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Montreal Gazette
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Montreal Gazette
Drimonis: Montreal's cultural diversity a problem? Don't believe the lie
I found myself in Outremont recently lining up for Terraza Luz, a weekend-only back-alley taqueria pop-up owned by Mexican-born chef Juan Lopez Luna and sommelier Lindsay Brennan. It's tucked behind the couple's main restaurant, Alma, recently voted the best Mexican restaurant outside of Mexico by the prestigious Mexico Gastronomic Guide. Alma means soul in Spanish, and there's no doubt that there's plenty of it here. The establishment, nestled on a sleepy residential street in a quiet neighbourhood, offers traditional Mexican cuisine inspired by Quebec products. The focus on Catalan wines throws a little bit of Europe into the mix. This isn't a restaurant review, although having grown up in restaurants, I pay attention to almost everything when I dine out — from the greeting to the ambience, to the way food is plated, to the prices and the products, to how staff (chef included) interact. Of course, the food. But more often than not, the stories behind the food. What struck me that day as I patiently waited in line with my friend to nab a table on the tiny terrasse is how Montreal everything was. Not just Alma's inception — a foreign-born chef coming here after falling in love with a local gal and bringing along his culinary traditions and passions to share with us — but the easy coexistence of it all. Here we were, diners from all over lining up, speaking a multitude of languages, in a back alley of a neighbourhood largely populated by Orthodox Jewish families. On the main streets, little shy kids with Hasidic sidecurls and kippahs were playing in yards, bikes and toys scattered everywhere, while nearby, Lopez Luna was busy hand-pressing one corn tortilla after another. No one seemed to mind the weekend invasion of gentile diners coming for the non-kosher pork belly tacos. The easy mingling of cultures, languages and religions reminded me of how I celebrated Greek Easter in Park Ex this year, at a Greek Orthodox church my community affectionately refers to as 'Panagitsa' (Little Virgin Mary). While not at all religious, I love the traditions of Greek Easter. Especially the ceremonial lighting and sharing of the holy light, distributed by the priest, symbolizing connection and the vanquishing of death. While we gathered outside on St-Roch St. (at the same spot that hosts the Greek festival in August), from the corner of my eye I could see a group of Muslim men who had just left the nearby mosque. Dressed in their long-sleeved, ankle-length thawbs, they were hanging out at the corner talking, unbothered by our gathering. Any longtime resident of Park Ex has at one point witnessed (or heard) Greek Orthodox Easter mass. Across the street, giggling teenage girls dressed in bright yellow saris were lining up for ice cream. A lot of ink is spilled daily trying to convince Quebecers that Montreal's diversity is a constant source of tensions. That coexistence is untenable. That our plurality is a problem. That our city has been overtaken by foreigners unwilling to integrate and live together. It's a lie. A calculated choice to focus only on the problematic exceptions instead of the peaceful co-mingling in our daily lives. On Saturday mornings when I go out on long bike rides by the LaSalle—Verdun waterfront, I always cycle by outdoor tai chi, Zumba and karate classes, where Montrealers of all ages, colours, origins, languages and religions come together to dance, laugh, exercise and just coexist. Some will claim my attitude is naive, but I refuse to let ideologically motivated politicians and pundits — opportunistically seeking any flimsy excuse to divide us — convince me that this city's cultural diversity isn't precisely what makes it so special. Montreal is a marvel of coexistence, and we're so lucky to enjoy all its flavours.
Scotsman
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Edinburgh Retro: 21 brilliant pictures of city restaurants and eating out in the late 1980s
Here is a selection of photographs drawn from the Evening News archives, showing just some of the restaurants that were popular places to dine out in the late 1980s. There are nostalgic shots of the Maybury Roadhouse, pictures from the launch of Tommy Miah's Curry Club at The Raj Indian restaurant in Leith and more. Scroll through and get a taste of what it was like going out for a meal in Edinburgh nearly four decades ago. 1 . Meteora, Cockburn Street Chef Michadis Mikroulis and owner Thynio Anglis celebrate Greek Easter with lamb, eggs, koftas and bottles of Retsina and Metaxa at the Meteora Greek restaurant in Cockburn Street Edinburgh, March 1988. | TSPL Photo: Hamish Campbell Photo Sales 2 . Maybury Roadhouse The exterior of the Maybury Roadhouse in Edinburgh, July 1988 | TSPL Photo: Denis Straughan Photo Sales 3 . Maybury Roadhouse bar and restaurant The foyer bar and the restaurant area at the Maybury Roadhouse in Edinburgh, July 1988 | TSPL Photo: Denis Straughan Photo Sales 4 . The Maybury Roadhouse ballroom The staircase and ballroom at the Maybury Roadhouse in Edinburgh, July 1988 | TSPL Photo: Denis Straughan Photo Sales Related topics: MemoriesNostalgia
Forbes
17-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Easter In New York City: Last Minute Reservations
Spit-roasted lamb will be served at Estiatorio Milos for Greek Easter Forget to book Easter plans? Don't fret! Plenty of top restaurants still have space on Easter Sunday, April 20 for luxurious brunches, family feasts and more – no need to commit to a prix-fixe, there are plenty of excellent ala carte options at restaurants still offering reservations. Here's where to snag a spot this Easter in New York City. Head to france by way of Soho for Easter at the beloved French from acclaimed design studio Roman and Williams. Chef Partner Marie Aude-Rose is offering three specials for the holiday: a white asparagus salad with smoked cream, bottarga, clementine, and fresh herbs; duck and foie gras with puff pastry, duck jus, mustard and arugula salad; and a rhubarb sorbet with pink pepper French meringue, and elderflower whipped cream. Fresh flowers from Flora Field Studios will adorn every table for extra festive flare. Greek Easter is also this weekend, and both of Milos' Manhattna locations are celebrating. Milos Midtown will be open post-midnight Mass, on the evening of Saturday, April 19th, for a special dinner served until 2 a.m. A live band will play while guests enjoy a set menu ($150 per person) of traditional Easter dishes such as Magiritsa Soup; spring lamb with roasted potatoes; traditional Easter salad; and koulourakia with tsoureki and red egg. Ahead of the feast, the lamb will roast on a sidewalk spit starting at 4:30 p.m. Milos Midtown and Milos Hudson Yards will be open for Sunday Brunch, with ala carte menus and Easter specials. Join in the Italian tradition of celebrating family, friends, and the changing seasons through food in Nolita. Il Buco's $95 Easter prix fixe menu includes three courses with various options. To start, guests can choose from kingfish ceviche, an escarole heart salad, Tuscan black kale, huevos al horno, and frittata al funghi. For the main course, il Buco is offering a grilled filet of wild Long Island seabream, cast iron seared Rohan duck breast, and two house-made pastas: ravioli with fresh ricotta and wild ramp pesto, and campanelle with Hudson Valley lamb sausage. To finish,enjoy the chef's selection of Easter desserts. Get cool and casual this easter Williamsburg's beloved diner recently re-envisioned by Executive Chef Jackie Carnesi. From 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. on Easter Sunday, Kellogg's will be offering a number of holiday dishes, in addition to its diner classics. Specials will include braised lamb with pistachio mint salsa and buttery peas, cherry cola glazed ham with red pepper jelly and arugula salad, fried goat cheese and arugula salad, carrot cake, and mini strawberry rhubarb pies. Celebrate Easter with an à la carte menu featuring seasonal delights and exclusive holiday specials from Executive Chef Romain Paumier and Executive Pastry Chef Katalina Diaz Brunch specials include a black truffle croque monsieur, and French toast in addition to Foie Gras rhubarbe, and much more. Dig into seafood this Easter at Flex Mussels on the Upper East Side. In addition to the regular menu, Flex will serve a special burrata with wild arugula, Sicilian olives, croutons, and lemon vinaigrette. Another Easter special at flex, hyper-seasonal crispy soft shell crab served with celeriac slaw and dill remoulade.
CBC
16-04-2025
- Lifestyle
- CBC
24 recipes for a magnificent Easter feast
If you're still finalizing your feast for this weekend, we've got a long list of recipes that would be welcome at an Easter table. Whether you're searching for something new to add to the mix, a different take on a family favourite, or another sweet for your dessert spread, we've got ideas! Instead of devilled eggs, consider Sohla El-Waylly's go-to — a devilled-egg dip. Or use fresh spring produce for Marcella DiLonardo's asparagus gratin or Dhivya Subramanian's asparagus, leek and chickpea salad. Jazz up your baked ham with a raspberry-chipotle glaze or, if ham isn't for you, we've got recipes for braised lamb, a lentil shepherd's pie and a lasagna that's an Italian pasta master's secret weapon. And we have traditional recipes for both Easter and Orthodox Easter — which fall on the same day this year — like hot cross buns and the Greek Easter soup magiritsa. For dessert, I highly recommend our classic carrot cake. I turn to it year after year and am always impressed with how well it turns out. My colleagues have heard me sing its praises many times, but it's a really good cake. Devilled egg dip Tzatziki Parker House rolls Greek Easter soup Herby egg salad Loubia bil zeit Lentil shepherd's pie Brined and roasted turkey with simple pan gravy Carrot cake with cream cheese icing Vegan tiramisu
Forbes
14-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Easter 2025: Where To Make Easter Sunday Reservations In New York City
Eggs Benedict at The Mark Restaurant at The Mark Hotel Easter is Sunday, April 20th. And like every year, New York City restaurants are preparing to celebrate the spring bounty with special festive holiday brunches in their dining rooms. Here's where to indulge and make a reservation for Easter Sunday brunch in New York City. Celebrate Easter with a luxurious three-course meal featuring elevated interpretations of spring-inspired dishes, such as Maine Peekytoe crab salad, white asparagus, and Colorado lamb saddle "Farci." The feast will be served from 11:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. and cost $225 per person, with an optional wine pairing for $115. Children 10 and under can have a $125 kid's menu. Nestled in the heart of Central Park, Tavern on the Green will offer enjoy a four-course prix-fixe Easter menu for $145 for adults and $75 for kids 12 and under. Served for brunch and dinner, the menu includes Tavern spring salad, braised spring lamb, and lemon olive oil cake, with optional wine pairings. In a nod to Tavern's history as a sheep meadow, a flock of sheep will make an appearance during brunch, delighting kids and longtime New Yorkers alike. A new iteration of Chef Jiho Kim's former Michelin-starred restaurant, Joomak Banjum, will be serving a 5-course Easter brunch available exclusively on Easter Sunday The one-time-only brunch service will run from 12-3 PM in the restaurant's cozy, yet intimate dining space, located inside the Maison Hudson. The $150 menu includes Chawanmushi Pomme Paillason with smoked trout roe and hybrid caviar; kampachi with rhubarb hibiscus dongchimi, radish, and avocado; Norwegian king crab with kani miso koshihikari, onsen egg, pickled ramp; American wagyu with hanger red prawn, gem lettuce, and sichuan pepper au poivre sauce; or steelhead trout with pomme puree, chrysanthemum, and brown butter. Guests will end the meal with Jiho's signature almond banana bread pudding with butterbeer ice cream. Head to the Upper East Side's The Mark Restaurant for an elegant Easter meal for $168 per person. Service begins with an amuse bouche and a fresh baked pastry basket, followed by a choice of appetizers including avocado toast with sunflower seeds and chili flakes, crispy salmon sushi with chipotle mayonnaise, or tuna tartare with lemon-olive dressing, among others. Entrées feature delights such as buttermilk pancakes with banana and mixed berries, eggs benedict with crispy potatoes, and grilled lamb chops with a seven spice blend. The meal concludes with a selection of desserts like warm chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream, and a salted caramel sundae with candied popcorn. This New Greek-American restaurant in Williamsburg will host its first annual Easter Roast, to celebrate Greek Easter on Sunday, April 20th. The $85 menu will be served at two, two-hour seatings from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. The Easter Roast menu includes Tsoureki (a traditional sweet Greek Easter bread baked in their wood-burning oven), house-made pita and dips, spanakopita, marinated seafood salad, chicken souvlaki with sesame chili crunch, zucchini fritters, lemon potatoes, and of course a lamb carving station featuring a marinated leg of lamb, chargrilled onions, and house-made tzatziki. For dessert, walnut cake topped with spiced mascarpone. Experience a taste of Paris this Easter at this French brasserie with soaring ceilings, elegant chandeliers, mosaic tile flooring, metal railings, balconies and florals. Guests will be able to enjoy special menu items like spring asparagus, lamb navarian, and chocolate creme brulee. Thes Easter menu will also be offered at sister Boucherie restaurants including La Petite Boucherie, Boucherie West Village, and Boucherie Union Square. With its vibrant garden-like atmosphere, this West Village trattoria is the perfect spot to enjoy Easter lunch this year. The Easter menu offers specials such as Polpo Spadellato (sauteed octopus), ravioli di ticotta e spinaci (ricotta and spinach stuffed ravioli), Ipoglosso in Gauzetto (artichoke and potatoes), and of course finish it off with Bonnet alla Piemontese (Italian chocolate dessert).
