Savor 'a Taste Of Montreal' App From Editors Of National Geographic Traveler Magazine
Food is the key to unlocking Montreal's rich history and culture with "A Taste of Montreal" (http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/a-taste-of-montreal/id526949604), a free app from the editors of National Geographic Traveler magazine. "A Taste of Montreal" explores the diverse flavors, savory foods and iconic dishes that make the Canadian city a world-class culinary destination.
Montreal's foodways come to life through great storytelling, stunning photography, video, 360-degree panoramic views and insider tips. Optimized for the new iPad, the photos will have you wishing you could lick the plate right off your screen. From top restaurants to local lunch counters, you'll discover the essence of Montr�al. The app is organized into five sections: restaurants; markets; hangouts; iconic food; and "My Montreal," featuring expert tips from locals on their favorite city experiences.
Recipes from Montreal's top chefs let you sample the flavor of Montreal in your own home. "Iron Chef America" winner Chuck Hughes shares his clever, no-beef take on surf and turf with his recipe for potatoes with lobster, while chef Carlos Ferreira of F Bar and Ferreira Cafe tantalizes with his stilton cake with blueberries and port dessert recipe. In keeping with National Geographic's reputation for great images, the app also features breathtaking photo galleries that give viewers a peek into Montreal's many hidden gems.
National Geographic:
Heather Wyatt, (917) 952-8679, ngtraveler@hwyattpr.com;
Stephanie Montgomery, (202) 641-5101, smontgom@ngs.org
Tourisme Montreal:
Catherine Morellon, (514) 844-3840, morellon.catherine@tourisme-montreal.org