festival. Between tastings, you’ll discover these incredible events, and learn about how they came to be. In addition, our enthusiastic, local guides will share their own personal Montreal experiences while giving you a crash-course on how to taste craft beer like an expert.

Evening Mile End Food Tour

April 28, 2018 by

What to expect from the Evening Mile-End Montreal Food Tour?

One-of-a-Kind Food Tasting — On our 2-hour evening tour of the bustling Mile End neighbourhood of Montreal, we visit 5 unique tasting locations. Each food stop introduces guests to new flavours and cooking traditions while your tour guide explains the history behind the eatery. The variety of dishes sampled include decadent local chocolates and a famous Mile End tomato sauce made w-ith the finest Italian tomatoes. Other locations range from a fully sustainable vegan eatery, a famously delicious ice cream parlor, to the classic St. Viateur bagel. All food tastings and gratuities are included in the ticket price. We also throw in a bottle of water to keep you hydrated. For more details on the tasting locations, please see the column on the right.

Historical and Cultural Experience — Around five o’clock when the streets start to come alive, the Mile End becomes a vibrant, magical place. Immerse yourself in the neighbourhood’s culture and enjoy an authentic Fairmount Street urban experience. Your tour guide relays the fascinating history of the area and the stories behind the stores and eateries that make it great. We also discuss the historical and cultural significance of many landmarks found in the sector. Discover the fascinating history of immigrant settlements in the area and how their deep roots still impact this multicultural neighbourhood today. It’s a fun and unique way to experience the Mile End’s distinctive culture! In addition to this, our enthusiastic local guides share their knowledge, recommendations, and personal anecdotes about how the Mile End became the intriguing place it is today!

**Please note that due to some vendors’ seasonal availability, the Evening Mile End tour only runs during the warmer months. Unfortunately, we do not have a gluten-free option on this tour, but we invite those with a gluten intolerance to check out our Old Montreal Food Tour!

Old Montreal Evening Food & Drink Tour

March 15, 2018 by

Old Montreal Evening Food & Drink Tour Highlights

A visit to 3 unique local restaurants
Wine & craft beer tastings paired with your meal
Old Montreal’s essential historic sites
Time spent with 10-100+ friends, family members or coworkers

Why take the Old Montreal Evening Food & Drink Tour?

In a word: to get a taste of what Montreal has to offer. By combining food, drink and culture, this tour gives you an intimate look at the area, its history and its people and offers a chance to get to know each other better too. Surrounded by the beauty and charm of Montreal’s most historic neighbourhood, you won’t just look at the city, but interact with it.

Discover

Taste Montreal’s gourmet cuisine and regional dishes
Take in the vibrant local culture and its rich history

Connect

Get to know your group better as you walk and talk
Bond through a meaningful shared experience

Unwind

Don’t worry – we’ll take care of all the details
Enjoy pre-ordered food & drink pairings without the hassle

Who Should Take the Old Montreal Evening Food & Drink Tour?

The Old Montreal Evening Food & Drink Tour is perfect for groups of 10 to 100+ people looking to share a meaningful and memorable experience whether you’re from out of town or call Montreal home. It’s a great, laidback way to build camaraderie among your team, or to celebrate a success or occasion. If you’re hosting an office party, corporate event, team building activity, family reunion, bachelor/ette party or any other gathering, the Old Montreal Evening Food & Drink Tour is sure to make it feel special. However, due to the nature of the tour, participants must be 18+, and unfortunately it is not wheelchair accessible.

Old Montreal Bachelorette Party Food & Drink Tour

March 28, 2012 by

What to expect from the Old Montréal Food Tour?

One-of-a-Kind Food Tastings — This 3-hour guided walking tour brings you on a culinary voyage through Montréal’s charming historic district. If you were out late the night before, no problem! Three of our five tasting locations are sit-down restaurants, including a wine bar with a poutine and wine pairing! We’ll also give you a water bottle early on in the tour. Perfect for your bachelorette party needs, this tour also features a local gluten-free bakery, and a glass of rosé! We make sure you have the most authentic Québécois experience too, with two traditional Quebec dishes. In between food tastings, we stop to talk about Montréal’s culture and history, through its old and not-so-old buildings, in a fresh Local Montréal Tour way!

Historic & Cultural Experience — Walking through Montréal’s cobblestone streets, you will have the chance to relax and take in old-world charm, as your guide leads you to the district’s richest historic spots. Old Montréal is an excellent example of the city’s English and French heritage, which we discuss and observe by visiting various important landmarks. But Old Montreal is more than just history… Charming cafes, trendy speakeasies, art galleries and more line the streets creating a space that is as relevant to Montreal culture today as hundreds of years ago. Our tour provides you with a unique way of discovering these landmarks, as our local guides share their first-hand experience of these cultures. They will share the stories behind the Old Port, Place d’Armes and more.