Montreal winters, for all their downsides, do make the city a great place for skating. It may be negative 10 and cloudy, but that shouldn’t stop you from heading outside. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, there are plenty of options throughout the city that’ll offer you a great[Read More…]
Out on the Town
Spend a day in Old Montreal
Despite being only a 30-minute walk from McGill’s downtown campus, when done right, a day in Old Montreal can feel like a day trip in a new city. Check out this itinerary for your winter getaway to Old Montreal. Begin with breakfast A hot cup of coffee and a tasty[Read More…]
The holiday markets of Montreal
Short days, snow, and an absolute need for gloves—what makes Montreal a pain in the winter is also what makes it the perfect place for holiday festivities. So grab a friend and a tote bag, and brave the cold to the following markets to snag some local gifts. The Great[Read More…]
Winter on wheels: BIXI attempts its first-ever year-round bike-sharing program
November usually marks the beginning of the frigid, seemingly everlasting Montreal winter. Dropping temperatures and the end of Daylight Savings Time are usually a wake-up call for city-dwellers to finally say goodbye to their bikes. But as Montrealers everywhere prepare for hibernation, BIXI bikes will sit—or ride—this one out. Last[Read More…]
Warming up near campus: ‘The Tribune’s’ recommendations for soup
It’s 6 p.m., the sun has already set, you have 10 pages left to write for your essay, and the t-shirt you left the house in this morning isn’t protecting you from the cold—you need soup. So grab your spoons or chopsticks, as The Tribune highlights some nearby soup spots. [Read More…]
Mic drop: The Tribune’s guide to Montreal karaoke bars
Karaoke bars are on the rise. Why go to a concert when you can hear the screech of your own voice blasting through a microphone? Why go to a club when you can dance your heart out to the sound of your friend butchering every note of “Shallow”? One thing[Read More…]
The Tribune’s guide to the best BYOB restaurants in Montreal
Though it’s been 40 years since Quebec nearly passed a law that would have allowed guests to bring their own bottles into any restaurant, many places in Montreal still allow you to have a delicious meal while sipping your favourite wine. Eating at a bring-your-own-bottle (BYOB) or “apportez votre vin”[Read More…]
Seven spots to escape the hustle and bustle of university and go for a hike
With fall just around the corner and the sweltering summer heat finally starting to break, it’s the perfect time to immerse yourself in nature. Contrary to popular belief, hiking doesn’t have to be expensive and inaccessible; you can even find some lovely spots that are easy to reach by public[Read More…]
Good places, good food, good vibes: A love letter to picnicking in Montreal
Vibrant with culture and entertainment, Montreal is the perfect city to spend our precious school-free months. While this summer’s weather has left us wanting more, those occasional warm, sunny days mean one thing: It’s time for a day in the park. Luckily for us, despite the forthcoming Fall semester, the[Read More…]
Behind the Montreal deli beef
As an avid, please forgive my use of the word, foodie, I managed to live in Montreal for two whole years without trying the fare on offer at Schwartz’s. Being one to root for the underdog, I took the comments by seasoned smoked meat enthusiasts—that Le Main is actually where[Read More…]
