Posts by zuuchini:
LOV – Is it love at first sight?
April 19th, 2018The first time I heard about LOV was about a year ago before I became vegan. At that time, I was not enticed by the whole hype. “Best restaurant for Instagram photos”, that was the title it was known for. I thought it was a gimmick and would not last long.
A year after, it is still popular among Montrealers. It even opened another location in Downtown and another one in the planning in Laval. This place must be more than just the looks.
On a Saturday evening, at 6:30PM, the place was half filled already. A reservation is highly suggested.
The menu offers a great array of food, mostly casual at a fair price. We had chosen a 4 dishes in total, actually there other good contenders (but 2 people can only eat this much).
Kale Mac’n’Cheese
It never occurred to me that adding kale to mac’n’cheese is such a good idea. The kale tones down the creaminess of the dish. Mr.Butter enjoyed this dish in the beginning, but as he ate more, he enjoyed less. It was odd. He thought the sauce was too heavy while I found the sauce was perfect.
Kimchi Fries
We loved this. The tang in the sauce (the aioli sauce) was delightful! I really have to find the recipe. This is a must order.
Big LOV Burger
Mr.Butter was very disappointed by the burger and I understood why. The bottom bun was soggy by the time it arrived on our table. And the patty was mushy. There was no “bite” to it. One thing I want to point out is that the burger smells like a burger coming from McDonald’s. Maybe it’s the smell of pickle?
Gnocchi di casa
Surprisingly, this must had been the best gnocchi I’ve had tasted at a restaurant. The consistency is how I like it, soft but with a bit of chew. The hemp-basil pesto was a great reminiscent of my own basil pesto I make at home, equally as delicious.
LOV is a very versatile eatery. It can be chic but yet casual. I also believe that non-vegans would enjoy the food just as much as vegans (excluding the burgers of course). I would like to return here to try other dishes!
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Sushi Momo – The most popular vegan restaurant?
March 20th, 2018Sushi Momo wins the most popular vegan restaurant in Montreal area title. Every single time someone asks for a vegan restaurant, Sushi Momo is at least suggested once. Vegans even confirmed that non-vegans love that place too.
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Expo Manger Santé et Vivre Vert – 2018
March 8th, 2018Yes! It’s finally here. I’m so happy to announce that Expo Manager Sante et Vivre Vert is just around the corner. March 23-25 to be exact at Palais des Congres.
I attended last year and I am definitely going back this year. There are so many interesting products and vendors. Best of all, some vendors give very good discount! Their prices are usually tax included already, so it is a great event to stock some of your favorite products!
Here is a snapshot of some of the companies that will be participating:
Veraudace Veggie-based ice creams and sorbets
PB&Me PB&Me is an all-natural, low calorie powdered peanut and almond butter with 90% less calories from fat than a traditional spreads. With only 45 calories and upwards of 6g of protein per serving, you can enjoy PB&Me in your shakes and smoothies, as a gluten-free ingredient in baking or mixed with water for a delicious creamy spread.
Yofit Carrageenan-free, sugar-free, soy-free new chickpea milk product with 10g of protein per serving
La Shop agricole A great selection of products for the urban gardener!
Champignons maison Grow your own mushrooms at home!
Savoura Year-round Quebec-grown strawberries
U Main Artisanal vegan cheese making kits
GoGo Quinoa New lentil and quinoa pasta
Quinoades Quinoa sauces: curry & coco, tomato & red bean, spinach & basil…
Tout cru! Lacto-fermented pickles, seaweed sauerkraut, juniper berry sauerkraut and others
Nature & Moi Brand new vegan cheese products
Gusta New vegan cheeses and vegan mayo range
Micro-Pousses DoSO New range of micro-greens
Olimega Camelina honey
Vganmenu Vegan pre-prepared meal delivery
Choose Life Vegan Jamaican patties made with local, organic, responsibly-sourced ingredients
Super Kale Vibes Beetroot, parsnip and carrot chips
Giddy Yo Chaga chocolate bar
Ferme apicole Mosaïque Range of wellness honeys
Gourmet Sauvage The sweet clover essence, the boreal vanilla
For more details, click here.
I have a very good news. I have a pair of tickets to give out! Please leave a comment on this post or on my facebook page post. Let me know who you would like to bring (by tagging that person) and tell me which vendor you’re most excited about! I’ll pick a winner at random on March 16, 2018.
Happy exploring!
Zuuchini
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Toque: High school dream
March 7th, 2018Toque has been on my dining checklist for the longest time, since high school. Can you believe that? Why would a teenager even think of fine dining? I guess I am meant to be a foodie! I remembered I was touring Montreal for educational purpose, of course, and my geography teacher talked about Toque as some prestigious place to dine, one you cannot wear normal clothes – they have to be fancy. Ever since then, I promised myself that once I become successful, I would go buy a fancy dress and dine there with my friends. I am now the definition of success according to my teenage self.
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Kuljit India : Revisited as a vegan
February 19th, 2018Sometimes I forget that Indian cuisine is very vegan friendly. It is most likely because my favorite Indian dish is (was?) curry with some type of meat. I may about to change that.
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