Glorious beasts by my favourite street artist, ROA.
Always a festival here in Montréal! This weekend, they celebrate the great American scholar, author and actor, James Franco.
Oh my, Québécois mushrooms are extraordinarily potent!
The next time you find yourself in Mile End, slide up to the counter at Wilensky’s and enjoy a bologna sandwich at this classic establishment. Why wouldn’t you trust rave reviews from Anthony Bourdain and a little bear?
A view of my favourite neighborhood park in the afternoon. On warm evenings, locals flock here in droves with portable BBQs, Frisbees and copious amounts of libations. If I read the signs correctly, apparently one may freely enjoy spirits at the park, provided said beverages are accompanied by a full meal. Cheers to that!
I purchased an Indie Coffee Passport at Lapin Pressé this weekend and have been delightfully jittery ever since! Take that, evil corporate joes!
Exactly one year ago, I toasted my favourite couple on their wedding day. Cheers!
Ganesh Versus The Third Reich.
All dogs may go to Heaven, but only one bear goes to church.
My French is rusty, but context informs me that I shan’t be surprised when I bump into opera singers, a bagpipe band or a tango troupe at this fine establishment.
A mediocre mosaic. A mediocre wrestler. A fitting tribute, Quebec. RIP, Dino Bravo.
I wonder how one translates “Mind the gap” en français…
Free Comic Book Day at Crossover Comics in Montreal. I can pick four for myself, but the question remains. What does one do with four copies of “Bongo” comics?
The last time I was in Montreal, there was a huge ice slide down the middle of le Quartier des Spectacles - quite the adrenaline rush! I returned this week only to discover twenty-one brightly coloured swings on Président Kennedy road. Each swing emmits a series of musical notes, depending on how fast one swings. And the tune changes when multiple people swing simultaneously. To my knowledge, I am the only bear to have participated in this interactive installation, but I have witnessed many a child, student, professional and even several goldens have a go at it - all with smiles on their faces!
I arrived in time to see the final day of les papillons at Le Jardin Botanique! It was quite a sight to behold so many butterflies up close, as their coloured wings and markings are quite intricate. Now that the exhibit has closed, I understand they are preparing for their next gig in Ontario. Bonne chance, mes amis!
