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i'm planning a trip to Mt. Tremblant next week, passing Montreal on the
way, anyone has any good suggestion on the fun activities in the city of
Montreal?
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| Posted: Sat Aug 09, 2003 3:25 am Post subject: Re: what to do in Montreal? |
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I found it to be a rather boring city and architecturally unattractive apart
from one area of Victorian type houses similar to the kind that we call
'Colonies' in Edinburgh. The botanical gardens were nice and it was
interesting to watch all the mainly Asian couples who go there after their
wedding to have their wedding pictures taken. The trip up to Mont Royal was
a pleasant afternoon out. Now Quebec is a different story, old, interesting
and attractive, if only they could speak English:-)
Derek.
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tia,
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| Posted: Sat Aug 09, 2003 4:28 am Post subject: Re: what to do in Montreal? |
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"Derek F" <lordpilrig@btinternet.com> wrote in message
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| Quote: | I found it to be a rather boring city and architecturally unattractive
apart
from one area of Victorian type houses similar to the kind that we call
'Colonies' in Edinburgh. The botanical gardens were nice and it was
interesting to watch all the mainly Asian couples who go there after their
wedding to have their wedding pictures taken. The trip up to Mont Royal
was
a pleasant afternoon out. Now Quebec is a different story, old,
interesting
and attractive, if only they could speak English:-)
Derek.
"xiongnu" <xiongnu@my-deja.com> wrote in message
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i'm planning a trip to Mt. Tremblant next week, passing Montreal on the
way, anyone has any good suggestion on the fun activities in the city of
Montreal?
tia,
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Obviously you haven't spent any significant time in Montreal. Montreal is
one of my favorite destinations...I visit about 10 times a year. Let's
see...what do:
Old Montreal and the Old Port--Amazing architecture, old buildings, great
bistro restaurants, cool old style buildings and cobble stone streets. The
old port holds many festivals throughout the year. The science center is
also at the Old Port. And there is a beautiful waterfront promenade with
many things to do and see.
Biodome--At the Biodome you can experience different climates with authentic
wildlife and plants.
Chinatown--Not one of the largest Chinatowns in North America, but one of
the cleanest, nicest, and safest. Lot's of shops and cool architecture.
Amazing authentic and North Americanized Chinese restaurants. I would
suggest visiting the lobby of the Chinatown Holiday Inn if you go to
Chinatown. Visit the lounge, enjoy a beverage, and check out the indoor coy
pond. It is so very cool.
Montreal Expos--Maybe if time permits see the Montreal Expos. Amazingly
cheap tix for great seats.
The Underground City--An underground "city" of shopping, restaurants and
business. You can literally walk around a good chunk of the city
underground. I would suggest entering at the main train station--Gare
Centrale--located near Bonaventure. You can walk all over the place
starting there. Just follow the signs.
St. Catherine Street--The vibrant hot-spot of Montreal--especially at night.
Lots of clubs, shops and restaurants. A sight to be seen.
There is so much more to do....if you want more info you can google "things
to do in Montreal".
Here is a website that has a little Montreal info
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/destinations/Montreal/
Have a great time! Oh, and make sure you have some Montreal bagels. Much
better than anything from New York (sorry New Yorkers). They are way
different than the other bagels out there. |
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Keeger
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| Posted: Sat Aug 09, 2003 6:20 am Post subject: Re: what to do in Montreal? |
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xiongnu <xiongnu@my-deja.com> wrote:
| Quote: | i'm planning a trip to Mt. Tremblant next week, passing Montreal on the
way, anyone has any good suggestion on the fun activities in the city of
Montreal?
tia,
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Montreal is a great city. Not sure what your idea of "fun" is though.
Definitely see the old town, especially at night. Just don't eat
there! Instead, walk down to Rue St. Denis (a great breakfast locale
as well), or read through chowhounds.com before you go for a
recommendation.
The most "fun" I've ever had in Montreal was riding the rapids on the
St. Lawrence river. IIRC, the boats leave from the old port every
half hour. It's an awesome ride, but you will get soaked to the bone.
They provide wet suits and a changing room, so you can spare your
clothes. http://www.jetboatingmontreal.com/
For adult fun, St. Catherines at night.
Mont Royal provides a nice walk (or you can drive to the top) and
spectacular views of the city and the St. Lawrence. The Mont Royal
neighborhood has a very Bohemian vibe.
If you like amusement parks, Le Mondial is only a couple of Metro
stops from the old town.
The Underground City is really just a bunch of shops. Probably
wonderful in the winter, but in the summer, save this as a rainy day
option.
I just uploaded some good night photos of the old town to my Webshots
site. Have a look: http://community.webshots.com/user/59_strat
and a great time in Montreal.
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Ray M
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| Posted: Sat Aug 09, 2003 7:25 am Post subject: Re: what to do in Montreal? |
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| Quote: | Obviously you haven't spent any significant time in Montreal. Montreal is
one of my favorite destinations...I visit about 10 times a year.
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My wife and I visited for the first time a year ago and loved it. If you
want to go to one of the best steakhouses around, go to Le Queue de Cheval.
That restaurant is one of the reasons we want to go back!
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Ray
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I found it to be a rather boring city and architecturally unattractive
apart
from one area of Victorian type houses similar to the kind that we call
'Colonies' in Edinburgh. The botanical gardens were nice and it was
interesting to watch all the mainly Asian couples who go there after
their
wedding to have their wedding pictures taken. The trip up to Mont Royal
was
a pleasant afternoon out. Now Quebec is a different story, old,
interesting
and attractive, if only they could speak English:-)
Derek.
"xiongnu" <xiongnu@my-deja.com> wrote in message
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i'm planning a trip to Mt. Tremblant next week, passing Montreal on
the
way, anyone has any good suggestion on the fun activities in the city
of
Montreal?
tia,
Obviously you haven't spent any significant time in Montreal. Montreal is
one of my favorite destinations...I visit about 10 times a year. Let's
see...what do:
Old Montreal and the Old Port--Amazing architecture, old buildings, great
bistro restaurants, cool old style buildings and cobble stone streets.
The
old port holds many festivals throughout the year. The science center is
also at the Old Port. And there is a beautiful waterfront promenade with
many things to do and see.
Biodome--At the Biodome you can experience different climates with
authentic
wildlife and plants.
Chinatown--Not one of the largest Chinatowns in North America, but one of
the cleanest, nicest, and safest. Lot's of shops and cool architecture.
Amazing authentic and North Americanized Chinese restaurants. I would
suggest visiting the lobby of the Chinatown Holiday Inn if you go to
Chinatown. Visit the lounge, enjoy a beverage, and check out the indoor
coy
pond. It is so very cool.
Montreal Expos--Maybe if time permits see the Montreal Expos. Amazingly
cheap tix for great seats.
The Underground City--An underground "city" of shopping, restaurants and
business. You can literally walk around a good chunk of the city
underground. I would suggest entering at the main train station--Gare
Centrale--located near Bonaventure. You can walk all over the place
starting there. Just follow the signs.
St. Catherine Street--The vibrant hot-spot of Montreal--especially at
night.
Lots of clubs, shops and restaurants. A sight to be seen.
There is so much more to do....if you want more info you can google
"things
to do in Montreal".
Here is a website that has a little Montreal info
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/destinations/Montreal/
Have a great time! Oh, and make sure you have some Montreal bagels. Much
better than anything from New York (sorry New Yorkers). They are way
different than the other bagels out there.
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Alan Pollock
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| Posted: Sat Aug 09, 2003 4:44 pm Post subject: Re: what to do in Montreal? |
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Tom Morrow <tom_morrow@tomorrowland-t-a.com> wrote:
| Quote: | Have a great time! Oh, and make sure you have some Montreal bagels. Much
better than anything from New York (sorry New Yorkers). They are way
different than the other bagels out there.
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You sure you don't mean Smoked Meat? I've had Bagels identical to good
"Montreal Bagels" in New York and other places. I'm not talking about Cantor's
either. You asserted it, up to you to defend it, Tom. I'm willing to listen
but I'll tell you I've had Montreal Bagels at places that probably don't even
exist anymore. Great stuff, and *unique to each bakery*. All within a tasty
range of Bagels throughout NA and probably the world. Nex |
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Alan Pollock
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| Posted: Sat Aug 09, 2003 7:25 pm Post subject: Re: what to do in Montreal? |
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Tom Morrow <tom_morrow@tomorrowland-t-a.com> wrote:
| Quote: | "Alan Pollock" <nex@nopanix.com> wrote in message
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Tom Morrow <tom_morrow@tomorrowland-t-a.com> wrote:
Have a great time! Oh, and make sure you have some Montreal bagels.
Much
better than anything from New York (sorry New Yorkers). They are way
different than the other bagels out there.
You sure you don't mean Smoked Meat? I've had Bagels identical to good
"Montreal Bagels" in New York and other places. I'm not talking about
Cantor's
either. You asserted it, up to you to defend it, Tom. I'm willing to
listen
but I'll tell you I've had Montreal Bagels at places that probably don't
even
exist anymore. Great stuff, and *unique to each bakery*. All within a
tasty
range of Bagels throughout NA and probably the world. Nex
MMM...Montreal Smoked Meat is great too. But, real Montreal Bagels need to
be purchased in Montreal(St Viateur Bagel is recommended...but watch out
some bagel bakeries in Montreal make New York style bagels...ick!)...or at
Meyer's Bagel Bakery in Burlington, Vermont. These are the only two places
that I have found to make true Montreal style bagels. Here is how it needs
to be done...first fresh dough is formed by hand (of course) into the shape
of a bagel...then it is dropped into boiling honey water...then fired in a
wood burning oven. The true key is the honey water and wood burning oven.
Without those two key ingredients in the cooking process, you don't have a
good bagel. Not really sure what is in the dough but it is delicious.
Montreal style bagels are smaller than their US counterparts. They are
crunchy on the outside, and chewy on the inside. But they don't have the
"bread" texture of US bagels. Not really sure how to explain it too much
more. Nothin' better than Montreal Smoked Meat on a "spicy" Montreal Bagel
with good mustard...mmmmmm.
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OK gotcha. You haven't tasted *real* New Yawk Bagels then, or Bagels from a
bunch of other cities. I know what you mean by 'bready' dough and I dislike
that as well. Nex
(Former Montrealer) |
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Derek F
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| Posted: Sat Aug 09, 2003 9:14 pm Post subject: Re: what to do in Montreal? |
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"Tom Morrow" <tom_morrow@tomorrowland-t-a.com> wrote in message
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| Quote: | "Derek F" <lordpilrig@btinternet.com> wrote in message
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I found it to be a rather boring city and architecturally unattractive
apart
from one area of Victorian type houses similar to the kind that we call
'Colonies' in Edinburgh. The botanical gardens were nice and it was
interesting to watch all the mainly Asian couples who go there after
their
wedding to have their wedding pictures taken. The trip up to Mont Royal
was
a pleasant afternoon out. Now Quebec is a different story, old,
interesting
and attractive, if only they could speak English:-)
Derek.
"xiongnu" <xiongnu@my-deja.com> wrote in message
news:3F34176D.6050609@my-deja.com...
i'm planning a trip to Mt. Tremblant next week, passing Montreal on
the
way, anyone has any good suggestion on the fun activities in the city
of
Montreal?
tia,
Obviously you haven't spent any significant time in Montreal. Montreal is
one of my favorite destinations...I visit about 10 times a year. Let's
see...what do:
Old Montreal and the Old Port--Amazing architecture, old buildings, great
bistro restaurants, cool old style buildings and cobble stone streets.
The
old port holds many festivals throughout the year. The science center is
also at the Old Port. And there is a beautiful waterfront promenade with
many things to do and see.
Biodome--At the Biodome you can experience different climates with
authentic
wildlife and plants.
Chinatown--Not one of the largest Chinatowns in North America, but one of
the cleanest, nicest, and safest. Lot's of shops and cool architecture.
Amazing authentic and North Americanized Chinese restaurants. I would
suggest visiting the lobby of the Chinatown Holiday Inn if you go to
Chinatown. Visit the lounge, enjoy a beverage, and check out the indoor
coy
pond. It is so very cool.
Montreal Expos--Maybe if time permits see the Montreal Expos. Amazingly
cheap tix for great seats.
The Underground City--An underground "city" of shopping, restaurants and
business. You can literally walk around a good chunk of the city
underground. I would suggest entering at the main train station--Gare
Centrale--located near Bonaventure. You can walk all over the place
starting there. Just follow the signs.
St. Catherine Street--The vibrant hot-spot of Montreal--especially at
night.
Lots of clubs, shops and restaurants. A sight to be seen.
There is so much more to do....if you want more info you can google
"things
to do in Montreal".
Here is a website that has a little Montreal info
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/destinations/Montreal/
Have a great time! Oh, and make sure you have some Montreal bagels. Much
better than anything from New York (sorry New Yorkers). They are way
different than the other bagels out there.
I just whizzed through my video of that trip and did not change my mind much |
about Montreal although I had forgotten about the Old Port.
Derek. |
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Tom Morrow
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| Posted: Sat Aug 09, 2003 11:57 pm Post subject: Re: what to do in Montreal? |
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"Alan Pollock" <nex@nopanix.com> wrote in message
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| Quote: | Tom Morrow <tom_morrow@tomorrowland-t-a.com> wrote:
Have a great time! Oh, and make sure you have some Montreal bagels.
Much
better than anything from New York (sorry New Yorkers). They are way
different than the other bagels out there.
You sure you don't mean Smoked Meat? I've had Bagels identical to good
"Montreal Bagels" in New York and other places. I'm not talking about
Cantor's
either. You asserted it, up to you to defend it, Tom. I'm willing to
listen
but I'll tell you I've had Montreal Bagels at places that probably don't
even
exist anymore. Great stuff, and *unique to each bakery*. All within a
tasty
range of Bagels throughout NA and probably the world. Nex
|
MMM...Montreal Smoked Meat is great too. But, real Montreal Bagels need to
be purchased in Montreal(St Viateur Bagel is recommended...but watch out
some bagel bakeries in Montreal make New York style bagels...ick!)...or at
Meyer's Bagel Bakery in Burlington, Vermont. These are the only two places
that I have found to make true Montreal style bagels. Here is how it needs
to be done...first fresh dough is formed by hand (of course) into the shape
of a bagel...then it is dropped into boiling honey water...then fired in a
wood burning oven. The true key is the honey water and wood burning oven.
Without those two key ingredients in the cooking process, you don't have a
good bagel. Not really sure what is in the dough but it is delicious.
Montreal style bagels are smaller than their US counterparts. They are
crunchy on the outside, and chewy on the inside. But they don't have the
"bread" texture of US bagels. Not really sure how to explain it too much
more. Nothin' better than Montreal Smoked Meat on a "spicy" Montreal Bagel
with good mustard...mmmmmm. |
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Tom Morrow
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"Alan Pollock" <nex@nopanix.com> wrote in message
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OK gotcha. You haven't tasted *real* New Yawk Bagels then, or Bagels from
a
bunch of other cities. I know what you mean by 'bready' dough and I
dislike
that as well. Nex
(Former Montrealer)
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Exactly...you need the authentic thing. I have never had a *real* New York
bagel, but I have had New York "style" bagels. I am sure it is not the
same. Same with a Montreal "style" bagel. Unless it is done right, it is
not authentic. |
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