DK Travel : Montréal and Québec City

Situated on the mighty St Lawrence River, the sights of these two cities captivate visitors with their history, culture and festivity. Not only were they both major players in the foundation of Canada but their portside locations have kept them at the heart of international commerce, resulting in a harmonious blend of heritage architecture and exciting modern venues that charm all those who come to Canada’s “belle province.”

Marché du Vieux-Port

This farmer’s market is a cornucopia of the finest produce grown in the province (see Marché du Vieux-Port).
Marché du Vieux-Port

The Bassin Louise is the home of the Old Town’s fresh produce market, where farmers from Ile d’Orléans (see Ile d’Orléans) and other outlying areas bring their harvest to tempt appetites and inspire local chefs. Don’t be afraid to ask for a sample before you buy, especially at Le Fromageur cheese stall. Inside the green-roofed building is a café, where you can savor more of the local delights.
Marché Jean-Talon

A walk through the alluring Marché Jean-Talon tempts the senses with a profusion of fresh market fare, imported Italian gourmet luxuries and homemade marvels from traditional local kitchens. Fresh produce is brought to market by dozens of farmers from outlying regions, together with discerning local importers. Also inside the market area is the Marché des Saveurs du Québec, which departs from the Italian theme and presents a line up of specialties from Québec Province.
Marché Public de Sainte-Foy

A mix between an age-old farmer’s market and a contemporary grocery store. Being able to meet the grower face to face offers a satisfying assurance of the freshness of your purchases.
Mary Travers

Travers (1894–1941), born to an impoverished family on the Gaspé Peninsula, was a natural entertainer and began her career at family soirées playing jigs on the fiddle and spoons. Known as “La Bolduc,” she rose during the Great Depression to become the first popular singer-songwriter from Québec. A new generation of Quebecers has recently discovered her musical traditions.
Mazurka

Borscht ,wienerschnitzel , and Polish sausage are just a few reasons why Montréalers flock to this character-filled East European eatery.
McCord Museum of Canadian History

The single most important First Nations (native Canadian) collection of artifacts in Québec is on permanent display at the McCord Museum, and includes the most extensive library of costumes and textiles in Canada. Perhaps the most thrilling attraction is the Notman Photographic Archives, which record life in Montréal, Québec and Canada from 1840 to 1935. Over one million pictures are preserved, identified and housed in over 200 albums, which experts around the world use for research purposes.
McGill University

A remarkable campus spreads itself over 80 lush acres of the Downtown district. The land was a bequest from Scottish fur-trader James McGill in 1821 and was chartered by King George IV. Fine examples of Victorian architecture mix easily with the contemporary bustle of student life, making the 80 buildings on campus a testament to McGill’s personal dream and a city’s passion for education – McGill’s School of Medicine has one of the finest reputations in the world. With over 30,000 students active around the city center McGill is considered an integral contributor to the dynamics of this handsome neighborhood.
McHaffy

This French restaurant is distinguished by its fresh regional cuisine, such as lamb foie gras, complemented by a selection of Québec’s own wines.
Missisquoi Bay

The traditional home of the Abenaki native people, this lush area in the western corner of Cantons de l’Est was the first refuge for Loyalist settlers crossing into Canada after the American Revolution.

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