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Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 7d

For our October issue, we spoke with Thundercat about his Montreal music crushes, from Gino Vannelli to Kaytranada.

"Kaytra is one of the people who actually makes me happy as a person. I feel like he’s always understood me as a friend and as a musician."

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Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 8h

WATCH: Heni x Beyond the Plate: Skydiving and cooking with Montreal chef Julien Robillard

Turns out the chef behind Heni, Barley and Épicerie Lulu has also jumped out of a plane over 750 times.

HENI x Beyond the Plate: Skydiving and cooking with Montreal chef Julien Robillard

Watch the latest episode of Beyond the Plate, featuring a skydiving adventure and cooking with HENI chef Julien Robillard.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 9h

“Given Chef Massimo Piedimonte’s lineage in kitchens tracing back to Noma in Copenhagen, Maison Boulud and le Mousso, be prepared for a night to remember.”

Montreal Restaurant Guide: Cabaret l’Enfer

Montreal Restaurant Guide: Cabaret l’Enfer

A capsule review of the Montreal restaurant Cabaret l’Enfer.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 11h

“Mark Carney is one of the most respected voices on the economy worldwide and by far the most qualified to steer Canada through the second Trump presidency. Canada already has the best trade deal with the U.S., and Canadians trust the PM to build on that while creating new opportunities abroad.”

Observations from Montreal

An ever-changing collection of commentary and observations by Montrealers or about Montreal politics and culture.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 12h

“Make no mistake: There’s a direct line between systemic racism — which the Quebec government continues to deny — and the racial profiling and unwarranted police interventions it often leads to that causes Black and brown bodies harm.”

An editorial by @mtltoula.bsky.social.

The killing of Nooran Rezayi by Longueuil police is part of a series of completely avoidable tragedies

"I understand people’s distrust of the police force and its watchdog. I understand their despair at Nooran’s death and the helplessness they feel knowing a young boy’s killer may never face justice."

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 14h

Best Poke in Montreal ♥️

Best Poke in Montreal

As voted by our readers in the 2025 Best of MTL readers poll, the best poke in Montreal can be found at Poke Monster, Olu Olu, Le Poké Station, Ahi Poke and Boîte Geisha.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 15h

Air Canada is launching nonstop flights from Montreal to Mallorca for Summer 2026

Air Canada is launching nonstop flights from Montreal to Mallorca for Summer 2026

Air Canada will be launching nonstop summer flights from Montreal to Palma de Mallorca, Spain from June 17 to Oct. 23, 2026.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 17h

What to do today in Montreal 🇵🇸

What to do today in Montreal

What to do today in Montreal, including a to-do list of events in the city’s music, film, theatre, comedy and sports scenes.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 1d

“Michelin-recommended — and a pillar of the Montreal food scene since 2004.”

Montreal Restaurant Guide: Le Club Chasse et Pêche

Montreal Restaurant Guide: Le Club Chasse et Pêche

A capsule review of the Montreal restaurant Le Club Chasse et Pêche.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 1d

First frost advisory of the season issued for Montreal Thursday night

“Take preventative measures to protect frost-sensitive plants and trees.”

First frost advisory of the season issued for Montreal Thursday night

Environment Canada issued a frost advisory for Montreal, with temperatures forecast to approach or reach the freezing mark Thursday night.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 1d

Best Bagels in Montreal ♥️

Best Bagels in Montreal

As voted by our readers in the 2025 Best of MTL readers poll, the best bagels in Montreal can be found at St-Viateur Bagel, Fairmount Bagel, Bagel St-Lo, MTL Bagel and R.E.A.L Bagel.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 1d

Depicting a dark chapter of Canada’s military history, #OutStanding is based on the best-selling memoir by Sandra Perron.

We spoke with the actress, director & subject of a film about Canada’s first woman infantry soldier

We spoke with the actress, director & subject of a film about Canada's first woman infantry soldier

An interview with "Out Standing" lead actress Nina Kira, author Sandra Perron and director Mélanie Charbonneau.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 1d

Large majority of Canadians believe Mark Carney would get a better trade deal with the U.S. than Pierre Poilievre

Large majority of Canadians believe Mark Carney would get a better trade deal with the U.S. than Pierre Poilievre

A large majority of Canadians believe Prime Minister Mark Carney would get a better trade deal with the U.S. than Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 1d

TODAY: Montreal's Festival du Nouveau Cinéma begins, screening 106 features and 162 short films through Oct. 19.

What to see at FNC 2025

What to see at Festival du Nouveau Cinéma in Montreal, from Oct. 8 to 19

The 54th edition of Festival du Nouveau Cinéma (FNC) will showcase 106 features and 162 short films in Montreal from Oct. 8 to 19.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 1d

And Toronto media should also be calling this shit out.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 1d

To be fair, expecting wages to increase at the same rate as landlord greed is flawed anyway.

Essentials like groceries and housing need better protection from institutional greed. 🤷

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 1d

Asking rents in Montreal have literally doubled since 2019:

“Rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Montreal has grown from $1,130 in 2019 to $2,272 in October 2025.”

Asking rents in Montreal have doubled since 2019

Asking rents in Montreal have doubled since 2019.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 1d

What to do today in Montreal 🤖🩷

What to do today in Montreal

What to do today in Montreal, including a to-do list of events in the city’s music, film, theatre, comedy and sports scenes.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 1d

“Trump also wants Canada to join his ‘Golden Dome’ missile defence system for a cost of US$71 billion.”

A majority of Canadians oppose the idea as part of any trade agreement.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 2d

“The ‘Freedom Convoy’ was a foreign-funded occupation and political destabilization movement, not a grassroots stand against COVID mandates. What we saw in Ottawa was not a protest, but a full-blown occupation meant to terrorize and disrupt people’s lives.”

Observations from Montreal

An ever-changing collection of commentary and observations by Montrealers or about Montreal politics and culture.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 2d

“This is a government whose support relies on division and populist fear-mongering. They’ll blame immigration for their own failings and vilify Montreal in an attempt to stir up racist, xenophobic and anti-anglo sentiment.”

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 2d

Best Chinese Restaurants in Montreal ♥️

Best Chinese Restaurants in Montreal

As voted by our readers in the 2025 Best of MTL readers poll, the best Chinese restaurants in Montreal are Dobe & Andy, Mon Nan, Beijing, Aunt Dai and Hong Mere.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 2d

Majority of Canadians oppose Canada joining Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ missile defence system

“Just 23% of Canadians — almost all of whom vote Conservative — say they support the idea.”

Majority of Canadians oppose Canada joining Trump's 'Golden Dome' missile defence system

A majority of Canadians oppose Canada joining Trump's 'Golden Dome' missile defence system as part of any trade agreement.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 2d

“If you need to sum up the vibe of our city’s food scene, simply proclaim: ‘Le Filet!’ Irresistibly chic, this Plateau gem sits hidden in plain sight.”

Montreal Restaurant Guide: Le Filet

Montreal Restaurant Guide: Le Filet

A capsule review of the Montreal restaurant Le Filet.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 2d

“The rent-to-income ratio exploded on François Legault’s watch. After years of failing to focus on what matters most to Quebecers, Legault is Canada’s most unpopular premier, with approvals below 20% in housing affordability and healthcare.”

Quebec needs to finally put petty language politics aside for the good of the province

François Legault and the government of Quebec need to finally put petty language politics aside for the good of the province.

Cult MTL @cultmtl.com · 2d

#TheNakedGun is the #1 movie streaming in Canada

The Naked Gun is the #1 movie streaming in Canada

Topping the streaming charts in Canada is action comedy film The Naked Gun starring Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson, which is available now on Paramount+.