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  • Montreal, Canada

Guided Tour and Tastings at Jean-Talon Market with a Food Writer

  • 2 hours (approx.)

  • Mobile ticket

  • Offered in: English

Enjoy a private and authentic market tour with host Mayssam. Mayssam was born and raised in Lebanon, lived in New York City before finally settling in Montreal – her home for about 25 years now. In a few previous lives, she worked as an interior designer, a graphic artist and have even dabbled in catering. However in 2010, she reconnected with her true passions: food and travel, and has been a food and travel writer and blogger since. - Private Jean Talon market tour tour with a local food writer - Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of Jean-Talon market, Montréal's largest farmers market - Discover local produce while you eat your way through the Jean Talon market - Get insight on the market's, the neighborhood's history and Montreal's food scene - Enjoy 6-7 tastings, that may include pastries, seasonal produce, local cheese, ice cider (alcoholic), smoked fish, dessert, etc.

Sample Menu

MAIN

6-7 tastings

What to Expect

Private tour
2 hrs duration
La Librairie Gourmande

Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of Jean-Talon market, Montréal's largest farmers market, with a passionate food and travel writer. Mayssam lives just 2 blocks away and knows the market and its vendors really well. A visit to Jean-Talon market is unmissable when in Montreal, the ideal place to buy fresh local produce, cheese and meat from regional producers. On this 2 hour walking tour of the Jean Talon market, Mayssam will give you insight on the market's, the history and Montreal's food scene. You will also stop at her favorite stalls and stores, where you will do some tastings. You might visit a cheese monger, a smoked fish producer, an artisanal bakery, an ice cream parlor, a forager’s stand, a chef’s stall, and a few fruit and vegetable vendors. At the end of the tour, if you wish to buy some edible gifts or produce Mayssam can help you shop. Bring a tote bag, camera and walking shoes.

Please note that during Oct-Apr, instead of visiting the outdoor market at Jean Talon, Mayssam will take you to Little Italy, which is the neighborhood the market is located in. You will walk around Little Italy, visit a pastry shop, an old school Italian café, and may grab a pizza, if time permits.

What's Included

INCLUDED
  • Guided tour of Jean-Talon market with host Mayssam
  • 6-7 tastings
NOT INCLUDED
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting And Pickup

Start time:

10:00 AM

Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required. If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or preferences please advise at time of booking
  • Menu may vary depending on the season

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time.

Customer Reviews

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