Jean-Talon Market, Farmers' market in Little Italy, Montreal, Canada
Jean-Talon Market is a farmers' market in Little Italy that spans multiple streets with hundreds of vendors selling fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and regional specialties from Quebec. The site includes underground parking, specialty shops, and car-free shopping zones on summer weekends.
The market opened in 1933 on the grounds of a former lacrosse field, becoming a central commercial hub for Montreal residents and regional producers. The central building, called 'the chalet', served as a bus terminal to nearby Laval between 1961 and 1970.
The market reflects Montreal's cultural diversity, with vendors from different communities selling products that shape the city's food traditions. The ingredients and goods here tell stories of the many backgrounds that make up the neighborhood.
The market is accessible from multiple entrances and offers plenty of parking for visitors driving to the site. Summer weekends provide the most relaxed shopping experience when vehicles are kept out of main areas.
The site was once home to the Shamrock Lacrosse Grounds where local teams played before it became a marketplace. This history is often overlooked, yet it shows how the neighborhood transformed from a sports venue into a commercial gathering place.
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