I had the privilege of attending the Montreal Cocktail Festival (MCF) from May 18–21, 2025. A heartfelt thank you to Kevin Demers and Gregory J. Buda of MCF, as well as Karina Mair of Michter’s, Los Siete Misterios, and Farmer’s, for your generous support.
It had been nearly 20 years since my last visit, so there was plenty of catching up to do—especially with Montreal’s vibrant and ever-evolving bar scene.
Here are some of my favorite food and drink experiences from the trip.
Hello, World!
Garde Manger
Schwartz's Deli
St-Viateur Bagel
The iconic 9th floor of the Montreal Eaton Centre