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Adventures in Montreal: December 2013
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West Coast Anglophone takes on life in La Petite France. Saturday, December 28, 2013. Montreal Adventures - A Look Back At 2013. With the year winding down, it's a good time to reflect on adventures I wanted to have in Montreal in 2013. Most of the year was consumed with finishing and shipping Batman: Arkham Origins. But I still managed to get out and enjoy myself from time-to-time. If it ever comes). I hope we get the same ice skating path in Parc Jean-Drapeau this year! And at Birk's Cafe. Made in the ...
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Adventures in Montreal: March 2013
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West Coast Anglophone takes on life in La Petite France. Saturday, March 23, 2013. One of the benefits (or curses) of living in Montreal is the fabulous food. If you have a sweet tooth like I have, there are many wonderful temptations. In the last six weeks, I had the pleasure of sampling a long time favorite and trying some place new. Olivier Piffaudat Chocolatier Alchimiste. The exhibition space was packed! They are a re-imagination of your favorite, classic cocktails in chocolate form, such as Bloody ...
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Adventures in Montreal: April 2014
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West Coast Anglophone takes on life in La Petite France. Wednesday, April 30, 2014. In 2013, cronuts became a hugely popular sweet treat in many major cities in the USA and Canada, creating long line-ups outside pastry shops and even a black market in New York City. Originally launched on May 10, 2013 by Dominique Ansel Bakery. In NYC, other bakeries and pastry shops quickly caught onto the craze, creating their own versions. Montreal was no exception. A few weeks ago, a friend posted an event on MEETin.
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Adventures in Montreal: February 2013
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West Coast Anglophone takes on life in La Petite France. Wednesday, February 20, 2013. Skating And Ice At Winterlude! Although I live only two hours from Ottawa, I have not been to Winterlude since 2008. With a little encouragement from an old friend from university, I made some time for a day trip to catch up with her and enjoy two of my favorite parts of Winterlude: skating on the canal and ice sculptures. Of course, I took a few pictures from the day:. She's the queen from the movie "Alien". Are hosti...
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Adventures in Montreal: July 2013
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West Coast Anglophone takes on life in La Petite France. Sunday, July 21, 2013. Homage to a Great Pair of Hiking Boots. My faithful hiking boots - destroyed! My faithful hiking boots of nearly 13 years were destroyed by the Cup and Saucer Trail on Manitoulin Island. Alternate "trail" not on the maps. That sounded like a great idea! On the way back after the Adventure Trail - June 2013. Adventure Trail - Manitoulin Island - July 2003. The most impressive hikes I have done were in Yosemite National Park, a...
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Adventures in Montreal: Best Tea Around Montreal: Traditional Afternoon Tea
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West Coast Anglophone takes on life in La Petite France. Sunday, August 31, 2014. Best Tea Around Montreal: Traditional Afternoon Tea. It all started when a friend posted on the MEETin discussion board. At Birks Café par Europea. Birks Café par Europea. 1228 Sherbrooke St. W. 514842.4210 ext.1222. 900 Rene Levesque Blvd. W. Since the tea seems to be served on the lighter side, you will need to specify if you prefer your tea strong. 25 (full service) / $14.95 (scones and dessert only). Other Blogs I Enjoy.
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Adventures in Montreal: August 2013
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West Coast Anglophone takes on life in La Petite France. Sunday, August 11, 2013. In Search Of Montreal's Best Lemonade. When you are thirsty on a hot summer day, ice cold, slightly sweetened lemonade is a great way to refresh yourself. Inspired by a Nightlife.ca article on the Top 5 Best Lemonades in Montreal. I set up a MEETin. Event "In Search of the Best Lemonade" to sample three of the five lemonades featured in the article and decide for ourselves. In the end, we decided D'Liche. There may be anoth...
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Adventures in Montreal: June 2013
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West Coast Anglophone takes on life in La Petite France. Sunday, June 30, 2013. Making The Best Of Business Travel. I didn't blog much in May and June because I was away a fair amount - twice on business. Like everyone early in their career, I thought business travel would be so sexy. Then I got a job where I had to travel every month. That's when I learned that it can take a lot of energy, so I learned a few things about how to make the best of business travel. Downtown Frankfurt after a day of rain.
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Adventures in Montreal: Christmas Lights Around Montreal
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West Coast Anglophone takes on life in La Petite France. Saturday, December 27, 2014. Christmas Lights Around Montreal. As the days get shorter and colder in December, Montreal starts to become a little magical as the various Christmas displays appear around the city. Here are a few neighbourhoods worth braving the cold to enjoy the lights. Square around metro Mont Royal, Dec. 2012. Each year, there is usually a colourful light display along St. Catherine between St. Andre and Papineau. It looks like a b...
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