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And God Created Women…

Written by Dr. Nitelife

Was there ever a better name for an event? The “ET DIEU CRÉA LA FEMME” party, or “And God Created Women,” will be taking place at Ivy Nightclub on Friday, April 29. Doors open at 10:00pm and wrap up in the wee hours of the morning at 3:00am. They’ll have live body painting and a wide range of music, from Top 40 to R&B and house, with three great DJs spinning – DJ Yao, DJ Advocate and DJ Poum (the official Spanishfly DJ). Ivy Nightclub is always a popular hotspot given it’s located right along St. Laurent Street, but the club is promising no line-ups. If you’re going to be in town for this great women-friendly party, then call Montreal Nitelife to get you a table in the VIP section, bottle service, and more.

Posted April 25th, 2011 in Montreal Nitelife Travel, Night Clubs, Nightlife | No Responses »

Top 5 Hangover Cures

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So you had an amazing bachelor party, one-of-a-kind, unforgettable… and now you can’t shake your beast of a hangover. Been there, done that!

There are a lot of myths and old wives’ tales about the best ways to kick a post-bachelor party hangover but many of them don’t work. Always looking out for our clients (and readers), we compiled the top 5 hangover cures to get you feeling back to normal in no time.

- WATER!! After a night of heavy drinking your body is severely dehydrated (hence that awful pasty feeling in your mouth), so replenish fluids by drinking lots of water. Forget sports drinks like Gatorade – while made with electrolytes, which help to aid in dehydration, they’re also packed with sugar, which won’t be of any help the morning-after.

If you really want to speed up the healing process, find some PediaSure – yep, it’s that drink you give babies when they’re sick and need to get hydrated quickly. It’s got the electrolytes you need without the added sweeteners… just make sure your mates don’t catch you drinking from the plastic bottle with the teddy bear on it.

- Fruit. Eat an apple or a banana and curb the queasiness. Your empty stomach should feel better with solid foods in it, and the vitamins from the fruit will help with curing that hangover. And potassium-rich foods like bananas will also help speed up the process.

- Toast or bread. Don’t load it up with butter and preserves – have a piece or two of dry toast to help soak up all that alcohol from the night before. Again, your stomach will stop churning so much once you put something other than vodka in it.

- Eggs. Discovery Health recommends eating eggs. Eating eggs the morning after will give you energy but they also contain substantial amounts of cysteine, the substance that breaks down the hangover-causing toxin acetaldehyde in the liver’s easily depleted glutathione. Therefore, eggs can potentially help mop up the left-over toxins.

- Sleep. If you’ve been up all night you’ll never give your body time to rest after trying to process all that booze. You need a long nap. Put head to pillow and let your body do what it’s gotta do to get you over the binge drinking.

Posted April 21st, 2011 in Bachelor Party, Bachelorette Party, Nightlife | No Responses »

Easter Weekend Is Hoppin’!

Written by Dr. Nitelife

You may be spending your days this weekend hunting for eggs and Easter bunny tracks, but the evenings will be jam-packed with great events at some of Montreal’s best venues. There’s a lot going on so pay attention…

On Thursday night, start off the Easter weekend festivities right by checking out the retro dinner and after-party Buanonotte is hosting. With DJs Quest, Groove and Mahesh, you’re guaranteed top-notch cuisine, endless flow of drinks and fantastic music. Also on Thursday is the Archie Party at Abreuvoir Bar et Terrasse complete with Betty and Veronica, and GoGo Lounge on The Main is holding a TGIT party – Thank God It’s Thursday.

Good Friday is good when you have so many parties to choose from – Big Moe and DJ Stevie V are back again for their annual Easter weekend party at Moomba Restaurant and Club, or you could go to Macaroni Bar for a “Family Comes First” event, where Special K , Pat Boogie & Avi will be on the set to make sure you don’t stop partying until things wrap up the next morning at 3am.

If you’ll be in Laval on Saturday night then check out GYPTIAN live at Redlite Afterhours, where he’ll be performing his #1 hit Hold Yuh in the hip-hop room while Mikel Curcio will be performing live in the house room. In Joliette Saturday? Then don’t miss Sterling Supperclub’s “Emergency 9-11″ night. And downtown at Club UN Steve Bear Sas will be spinning.

Sunday you can recover by spending time with the fam, but get ready for another busy evening – it’s time for the highly-anticipated Bal en Blanc 2011 at the Palais des Congres. Other exciting parties include Lazy Rich and Digital Girl at Ivy Nightclub and a “Night At The Playboy Mansion” at Pure Nightclub.

If you’re going to be in town this Easter weekend and are looking for the best Montreal nightlife venues, then contact us.

Posted April 20th, 2011 in Night Clubs, Restaurants, Supperclubs | No Responses »

Wild Weekend In Review

Written by Dr. Nitelife

Where were you this weekend? If you weren’t at one of these incredible parties then you missed out!

Friday night STEAMRADIO joined DJ Miss Shelton at Pure Nightclub, and Keshia Chante performed with DJ Special K and Donald Lauture at Club Lamouche. These two events were just the start of an amazing weekend in Montreal.

Then on Saturday, Tracy Nova was at Tonic Club Lounge while ONYX played Le Cabaret Du Mile End in a show that blew the roof off of the place! The Chalet Nightclub Brossard on the South Shore had a Queen of the Night evening with great deals on drinks and DJ Theo keeping the music going till the wee hours of the morning. And Ivy Nightclub on Saint Laurent hosted DJ Stevie V’s exclusive “S.I.C.K” album release party, a celebration of the latest chapter in this illustrious DJ’s career. If that weren’t enough, Club U.N. featured Victor Simonelli and Michel Terzian.

If you missed any of these events, make sure to get in touch with Montreal Nitelife to get into the next big weekend of parties during your trip to our awesome city.

Posted April 19th, 2011 in Bachelor Party, Montreal Nitelife Travel, Night Clubs | No Responses »

Balance Requests From The Groom And Attendees

Written by Dr. Nitelife

Bachelor parties should be fun for everyone, from the man of the hour right down to the guests. But to balance requests from the groom and attendees can a tricky task – surely you want the groom-to-be to have an unforgettable evening but you also want the rest of the party to have a great time too. So how do you please everyone?

Ultimately, the most important person to keep in mind is the groom – if he’s not a fan of Italian cuisine then don’t book dinner in Little Italy. However, if you plan an itinerary for the bachelor party that includes a wide range of activities, you’re sure to find something for everyone.

Working with a professional bachelor party-planning company like Montreal Nitelife is probably the easiest route to go because we’re the experts – we know every venue, sport, and restaurant in the city, so we can take all of the guesswork out of your trip. Visit our TripBuilder and click through the various tabs – you’ll see that there are an endless combination of activities that we can set up for your group, from an afternoon of paintball to an evening of exciting adult entertainment (and everything in-between).

In order to better balance requests from the groom and attendees, talk it over with the man of the hour as well as the other groomsmen. You want to get feedback from some of the guests, but if you get too many people involved in the planning process you’ll find it overwhelming, so stick to advice from the core group of guys who are going on the trip.

Finally, keep the plans flexible so that if some of the attendees don’t want to participate in something, they can opt out – if you plan a variety of different kinds of activities, everyone will be able to find something they want to do and can therefore they can all be a part of the festivities.

Posted April 18th, 2011 in Bachelor Party, Montreal Nitelife Travel, Nightlife | No Responses »

Radio Lounge Celebrates Anniversary Tonight

Written by Dr. Nitelife

Radio Lounge, the popular club located in the heart of The Main, is ringing in their anniversary tonight with a big bash – it’s their 7th birthday and the party is being sponsored by some Montreal biggies, including the W Hotel, Otto Restaurant and Bar, Smirnoff, Lucky7 and more. Put on your best duds and join one of the city’s most beloved clubs in celebrating this milestone.

If you’re going to be in town tonight, then you don’t want to miss out on the festivities. If it isn’t already on your itinerary, call Montreal Nitelife to get into this exclusive party.

Posted April 18th, 2011 in Night Clubs, Nightlife, Restaurants | No Responses »

Pinq Taco – Montreal’s Best Tequila Bar

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Nestled amongst the supperclubs on St. Laurent Street is Pinq Taco, the city’s best tequila bar. With a contemporary inviting ambiance and a dizzying array of tequila (as well as other beers and boozes), locals as well as out-of-towners always frequent this busy hotspot. Pinq Taco hosts special cinq-a-septs every Thursday evening and have a menu in evenings for dinner. And, while hockey playoffs are in full swing, check out this fantastic venue for great deals on drinks, like their Playoff Bucket – four Coronas and four shots of tequila for $30 and ladies drinks free till 9pm.

Walk-ins are always welcome but they do take reservations as well (call Montreal Nitelife if you’d like to add Pinq Taco to your trip itinerary).

Posted April 15th, 2011 in Bars, Nightlife, Restaurants | 2 Responses »

Supperclubs In Montreal – The Best Of

Written by Dr. Nitelife

The supperclub is really the best of both worlds – it’s a restaurant with terrific meals but they also play fantastic tunes to give it more of a nightclub feel. Montreal is notorious for its eclectic array of posh supperclubs, which are each known for different things such as their food, atmosphere and varying price points. These unique venues vary in taste and crowd, but they all have something incredible to offer. So here are a few supperclubs in Montreal with a quick list of what they’re known for.

Buonanotte: Best Atmosphere

This supperclub on The Main is always busy, so you’ll need reservations (Montreal Nitelife can take care of that for you). The decor is contemporary, the staff are top-notch, and the people who hang out there are sophisticated. Buonanotte has an award-winning wine cellar, authentic Italian fare, and so much more – it’s a venue that shouldn’t be missed.

Globe: Best Food

Another St. Laurent Street gem, Globe has been a downtown fixture since they first opened their doors in 1993. Chef Francois Nadon created a menu with contemporary cuisine that is inspired by high-quality ingredients and techniques that aim at emphasizing them. Start with their Tasmanian trout tartar appetizer followed by a main course of lobster risotto, Spanish chorizo, fennel, and lemon zest, and finish things off with scotch & whiskey pannacotta, caramelized peanuts, and banana and cherry sorbet.

Cafeteria: Best Value

Eating at a supperclub doesn’t mean you have to spend a fortune (although you can, as you’ll see later on) – Cafeteria is a restaurant and lounge where you’ll get the best bang for your buck. They make a wicked breakfast but their dinners are also delicious, and everything is very reasonably priced, especially given the popularity of this venue – all of their main courses are under $30 and the portions are great, so you have no reason not to experience a supperclub like this.

Cavalli: Money Should Be No Object

Everyone deserves one of “those” evenings where you blow a wad of cash and completely over-indulge yourself – if this is your thinking then hit up Cavalli. Located in the heart of downtown on Peel Street, Cavalli is all about sophistication, glamour, and glitz. They offer lunch, dinner, and private dining, and even with the higher price tag, it’s totally worth it.

Kabana: Off Island But Still Popular

The latest supperclub to hit the radar, Kabana on the South Shore of Montreal has only been open a short time but it’s already jam-packed every night of the week. Sample their various Italian dishes, all created in-house with the freshest of seasonal ingredients, enjoy their great entertainment and ample parking, and schmooze with the beautiful women on their outdoor terrace.

Photo courtesy of Globe – Charles-Henri Debeur

Posted April 14th, 2011 in Montreal Nitelife Travel, Nightlife, Supperclubs | No Responses »

ONYX, Freaks & More This Weekend!

Written by Dr. Nitelife

Clear your schedule from Thursday till Sunday – we have your agenda already planned for you.

On Thursday, Pure Nightclub is holding a Circus Freak theme night, complete with DJ King Louis, DJ Spin, and more, along with a freak show and various other live performances. Then on Friday night at this pumping venue, check out STEAMRADIO and DJ Miss Shelton.

Saturday Tonic Club Lounge is hosting an evening that’s sure to be a great one with Tracy Nova. And, in a highly-anticipated event, ONYX will be playing at Cabaret du Mile End with PXC, Krazy K, Murderface, and a number of other talented rap and hip-hop artists – the show starts at 9:30pm.

Photo courtesy of escapemtl.ca

Posted April 13th, 2011 in Concerts, Night Clubs, Nightlife | No Responses »

A Weekend With Wristpect, Boxing, And More!

Written by Dr. Nitelife

We told you about the amazing party at Tonic Club Lounge with Wristpect and Sir Lancealot this past Saturday night, but there were also great nights held at Pure Nightclub with Shawn Desman performing, Bar Octobre, and Club U.N. with Therapy, Jojoflores & Michel Tardif.

And the Bell Centre was pumping when Cote beat Starnes at Ringside 10 – after parties were held at various venues.

The parties didn’t stop there – on Sunday, Senorita celebrated their two-year anniversary with DJ Realism at Tonic Club Lounge as well.

Did you miss out on the festivities during your trip to Montreal? Stuck in line-ups or waiting endlessly at the busy bar for drinks? Call Montreal Nitelife Tours and we can set everything up for you.

Photo courtesy of evenko.ca

Posted April 12th, 2011 in Montreal Nitelife Travel, Night Clubs, Nightlife | No Responses »