Valentine’s Day in Your Markets!

Whether you're celebrating Valentine's Day with your sweetheart, family, or friends, Montréal's public markets offer plenty of gourmet ideas to mark the occasion in your own special way. From appetizers to thoughtful gifts, the Jean-Talon, Atwater, and Maisonneuve markets are brimming with delicious products for a memorable Valentine's Day.  

Starters and appetizers to share with your partner, friends, or family

To get the evening off to a good start, opt for appetizers to share that set the tone. At Atwater Market, it would be crazy not to try the baskets of different kinds of nuts specially designed for Valentine's Day at Ave Greene. At Jean-Talon Market, the “Le Romantique” juice from Mangue & Melon is the perfect accompaniment to the early part of the evening, especially for children. At Maisonneuve Market, head to La Mer fish market for refreshing appetizers and a selection of oysters on special. 

The main course, at the heart of sharing!

Valentine's Day is also an opportunity to gather around generous and comforting dishes. At Jean-Talon Market, Chinese fondues and osso buco from Fermes Saint-Vincent invite young and old alike to share a hearty meal. Aqua Mare Poissonnerie offers a more refined experience with its shrimp, caviar, and oyster platters, to enjoy on site or take away, with a special promotion on caviar. More ideas await you at the Maisonneuve Market or the Atwater Market. Take a stroll and discover the special Valentine's Day menus at Terrines et Pâtés or exclusive promotions at Boucherie Saint-Vincent. Need inspiration with all that our markets have to offer? Check out the recipe section of our website to find the perfect dish. 

Cheese for a quick break before digging into dessert

At Atwater Market, Paradis du Fromage's heart-shaped cheese platters and Fromagerie Hamel's specialty cheeses are as appealing for their taste as they are for their presentation, with the latter also offering a contest for the occasion. Head straight to the market to find out more! Don't hesitate to stop by the cheese shop at Maisonneuve Market. The teas and spices from Épices de cru at Jean-Talon Market perfectly complement the meal and prepare your taste buds for dessert. 

Desserts for a sweet ending 

To end the evening on a sweet note, there are plenty of options. At Atwater Market, Cookie par Caro offers white chocolate raspberry heart cookies, perfect for the occasion. At Jean-Talon, Atwater, and Maisonneuve markets, Première Moisson's themed breads and chocolates are a must. At Jean-Talon Market, crêpes from Crêperie du Marché, rum babas and marzipan from Pâtisserie Wawel, a box of homemade butter and maple caramel chocolates from Ferme Lussier, and original ice creams from Havre-aux-Glaces are the perfect way to round off the meal. 

Gifts, flowers, and small gestures

Are you more into small gestures or lasting gifts? There is no shortage of gift ideas in the markets. Greeting cards from Librairie Gourmande and candles from En tout K allow you to personalize the celebration. Flowers, such as roses, tulips, and bouquets, are also in the spotlight on this day of love at Binette et Filles, Chez Daniel, at the Jean-Talon Market, and Chez Louisette, at the Atwater Market. You can also pre-order your bouquet at Comptoir Lavigne-Fleuriste de Quartier at the Maisonneuve Market until Friday, February 13 at noon and pick up your order directly at the market on the 13th or 14th—just in time to celebrate. 

On behalf of all of your merchants, happy Valentine’s Day!