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Holiday lights appearing around the neighborhood as we inch into December.

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Seasonal transition in Parc Lafontaine.

Au Jardin Botanique ~ Fall 2010

An autumn evening stroll through the outdoor gardens of the Jardin Botanique. Each autumn (generally from mid-September through the end of October) they feature The Magic of Lanterns show at the Chinese Garden. The lanterns are a riot of color and reflection, with a different theme each year. A great place to take kids, though adults who crave a more peaceful wander should plan on going on a weekday evening, since the weekend crowds can get overwhelming. (Only so many strollers fit down those narrow pathways.) If you missed this year's lantern show, mark your calendar for next fall. Meanwhile, there is always something to enjoy in Montréal's botanical gardens year-round.

Menu du Jour ~ La Panthère Verte

If you have a craving for "Golden balls," La Panthère Verte/The Green Panther is the place to get them. And you can be reassured that their balls are fresh and organic. So what are their Golden balls exactly? Well, as their menu puts it: Yemen style falafel balls juggled into a pita bread accompanied with crunchy salad and covered with tahini sauce. Unlike so many falafel balls, which can be as light as lead, these balls are bright and airy. What makes the sandwich great, however, is the cushiony-soft pita pockets and the tangy salad into which the crunchy balls are nestled, the vegetables dressed just right so that they complement the falafel without overwhelming it. I tried one of their other sandwiches but came back for the balls. The last time I was there, I also got a flavorful bowl of pea soup, warming on a chilly day. According to their website, they've also just opened a brother restaurant downtown on Mackay if Mile End is out of your way.

La Panthère Verte

66 rue St-Viateur Ouest

(514)903-7770

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Sunset light on the tree tops and Stade from the Jardin Botanique ponds, Autumn, 2010.

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Autumn in Parc Lafontaine, before the leaves fell and the water disappeared till spring.

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Autumn in the city, 2010.

Wall Philosopher du Jour

I heart my ruelle, too.

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Porte du Plateau, early summer, 2009.