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  • Montreal, Canada

Jean-Talon Market Food Tour in Montreal with Local Guide Mayssam

  • 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

STARTER

Freshly baked pastries to start the day

What to Expect

Private tour
3 places
2 hrs duration
La Librairie Gourmande

Discover one of the best Montreal food tours on this 2-hour guided visit to Jean-Talon Market, the city’s largest farmers market and one of the biggest public markets in North America. Your host, Mayssam, a local food and travel writer, will guide you through vibrant stalls filled with seasonal produce and local specialties.

Learn about the history of Jean-Talon Market, Little Italy, and Montreal’s diverse culinary scene while stopping at her favorite vendors for tastings. You may visit a cheesemonger, artisanal bakery, smoked fish producer, ice cream shop, or fresh produce stands.

At the end of the tour, Mayssam can help you shop for edible souvenirs. Families with children can enjoy a fun food scavenger hunt.

Please note: From October to April, the tour may also include stops in the Little Italy neighborhood as parts of the outdoor market are closed.

Menu

Starter Freshly baked pastries to start the day
Starter Peak seasonal produce (strawberries, corn, apples)
Starter A board of artisanal local cheeses paired with ice cider, a Quebec specialty
Starter Syrian specialty spreads served with homemade pita crackers
Starter Locally caught and house-smoked fish (seasonal)
Dessert A seasonal sweet bite (maple syrup tart, ice cream, macarons)
Starter And a few surprise tastings along the way

Points of Interest

  • Montreal
  • Marche Jean-talon (jean-talon Market)
  • Little Italy

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

End Point

Where the tour ends

This experience ends at the starting point.

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.

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