OKOKUZITHOKOZISA KWE-AIRBNB
Izinto ezingavamile ongazenza e-Island of Montreal
Bhukha izinto ezenziwayo ezingenakulibaleka ezibungazwa abantu bendawo ku-Airbnb.
Okwenziwayo okusezingeni eliphezulu
Curling 4 Ever
When you arrive, I, Michel, Gord, Maureen Bob, Claude, or Peter(One of us only) will welcome you with the warmest smile. Then we'll discuss curling history and fun facts. After we will go on the ice and try a few techniques, laughs will be on the menu, then you’ll jump right into the action of one of our country's favorite sports.
I look forward to meeting you on the ice!
We also support Retirees that still want to be active by HOSTING you and your group.
***Please feel free to ask me any questions if you need a private group and if a date doesn't appear we could make it happen #Bachelor, #Bachelorette #TeamBuilding)***
No Alcohol consumption before and during the experience.
Taste of Chinatown with a Food Writer
Chinese cuisine is very rich and diverse. It cannot be treated as one entire cuisine as ingredients and styles of cooking vary depending on the geography, climate, and religion. We will journey through Chinatown and taste these regional delicacies together. By the end of the experience, you will be familiar with the flavour characteristic from various parts of China.
We will start in the heart of Chinatown and make our way through four food stops all within a block from each other. Each stop represents a specific province in China.
[Optional] If interested, we will also walk through the aisles of the largest Asian supermarket in Chinatown, and have you familiarize with commonly used ingredients in Chinese cooking.
If you're into photography, I'll be offering you tips on taking Instagram-worthy food pictures.
Dress appropriately for the weather. Wear comfortable footwear. Bring your phone or camera to take pictures. Come hungry!
Montreal-Style Bagel Making Workshop!
Welcome to the only place in Montreal that will teach you how to make Montreal bagels! 1000+ five star reviews!
Montreal bagels are world famous for their shape, taste and texture. A trip to Montreal isn't complete until you've tried one of these amazing bagels. So why not try your hand at making them yourself? I will teach you the secrets on how to make some deliciously unique and authentic Montreal style bagels at home, the easy way.
We will start by learning how the ingredients used affect the Bagels and the final result. Then we will all measure our ingredients using scales. After that, I will show you how to properly mix and knead the dough which you will do on your own right after me. I have adapted the best Boulanger (Bread Maker) techniques to the home kitchen so you will become a confident baker at home in no time!
After mixing the dough, we will learn how to shape the bagels, boil them, dress them up with various toppings, bake them and finally eat them fresh out of the oven! Not many things can beat eating freshly baked and delicious Bagels that you have made yourself right out of the oven.
You will leave with a detailed recipe to take home.
Thanks for reading and hopefully see you soon!
Will
Explore Old Montreal Walking Tour
*Check out my new experience! Plateau Mont-Royal & Mile End Walking Tour. Off-the-beaten-path walk in two of Montreal's most popular and interesting areas. Local vibes and fun guaranteed!*
Explore Old Montreal with this fun and informative walking tour experience in the historical district!
This tour is the best introduction to Montreal and to the old city. It will give you a great foundation for understanding what makes the city tick and for planning the rest of your stay.
History, architecture, culture, interesting facts and fun stories are all covered. We'll walk the cobblestone streets lined with beautiful buildings showcasing our architectural heritage. You'll discover some of the historical highlights and cultural contexts that contribute to making Montreal the unique, fun and diverse city that it is today. You'll leave the tour armed with Lesley's personal suggestions of things to see and do during your stay. A tiny treat and a small parting gift are also included in your experience! :-)
You'll be part of an exclusive group of only 10 people = a much more personal experience than other walking tours with larger groups.
Myself & my fabulous co-hosts - Amelie, Elise, Martin, Isabelle, Thom, Marie-Pier, Rene, Marie-Hellene, Gabriela & Caroline - are looking forward to meeting you and to showing you around!
* Minimum age to attend is 12 years old.
* In English
The Original Montreal Non-Touristy Pink Bike Tour
We start in the hood with the highest bike ridership in North America, at a 3rd wave coffee shop big in the cycling community.
We head through the Plateau to the foot of the mountain park to introduce MTL before cruising to see over a dozen works of mural art in the borough with the highest concentration of artists in the country. Works range from 2-9 storeys tall!
Off to the entertainment district where the biggest festivals take centre stage before checking out the waterfront and river from a hidden spot by the port.
Next is the Gaybourhood. We stop at pedestrian mall open all summer, great for people watching. The main strip houses art installations, music performances and great drag bars.
Picnic in a local non-touristy park with a craft beer is next (afternoon 2:30pm departures stop for cheeky sorbet instead of a picnic and are 3 hours long not 4).
Last bit we pedal by typical streets with baroque balconies, winding staircases, mansarded roofs and beautiful green alleyways.
We'll hit up a few more iconic parks we locals call our living rooms before we get back to the shop to hand you a list of recommendations for the best food, local shopping, cool art galleries and the best bars. The essentials of travel, quoi.
This is a great intro to the city past and present. The goal is to have you fall in love with Montréal. The tour is informal but informative and a must do.
Izinto ongazenza eduze nezindawo ezithandwayo
Konke okwenziwayo eduze ne-Island of Montreal
Curling 4 Ever
When you arrive, I, Michel, Gord, Maureen Bob, Claude, or Peter(One of us only) will welcome you with the warmest smile. Then we'll discuss curling history and fun facts. After we will go on the ice and try a few techniques, laughs will be on the menu, then you’ll jump right into the action of one of our country's favorite sports.
I look forward to meeting you on the ice!
We also support Retirees that still want to be active by HOSTING you and your group.
***Please feel free to ask me any questions if you need a private group and if a date doesn't appear we could make it happen #Bachelor, #Bachelorette #TeamBuilding)***
No Alcohol consumption before and during the experience.
Taste of Chinatown with a Food Writer
Chinese cuisine is very rich and diverse. It cannot be treated as one entire cuisine as ingredients and styles of cooking vary depending on the geography, climate, and religion. We will journey through Chinatown and taste these regional delicacies together. By the end of the experience, you will be familiar with the flavour characteristic from various parts of China.
We will start in the heart of Chinatown and make our way through four food stops all within a block from each other. Each stop represents a specific province in China.
[Optional] If interested, we will also walk through the aisles of the largest Asian supermarket in Chinatown, and have you familiarize with commonly used ingredients in Chinese cooking.
If you're into photography, I'll be offering you tips on taking Instagram-worthy food pictures.
Dress appropriately for the weather. Wear comfortable footwear. Bring your phone or camera to take pictures. Come hungry!
Montreal-Style Bagel Making Workshop!
Welcome to the only place in Montreal that will teach you how to make Montreal bagels! 1000+ five star reviews!
Montreal bagels are world famous for their shape, taste and texture. A trip to Montreal isn't complete until you've tried one of these amazing bagels. So why not try your hand at making them yourself? I will teach you the secrets on how to make some deliciously unique and authentic Montreal style bagels at home, the easy way.
We will start by learning how the ingredients used affect the Bagels and the final result. Then we will all measure our ingredients using scales. After that, I will show you how to properly mix and knead the dough which you will do on your own right after me. I have adapted the best Boulanger (Bread Maker) techniques to the home kitchen so you will become a confident baker at home in no time!
After mixing the dough, we will learn how to shape the bagels, boil them, dress them up with various toppings, bake them and finally eat them fresh out of the oven! Not many things can beat eating freshly baked and delicious Bagels that you have made yourself right out of the oven.
You will leave with a detailed recipe to take home.
Thanks for reading and hopefully see you soon!
Will
Explore Old Montreal Walking Tour
*Check out my new experience! Plateau Mont-Royal & Mile End Walking Tour. Off-the-beaten-path walk in two of Montreal's most popular and interesting areas. Local vibes and fun guaranteed!*
Explore Old Montreal with this fun and informative walking tour experience in the historical district!
This tour is the best introduction to Montreal and to the old city. It will give you a great foundation for understanding what makes the city tick and for planning the rest of your stay.
History, architecture, culture, interesting facts and fun stories are all covered. We'll walk the cobblestone streets lined with beautiful buildings showcasing our architectural heritage. You'll discover some of the historical highlights and cultural contexts that contribute to making Montreal the unique, fun and diverse city that it is today. You'll leave the tour armed with Lesley's personal suggestions of things to see and do during your stay. A tiny treat and a small parting gift are also included in your experience! :-)
You'll be part of an exclusive group of only 10 people = a much more personal experience than other walking tours with larger groups.
Myself & my fabulous co-hosts - Amelie, Elise, Martin, Isabelle, Thom, Marie-Pier, Rene, Marie-Hellene, Gabriela & Caroline - are looking forward to meeting you and to showing you around!
* Minimum age to attend is 12 years old.
* In English
The Original Montreal Non-Touristy Pink Bike Tour
We start in the hood with the highest bike ridership in North America, at a 3rd wave coffee shop big in the cycling community.
We head through the Plateau to the foot of the mountain park to introduce MTL before cruising to see over a dozen works of mural art in the borough with the highest concentration of artists in the country. Works range from 2-9 storeys tall!
Off to the entertainment district where the biggest festivals take centre stage before checking out the waterfront and river from a hidden spot by the port.
Next is the Gaybourhood. We stop at pedestrian mall open all summer, great for people watching. The main strip houses art installations, music performances and great drag bars.
Picnic in a local non-touristy park with a craft beer is next (afternoon 2:30pm departures stop for cheeky sorbet instead of a picnic and are 3 hours long not 4).
Last bit we pedal by typical streets with baroque balconies, winding staircases, mansarded roofs and beautiful green alleyways.
We'll hit up a few more iconic parks we locals call our living rooms before we get back to the shop to hand you a list of recommendations for the best food, local shopping, cool art galleries and the best bars. The essentials of travel, quoi.
This is a great intro to the city past and present. The goal is to have you fall in love with Montréal. The tour is informal but informative and a must do.
French Grapes & Montreal Flavors, A Five Course Tasting
This unique experience is a 5-course tasting menu of dishes inspired by the tastes of Montreal's global food cultures - a market mix of Asian, Jewish, Caribbean, Italian, Portuguese, or Middle Eastern - personally cooked by a Michelin star-trained chef in a private kitchen. The hosting Chef is an award-winning food writer (Gourmet, Food+Wine) and Doctoral scholar (Oxford University/Press) who has worked with celebrity chefs and Top Chef winners around the world. The dining site is an apartment in a historic 1800's building in the famous Old Port. There will be an emphasis on Canadian sources of seafood, meat, ethnic inspiration, and cheesemakers. The price includes 5 courses of food. The 5-glass matching beer/cider/wine flight is an additional +$43-53USD per person. A non-alcoholic matching tea tasting is +$28USD
Détente créative, surprenez-vous
En voyage ou dans notre quotidien, on court et tout va (trop) vite. Aimeriez-vous prendre du temps pour vous-même et vous laisser de l’espace pour créer ?
Dans une ambiance décontractée et amicale, vous aurez 1h30 pour laisser libre cours à votre créativité. Je vous expliquerai les bases de la peinture acrylique et des conseils sur l’utilisation du matériel. J’ai mis en place un petit jeu, permettant de vous mettre en confiance et de vous guider dans vos créations. Aucune expérience n’est nécessaire, c’est un atelier libre de création sans jugement ni instruction rigide.
À votre arrivée, une pochette avec plusieurs formats de papier, vous est offerte. Cette pochette est pour vous et vous repartez avec l’ensemble de vos créations. Vous aurez à votre disposition de la peinture acrylique, des feutres, des crayons... de quoi vous amuser et explorer !
Surprenez-vous avec cet un atelier créatif. Il est normal d’être intimidé par l’idée de peindre, mais je vous assure que vous en êtes capable. Venez apprivoiser le syndrome de la feuille blanche et manier les pinceaux.
Autres remarques
Les bienfaits d’une pause créative sont de vous inspirer, d’apprendre, d’être présent à vous-même mais aussi au petit groupe que nous serons. C’est un endroit d’échange et de détente.
Hidden Gems Bike Tour – Plateau, Mile-End, Jean Talon market
This authentic bike ride goes beyond the city's tourist spots, into Montreal's hip neighborhoods and local lifestyle.
Sure, we'll navigate a bit through the city's past and present, but don't expect tons of history and hyper precise dates: what we'll show you is Montreal's relaxed way of life from behind the scenes and help you understand why everyone falls in love with this amazing place. Get ready for a good dose of fun facts and memorable anecdotes.
We’ll set you up on a nice bike -a pleasure to ride- and we’ll lead you on a loop route using non-crowded bike paths, quiet streets, and charming "green" laneways. We'll do many stops along the way to rest and take pictures.
During the ride, we'll cruise through the artsy and full of murals Plateau and Mile-End 'hoods, be treated to views of the Mont-Royal from Outremont, then onto the charming Petit-Patrie and Little Italy, and we'll stop at the incredible Jean Talon Market.
Learn the stories of Montrealers and their culture - from musical heroes, to culinary icons, and the open-minded residents & students that populate these neighbourhoods today.
Even locals that have lived here for years will discover something new in this amazing 3 hour bike ride, and who knows, maybe by the end of this tour you might want to become a new Montrealer too!
This activity is also great for groups and team bulding activivities!
Montreal's Highlights Bike Tour - Downtown & Old Montreal
Our guided small-group rides offer a fun and safe activity.
This must-do experience celebrates bike-friendly Montreal and is a fun, accessible way to take in key landmarks and enjoy urban nature.
You'll be rewarded with photogenic scenes and sights, and gain perspective into Montreal's unique vibe, culture, and history.
We’ll set you up on a nice bike, a pleasure to ride. We’ll lead you on a loop route using Montreal's impressive bike paths, quiet streets, and laneways.
You’ll cruise through Old Montreal, the Old Port & the Riverfront, Downtown, and the charming neighbourhoods of Le Plateau and Le Village.
Your leader will be one of our specially trained Montreal ambassadors, who will gradually unravel Montreal's story--which plays a large part in Canada's story. You’ll pause at nice break spots featuring the cityscape, natural views, architecture, outdoor art, and neighbourhood life.
Bikes are a great way to get outside and get moving.
Our 3-hour experiences provide a sweet spot of exercise and enjoyment that lets you get plan more in your day.
***Also check out our other experience "Hidden Gems Bike Tour", a ride through the Plateau, Mile-End, and Little Italy to catch more local neighbourhood vibes, green lanes, impressive street art.
Dive into lgbtq history on the Montréal Queerstory Tour
On the Montréal QUEERSTORY tour you'll dive right into the personal stories (we name names!) of when Montréal's LGBTQ2+ neighbourhood was on the west side of town.
Picture it, Montréal, 1960s to 1990s: Women's lib and gay rights, activism and partying, sex, drugs and police violence. Along the course of this walking tour, your professional guide will make you discover the spots where every group in the L-G-B-T-Q-2+ communities had their struggles and their victories. See where men were first legally allowed to dance with other men, learn about the boycott that lead lesbians to organize their way to emancipation, find out why Montréal nightlife was the sh*t and hear about the dreadful consequences of what they once called "the worst of crimes". You'll never see the city the same way again, and you'll never take for granted the liberties and rights that queer people in Montréal enjoy today.
Discover Montreal's Underground City - Reso
We will visit some of the most beautiful art pieces and hide outs. You will learn worlds LARGEST underground city and the history of each place.
Let’s discover all of its beauty.
- Complexe Desjardins has a beautiful water fountain.
- The World Trade Centre of Montreal includes a piece of the Berlin wall and a statue masterpiece the God of the sea.
- Visit a historic bank with a café
Head over to
- Central station
- Visit the Cathcart Terrace restaurant and Biergarten
- Step outside to see “The Ring” that serves as window with more than 200 years of history
- 1000 la Gauchetiere Ice rink (year round)
- In the tunnels stop to try the best espresso or juice to re-energize.
- Eatons Center (Time out market mouth watering food tasting heaven)
- Place Montreal Trust ( largest water spout )
- Les Cours Mont Royal (Stunning architecture)
- NEW Amazing Selfie Zone! Picture heaven!
- Infamous Barbie exposition
- Step outdoors to see how it’s all connected.
I take alot of pictures, to make your experience memorable.
It is guaranteed two hours, covers a lot of terrain and is hosted my me your favourite local!
I do private groups, custom hours & tailored experiences, please inquire.
Secret Food Tours Montreal
You will eat your way through the trendy Mile End area. Our tour is strategically placed right in the heart of many cultures so you'll taste the best that the city has to offer.
Everything is made from fresh local ingredients including, Montreal-style bagels, poutine, Alsatian tarts, Italian coffe and a local ice cream.
And, don’t forget you'll always have our delicious SECRET DISH as well, which we won't reveal till the end!
Coffee Crawl in the
Old Port of Montreal
Join me for a coffee crawl! As a coffee enthusiast, I have selected 3 of my favourite coffee shops in old Montreal. Each of these places will differ from one another. This walking coffee tour will take place in the historic old city of Montreal, allowing you to stroll through some of the city's most beautiful and of course, Instagramable streets!
The tour will begin in front of Montreal's City Hall, an iconic architectural building. Once a brief history of Montreal is provided, we will get our first coffee at a classic Italian style cafe serving authentic Italian coffee. Our second coffee shop is located in a historical building, which was originally the Royal Bank of Canada headquarters established in 1928. This space is a protected building in the heart of Old Montreal. The tour will end at a modern/hip cafe designed to recreate the charm of Havana, Cuba.
This coffee crawl is a way to experience Montreal’s rich history, culture and beauty. I am looking forward to creating this experience with you!
** Tour may sometimes go over by 15 minutes due to too much fun :) **
Learn to bake French Macarons
Learn to bake delicious sweet treats from scratch in our hidden kitchen studio!
Learn how to bake these sweet French treats from scratch! Whether you're a novice or a seasoned baker, you'll learn all about what makes French Macarons special, how to make the perfect meringue, the best mixing technique, how to perfectly pipe the batter, all about what's happening in the oven, how to avoid common mistakes, and then some delicious fillings and decoration. Yup - we cover everything! You'll be making everything from scratch, then filling, decorating, before tasting everything, and packing up your extra treats to take home in cute bakery boxes.
Other things to note:
Please let us know in advance if you have any allergies or dietary restrictions.
Stroll around Montreal like a local
Let's take a stroll around Saint-Laurent Boulevard and discover the cosmopolitan Montreal. We'll go through some of my favourites neighbourhoods. I absolutely love this city, and I want you to leave Montreal loving it as much as I do.
If you want to see the real Montreal and experience the locals' lifestyle, this experience is for you!
These are some of the things we will discover together:
- Jean-Talon Market
-Little Italy
-Mile End
-Bagels, maple syrup and much more
-Street art
And many more local tips!
I like to keep my groups at a maximum of 6 people for a more intimate experience. The experience is more suited for adults and older children because of the long walk.
However, I'm open to changes. If there's more than 6 people in you group or if you are accompanied by young children, let me know.
For the ultimate personalized experience, I suggest booking a private tour.
I look forward to meeting you :)