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I love this neighbourhood! Whenever I set foot in this area of the city I am awestruck by the gorgeous British style architecture, the brownstones and the presence of magnolias everywhere. It had always been a dream of mine to one day live in Westmount, five years ago I lived the dream\u2026 it lasted four years. I loved every minute of it and I got a sturdy pair of runner\u2019s legs running up and down the hills.<\/p>\n
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We sold our home in 2010 and moved next door to Notre-Dame-de-Gr\u00e2ce (NDG to the locals). At the heart of NDG is what is affectionately called the Monkland Village (between Grand boulevard and the D\u00e9carie Expressway), a lively street full of local shops and good restaurants. Having left behind my dream home for hopefully greener pastures, I was skeptical of how I would get acquainted with the neighborhood and my really not so green lawn.<\/p>\n
Well it did not take more than a minute before I fell head over heel for NDG. Everyone is so nice, the community life is priceless, there are great restaurants and we even got flash mobs on Halloween by the borough\u2019s community council or something (Michael Jackson\u2019s Thriller: a classic).<\/p>\n
Ce restaurant traditionnel japonais offre \u00e9galement un bar \u00e0 sushis, dans un d\u00e9cor contemporain.<\/p>\n \u00a01232, avenue Greene \u2028| (514) 934-0962 | www.kashima.ca<\/a><\/p>\n An institution in Westmount, Chez Nick\u2019s is THE place for Sunday Brunch and lunch. With over, oh I don\u2019t know, at least 20 different kind of tasty salads, it has long ago become my \u201crabbit lunch\u201d place. Always packed, you better arrive 15 minutes early.<\/p>\n 1377 Greene Avenue\u2028| (514) 935-0946 | www.cheznick.ca<\/a><\/p>\n Great fries and great cocktails\u2026 what more can you ask for?<\/p>\n 5032 Sherbrooke West\u2028| (514) 483-1557 | www.claremontcafe.ca<\/a><\/p>\n I feel obligated to talk about the great ambiance and food, because it is true, but really all I can think about right now is their Baked Chocolate Chip Cookie \u00e0 la mode. A huge cookie served in the cast iron skillet, gooey and warm, with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream on top. I rest my case\u2026<\/p>\n 5555 Monkland Avenue | (514) 486-5768 | www.monklandtavern.com<\/a><\/p>\n Photo Credit: Vanessa Sicotte<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Hang over breakfast galore. Cosmo is tiny dinner with colorful owners and amazing breakfast sandwiches.<\/p>\n Wanna channel the \u201cEat Pray Love\u201d Experience without leaving the city? Well The Italian Pantry is the first stop on your list! Find here ready-to-go meals and culinary delights imported directly from Italy including various Olive oils, Butter of Parma and Barath & Milano 45 per cent hazelnut crema (that\u2019s their very own \u201cBEST IN THE WORLD\u201d kind of Nutella spread).<\/p>\n 6132, Monkland Avenue\u00a0| (514) 802-6601 | website<\/a><\/p>\n source:\u00a0http:\/\/hour.ca\/2011\/ This boutique is like a candy store to me. From bed linens to frames, scented candles and cool dog gear, Ben & Tournesol offers a collection of delightfully curated objects for the home.<\/p>\n 4915 Sherbrooke st. West | (514) 481-5050 | www.benandtournesol.com<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Little sister of Ben & Tournesol, located next door, Wilfris & Adrienne specializes in the \u201cart de la table\u201d (art of the table). Brands such as Arte Italica, Le Creuset, Laguiole, Dean & Deluca, & Sophie Conran\u2019s collaboration for Portmeirion are found here in delicious sorbet colors.<\/p>\n 4919 B Sherbrooke st. West | (514) 481-5850 |\u00a0Facebook Page<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Their Carrefour Laval location has long been a hit and now their Westmount venue is following in its steps. Find affordable accessories, rugs, silk flowers and furniture with a contemporary flair.<\/p>\n 1234 Greene Avenue | (514) 932-9992\u00a0| Facebook Page<\/a><\/p>\n Chantal Boul\u00e9, the colorful designer behind the brand, has been offering a country living approach to her numerous customers for many years (a lady never says how many years\u2026). Visit the Ayer\u2019s Cliff (Eastern Touwnships) boutique or, if you are a city dweller, visit their design studio within Tapis Soumack on Sherbroke st.<\/p>\n 4883 Sherbrooke st West | (514) 484-2199 | www.viedecampagne.com<\/a><\/p>\n A showroom for designers, Carrier & Co is en entity in Montr\u00e9al when it comes to fabrics and wallpapers.<\/p>\n 4267 Ste-Catherine St. West | (514) 933-3233 | www.carrierco.com<\/a><\/p>\n Custom made linens and drapes with a very personalized service and a large variety of fabrics to choose from Find here the collection from Toronto\u2019s Threadcount<\/a>.<\/p>\n 326 Victoria Avenue# 212 | (514) 486-2424 |www.toilesurrendezvous.com<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Souvenirs de Voyages is a lovely boutique that carries fashionable decorations and accessories.\u00a0If you enjoy original furniture, objects, and accessories, as well as authentic and contemporary styles, for which you can always find a deeper history, this is the place for you.<\/p>\n 5035 Sherbrooke St. West | (438) 382-1635\u00a0| website<\/a><\/p>\n Avid skiers flock to this store from far and wide. Great gear and just a cool cast of characters working there.<\/p>\n 5706 Monkland\u00a0Avenue | (514) 483-3666 | www.austrianskishop.com<\/a><\/p>\n My body\u2019s temple. Essential to my sanity.<\/p>\n 4260 Girouard Avenue, 3rd Floor | (514) 544-9642 | ndg.mokshayoga.ca<\/a><\/p>\n I don\u2019t know if I go here for my kids or for my own enjoyment. Really you HAVE to see this place. Original & cool toys, clothes, books, and baby gifts are found here.<\/p>\n 1343 Greene\u00a0Avenue | (514) 939-2634 | www.oinkoink.com<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Trendy and hip, the owners of the boutique really have an eye for upcoming trends. I got a cool pair of floral jeans this season that make me giddy I love them so much.<\/p>\n 4910 Sherbrooke st. West | (514) 369-0700 | jamesboutique.com<\/a><\/p>\n The name says it all\u2026 pretty, very pretty ballerinas.<\/p>\n 392 Victoria Avenue | (514) 489-3030 | www.prettyballerinas.ca<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n If I am not working, I am in my Lululemon uniform. Oprah said it\u2026 their pants make the best tushies in the world, plus their sports tops are the most comfortable ever.<\/p>\n 1394 Greene Avenue | (514) 937-5151 | website<\/a><\/p>\n If you like good quality, tailored cuts and minimal anything, James Perse is your place. Great basics in neutral colors = wardrobe staples.<\/p>\n 4869 Rue Sherbrooke st. West | (514) 484-6163 | www.jamesperse.ca<\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/blog.damasketdentelle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/grubs1.jpg\" "\\"Grubs\\"")
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2- Chez Nick\u2019s<\/a><\/h3>\n
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4- Monkland Tavern<\/a><\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n7- Ben & Tournesol<\/a><\/h3>\n
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\nPhoto Credit: Vanessa Sicotte<\/p>\n8- Wilfrid & Adrienne<\/h3>\n
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\nPhoto Credit: Vanessa Sicotte<\/p>\n9- Le Living<\/a><\/h3>\n
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11- Carrier & Co<\/a><\/h3>\n
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18- Pretty Ballerina<\/a><\/h3>\n
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