
Mac Demarco at Métropolis: Bodysurfing, Beards and Booze
The Hipster King I was not sure I would be able to go and watch Mac Demarco because my kid’s school play was scheduled on the same evening which meant I would have to rush around as usual. But I’ve loved this guy, and all his albums, since the very beginning so I told myself […]

Top 10 takeouts in DC
Hangry [Han-gry] A state of displeasure caused by being hungry AF. DC can seem a bit deserted once 5pm rolls around. If you happen to be working late, you might think you are even at a loss for basic needs such as conversation, and food. Not true, my friends. Not true. Here is a quick […]

F.F.A.T SNAPS| WEEK 19 | Timeraiser150 Montreal
Timeraiser Montréal was an immersive evening concocted by Artbangbang. Held at the top of Place Ville-Marie, It brought together people from both the arts and business communities. The evening itself was centred around a silent auction which gathered the artwork of fifteen emerging artists and made them available through a unique form of gambling. Timeraiser […]

DC citizen: Mireille St-Pierre
Mireille St-Pierre, illustrator and co-founder of Beatrice Media is also a citizen of DC. DCMTL blog recently had the privilege to learn a little bit more about who she is and what she does. Heads up: She’s pretty cool What is it like to be an illustrator in Quebec? It’s really difficult being based in […]

Petit Biscuit: The little sweet who’s going places
A young DJ with huge potential Originally, I wasn’t even sure that I would go and watch Petit Biscuit. For one thing, the show was sold out. For another, I’m not really a big fan of EDM (his musical style). Worst of all, nobody was free to accompany me to the show that evening. As […]

The fab three: DCMTL artists spotlight
What if Art Ruled the World? You could make the case that a neighbourhood only becomes really vibrant once it has attracted a collective of artists to the area. Attracted by cheap property rates, artists bring their unique ideas, and emphasis on creative endeavors, and eventually recreate the vibe of the neighbourhood. Why? Because an […]

MusicNotes Talks at Collision – A Whole Track on Music and Tech
The main reason I headed down to New Orleans was to checkout the city and its renowned Jazz Festival. Another reason was the Collision Tech Conference. I’ve been involved in startups and technology for many years so it was obviously of interest. I was glad to see there was an entire track about music and […]

F.F.A.T Snaps| Week 18 | The Hocus Pocus ball at the McCord Museum
This years annual ball at the McCord museum was everything you would expect and more. A truly 5 star evening. There is no better way to say it. The event, which took place at L’Arsenal, was attended by the finest members of Montreal high society. The staff at the museum prepared a memorable evening. Inspired […]

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT : Restaurant Pasta Bar
Here at DCMTL Blog we are always on the lookout for great places to eat. With that in mind, we decided it’s time to shine the spotlight on one of the staples of Central District’s Chabanel street: the Pasta Bar. Established in 1989, the Restaurant Pasta Bar is fast approaching 30 years in the neighbourhood. […]

DC CITIZEN:Karl Walcott
DCMTL received an exclusive invite to go behind the scenes with Central District’s own Karl Walcott, on the set of his newest movie. His newest project, entitled Junior Major, a film by Éric Tessier is being filmed alongside the Ville Saint-Laurent Patriots. We met up with Karl behind the scenes, or rather behind the bench, […]