Island Illusions
Close your eyes, picture the beach, you lying on the warm sand, sun shining in your eyes and a delicious tropical cocktail in your hand. “Aruba, Jamaica ouhhh I wanna take you to Bermuda, Bahama, come on…” That’s the feeling you get at Tango… a taste of the exotic right here in Laval.
Your mouth will be watering just by reading the menu. The names of their dishes, healthy French crepes and cocktails are those of the most beautiful islands and beaches of the world: Mykonos, Cayo Blanco, Aruba, and so on. Their menu includes salads, salty and sweet crepes, cocktails, delicious fruit plates, gelatos, hot drinks, cold drinks and alcoholic drinks. The prices are affordable too.
The decor is very modern with a hint of the Carribean: orange colored walls giving the illusion of a sunset, bamboo covered sections, palm trees, and comfortable sofas with flat screens in the lounge areas.
In the summer, take advantage of the heat on their terrace under Hawaiian tiki umbrellas and enjoy your shisha. Did I mention they have shisha? (Only available on the terrace).
There’s more! Music playing all day long: lounge music during the day and house music at night. Plus, it’s 18 and over! We don’t have to drive to the W downtown to enjoy a lounge anymore. 
Events
- To continue with the Caribbean fever, every first Thursday of every month, you can enjoy the Cuban sounds of Ritmo Caribeño (yes! a live band) and dance the night away. Also enjoy the two for one special on all mixes and beers from 5 pm to 8pm.
- HOCKEY night just got better! Watch the game on their 200” big sreen tv. Three for two special on mixes and beer during the whole game (make sure you go early!)
Flaws
Ya, so I’ve heard it too that the service tends to be a little slow, but EVERYTHING is made fresh the moment you order it. Can you blame them?
Whether you want to take a date, impress co-workers, or just hang out with friends, for a light healthy lunch, mouthwatering desserts, or just to grab a drink, Tango is the place to go.
If all this did not convince you, check out their website www.tangococktails.com and TRY IT OUT FOR YOURSELF!You can also look for Tango cocktails on facebook.
205 chemin Promenade Centropolis, Laval, Qc H7T 0B3
(450) 688-6588
Juliette et Chocolat: Chocolate Paradise
Attention all chocolate lovers… paradise is right here in Montreal!
Picture this: a hot chocolate brownie topped with a scoop of delicious vanilla ice cream covered with melted chocolate. How about a big crepe filled with fresh fruits and a lot of chocolate topped with a scoop of ice cream? From chocolate fondue to delicious salads or meal crepes, whether you are going for lunch or for dessert, Juliette et Chocolat will leave you coming back for more…
Should I continue? White chocolate, dark chocolate, milk chocolate, sweet, semi-sweet or bitter, something for everyone’s taste. You want hot chocolate, you’ve got choice. In the mood for a drink? How about a Choco-Mojito? THEY HAVE IT ALL!
During my last visit I had the fruit bowl: vanilla ice cream, strawberries, bananas, pears, topped with whipped cream and meeeeeeeelted chocolate… Portion was huge and the presentation mouthwatering; though I couldn’t finish it, I didn’t want to give it away!!
A very cozy space with very friendly staff. I love the big bright red chef hats they all wear. As you step inside, the smell of chocolate is so strong that it makes you want to jump over the counter to satisfy your craving (I knew writing this article was a bad idea… I NEED Juliette et Chocolat!!!)
The ingredients and chocolate they use come from all around the world.
To keep up with the growing number of fans, Juliette has two locations, one on St-Denis and one on Laurier.
But don’t take my word for it… try it out for yourself!
Check out their website for pictures and for more information www.julietteetchocolat.com .
Montrealers With Curry Fury
After eating a “curry’licious” meal at Devi (a great Indian restaurant on Crescent) a couple of weeks ago, I keep craving curry. I can’t help but put it on any meal I eat right now. I love this stuff!
At first I thought I just liked the taste, but this didn’t really explain why I liked it on almost anything. So I did what any normal person would do at this point… I Google’d it.
Sure enough, this little powder of joy is freaking addictive to some people. Who would’ve thought!
Numerous studies have shown that curry awakens, incites and stimulates the senses, by releasing endorphins. A meal with curry increases our heartbeat by an extra 3 beats. A number of studies even reported that it provides a “natural high”.
As mentioned, although some researchers claim that curry is addictive, others claim that the use of the word “addictive” may be too excessive.
Addictive or not, there are some major health benefits to curry. In fact, turmeric (the yellow spice that gives curry its yellowness) may:
- be used as an antiseptic to treat skin for cuts, burns and skin damage (commonly done in India)
- stimulate immune system cells
- prevent Alzheimer’s symptoms
- prevent colon cancer
So get on the curry bandwagon: try it on your next bowl of rice or chicken wings or even steak… all the cool kids are doing it!
For delicious curry recipes: http://www.curry-recipes.info/
Restaurants which serve curry’licious food:
- Karma in West Island: www.restaurantkarma.com
- Devi on Crescent street: www.devimontreal.com
- Le Taj on Stanley: www.restaurantletaj.com
- Taste of India in Westmount: www.tasteofindiarestaurant.com
- Chef Akbar on boul. Pierrefonds corner Jacques-Bizard in West Island