Finalists for the Lauriers de la gastronomie québécoise 2026 span 17 categories with more than 100 contenders, highlighting Quebec’s farm-to-table talent. Winners will be announced May 4 at Théâtre Pierre-Mercure and Cabaret St-Denis in Montréal, with tickets available for the gala.
Discover Montreal's must-try poutine scene across 14 spots, from classic cheese curds and brown gravy to extravagant twists with foie gras, seafood, or spicy toppings. From late-night snack bars to standout restaurants, these venues showcase bold flavors, regional twists, and 24/7 diners that celebrate Quebec's iconic comfort dish.
La Table Ronde awards four $10,000 grants to Quebec women restaurateurs, closing the first Women Leadership Accelerator cohort. Recipients include Véronique Rivest, Renée Deschenes-O'Hagan, Isabelle Dupuis and Noémie Ducharme. The program provides coaching, workshops and media visibility, with a second cohort planned for winter 2026.
RENOIR at the Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile turns Sunday brunch into a chic, buffet celebration of French gastronomy and Quebec creativity, with seasonal, locally sourced dishes by Executive Chef Olivier Perret and Pastry Chef Paul Peyrat, from Montreal-spiced striploin to reinvented eggs Benedict and RENOIR waffles, in an elegant setting.
Discover Montreal's Quartier des Spectacles, a dynamic dining hub where warm bistros, bold fusion spots, and terrace cafes cluster near Place des Arts and MAC, weaving Quebec tradition with global flavors for quick bites or immersive evenings in a vibrant, festival-driven culinary scene.
Montreal's summer pulses with ephemeral spaces and seasonal terraces, from rooftop oases and farmers' markets to pedestrian streets and pop-up eateries, transforming the city from the Lachine Canal to the Plateau into a living outdoor festival of food, culture, and community.
Les Lauriers Gala 2025 reveals finalists in its 7th edition with strong Montreal representation as voting opens ahead of the May 26 gala at New City Gas, celebrating 17 categories, 5200 submissions, and a jury led by Normand Laprise; a posthumous tribute to Daniel Pinard and a vibrant Quebec culinary showcase.
Discover Montreal's restaurants and counters that blend dining with a local grocery of Quebec producers, from artisanal cheeses and maple treats to short-supply-chain meats and wines, inviting visitors to savor authentic terroir and bring home carefully selected products.
Discover Montreal's Aliments du Québec au menu restaurants that celebrate local producers with seasonal, terroir-driven dishes across cozy bistros, cafes, and brasseries. These menus spotlight Quebec ingredients, support regional economies, and offer authentic, flavorful meals rooted in local know-how.
La Cage aux Sports rebrands as La Cage - Brasserie sportive, focusing on food, beer and sport with a new menu featuring house sauces and fresher ingredients, a redesigned logo and site, and aims to attract younger guests while preserving the brand's sports ambiance across 50-plus locations.