Jean Talon Market & Little Italy Food Tour with 8 Local Tastings
Description
On our 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.
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Jean-Talon Market is an established open-air farmer's market with many vendors selling produce, meats, cheeses, fish & baked goods. It is the largest market in Montreal and one of the largest open-air markets in North America.
A historic fire station originally constructed in the early 20th century that served as a key part of Montreal’s fire protection services. The building itself is an architectural gem, with its distinctive red brick façade and classic design reflecting the civic pride of the time.
Little Italy is a charming residential neighborhood in the middle of Montreal full of old-school cafes, pizzerias, Italian grocery stores and traditional bakeries. Its roots can be traced back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when waves of Italian immigrants arrived in Montreal and settled in the area.
Bustling, long-running Italian grocery stocking cheese, meat & bread, plus prepared food. A true historical institution of the metropolis, Fruiterie Milano has been serving Montrealers and attracting tourists for over 60 years.
The former church of Saint-Jean-de-la-Croix, Montréal, built 1910-1927, was partially demolished in 2003 and replaced by an apartment building with similar volume, by architect Alphonse Gratton.
Parc de la Petite-Italie is a park for relaxing, taking in the natural scenery or enjoying outdoor activities. Inaugurated on June 26, 1963, this space quickly became the heart of Petite Italie. It symbolizes the contribution of Canada's largest Italian community to the development and wealth of Montreal.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Menu is subject to change due to the seasonal nature of the Jean-Talon Market
- Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
Reviews(142)
Eric was amazing and all the food was delicious. He is so knowledgeable and personable. He has a great smile! The tour was outside the “typical” Montreal food tour with bagels and pontine. But that’s why I picked it. I would highly recommend it! The walk wasn’t treacherous, and while walking Eric added in history facts about Montreal.
Thank you for joining us! We hope the tour offered more than a series of food stops and gave you a better understanding of the neighborhood and its character. It was a pleasure having you with Secret Food Tours.
Had a great tour of Little Italy and the farmer’s market. Our guide, Eric, was made for this job! Very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and incredibly friendly. One of the highlights of our visit to Montreal, for sure.
Your feedback is greatly appreciated. It is always valuable to hear how guests experienced the tour after spending the day with our team. We’re glad Secret Food Tours was part of your time here!
This was an incredible and memorable experience. Donna-Lynn led our tour with tremendous professionalism, warmth, genuine friendliness and expertise. The tastings gave a great culinary and cultural introduction to this vibrant area of Montréal, and provided good value for money. Donna-Lynn had great local expertise and facilitated a wonderful atmosphere among the participants in our small group. Having enjoyed a previous tour by the same company last summer, we couldn’t recommend these experiences highly enough and commend all the exceptional tour leaders like Donna-Lynn for making these tours exceptional five star experiences!
Thank you for spending some of your time with us! We hope the tour gave you a few good stories, some memorable flavors, and a different look at the city. It was a pleasure having you with Secret Food Tours.
I thoroughly enjoyed this tour from start to finish! Our tour guide, Donna-Lynn, was absolutely wonderful. She was incredibly knowledgeable about the local history and food, while also making sure the tour flowed smoothly and at a relaxed, enjoyable pace. Her warmth and expertise made the entire experience even better. I highly recommend this tour—and especially Donna-Lynn—to anyone looking for a memorable experience!
We appreciated the chance to show you around. We hope you enjoyed the places we selected and the stories that came with them. It was a pleasure having you with Secret Food Tours!
Simón was great. Very knowledgeable and informative. Food was good and filling. The walk was very doable, nothing too long or hot and we went in August.
We’re glad you spent some of your time with us. There’s a lot more to a city than its headline attractions, and we hope Secret Food Tours helped you find some of it. Thanks for coming along!
Simon was like an old friend showing us around his home town. Fantastic food on top of that made it our favorite experience in Montreal. And it was indeed a lot of food. And a great variety.
Thank you for coming along with us! We hope the food and the places in between gave you a better feel for the city. We’re happy Secret Food Tours could be part of your time here.
Jean-Talon Market is a vibrant celebration of fresh produce, local flavours, and Montreal’s food culture. Walking through the colourful stalls filled with fruits, vegetables, cheeses, spices, and local specialties is a wonderful experience. The energy, aromas, and variety make it a must-visit destination for food lovers. A perfect place to explore, taste, and enjoy the true spirit of Montreal.
Welcoming guests into our city is a responsibility we genuinely value. Thank you for placing your trust in Secret Food Tours and until next time!
We're in Montreal for just the weekend. This was a fabulous activity to give us a mix of history, culture and, of course, FOOD! Good sized and delicious samples. Our tour guide, Eric, was full of fun facts. Highly recommend!
Thank you for being our guest! We know your time is valuable, so we're delighted you chose to spend part of it with us. We hope to welcome you back to Secret Food Tours.
Our guide Youlia was delightful. We had a beautiful day and the food and fellowship were very nice. Highly recommend!
It was wonderful to have you with us! We're glad you took the time to share your experience, and we'd love to see you again with Secret Food Tours.
Eric shared history and insights and kept a good pace between tastings. We had a great time.
We truly appreciate hearing from you. It's always encouraging when guests take the time to share such thoughtful reflections on their experience with us. We look forward to seeing you again with Secret Food Tours!
