The Furfaro’s & Olimpico: Putting Montreal on the map
The Furfaro family Olimpico in 1970, put Montreal on the international map of Italian coffee, and now has 3 cafés in Montreal!
Interviews
Johanne Martineau: Nourishing the body and soul at Merci la Vie
Johanne Martineau is the strong and talented co-owner of the café-bakery Merci la vie—one of the best bakeries in the province.
Phillip Viens: A new approach to charcuterie
Portrait of Phillip Viens, a humble and dedicated individual who has discovered and developed a passion for butchery over the years.
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Mark Cregan: hot sauce artisan and Montreal entrepreneur
Mark's Hot Sauce: Mark is firmly rooted in Montreal's entrepreneurial and culinary worlds, and his hot sauce company is the propeller behind it all.
Édouard Dufour-Boiteau: From behind the camera to Mate Libre
Édouard Dufour-Boiteau has created Mate Libre: a Montreal-based sparkling Yerba maté infusion that we love!
Masami Waki: The art and finesse of pastry making
Masami Waki (Club Chasse et Pêche, Le Filet and Le Serpent) is recognised as one of the best pastry chefs in Montreal.
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Helena Loureiro: Chef and ambassador of l’Érable du Québec
Helena Loureiro is the chef of the restaurant Helena and Portus 360, both of which proudly serve Portuguese cuisine.
Olivier Potier: A story of encounters
Olivier Potier is one of the best pastry chefs in the province. Head to his pastry shop at Marché 440 in Laval to appreciate his talent.
Ethné de Vienne: Spice hunter
Ethné de Vienne is a remarkable and inspiring woman who has travelled the globe to find the best flavours to sell at her boutique, Épices de Cru.
Marc-André Royal: Chef, entrepreneur
Marc-André Royal, ambassador of Quebec Maple: With dedication, talent, business sense, and charm, he is a major player in the world of Montreal gastronomy.
Stéphanie Labelle: a brilliant pastry chef
As the owner of Patisserie Rhubarbe, Stéphanie Labelle is leaving her mark on Montreal’s gourmet landscape and as an ambassador of Quebec maple.
Chloé Migneault-Lecavalier: The colours of chocolate
Chloé Migneault-Lecavalier is one of the best chocolatiers in town. Meet one half of Lecavalier Petrone.
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Martin Falardeau: For the love of baking
Martin Falardeau is one of the best bakers in town. After the success of his bakeries, he is considered the master of the baguette.
Yves Lévesque: An exceptional caterer
Yves Lévesque: Portrait of a talented chef and pastry chef who has been working as a caterer in Montreal for over 42 years.
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Érable du Québec
Christine Plante: A unifying force in Quebec gastronomy
Christine Plante is the founder of the Lauriers de la Gastronomie Québécoise gala. Portrait of a dynamic and passionate communicator!
Lisa Yu: An exceptional maker of exquisite desserts
Lisa Yu is the pastry chef of the splendid Monarque restaurant. Her expertise makes her an outstanding creator of desserts!
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