Hello From Montreal - Part 12 - Dinner At Galianos And Celebrating Canada Day
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Hello From Montreal - Part 12: Dinner at Galianos and Celebrating Canada Day
Summary:
Date: July 1, 2006After a day filled with cycling adventures and a chat with Andr from a Roule, I decided to explore Montreal's Port area, alive with Canada Day celebrations. The festivities included performances by Canadian singers Kim Richardson and Sylvie Desgroseillers, delighting the crowd with Motown and R&B tunes.
Exploring the Celebrations
I wandered east to a lively family entertainment zone on an island in Bassin Bonsecours, where kids enjoyed inflatable slides and freestyle skiers performed aerial acrobatics. The place buzzed with excitement under the summer sun. I made my way up Place Jacques Cartier and down Rue des Amables, a charming pedestrian street lined with portrait artists and galleries, finally reaching my dinner destination: Galiano's.
Dining at Galiano's
Nestled in a 200-year-old building on a cobblestoned street in Old Montreal, Galiano's offers a cozy ambiance with two floors, a central open area, and a street-side patio. As an Italian food enthusiast, I eagerly anticipated a hearty meal after my eventful day. The area around the restaurant was bustling, filled with people in festive spirits ready to celebrate Canada Day.
By 6 PM, the lounge area of Galiano's still had a few seats available. This space, with tables and leather couches by the fireplace, provided a perfect spot to relax.
Meet the Owner: John Tsinas
I chatted briefly with John Tsinas, the owner, who is part of Montreal's Antonopoulos family, known for their hospitality ventures. John's brothers, Manny and Peter, work alongside him. Manny, known for his creativity, developed the lounge concept and some unique décor styles. They are planning a DJ balcony and a new wine cellar near the entrance.
John's vast experience in the hospitality industry spans from starting at age 14 to managing a food warehouse for McGill University and serving as a waiter in various restaurants. His hands-on approach and respect for his staff define his management style. Today, he was calling out kitchen orders and preparing them for the waiters.
Delightful Italian Cuisine
Galiano's is famed for its Italian cuisine made from scratch and generous portions. Signature dishes include Scaloppini alla Veronica, Antipasto Misto, Filetto Tre Sapori, homemade Lasagna, and Quattro Stagioni Pizza. John recommended the Calamari Fritti, which arrived perfectly cooked in just 10 minutes. Following that, I enjoyed the Galiano Salad, a hearty mix of salad with cold cuts and cheese?"truly living up to the promise of large portions!
As John returned to his duties, the restaurant became increasingly busy, with a line stretching down the street. Galiano's is clearly a popular spot in Old Montreal.
Wrapping Up the Day
Dining at Galiano's was a delightful prelude to the evening's adventures, which included official Canada Day celebrations and a major concert in the Old Port of Montreal.
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