FromCreativetoClassic:HolidayDrinksinOldMontreal
The neighbourhood is once again aglow and abuzz with all the charm of the holiday season, and that of course means the drinks to match. Here are just a few we happily suggest, because whether you’re warm and cozy indoors or meandering through its luminous streets, the magic and history of Old Montreal should be enjoyed with a great drink in hand.
A heartwarming cuppa & more
Maple Mandy’s by the sea
One of our favourite salad spots of all time is ringing in this year’s holiday season in wonderful ways both salty and sweet. Do things right and head to Mandy’s for one of their maple sea salt lattes, then watch your morning take a delicious turn that you’ll want to repeat again and again.
Café Dépôt has the goodies
Montreal coffee institution Café Dépôt is going all out this year with its “Merry & Sweet” menu, featuring a whole Santa’s bag-full of holiday goodies. Red velvet latte, smoothie or white hot chocolate, pistachio matcha, tiramisu & mascarpone iced latte... The festive list goes on and on.
A fragrant break at Parfums de Perse
Come in from the cold and let your senses be swept away by the exotic and bewitching aromas of Parfums de Perse. Their Persian latte with saffron and pistachio is an unforgettable coffee experience, perfect with one of their amazing baklavas, not to mention these frosty times.
For the love of hot chocolate and high tea
Be good to your sweet tooth with Beavertails
Hello, winter. Hot chocolate with marshmallows anyone? Do we even need to ask? Since the answer is obviously yes, Beavertails is welcoming you with exactly that, the perfect pairing with their legendary pastries or a neighbourhood stroll full of yuletide charm.
Spirulina for next-level cocoa
Spirulina Health Bar is putting your well-being first this holiday season with a power-packed hot chocolate mix like no other. Make your own Beck’s Bone Broth protein hot chocolate in the comfort of your home and then feel the warming nourishment with every sip. Available in mint!
Bar à beurre: Seasonal specialists
Bar à beurre is always in the festive swing of things, no matter the time of year. Not only are you invited to take a picture by their Frosty the Snowman window and get a free hot chocolate if you tag it, but their delightful Christmas high teas have now begun, so be sure to book yours now!
High tea, à la Paparmane
Paparmane is also getting deliciously sophisticated with its Holiday High Tea, from December 6 to January 12. Enjoy a select cup and be regaled with a sumptuous spread of savoury and sweet treats prepared with a good dose of holiday spirit. Vegan and gluten-free options too!
Happy holidays, full of cheers!
A cure for the cold at Pub Cartier Arms
Frosty enough for you out there? Come and get cozy at Pub Cartier Arms with that quintessential cold-weather drink that comes with a buzz and a bit of a jolt: the Irish coffee. Their signature one is a must-try and goes great with a slice of their decadent cheesecake. Sláinte!
The beautiful brews of BreWskey
Among Pub Brewskey’s constant stream of highly creative new additions, one stands out for its holiday appeal. Now available at L’Annexe BreWskey, their “Apple Caramel Brew Juice”, made with puréed apples, homemade caramel, cinnamon and cream, is basically comfort in a can.
At Pubjelly, Wednesday means martinis
Nothing like fresh oysters and an ice-cold martini to enjoy the holiday season in style. Especially when the martini is free. From 5 PM on Wednesdays at Pubjelly, get a free martini with every half dozen oysters you order, while DJ Zo spins his magic. It’s beginning to look a lot like happy!
Photos: Café Dépôt - Mandys - Queues de Castor - Bar à beurre - Sara Megan - Pub Cartiers Arms - Pubjelly - BreWskey
