Guided Tour and Tastings at Jean-Talon Market with a Food Writer




Explore Jean-Talon Market with local expert Mayssam. Savor tastings of local delights and learn the history of the market and Montreal's vibrant culinary scene in this 2-hour tour.
Experience Details
Enjoy a private and authentic market tour with host Mayssam.
Mayssam was born and raised in Lebanon, lived in New York City before finally settling in Montreal – her home for about 25 years now. In a few previous lives, she worked as an interior designer, a graphic artist and have even dabbled in catering. However in 2010, she reconnected with her true passions: food and travel, and has been a food and travel writer and blogger since.
- Private Jean Talon market tour tour with a local food writer
- Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of Jean-Talon market, Montréal's largest farmers market
- Discover local produce while you eat your way through the Jean Talon market
- Get insight on the market's, the neighborhood's history and Montreal's food scene
- Enjoy 6-7 tastings, that may include pastries, seasonal produce, local cheese, ice cider (alcoholic), smoked fish, dessert, etc.
Sample Menu
What You Get
Good To Know
- If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or preferences please advise at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Menu may vary depending on the season
- Private, personalized experience
What You’ll Experience
Meeting & Pickup
La Librairie Gourmande, Avenue Henri-Julien, Montréal Montréal Québec, Canada, CA, H2R 1T1
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Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Turns out it was only our group if 5 so essentially a private tour. Anyone who goes on a tour with Mayssam as a guide will be lucky. She knows the vendors at the market and it is clear they like he...read more
We had the most wonderful afternoon with Nohad and her family at their beautiful house. We were welcomed into their living room with some delicious appetizers and drinks. Then we went out to their ...read more
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