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Secret Food Tours: Montreal - Jean-Talon & Little Italy

Skip the tourist traps and truly discover Montreal with our top-rated guided food tour, which takes you to delicious, lesser-known food spots loved by locals

    ClockIcon 2 1/2 - 3 hour
    LocationMaincolorIcon Jean-Talon Market & Little Italy
    CutleryIcon 8 stops
    GroupIcon 12 people max
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Secret Food Tours: Montreal - Jean-Talon & Little Italy

Secret Food Tours: Montreal - Jean-Talon & Little Italy
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Secret Food Tours: Montreal - Jean-Talon & Little Italy

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    ClockIcon 2 1/2 - 3 hour
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    GroupIcon 12 people max
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What you'll do

On our Secret Food Tour: Montreal - Jean-Talon & Little Italy, you'll enjoy a feast of farm-to-table foods and beloved family recipes.

 

Our experienced guides will take you on a culinary adventure through one of Montreal's oldest public markets and the epicenter of Canada's second largest Italian population! On your journey, you'll delight in some of the freshest foods the city has to offer such as toasty breads, hand-carved meats, creamy cheeses, and ripe local produce at the Jean-Talon Market. Then, as you make your way into Little Italy, you'll hear the stories of proud immigrant families who risked everything to travel to the New World and discover how their legacy lives on through handcrafted meals passed down through generations. Nobody leaves hungry on this unmissable trek into the heart of Montreal's incredible food scene.

 

Food will be served with fresh-pressed apple juice or water when available.

SEE ITINERARY

We'll begin in front of the main entrance of Marché Jean-Talon, one of the largest open-air markets in North America.
First up, you'll wet your palate with a bottle of crisp apple juice, cold-pressed at a farm in Quebec's apple capital, Rougemont.
Next, you'll bite into a warm focaccia sandwich jam-packed with fresh local ingredients like hand-carved prosciutto and handmade cheese.
As we journey further into the market, get ready for a sensory overload as we stop by our favorite maple syrup vendor, where you’ll discover the deep, rich flavors of Quebec’s most iconic export. Then, cool off with a scoop of homemade local ice cream crafted with seasonal ingredients.
Of course, no visit to the Jean-Talon Market would be complete without experiencing a mouthwatering artisanal sausage.
From there, it’s time to head into Petite Italie, Montreal's very own Italian-Canadian neighborhood. Along the way, you'll hear stories of proud immigrants from Sicily and the mainland and taste the best and most authentic Sicilian Arancini in the city, crispy on the outside, perfectly savory inside.
And to finish on a sweet note, we’ll treat you to what might just be the best cannoli you’ve ever had, paired with a refreshing Italian beverage.
As with all our tours, there's also our delicious Secret Dish.

*Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.

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If you have any issues with payment, please email us at [email protected] with the city, date and time of tour, and how many adult and child's tickets you need so we can assist you.

If a tour is fully booked, or you are looking to book a *Group or Private Tour - please email us about Group & Private Tours options.

*Please note - Group & Private Tours are specifically organised for your group and therefore subject to a premium price.

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What you'll taste

THE FOOD

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Focaccia Sandwich
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Seasonal Local Produce
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Maple Syrup Ice Cream
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Arancini
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Pizza al Taglio
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Cannoli with Italian Beverage
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Our Delicious Secret Dish

THE DRINKS

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Cold-Pressed Apple Juice
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Water
Meeting Spot

The meeting spot is Jean-Talon Market at 387 Rue Saint-Zotique Est, Montréal, QC H2S 1L8. If you have any questions. Please email us.

387 Rue Saint-Zotique Est, Montréal, QC H2S 1L8

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Everyday 11:00am, 1:00pm, and 3:00pm.

Your guide will be waiting with an orange umbrella so they are easy to spot.
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Duration2 1/2 - 3 hour
LocationJean-Talon Market & Little Italy
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I order?

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That is very easy! Go to our "Book Now" page, where we detail our tours. Select your tour and the time of your tour and book it! Are you looking for something special or are you organizing an event? Just email us at Group & Private Tours and we will do our best to arrange something that suits you. After your booking is made, we will send you an automatic e-mail confirmation. If you have any questions before booking, feel free to contact us via email

*Please note if you are using a special promo code then enter it in the "Voucher Code" section before you select the amount of tickets you would like to purchase*

What is included in the food tour?

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*** All the delicious food and drinks mentioned above, but if you want more alcohol (and who doesn't?) We offer a upgraded drinks package that gives you [number] drinks.

Where is the meeting spot?

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*** You can find the meeting spot here and if it's not clear you can always contact us.

We will send you meeting place details before the day of the tour. The meeting spot is [Location].

Your guide will be carrying an Orange umbrella so will be easy to spot.

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Where the tour will end?

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*** The food tour will end at [Location]

Is your food tour suitable for a vegetarian or someone with other dietary requirements?

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*** You can always tell our guides of any food allergies or special dietary requirements. We will adapt the menu so you can fully enjoy the tour! If you have any doubts or concerns, feel free to email us at [Email] before booking. We have had many vegetarians doing the tour with us and they all enjoyed it very much.

I am traveling with my family, is the tour ok for infants/children?

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Children are more than welcome on our tour and it's free for any child 2 years or under! We have had many families attend from all over the world and everyone enjoyed the tour.

I don't drink alcohol. Can I book your tour?

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This is not a problem. Just inform our guide before the tour starts. During the tasting you can select another beverage you like.

Is there enough food during your tour?

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We give enough food to all our customers. Trust us, you will not need to go to any restaurant after the Food tour!

Where do I add my discount voucher?

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I would like to take your tour but it is already fully booked. Is there a way I can do the tour?

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Our tours are often sold out very quickly. If the date you requested is not available, please do not hesitate to email us and we can see if there is anything we can do.

Is there a lot of walking?

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*** To join our food tour, you should wear comfortable shoes. There will be around 45mins of walking but it is not too difficult. If you walk slowly, then our guide will walk slowly as well.

How many people max are on this tour?

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*** We take 12 people maximum. If you are more than 12 people, please do not hesitate to email us and we will try to see if we can accommodate.

I cannot find a way to print the confirmation. Is it OK if I have it on my phone?

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You do not have to print your voucher. A confirmation on your phone will be fine!

If I purchase a voucher as a gift, or am given a voucher how long is it valid for?

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All of our vouchers expire one year from the date of purchase.

Can I choose my own cheese and meat?

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Our guide will take care of everything. Should you wish to try something special, please inform our guide and he will do his best to make you happy.

Where does your food come from?

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Top - quality, fresh and local!

What if it rains or I change my plans?

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Unfortunately, the weather is unpredictable. We do not issue refunds as per our terms and conditions. We also inform you that we never cancel a booking even if we have only 2 people! However we do reserve the right to cancel the tour if we feel the weather is extreme, and we cannot run the tour due to this for more info see our Terms and Conditions.

Can I pay the tour in cash?

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You must book directly on our website. We do not accept cash payments. Our online payment is safe, secured and SSL protected.

Why do we need to pay for a booking fee?

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The booking fee that you have to pay is up to our ticket provider and we can't change it. All our clients need to pay for it upon booking. The booking fee charged contributes to the cost of the ticketing system to provide an excellent service to our customers.

Foreign Transaction Fees

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A few banks have charged their customer an extra fee while booking with us (this isn't the booking fee but another fee added by the bank). We think this is unfair, if this happens let us know by showing us in your bank statement and we will refund this fee as a gesture of good will.

Are the food tours wheelchair and/or stroller accessible?

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Many of our tours are not wheelchair or stroller accessible. We recommend contacting us before booking to discuss this specific tour and accessibility options.

What is the lowest price guarantee?

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We always offer the lowest price on our Secret Food Tours. If you find one of our food tours listed at a lower price, contact us and we'll match it.

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