THE FUSE

Montreal is no stranger to Brutalist architecture. The iconic utopian housing complex that overlooks the St Lawrence River (Habitat 67 by Moshe Safdie for Expo 67) is just one of many, albeit the most famous. During the 6 years that I lived in the city, my time was marked by raw, unfinished concrete—from Concordia University’s Hall Building to Place Bonaventure Metro station, and many others. In fact, much of the architectural landscape of the city bears the weight of its brutalist forefathers. It’s in this context that Montreal-based culinary studio Menu Extra crafted a gastronomic experience rooted in brutalism, local flavours and immersive design.