Laura Osborne, the former editor-in-chief of the award-winning RICARDO magazines and senior editor at Air Canada enRoute, is obsessed with finding the best in any given city. From jumping off cliffs in Interlaken, Switzerland, to digging into bone marrow tacos in Vancouver — with rooftop cocktails and croquet in London and local Montreal beer tastings in between — Laura eats (and drinks) her way across the planet, checking out the best cultural experiences, events and happenings along the way.

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The world’s most beautiful hotels, according to Time Out editors

The world’s most beautiful hotels, according to Time Out editors

Here at Time Out, we love all hotels equally: the flashy five-stars, the cool boutiques, the well-thought-out budget stays. But some are, undoubtedly, better looking than others. Whether ‘beautiful’ to you is a secluded jungle lodge or an eco-cool city stay, a kitschy motel or a reawakened royal residence, we’ve got them all on this list (and then some).  Now, it goes without saying that any list of the world’s most beautiful hotels is entirely subjective and by no means exhaustive. But what we can offer is real-life experience: every place on this list has been visited by one of Time Out’s editors, writers and hotel experts. From Punjab to Palermo, California to Costa Rica, we can guarantee that each hotel packs serious wow factor, and you’ll have an excellent stay at them all.  The world’s most beautiful hotels at a glance 🏰 Best heritage hotel: Ashford Castle  ⛰ Best for show-stopping scenery: The Hiramatsu Karuizawa Miyota đŸŒș Most beautiful gardens and grounds: Four Seasons Hotel Firenze 🎹 Best for avant-garde art and design: Jackalope Hotel 👑 Best for all-out maximalism: The Fifth Avenue Hotel 🏊 Most beautiful pool: The Phoenicia Malta đŸ™ïž Most beautiful city-centre hotel: Le Pavillon de la Reine How did we choose the world’s most beautiful hotels?  Our global team of editors, writers and hotel experts spend a lot of their time reviewing hotels in their corner of the world. Every hotel on this list has been selected for a reason: show-stopping scenery, beautiful i
The 33 most underrated travel destinations in the world

The 33 most underrated travel destinations in the world

‘Overtourism’. It’s more than a buzzword – in the world’s most popular destinations, it’s a problem that affects almost every aspect of local life, from the environment to the cost of renting, transport and eating out. And when a place is overwhelmed by people, it’s not only locals’ quality of life that suffers; the quality of your trip does, too. But it’s not all bad. Destinations are coming up with ways to redistribute tourism from densely crowded hotspots to lesser-visited regions. Travellers are seeking cooler climes and embracing slow travel, allowing space to discover somewhere new. And they’re still riding the ‘destination dupes’ trend, where overrun holiday destinations are swapped out for less crowded, less expensive, but just-as-good alternatives. On our newly updated list of the world’s most underrated travel destinations, you won’t find your Bangkoks or your Balis, your Amalfis or your Amsterdams. What you will find is the hidden side of Yosemite, the French Riviera’s overlooked twin, a place where penguins outnumber people, and plenty more travel inspo where that came from.Why trust us? Because we’ve been to them all. Every spot on this list was picked by one of our expert editors and globetrotting travel writers, recommended because they offer great (or quiet) alternatives to the classics – and in many cases, because they’re places that actually want tourism. In other words, travelling to any of these 33 criminally overlooked destinations is a win-win situation.
50 best things to do in Montreal for locals and tourists

50 best things to do in Montreal for locals and tourists

Last updated August 2026: From the ultimate guide to the city's best summer festivals, or where to find Montreal's sexiest hidden rooftop, this list has you covered when it comes to the most kick-ass things happening across the city. Whether you're looking for the most spectacular hikes in and around Montreal (or where to find its most secret bars), this town is full of amazing and free things to do—especially during the summer. Explore the best places to stay, where to find late-night eats or simply the best family-friendly activites. How we choose the best things to do in Montreal: Time Out editors hit the streets of Montreal from one end of the city to the other looking for the coolest things to do, the most delicious places to eat and the most impressive events to see. Next step: we then pick only the very best things to do to make it to this list each month. This essential round-up of Montreal musts is your to-do list whether you're a tourist or a local: from the best bars and speakeasies to the most stellar free museums, this epic guide to Montreal rounds up the most outstanding things to do across the city. Quick picks: The best things to do in Montreal at a glance Visit historic Old Montreal Explore the Notre-Dame Basilica Soak up the natural beauty of Mount Royal Park Experiencing the city's vibrant culture at the Jean-Talon Market Check out the city's best museums like the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts Discover the Biodîme, Botanical Garden, and the Underground City
Les meilleures piscines à Montréal

Les meilleures piscines à Montréal

Les meilleures piscines de MontrĂ©al, intĂ©rieur et extĂ©rieur, sont des endroits parfaits pour faire de la natation ou se dĂ©tendre. Certaines de ces piscines font partie des meilleures activitĂ©s gratuites de MontrĂ©al et s’y baigner est Ă©galement une des meilleures choses Ă  faire avec des enfants. Pendant la saison chaude, certaines se trouvent dans les parcs de MontrĂ©al, rivalisant les meilleures plages en ville et aux alentours. RECOMMANDÉ : Guide complet des meilleures choses Ă  faire Ă  MontrĂ©alLes 21 meilleures choses Ă  faire avec des enfants Ă  MontrĂ©al
27 of Montreal’s best burger joints you need to try right now

27 of Montreal’s best burger joints you need to try right now

We’re serious about our burgers in Montreal—from globally-ranked smash patties to classic late-night spots. There's every variety available here, thanks to a range of restaurants from bars with the best cocktails and high-end eateries to steakhouses and lowdown dirty diners. No matter your scene, if you fancy yourself a true connoisseur of top-notch burgers, you’ve come to the right place.  RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best restaurants in MontrealBest downtown Montreal restaurants
The world’s 20 best cities for food right now

The world’s 20 best cities for food right now

This list is from 2025. Check out the latest ranking here. In January, we published our annual ranking of the world’s best cities. To create the list, we quizzed city-dwellers on everything from happiness and nightlife to walkability – and while all these factors are important in making a city great, let’s face it: a city is nothing without its food. From street eats to fine dining, family-run taverns to cutting-edge kitchens, eating and drinking is the backbone of local culture in our cities and the reason many of us choose to travel.  So, in order to figure out the great culinary metropolises of today, we surveyed thousands of people around the world about food in their city. We asked locals to rate their city’s food scene across 18 different criteria, including quality, affordability and attributes from ‘family-friendly’ to ‘experimental’.  Each city was ranked according to quality and affordability ratings, alongside a score from a panel of Time Out food experts – editors, food critics and Time Out Market chefs – who were asked to share their insights into the most exciting cities for food right now. To create the final ranking, we included only the highest-scoring city for each country to ensure the list reflects culinary cities globally. We then asked our global network of food writers to tell us exactly what makes their city such an exciting place to eat right now. The result? A very tasty list indeed. In each of these 20 cities, you’ll find the best of the old-school
Les meilleures plages prÚs de Montréal

Les meilleures plages prÚs de Montréal

PrĂ©parez vos en-cas Ă  petit prix, sortez la chaise de plage et n’oubliez surtout pas la crĂšme solaire : MontrĂ©al est une Ăźle — autant en profiter cet Ă©tĂ© ! Quelle est la meilleure plage Ă  MontrĂ©al ? Pour des plages magnifiques prĂšs de MontrĂ©al, considĂ©rez la plage de l'Horloge, la plage Jean-DorĂ©, ou la plage du Parc National d'Oka. Que vous rĂȘviez d’une Ă©tendue de sable bordĂ©e de huttes tiki ou d’un spot de surf prisĂ©, notre sĂ©lection des meilleures plages prĂšs de MontrĂ©al a tout pour plaire : oasis urbaines, berges accessibles en mĂ©tro, et mĂȘme un parcours gonflable gĂ©ant sur l’eau.  RECOMMANDÉ : Guide complet des meilleures choses Ă  faire Ă  MontrĂ©alLes meilleures piscines de MontrĂ©al pour se rafraĂźchir cet Ă©tĂ©Les meilleures activitĂ©s Ă  faire avec des enfants Ă  MontrĂ©al
Les 27 meilleurs burgers à Montréal maintenant

Les 27 meilleurs burgers à Montréal maintenant

Avec plusieurs des meilleurs restaurants de la ville qui prĂ©parent leur propre version de ce met classique, ne t’en fait pas : on ne niaise pas avec les burgers dans le 514. Un burger excellent peut ĂȘtre trouvĂ© dans chaque coin de la ville, de nos bars et nos restaurants les plus high end Ă  nos steakhouses et restaurants style diner amĂ©ricain. Peu importe ton style, si tu te considĂšres un vrai connaisseur de burgers du premier ordre, t’es Ă  la bonne place. On a virĂ© la ville sens dessus dessous pour crĂ©er cette liste des meilleurs burgers de MontrĂ©al, sans exception. Maintenant, prĂ©pares-toi Ă  engraisser tes connaissances en burgers. RECOMMANDÉ: Guide complet des meilleurs restaurants Ă  MontrĂ©al
The 14 best burgers in the world right now

The 14 best burgers in the world right now

Is there a more satisfying bite than the salty, smoky hit of a really, really good burger? The answer is obviously: of course not. Restaurants all over the world are crafting and griddling their own take on the classic beef burger, with homemade sauces, whacky buns, and specialty meats elevating these patties to entirely new levels. We wanted to find out where, exactly, one can find the tastiest, juiciest, most decadent and inventive burgers out there right now. So we grilled Time Out’s global team of food and drink editors about the very best burgers they’ve sunk their teeth into – then ranked them all according to the venues with the strongest star ratings on Google. The result? Fourteen lip-smacking burgers, found across some of the world’s best cities. From smashed wagyu to a ‘kitschy’ surf and turf and everything in between, these are the greatest burgers on the planet right now, each tried and tested by us. Tuck in. RECOMMENDED:🍕 The best pizzas in the worldđŸ„Ș The best sandwiches in the worldđŸ„© The best steaks in the world This list was edited by Liv Kelly, Time Out’s travel writer. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.
Montreal Grand Prix 2026 weekend: guide and best events

Montreal Grand Prix 2026 weekend: guide and best events

Montreal is welcoming the worldwide Formula One fanbase for the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix, from May 22 to 24, 2026, which means one thing: the city is revved up. The races on Circuit Jacques-Villeneuve are only half the fun—the real memories will be made off course, at the free events and activities, parties, Michelin-star restaurants, clubs, attractions and hidden outdoor play spaces around town that are pulling out all the stops.  Is F1 coming to Montreal in 2026? The Formula 1 Lenovo 2026 Canadian Grand Prix officially kicks the summer season off earlier than ever this year: May 22 to 24, 2026, and takes place over 70 laps of the 4.361-kilometre Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve in Parc Jean-Drapeau.   What time does the Montreal Grand Prix start? The Formula 1 Lenovo Grand Prix du Canada 2026 race starts on Friday May 22, 2026 with Formula 1 Practice sessions (12:30 pm) followed by Sprint Qualifying sessions (4:30 pm); on Saturday May 23, 2026 things kick off with a Sprint (12 pm) followed by the Formula 1 Qualifying sessions (4 pm); and finally on Sunday May 24, 2026 it’s time for the Formula 1 Race (4 pm).   What other cool things are going on in Montreal this weekend? From iconic attractions and landmarks to art happenings, cultural events, and unmissable restaurants and bars, check out our essential bucket list of the best things to do in Montreal. RECOMMENDED:Best downtown Montreal restaurantsBest 50 restaurants in MontrealGuide to the best brunch spots in town
The 25 best Montreal attractions for tourists and locals

The 25 best Montreal attractions for tourists and locals

Take old-world European charm and mix it with an open, friendly bustling North American city, and you've got Montreal. It's no surprise that the city is home to one of the best neighbourhoods in the world. The second oldest city in Canada, Montreal's combination of history and landscape with twentieth-century architectural wonders results in a never-ending list of attractions (and festivals!). Try inspiring museums; hidden bars and secret speakeasies; fine dining in next-level restaurants and the top tables (plus some stellar cheap eats). Tourists are amazed by MontrĂ©al, and locals keep falling back in love with it. What is the most visited place in Montreal? The extremely walkable neighbourhood of Old Montreal, with its cobblestone streets and proximity to the Old Port, is home to some of the city's ancient history and newest attractions. What is Montreal best known for? Aside from our famous bagels and poutine, Montreal is best known for hosting the World's Fair in 1967, followed by the first Olympics ever held in Canada during the summer of 1976; for Mount Royal Park (affectionately known by locals as "the mountain"), designed by Frederick Law Olmsted (the same man responsible for designing New York City's Central Park) and for being a superior city to Toronto in every way.  Where can I take tourists in Montreal? From the top 50 best restaurants in the city to the vibrant nightlife scene, Montreal is a playground for tourists and locals of all ages – sandy beaches, free c
Meilleur bar pour regarder les Canadiens de Montréal : biÚre, arcades et cocktails

Meilleur bar pour regarder les Canadiens de Montréal : biÚre, arcades et cocktails

BiĂšres locales, match diffusĂ© sur grand Ă©cran, smash burgers primĂ©s, arcades, cocktails signature et ailes de poulet croustillantes
 tentant, non? Retrouvez tout ça dans un immense espace rĂ©unissant certains des meilleurs chefs et restos de la ville sous un mĂȘme toit, au Time Out Market MontrĂ©al. NichĂ© Ă  l’intĂ©rieur d’un de nos centres commerciaux prĂ©fĂ©rĂ©s, le Centre Eaton de MontrĂ©al, c’est l’endroit ultime pour l’avant-match des Canadiens. Mais ne nous croyez pas sur parole, venez dĂ©couvrir toute l’ambiance hockey ici. OĂč regarder le hockey au centre-ville? Rendez-vous au Time Out Market MontrĂ©al pour profiter de la diffusion gratuite des matchs en direct, d’une excellente bouffe, de bons drinks et d’une ambiance parfaite pour les soirs de hockey. Pour plus d’infos sur le Time Out Market MontrĂ©al, cliquez ici. RECOMMANDÉ :Les meilleures choses Ă  faire Ă  Montreal maintenant50 meilleurs restaurants de MontrĂ©al

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Bossa

Bossa

Montrealers have been worshipping at the altar of this family-run sandwicheria since it opened in 2018. The lip-smacking magic happens when southern Italian recipes that hail back three generations meet Philly-style hoagies bursting with homemade ingredients—right down to the house burrata, hand-cut chips and fresh basil picked from the garden. It only takes one bite to see why these sandwiches have a cult following.  
Bossa

Bossa

Montrealers have been worshipping at the altar of this family-run sandwicheria since it opened in 2018. The lip-smacking magic happens when southern Italian recipes that hail back three generations meet Philly-style hoagies bursting with homemade ingredients—right down to the house burrata, hand-cut chips and fresh basil picked from the garden. It only takes one bite to see why these sandwiches have a cult following. MENU Hot Sandwiches PorchettaAioli, Provolone, Porchetta, Caramelized Onions, Hot Peppers, Eggplants, Coleslaw Cutlet 2.0Mayo, Bomba, Chicken Cutlet, Provolone, Pickles, Giardiniera, Lettuce, Tomato, O.G. House Vinaigrette Chicken Parmesan and RapiniBasil Oil, Mozzarella, Chicken Cutlet, Tomato Sauce, Parmesan, Hot Peppers, Rapini Eggplant ParmesanBasil Oil, Burrata, Fried Eggplant, Tomato Sauce, Parmesan, Hot Peppers Cold Sandwiches Philly HoagieBalsamic Reduction, Olive Oil, Salami, Capicollo, Mortadella, Prosciutto, Mozzarella, Provolone, Hot Peppers, Marinated Eggplant, Lettuce, O.G. House Vinaigrette DiavoloAioli, Bomba, Giardiniera, Salami, Calabrese, Capicollo, Fontino, Provolone, Banana Peppers, Marinated Red Onions, Lettuce, Tomato, O.G. House Vinaigrette ClassicoOlive Oil, Pistachio Mortadella, Sliced Lemon, Burrata, Arugula CapreseBasil Oil, Arugula, Tomato, Burrata, Balsamic Reduction Salads Fennel and Arugula CaesarFennel, Arugula, Bacon, Croutons, Parmesan, Lemon, Caesar Vinaigrette House Salad(s)Mixed Lettuce, Cucumber, Red Onion, Tomato, Croutons

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This hidden Montreal hotel was just named one of the world’s most beautiful

This hidden Montreal hotel was just named one of the world’s most beautiful

The world’s most beautiful hotels according to Time Out editors have been revealed, and only one Canadian spot made the list. At Time Out, we love all kinds of hotels, from flashy five-stars and cool boutiques to clever budget stays. But some are simply more beautiful than others. Whether your idea of beauty is a jungle lodge, eco-friendly city stay, kitschy motel or restored royal residence, you’ll find it here. Of course, beauty is subjective, and this list isn’t exhaustive. What we can offer is first-hand experience: every hotel has been visited by a Time Out editor, writer or hotel expert. From Punjab to Palermo, each one delivers serious wow factor and a memorable stay. Read: Best hotels in Montreal for a luxury getaway Photograph: Adrien WilliamsHoneyrose Hotel What are the most beautiful hotels in the world? According to Time Out, the hotels are ranked as follows: Ashford Castle — Ireland The Hiramatsu Karuizawa Miyota — Japan Four Seasons Hotel Firenze — Italy Jackalope Hotel — Australia Fifth Avenue Hotel — New York, USA Ritz-Carlton Abama — Tenerife, Spain ION Adventure Hotel — Iceland Le Jardin des Douars — Morocco The Phoenicia — Valletta, Malta Mount Nelson — Cape Town, South Africa The Ungasan Clifftop Resort — Bali, Indonesia 1 Hotel Mayfair — London, UK Le Pavillon de La Reine — Paris, France Gleneagles — Scotland, UK Madonna Inn — California, USA Sequoia Lodge — Adelaide, Australia Ran Baas the Palace — Punjab, India The Residence Douz — Tunisia Uxua Cas
Montreal road closures and construction: 42 major projects planned for fall 2026

Montreal road closures and construction: 42 major projects planned for fall 2026

Montreal drivers, prepare: there are 42 major construction projects guaranteed to disrupt traffic this fall. Montreal drivers will face major traffic disruptions this fall as over 40 construction projects are planned across the metropolitan area, including four new projects. Read: Montreal’s metro turns 60—and the city is throwing a massive celebration Photograph: Shutterstock / Henry Saint JohnTraffic Montreal Why is traffic so bad in Montreal? Mobility MontrĂ©al announced the main construction sites expected to affect traffic during fall 2026, warning that roadwork, infrastructure upgrades and major events will have an impact on travel across the region. Officials say the work is necessary to maintain, repair and upgrade transportation infrastructure, but drivers should expect delays, road closures and detours in several key areas. Photograph: Shutterstock / Marc BruxelleTraffic Where will Montreal traffic be worst this fall? Of the 52 major construction projects announced last spring, 14 have now been completed. Recent completed work includes: Repairs to overpasses, as well as paving and drainage work on Highway 640 between Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac and Blainville, carried out by the MinistĂšre des Transports et de la MobilitĂ© durable. Infrastructure work on Saint-Denis Street in the CHUM area, carried out by the City of Montreal. Infrastructure work on Airport Road in Longueuil, carried out by the City of Longueuil. The 42 active projects will not all create disruption
PrĂ©visions mĂ©tĂ©o QuĂ©bec hiver 2026-2027 : neige, verglas et tempĂȘtes en vue

PrĂ©visions mĂ©tĂ©o QuĂ©bec hiver 2026-2027 : neige, verglas et tempĂȘtes en vue

Si vous pensiez pouvoir ranger vos bottes d’hiver cette annĂ©e, dĂ©trompez-vous. Les prĂ©visions pour l’hiver 2026-2027 annoncent une saison potentiellement mouvementĂ©e au QuĂ©bec, avec davantage de neige, du verglas, des poussĂ©es d’air arctique et de brusques changements de tempĂ©rature. A lire : Un Super El Niño historique pourrait bouleverser la mĂ©tĂ©o au Canada cet hiver Selon les prĂ©visions hivernales de The Old Farmer's Almanac), le QuĂ©bec et le Labrador pourraient connaĂźtre un hiver plus froid et plus neigeux que la normale. De puissantes tempĂȘtes du nord-est pourraient Ă©galement traverser la rĂ©gion, ajoutant encore plus d’incertitude Ă  la saison. Photograph: Shutterstock / senturkserkanWinter À quoi ressemblera l'hiver 2026 au QuĂ©bec? Oubliez l’idĂ©e d’un long Ă©pisode de froid glacial qui s’installe pendant des semaines. L’hiver Ă  venir pourrait plutĂŽt ĂȘtre marquĂ© par des changements mĂ©tĂ©o spectaculaires. Une tempĂȘte de neige pourrait rapidement se transformer en grĂ©sil, en verglas ou en pluie, avant qu’une nouvelle masse d’air arctique ne fasse chuter les tempĂ©ratures. Bref, attendez-vous Ă  un vĂ©ritable yo-yo mĂ©tĂ©orologique : neige abondante, redoux, pluie, verglas, puis retour brutal du froid. Les prĂ©visions annoncent des conditions plus froides et plus neigeuses au QuĂ©bec et au Labrador, avec la possibilitĂ© de fortes tempĂȘtes du nord-est. En plus: PrĂ©visions mĂ©tĂ©o de l’automne 2026 au Canada : Ă  quoi s’attendre selon votre rĂ©gion Photograph: Shutterstock / Marc Bruxell
Quebec winter forecast 2026–2027: brace for heavy snow, ice and wild weather swings

Quebec winter forecast 2026–2027: brace for heavy snow, ice and wild weather swings

Quebec’s winter 2026–2027 forecast is here, and the province could be in for a wild season of heavy snow, freezing rain, Arctic air and sudden weather swings. According to The Farmers’ Almanac winter forecast for 2026–2027, Quebec and Labrador are expected to see colder and snowier conditions, with the potential for powerful nor’easters adding to an already active winter weather pattern. Read more: A rapidly strengthening Super El Niño to reshape Canada's weather this fall and winter Photograph: Shutterstock / Marc BruxelleWinter What is the winter prediction for 2027? Rather than one long stretch of deep freeze, the forecast suggests Quebec winter weather could be marked by dramatic temperature changes, with snowstorms potentially giving way to sleet, freezing rain or rain before Arctic air moves back in. Forget the idea of one long, predictable deep freeze. We’re talking about a season of sharp temperature swings, heavy snow and messy mixes of freezing rain, sleet and rain—a winter defined by dramatic contrasts, rapidly changing conditions and an active storm track. The forecast calls for colder and snowier conditions across Quebec and Labrador, with the potential for powerful nor’easters adding another layer of uncertainty to the season. Check out: Canada’s fall forecast is here—and it could be wildly different depending on where you live That could mean a winter where a mild stretch quickly gives way to Arctic air, or where a snowstorm shifts into sleet, freezing rain o
Le Burger Week fĂȘte ses 15 ans — et les restaurants de MontrĂ©al sont prĂȘts Ă  se battre pour le titre du meilleur burger au Canada

Le Burger Week fĂȘte ses 15 ans — et les restaurants de MontrĂ©al sont prĂȘts Ă  se battre pour le titre du meilleur burger au Canada

À MontrĂ©al, les amateurs de burgers ne manquent jamais d’options. D’un burger montrĂ©alais rĂ©cemment sacrĂ© meilleur au monde aux quatre burgers incontournables rĂ©unis sous un mĂȘme toit au Time Out Market MontrĂ©al, la ville regorge de crĂ©ations qui mĂ©ritent une place sur votre liste gourmande. A lire : Top 6 sandwichs de calibre Michelin Ă  MontrĂ©al Et pendant une semaine seulement, la compĂ©tition monte d’un cran. Le Burger Week revient Ă  MontrĂ©al du 1er au 7 septembre 2026 pour son 15e anniversaire. Le festival gastronomique annuel invite les restaurants participants partout au Canada Ă  crĂ©er des burgers uniques et exclusifs, tandis que le public est appelĂ© Ă  les goĂ»ter et Ă  voter pour ses favoris. Photograph: Time Out Market MontrĂ©alPaul Toussaint Le Burger Week 2026 : combien de temps dure le festival? Cette annĂ©e, Le Burger Week se dĂ©roule du 1er au 7 septembre 2026. Pour cĂ©lĂ©brer son 15e anniversaire, le festival lance une vaste recherche Ă  travers le pays pour trouver le meilleur burger au Canada. Photograph: Time Out Market MontrĂ©alChez Simon Cantine Urbaine AprĂšs avoir rĂ©uni plus de 5 000 restaurants participants au fil des ans, Le Burger Week retrouve son esprit de compĂ©tition pour cette Ă©dition anniversaire. À MontrĂ©al, les amateurs de burgers pourront dĂ©couvrir des crĂ©ations offertes pour une durĂ©e limitĂ©e dans les restaurants participants, puis voter pour celles qu’ils prĂ©fĂšrent. Photograph: Time Out Market MontrĂ©alDobe & Andy Quels burgers essayer au Time Out
Le Burger Week turns 15: Montreal restaurants are competing for Canada’s best burger

Le Burger Week turns 15: Montreal restaurants are competing for Canada’s best burger

When it comes to burgers, the city of Montreal has us covered. From a local burger recently ranked the best in the world, to four of our favourite new burgers in the city under one roof at Time Out Market MontrĂ©al, we are spoiled for bucket list burgers. Read: Montreal’s best burger joints you need to try right now Enter Le Burger Week, an annual, week-long food festival (and competition!) across Canada where participating restaurants create unique, signature burgers for the public to try, rate, and vote on. Photograph: Time Out Market MontrĂ©alPaul Toussaint How long is Burger Week? From September 1 to 7, 2026, Le Burger Week celebrates its 15th anniversary with a nationwide search for Canada’s Best Burger—and Montreal is getting in on the competition. Photograph: Time Out Market MontrĂ©alChez Simon Cantine Urbaine After more than 5,000 participating restaurants over the years, the burger festival is bringing back its competitive spirit for its milestone anniversary. Montreal burger lovers can discover limited-time creations at participating restaurants across the city, then vote for their favourites. Photograph: Time Out Market MontrĂ©alDobe & Andy What’s happening during Burger Week at Time Out Market MontrĂ©al? Four Market chefs are featuring exclusive burger creations for the event.  We’re talking about smashed, smoked, jerk, double duck
 four burgers with four different takes: 1. Steakhouse Burger at Chez Simon Cantine Urbaine Photograph: Time Out Market MontrĂ©alChez
A great white shark weighing more than 700 pounds was spotted in the St. Lawrence this weekend

A great white shark weighing more than 700 pounds was spotted in the St. Lawrence this weekend

UPDATE July 9, 2026: Spotted moving closer to Quebec shores, Bella—the white shark measuring 10 feet and 2 inches and weighing 729 pounds—pinged again at 7:38 a.m. on July 9 just off the coast of PercĂ©. An enormous great white shark was just spotted in the St. Lawrence. As summer temperatures rise, great white sharks are increasingly known to travel as far north as Canada.  Check out: Best beaches in and around Montreal According to Ocearch tracking data, the shark—named Bella—was tracked moving through the Gulf of St. Lawrence, close to the northern edge of the Quebec archipelago. Ocearch, who monitor shark movements across the North Atlantic using satellite tagging technology, report that Bella last transmitted a signal on July 6 at 10:51 a.m. Photograph: Shutterstock / Martin ProchazkaczGreat white shark Who is Bella the shark? Bella was first tagged and released on July 18, 2025, in Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, by the Tancook Islands Marine Field Station team in collaboration with Ocearch scientists and researcher Nigel Hussey of the University of Windsor.  To see exactly where Bella is swimming right now, you can use the Ocearch interactive map here. The tagging is part of a long-term research initiative studying great white shark migration patterns, behaviour, and seasonal feeding habits in Atlantic Canada. What is the largest shark found in Canada? According to Oceana, the largest shark found in Canada is the Greenland shark which inhabits the cold, deep waters of the
Things to do at Time Out Market Vancouver: Live music, workshops, DJs and more

Things to do at Time Out Market Vancouver: Live music, workshops, DJs and more

Looking for things to do at Time Out Market Vancouver beyond eating and drinking? The Market is also a destination for live music, DJs, workshops, cultural events and social gatherings throughout the year. Located at Oakridge Park, Time Out Market Vancouver brings together 20 kitchens, three bars and a dedicated Mainstage, with a rotating calendar of events that gives you plenty of reasons to stay awhile. From live jazz and local musicians to mahjong workshops, creative classes and DJ nights, here are some of the best events and things to do at Time Out Market Vancouver. Check out: Some of Vancouver’s best free events are happening at Oakridge Park Photograph: Ollie & Co.Time Out Market Vancouver 1. Catch live music at Time Out Market Vancouver Music is a major part of the Market’s programming, with live entertainment and performances taking place throughout the week. Sunday Supper Club brings live jazz to the Market every Sunday from 5 to 8 p.m., making it an easy way to turn dinner into a night out. On Mondays, MainStage Mondays features a live musician from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursdays bring Video DJ, where VJs mix music videos on the Market’s 24-foot Mainstage screen. Friday nights are made for dancing, with the Friday Night Party featuring DJs from 7 to 10 p.m. On Saturdays, SaturDAY Live showcases local talent from noon to 3 p.m., followed by a Saturday night DJ from 7 to 10 p.m. Time Out Market VancouverDJ at Time Out Market Vancouver 2. Take a workshop Time Out Market Va
Cette microbrasserie quĂ©bĂ©coise brasse sa biĂšre dans un cinĂ©ma de 1946 — et elle arrive au Time Out Market MontrĂ©al

Cette microbrasserie quĂ©bĂ©coise brasse sa biĂšre dans un cinĂ©ma de 1946 — et elle arrive au Time Out Market MontrĂ©al

Le Beer Bar du Time Out Market MontrĂ©al met Ă  l’honneur une autre microbrasserie quĂ©bĂ©coise Ă  dĂ©couvrir en septembre : Les Grands Bois. Direction Saint-Casimir, dans la rĂ©gion de Portneuf, oĂč cette microbrasserie unique en son genre brasse ses biĂšres dans un ancien cinĂ©ma datant de 1946. Et bientĂŽt, quelques-unes de ses crĂ©ations les plus savoureuses seront Ă  dĂ©couvrir au MarchĂ©. A lire : J’ai goĂ»tĂ© Ă  5 boissons rafraĂźchissantes Ă  essayer au Time Out Market MontrĂ©al Qu’est-ce qui rend Les Grands Bois si unique? Peu de microbrasseries quĂ©bĂ©coises peuvent se vanter de brasser leurs biĂšres au deuxiĂšme Ă©tage d’un cinĂ©ma historique. Depuis 2016, Les Grands Bois transforme cet ancien lieu de projection, situĂ© au cƓur de Saint-Casimir, en un vĂ©ritable lieu de rencontre entre biĂšre et culture. FondĂ©e par cinq amis de la rĂ©gion dĂ©sireux de donner un nouveau souffle Ă  leur communautĂ©, la microbrasserie est nĂ©e d’une passion commune pour le brassage, de nombreuses expĂ©rimentations et d’inspirations puisĂ©es aux quatre coins du monde. Photograph: Les Grands BoisLes Grands Bois Aujourd’hui, Les Grands Bois propose une gamme variĂ©e de biĂšres artisanales Ă©laborĂ©es Ă  partir d’ingrĂ©dients de qualitĂ© et de recettes crĂ©atives qui se dĂ©marquent sur la scĂšne brassicole quĂ©bĂ©coise. Ses Ă©tiquettes colorĂ©es et artistiques sont d’ailleurs presque aussi reconnaissables que les biĂšres elles-mĂȘmes. Le bĂątiment abrite Ă©galement le Théùtre des Grands Bois, la plus grande salle de spectacle au QuĂ©bec asso
Trump signs order to rename Lake Ontario ‘Lake America’ as tensions with Canada escalate

Trump signs order to rename Lake Ontario ‘Lake America’ as tensions with Canada escalate

It’s official: U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to rename Lake Ontario “Lake America,” escalating tensions with Canada. According to a report by the CBC, Trump criticized Canada and repeated his claims that the country has taken advantage of the United States on Thursday while speaking beside a map displaying the proposed name,  In video footage released by the White House, Donald Trump said: “They want to be treated like a state, but they are not a state,” adding that Canadian officials had “treated us very badly.” Check out: Mark Carney spotted at this Italian restaurant in Montreal’s Griffintown Photograph: Shutterstock / R.M. NunesLake Ontario What is so special about Lake Ontario? Lake Ontario is unique as the final link in the Great Lakes system, carrying water from the upper lakes into the St. Lawrence River and ultimately out to the Atlantic Ocean. Read: One of Canada’s least-visited national parks might be its most beautiful Was Lake Ontario renamed? U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday, August 27, 2026, renaming Lake Ontario “Lake America” for U.S. federal maps and documents, though the name change is recognized only by the United States. The move comes after trade negotiations between the two countries broke down Friday, with both sides accusing the other of making last-minute changes.  The report from the CBC goes on to explain that Prime Minister Mark Carney has said the agreement had become untenable, while
Explore the world from Montreal with these global-inspired cocktails

Explore the world from Montreal with these global-inspired cocktails

A smooth, velvety taste of Osaka? Or an exotic sip of Dubai? From Vancouver to Cape Town, with stops at 9 other cities in between, Time Out Market MontrĂ©al is serving up must-try cocktails inspired by our favourite cities. Celebrating a different Time Out Market, each cocktail is just a sip away from an iconic city—Montreal included. And don’t forget to pair your city-inspired drinks with a dish (or three) from the Market, home to some of the best chefs and restaurants in the city under one roof. Photograph: Time Out Market MontrĂ©al OSAKA Soft & Silky : A luxuriously smooth sip of Osaka, blending Nigori Sake, Rosemont Coconut Rum, and Plum Wine with bright notes of yuzu and sesame syrup, rounded out by pineapple and fresh lemon juice. Photograph: Osaka | Time Out Market MontrĂ©al DUBAÏ Exotic & Fragrant: Transport yourself to the exotic flavours of Dubai: 3 Lacs Vodka meets passion fruit cordial, saffron syrup, fresh lemon, and silky egg white, finished with an aromatic bubble for a playful flourish. Photograph: Dubai | Time Out Market MontrĂ©al BARHEÏN Floral & Delicate: A delicate floral dance from Bahrain, where Lillet Blanc and 3 Lacs Vodka are lifted by pomegranate juice, violet syrup, and fresh lemon, perfectly structured with a vegan emulsifier for a light, elegant sip. Photograph: Barhein | Time Out Market MontrĂ©al BUDAPEST Herbal & Fresh: Herbal sophistication meets fruity nuance: Morbleu Spiced Rum mingles with Hungarian white wine, Amernoir Amaro, apricot cor
Découvrez le monde depuis Montréal avec ces cocktails inspirés de grandes villes

Découvrez le monde depuis Montréal avec ces cocktails inspirés de grandes villes

Une gorgĂ©e douce et veloutĂ©e d’Osaka? Ou une saveur exotique venue de DubaĂŻ? De Vancouver au Cap, en passant par neuf autres villes, le Time Out Market MontrĂ©al propose des cocktails incontournables inspirĂ©s de nos villes prĂ©fĂ©rĂ©es. Chacun cĂ©lĂšbre un Time Out Market diffĂ©rent — et chaque verre vous transporte vers une ville emblĂ©matique, MontrĂ©al comprise. Et n’oubliez pas d’accompagner vos cocktails d’inspiration urbaine d’un plat (ou trois) du MarchĂ©, qui rĂ©unit sous un mĂȘme toit certains des meilleurs chefs et restaurants de la ville. Photograph: Time Out Market MontrĂ©al OSAKA Doux & soyeux : Une gorgĂ©e luxueusement onctueuse d’Osaka, mĂȘlant sakĂ© Nigori, rhum coco Rosemont et vin de prune, relevĂ©e de notes Ă©clatantes de yuzu et de sirop de sĂ©same, puis Ă©quilibrĂ©e par l’ananas et le jus de citron frais. Photograph: Osaka | Time Out Market MontrĂ©al DUBAÏ Exotique & parfumĂ© : Laissez-vous transporter vers les saveurs exotiques de DubaĂŻ : la vodka 3 Lacs rencontre un cordial de fruit de la passion, un sirop au safran, du citron frais et une mousse soyeuse de blanc d’Ɠuf, le tout coiffĂ© d’une bulle aromatique pour une touche ludique. Photograph: Dubai | Time Out Market MontrĂ©al BAHREÏN Floral & dĂ©licat : Une danse florale dĂ©licate venue de BahreĂŻn, oĂč le Lillet Blanc et la vodka 3 Lacs sont sublimĂ©s par le jus de grenade, le sirop de violette et le citron frais, le tout structurĂ© par un Ă©mulsifiant vĂ©gĂ©talien pour une gorgĂ©e lĂ©gĂšre et Ă©lĂ©gante. Photograph: Barhein | Time