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Saying Goodbye to Bazaar Anise

Todd Mundt — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 10:54:18 +0000

A while back, we noted the passing of Anise… and then the opening of its successor, Bazaar Anise.

Now, comes word that Bazaar Anise will close on July 13th, due to the owner’s health and a doctor’s recommendation, according to the Chowhound member.

We’re sad to discover that this will likely be the last incarnation of Anise.

Anise Returns

Todd Mundt — Sun, 13 May 2007 00:40:02 +0000

The news came in an email, followed by Chowhound – Racha Bassoul is to open BAZaAR Anise on May 17th! The new web site is up, and there’s a menu, too.

The food looks to be more casual than the first incarnation – beek, pork, veal, venison… and some delectable appetizers – grilled Lebanese sausages with pomegranate molasses and lamb samosas flavoured with seven spices, pine nuts and red pepper tapenade – among the selections. Good, earthy food, drawn from a range of influences.

As with the first Anise, the second will be one to watch!

BAZaAR Anise
104 rue Laurier Ouest
(514) 276-6999

Goodbye Anise

Todd Mundt — Sat, 03 Feb 2007 17:48:56 +0000

For the past two years, we’ve had Anise and Les Chevres on our list of restaurants to visit. Les Chevres was the first to close before we got there, and now we’re about to lose Anise, as well. Given the talent in both establishments, we’ll be paying close attention to what comes next.

Montreal 2007: Plans, Phase One

Todd Mundt — Fri, 29 Dec 2006 18:12:13 +0000

You know, it’s never too early to prove one’s obsession with a city. So, in the spirit of obsession, here’s our first pass at lunch and dinner plans for December 2007.

Dinner
Friday 12/21 – Holder???
Saturday 12/22 – Brunoise???
Sunday 12/23 – Anise???
Christmas Eve 12/24 – Gandhi
Christmas Night 12/25 – Niu Kee
Wednesday 12/26 – Au Pied du Cochon

Montreal Bagels
Tokyo Sushi on St. Paul

Lunch
Olive et Gourmando
Pho Bang New York
Au Petit Express
Cluny
Titanic

* One lunch plus one dinner in Chinatown