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Time Out
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Montreal smoked meat sandwich makes World's Best Sandwich list
Calling all sandwich lovers: from Shawarma in the Middle East to Smørrebrød in Denmark, a list of the 25 best sandwiches on the planet has included Montreal's very own smoked meat. Sitting amongst global heavy hitters like Spain's Bocadillo de jamón Ibérico, and Vietnam's bánh mì, Montreal's smoked meat sandwich stood out among 24 others. The CNN article made special mention of the city's classic sandwich, describing the layers of tender smoked beef brisket piled high on light rye and finished with a splash of tangy yellow mustard. A superior brisket was highlighted—brined for up to two weeks in a mix of savoury spices like coriander, peppercorn, and garlic before being smoked to perfection and hand-sliced for sandwich greatness. Whether you worship at the altar of Schwartz's Deli, or you're a fan of Lester's, biting into a smoked meat sandwich (at any time of day or night) is one of the best things you can do in Montreal. From our famous delis to hidden diners, Montreal is known for some exceptional smoked meat— Paul Toussaint 's twist on the classic dish at Time Out Market Montréal included. What is special about Montreal smoked meat? While the preparation is similar to New York pastrami, Montreal smoked meat is cured with a heavier dose of cracked peppercorns and savoury spices like coriander, garlic, and mustard seed for a distinct flavour profile. The exact recipe is a mystery, and almost every deli has its own recipe.
Montreal Gazette
03-07-2025
- Montreal Gazette
Smoked meat sandwich named to CNN's '25 of the world's best sandwiches' list
Montreal's iconic smoked meat sandwich has been ranked one of the top sandwiches in the world, according to CNN Travel. The list of 25 of the world's best sandwiches, which appeared on their website in June, places the local staple alongside Spain's jamón Ibérico, Philadelphia's cheesesteak and the well-travelled falafel pita. As pointed out in the article, it's rare to find a country that doesn't stuff some variation of meat, cheese and veggies inside bread. 'Carnivores say oui to this seriously stacked sandwich from Quebec made with smoked beef brisket layered between slices of light rye bread and drizzled with tangy yellow mustard,' author Terry Ward said of Canada's lone entry on the list. 'The best briskets used in a true Montreal smoked meat sandwich are said to soak for up to two weeks in brine and savoury aromatics such as coriander, peppercorn and garlic before being smoked and hand-sliced to go down in eternal sandwich glory.' It's been a year of accolades for smoked meat thus far in 2025. Back in May, Schwartz's Deli received a recommendation in the first Michelin Guide for Quebec. Schwartz's was one of 76 restaurants in the province to earn that designation, which is just below a star and given to establishments for 'good cooking.' In 2023, a pair of venerable smoked meat institutions, Main Deli on St-Laurent Blvd. and Quebec Smoked Meat in Pointe-St-Charles, closed their doors.
CBC
17-04-2025
- Business
- CBC
Leaders' debate: Candidates arrive ahead of English event
Carney appeared upbeat when he grabbed lunch at Montreal's famed Schwartz's Deli earlier today, telling reporters he was looking forward to this evening's contest. But behind that positive facade, the Liberal leader must have been bracing for another night in the trenches. In his first-ever federal leaders' debate yesterday, Carney faced attacks on multiple fronts. With the Conservatives trailing the Liberals in the polls but still within striking distance, Poilievre repeatedly tried to tie Carney to Trudeau's record. The Conservative leader will surely try to land a knockout blow tonight. Singh did his best to paint Carney as an out-of-touch banker who would govern for the wealthy. And Blanchet, whose Bloc Québécois has bled support to the Liberals in la belle province, questioned whether Carney could defend Quebec's interests in negotiations with U.S. President Donald Trump. Carney seemed a bit quiet at the outset last night but eventually found his footing. With so much on the line heading into the last week of the campaign, he can't just play defence. He'll need to come out swinging while also maintaining the calm, cool demeanour that polls suggest is playing well with voters.
