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Mike Cohen & Glenn J. Nashen enjoy a full Eggspectation experience
I have long been a fan of the Eggspectation restaurant chain. A few years ago I met Enzo Renda, who has driven this business globally…
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Mike Cohen returns to the world-famous Schwartz’s Deli
My brother-in-law Rich Lenkov is a Chomedey native who has practiced law in Chicago for the past two decades. When he returns home for a…
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Mike Cohen Discovers Petros Westmount: Outstanding Mediterranean cuisine
It has now been two years since restaurateur Ted Dranias opened Petros Westmount at the corner of St. Catherine Street West and Grosvenor. My family…
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Mike Cohen is in paradise at La Queue de Cheval Steakhouse and Raw Bar
La Queue de Cheval Steakhouse and Raw Bar, located at 1181 Avenue de la Montagne, represents a special place when it comes to writing restaurant…
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A West End Little Oasis: Jardin Iwaki by Glenn J. Nashen
Tadayuki Endo has been a part of the restaurant scene in Montreal for over 30 years, the past six as the owner of The Jardin…
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Alexandra Cohen visits the iconic Ritz-Carlton Montreal for Afternoon Tea
When the Ritz-Carlton Montreal opened in 1912, it became known for its legendary style and impeccable service. The hotel also gained notice as a comfortable…
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Mike Cohen gets filled up at the truly unique Deville Dinerbar
Deville Dinerbar is unlike any diner you’ve been in: a lovechild of whimsical nostalgia and 21st-century spirit. I have been to Deville a number of…
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Mike Cohen explores newest Madisons Restaurant & Bar franchise on Decarie
Madisons Restaurant & Bar has always been one of those dining establishments I have truly appreciated for its well-balanced menu: terrific appetizers, salads, tartares, soups,…
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Mike Cohen goes back to an all-time favorite in P.F. Chang’s
Let me begin by saying what a huge fan I have been of P.F.Chang’s going back well before the iconic global chain first landed in…
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Mike Cohen checks out Vieux-Port Steakhouse’s newly redesigned terrace
The Vieux-Port Steakhouse on St. Paul Street West in Old Montreal has been a year-round favorite of mine for many years. That is particularly the…
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Mike Cohen visits young chefs Karina and Bruno at Forketta Épicerie Gourmet in Rosemount
Karina Awadalla and Bruno Dodaro are a very nice young couple who recently decided to go into business together, opening Forketta Épicerie Gourmet at 3589…
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Mike Cohen checks in to Bar George at Le Mount Stephen on Drummond Street
Mike Yuval and Jack Sofer are the visionaries behind the Tidan Hospitality and Real Estate Group (www.tidan.com), a company they launched and built from the…
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Mike Cohen discovers Italian dining standout Joiea Sociale in Old Montreal
There is a new player on the Old Montreal restaurant scene. Joiea Sociale (645 Wellington Street) opened for business in June 2018 - an authentic…
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Glenn J. Nashen reviews Restaurant Onoir: An eye opening dinner experience
This was no ordinary evening out for dinner. I had heard of Onoir for several years and each time I came up with an excuse…
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A new Italian aroma in Brossard: Tre Sapori
There’s a new Italian aroma spreading across Brossard. Restaurants Tre Sapori has recently launched on Taschereau Boulevard and is sure to be a local hit.…
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Mike Cohen Discovers Souvlaki Bar: a nice choice of menu items and large portions
I recently experienced the Laval Centropolis location of Souvlaki Bar (http://souvlakibar.ca) upon the suggestion of friends who joined us for dinner on a beautiful Saturday…
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Mike Cohen happily returns to Elounda: Mediterranean cuisine at its best
Elounda was established in 2003 by Gary Makris and Haralambos (Bobby) Michailidis. As Bobby told me, he and Gary`s first order of business was to…
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Mike Cohen returns to an old favorite for chicken and ribs: The Bar-B Barn
Growing up, The Bar-B Barn was always a favorite restaurant for my family. As such, we would frequently dine or take out from the downtown…
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Mike Cohen takes a trip to Brit & Chips and enjoys some maple syrup batter
For years I have driven by the three Montreal locations of Brit & Chips (www.britandchips.com), curious about the experience but never venturing inside. When I…
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Mike Cohen lands at The Montreal Airport Marriott In-Terminal Hotel Bijou Resto | Bar
The Montreal Airport Marriott In-Terminal Hotel opened back in 2009. I have made many trips back and forth to Pierre Elliott Trudeau International in Dorval…
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Mike Cohen rediscovers Mikes Restaurants as iconic franchise celebrates more than 50 years of pizza, subs and more
I must confess that it had been a few years since I dined at a Mikes Restaurant. But after going to a few movies at…
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Glenn J. Nashen: Authentic Pizza & Vino at Sapori di Napoli
“It’s like having dinner in the basement of a St. Leonard triplex. Not fancy. Nothing trendy. Just good authentic homemade Italian food.” That’s how Guido…
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Glenn J. Nashen: Welcome home at Bistro Amerigo
Momma's kitchen table might seat more guests than you can fit into Bistro Amerigo but that makes this small, comfy Italian restaurant an even more…
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Mike Cohen reviews the Firegrill Restaurants: Downtown and St. Laurent locations going strong
It has been almost 20 years since the Theo family opened their first Firegrill Restaurant in the same St. Laurent complex which houses the Cinemas…