"Julia Altshuler" <[email hidden]> wrote in message news:[email hidden]...
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Montreal bagels are *something*, but they're certainly not bagels. You want a bagel - go to NYC.
For Cathy--
Might this be a survey? Once and for all, let people vote on bagels. Are New York bagels the only true bagels, or might there be other places that compare? Are bagels doughnut shaped bread or something chewier and more sublime? Can Real Bagels have blueberries and whole wheat, or is that sacrilege, the only true bagels being made with pumpernickle or sesame seeds?
--Lia
Here is a thread about bagels that started from a guy that told me about the best bagels he's ever eaten. I consider him an expert on bagels. Near New Haven - the best pizza in the world.
Croissants I had in Denmark and Germany were every bit as good as those I had in France.
That does it! I don't believe you and am going to do the research myself eating croissants across Europe.
I remember looking forward to returning to France and enjoying great croissants and being sorely disappointed by what we got at our hotel. They didn't hold a candle to what I had in Denmark and Germany, though I had great croissants in other parts of France. But by all means..... go over and check it out. I really enjoyed the food in Europe.
On Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:44:52 -0400, "elaine" <[email hidden]>
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I'm off to Montreal on Friday until Monday with a couple of friends who enjoy eating and are excellent cooks.. We plan on doing Japanese one night and French one night.
I looked on Chowhound (never knew about that site until someone mentioned it the other day). Suggestions from anyone in this group would be welcome too.
Thanks in advance.........
e.
I've not visited Montreal before, but I ran across several references to Montreal beef a few weeks back when I raised the issue of home-cured pastrami. Alan (hahabogus) in particular said it was worth a try. Your opinions, should you happen to get a Montreal beef sandwich would be most welcome --
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"Dave Smith" <[email hidden]> wrote in message news:[email hidden]...
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Check out some of the Montreal bagel shops. Montreal bagels are incredible. I haven't been able to bring myself to bye bagels around her because I got spoiled there.
Montreal bagels are *something*, but they're certainly not bagels. You want a bagel - go to NYC.
It can't be THAT difficult that only New Yorkers can make "real" bagels. Bunch o' crapola! I bet you can find an as good as, if not better bagel in Montreal.
Montreal bagels are *something*, but they're certainly not bagels. You want a bagel - go to NYC.
It can't be THAT difficult that only New Yorkers can make "real" bagels. Bunch o' crapola! I bet you can find an as good as, if not better bagel in Montreal.
You'd lose that bet, my friend. Not even close.
True 'dat! Breads are notorious for being regional in flavor because of the water, the yeasts present in the environment and other factors. That's why you can't get the same flavored of sourdough bread outside of the San Francisco area as you can there. Bagels from NY are special. I've never eaten any elsewhere that taste as good! Not bad, mind you, but not as good.
On Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:44:52 -0400, "elaine" <[email hidden]>
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I'm off to Montreal on Friday until Monday with a couple of friends who enjoy eating and are excellent cooks.. We plan on doing Japanese one night and French one night.
I looked on Chowhound (never knew about that site until someone mentioned it the other day). Suggestions from anyone in this group would be welcome too.
Thanks in advance.........
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Why do Japanese in Montreal of all places?
I figure poutine, smoked sandwiches for lunch; bagels for breakfast - that covers the local food.........French - 'cause we're in Montreal. So..........why not Japanese?? e.
On Wed, 15 Aug 2007 07:17:24 -0400, "elaine" <[email hidden]>
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On Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:44:52 -0400, "elaine" <[email hidden]>
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I'm off to Montreal on Friday until Monday with a couple of friends who enjoy eating and are excellent cooks.. We plan on doing Japanese one night and French one night.
I looked on Chowhound (never knew about that site until someone mentioned it the other day). Suggestions from anyone in this group would be welcome too.
Thanks in advance.........
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Why do Japanese in Montreal of all places?
I figure poutine, smoked sandwiches for lunch; bagels for breakfast - that covers the local food.........French - 'cause we're in Montreal.
If that's what you consider covering the local food, knock yourself out.
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So..........why not Japanese??
You're only there for two days that's why. Is there a compelling reason to eat Japanese in Montreal? Is Montreal renowned for its Japanese food? You don't have Japanese food where you come from?
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Politics is the art of looking for trouble, finding it everywhere, diagnosing it incorrectly, and applying the wrong remedies. Groucho Marks
On Tue, 14 Aug 2007 18:17:01 -0400, "Dee Dee" <[email hidden]>
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Here is a thread about bagels that started from a guy that told me about the best bagels he's ever eaten. I consider him an expert on bagels. Near New Haven - the best pizza in the world.
You're only there for two days that's why. Is there a compelling reason to eat Japanese in Montreal? Is Montreal renowned for its Japanese food? You don't have Japanese food where you come from?
I can understand having Chinese food in Toronto or Vancouver or some other place where there is a significant Chinese population, or Japanese food on the west coast where there are lots of Japanese people. I go to Montreal a few times a year and I can't remember even seeing Japanese people, other than busloads of tourists. To the best of my knowledge, it is certainly not renowned for good Japanese food.
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So..........why not Japanese??
You're only there for two days that's why. Is there a compelling reason to eat Japanese in Montreal? Is Montreal renowned for its Japanese food? You don't have Japanese food where you come from?
I can understand having Chinese food in Toronto or Vancouver or some other place where there is a significant Chinese population, or Japanese food on the west coast where there are lots of Japanese people. I go to Montreal a few times a year and I can't remember even seeing Japanese people, other than busloads of tourists. To the best of my knowledge, it is certainly not renowned for good Japanese food.
Maybe not, but one of the people with whom I am travelling is from a very small town in Ontario - she just happens to love Japanese food.
I can understand having Chinese food in Toronto or Vancouver or some other place where there is a significant Chinese population, or Japanese food on the west coast where there are lots of Japanese people. I go to Montreal a few times a year and I can't remember even seeing Japanese people, other than busloads of tourists. To the best of my knowledge, it is certainly not renowned for good Japanese food.
Maybe not, but one of the people with whom I am travelling is from a very small town in Ontario - she just happens to love Japanese food.
That reminds me why I hate travelling with other people. I went on a group trip to Europe with my brothers and their wives and had a crappy meal in an Italian restaurant in Germany.
Give your friend some personal time to go and have some Japanese food on her own.
On second thought.... I had a wonderful meal in a Portuguese restaurant in Montreal. It was one rue Duluth, not far from L'Express that I recommended.
One of the nice things about Montreal is that it is a very affordable city for tourists. I was surprised at the low cost of hotels and decent restaurants. It is a real bargain compared to most cities. We always have at least one meal in my son's favourite vegetarian Indian restaurant. The dinner specials, including dessert are $4.95.
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I can understand having Chinese food in Toronto or Vancouver or some other place where there is a significant Chinese population, or Japanese food on the west coast where there are lots of Japanese people. I go to Montreal a few times a year and I can't remember even seeing Japanese people, other than busloads of tourists. To the best of my knowledge, it is certainly not renowned for good Japanese food.
Maybe not, but one of the people with whom I am travelling is from a very small town in Ontario - she just happens to love Japanese food.
That reminds me why I hate travelling with other people. I went on a group trip to Europe with my brothers and their wives and had a crappy meal in an Italian restaurant in Germany.
Give your friend some personal time to go and have some Japanese food on her own.
On second thought.... I had a wonderful meal in a Portuguese restaurant in Montreal. It was one rue Duluth, not far from L'Express that I recommended.
One of the nice things about Montreal is that it is a very affordable city for tourists. I was surprised at the low cost of hotels and decent restaurants. It is a real bargain compared to most cities. We always have at least one meal in my son's favourite vegetarian Indian restaurant. The dinner specials, including dessert are $4.95.
Well you can choose your friends, but not your family. And I happen to like Japanese food - just as you might like veggie Indian.
BTW there is an excellent vegetarian Indian buffet place in Brampton called Brar Sweets .
One of the nice things about Montreal is that it is a very affordable city for tourists. I was surprised at the low cost of hotels and decent restaurants. It is a real bargain compared to most cities. We always have at least one meal in my son's favourite vegetarian Indian restaurant. The dinner specials, including dessert are $4.95.
Well you can choose your friends, but not your family. And I happen to like Japanese food - just as you might like veggie Indian.
I live near Niagara Falls and there are several Japanese restaurants who cater to the hordes of Japanese tourists, but none of them are very good. I always thought the idea of dining out in a city was to experience a flavour of the city and to try the local cuisine. It just strikes me as a little odd to plan in advance to have Japanese food in a city that is not well known for it, but which does have a name for many other things. So good luck to you. I hope you enjoy it.
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BTW there is an excellent vegetarian Indian buffet place in Brampton called Brar Sweets .
If they have the $4.95 special than includes dessert it may be worth the drive. I will have to leave my wife at home. She doesn't enjoy vegetarian Indian food. No meal is complete for her unless there is lots of meat.
For poutine, go to Au Pied Cochon and get the Fois Gras Poutine
There's a very good Chinatown in Montreal, but not very much japanese.
I don't get it. Why would anyone want to *pay* for poutine other than it has an exotic name? It's french fries, cottage cheese ("fresh" cheese curds) and gravy (probably from a can). I can't think of a more disgusting combination. Adding fois gras to the mix doesn't make it more appealing, just more expensive.
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Politics is the art of looking for trouble, finding it everywhere, diagnosing it incorrectly, and applying the wrong remedies. Groucho Marks
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One of the nice things about Montreal is that it is a very affordable city for tourists. I was surprised at the low cost of hotels and decent restaurants. It is a real bargain compared to most cities. We always have at least one meal in my son's favourite vegetarian Indian restaurant. The dinner specials, including dessert are $4.95.
We haven't been to Montreal for a few years now. We did go several times in a few years before that. It is a place I loved. I have noticed the dollar dive and wondering how it could be as reasonable as it was. I've not really checked, but I get spam-type ads coming through that make me feel that Montreal is upping its prices, in addition to the dollar difference. Just a thought. Dee Dee
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BTW there is an excellent vegetarian Indian buffet place in Brampton called Brar Sweets .
If they have the $4.95 special than includes dessert it may be worth the drive. I will have to leave my wife at home. She doesn't enjoy vegetarian Indian food. No meal is complete for her unless there is lots of meat.
I don't get it. Why would anyone want to *pay* for poutine other than it has an exotic name? It's french fries, cottage cheese ("fresh" cheese curds) and gravy (probably from a can). I can't think of a more disgusting combination. Adding fois gras to the mix doesn't make it more appealing, just more expensive.
It is fresh cheese curds, not cottage cheese. Most people who try it love it.
