Vitamin Daily

Just when we thought we knew our city like the back of our hand, someone comes along and knows it better.

Karen Kane’s passion for all things francais led her to create a series of unique trips across Montreal that will turn any local into a tantalized tourist. Montreal by Design’s personalized tours include vintage-and-resale shopping, visits to artists studios, and Babette’s Feast, a detailed exploration of little-known Plateau cafes, boutiques and bistros ($60). 

Not feeling the group vibe? Buy a self-guided itinerary ($14.95) of the city’s best chocolatiers or cheap eats organized by neighbourhood—perfect for when your in-laws are descending and you’ve just plain run out of ideas. 

For those who insist on jet setting, Kane also offers no-luxury-spared Paris by Design trips (from $3000). Paris? Pshaw! Don’t we already live in the best city in the world?

1-800-430-8770, www.montreal-by-design.com