If you like Laura, Laura Petites, Laura Plus or Melanie Lyne lines of clothing, head over to the Mega Centre Cote Veutu where they are closing their clearance store by this Sunday and selling all of their clothing there for up to 90% off.

However, if you love these lines and like to spend less, there is a permanent liquidation location at 5700 rue De Boucherville (514-355-7864) which is along the service road to Place Versailles.

Closing Location: 3610 Boul. Cote-Vertu, VSL H4R 1P8
Hours: Regular
End of Closing Sale: May 4

In Tzanet’s new location, we finally have a huge organized spacious warehouse for all the serious cooks in foodie Montreal.

Whoever is looking for restaurant grade quality for cooking and baking should look no farther. It has always been a popular shopping destination for hotels and restaurants, so why not see for yourself and visit them? They even have a test kitchen to try out restaurant equipment like commercial models of fryers and grills.

Every cooking and baking need is met with name brands like Kitchen Aid, Cuisinart, Good Grips gadgets, a big selection of quality knives by Victorinox, a huge variety of dishes by Dudson from England, Arcopal from France and professional quality stainless steel pots and pans.

They sell Chicago Metallic Bakeware, a 100 year-old company which produces bakeware with a non-stick surface, which releases easily and clean-ups up effortlessly afterwards. It’s the preferred choice of bakers who understand quality and design, but who also want professional-grade durability. Bakers and cake and cupcake decorators will also love the 50 ft. wall of Wilton products.

Why not buy fast food trays or cutting boards in different colours to match any decor, 3′ pepper mills, tipped glass candy jars, call bells, oval stainless platters, cocktail shakers, oil table lamps, many sizes of pizza pans, strainers, whisks, a single serving teapot, booster seats or bamboo steamers? And if you need them, there’s a section of second-hand equipment like dishes, mixers, tables and chairs, etc.

Head out to Tzanet, a 37-year-old family business, to find something wonderful for cooking in your kitchen. Your tummy will thank you.

New Location: 1375 Louvain
corner: boul. l’Acadie
Tel: 514-383-0030
Hours: Mon-Fri 8-6, Sat 8-5
www.tzanet.ca

I bet you didn’t know that Maison Corbeil had a clearance center. It’s up in Laval and will be moving next Sunday so it’s a good time to buy there and help them clear it out (and save a few bucks) so they don’t have to move it.

It was 35 years ago when Raymond and Colette Corbeil opened their modern avant-garde home furniture store. Now the second generation is in charge.

If you love the look of their high-end furniture but cannot afford the price tags, you can head to this outlet store the 4 days a week it is open. It has some end-of-line items, stock changes and slightly damaged pieces at clearance prices.

Old closing location: 2583 Debray St.
corner: Autoroute 440
(new location, opening soon,: 2750 Francis-Hugues, Laval)
Tel: 450-978-4847
www.maisoncorbeil.com

Q: Je vois sur votre site que vous avez déjà parlé de “Designer’s Fashion Outlet” qui était situé au 5575 Royalmount. J’y allais régulièrement sauf les derniers mois. Ce matin, je viens de voir que le lieu est fermé. Savez-vous si l’endroit est complètement fermé ou s’il est déménagé, si c’est le cas, à quel endroit?

J’aimais beaucoup cet endroit que je fréquentais depuis des années pour m’habiller.

A: That’s the reason I keep writing new editions of my book, “Le Consommateur Averti Montreal”. I keep track of where all the stores moved and this one moved to: 5620 Ferrier. It’s a terrific place for men and women high end brands at rock bottom prices.

Those of you that shopped for years at Kovac’s Outlet on Henri Bourassa  will be happy to find out that they are still very much alive. This is sometimes the challenge for me.  A company closes and then I go on a treasure hunt to see if I can find them. Sometimes the trail goes cold and then suddenly – there they are again.

Their focus for  is geared towards large sample sales (Touche) in sizes medium  or 8 or 10 in a very large variety of styles. Expect to find tops, blouses, pants, skirts,jackets and sweaters. In addition to this, you can find  a large selection of  stock items that are available in petites, missy and plus sizes that are geared for a more mature woman.

I especially liked the idea that they are changing some of the pants for women who do not like zippers and prefer the comfort of stretch, but still look like a dress pant.

Location: 333 Chabanel, suite 508
Tel: 514-335-6869
Hours:  Sat 9:30-1, except holidays

O.K. Kids which sells a lot of kid’s lines in sizes 0-12 is having a warehouse sale. Three-piece sets start  at $5. There has to be some names you like amongst:  Minoti, Nannette, Les Deux Capitaines, petit lem, Respect, b.t. kids, Baby Rebels, Mini Bean, Gusti, Babaluno, Calin Caline, Tom et Kiddy, Genevieve Lapierre, Dirkje, Baby Grand, Chief Girl, Cradle Togs, Funky Diva.

Location: 200 Lebeau, Ville St-Laurent
corner: Gince
Tel: 514-332-KIDS (5437)
Dates: Until June 3rd
Hours: Mon -Wed 9-6, Thurs & Fri 9-8, Sat & Sun 9-5
www.okkids.com

Anjou Quebec had been open on Laurier St.  since 1953 as the go-to place for French charcouterie and butchering. They cooked delish prepared meals every week – things like duck, Roqufort beef, halibut with leek, veal liver Lyonnais, lamb Provencal, lobster bisque, quennelles, and my favorite: potatoes Dauphinois.

After a beautiful renovation and new ownership, the store mysteriously closed. It was supposed to move to Old Montreal and I  searched for it, to no avail.

Imagine my surprise when I found Nita Urech, the chef/owner on the Notre Dame St. antique strip. The concept is more catering now but there is take-out food too, a little bistro – and a party room. There’s a weekly menu with 3 entrees, 8 mains, 4 sides and 3 desserts. And yes, she still makes my potatoes Dauphinois. Yay!

Location: 1638 Notre-Dame
corner: Guy
Tel: 514-272-4065
anjou@bellnet.ca

For those of you who want to shop local or green, Jeans Jeans Jeans, the hugely popular jeans emporium has some cool new lines in its huge airy new location. If you want local or “green” jeans go for  Second Co, Lois, Silver, and for Fair Trade they stock Fidelity. There’s even organic jeans.

For the rest of you in this huge outlet they just love to help you find a pair that fits and that you like. In sizes up to 62, they have all the premium denims in brand names you’ve come to know along with tops, jackets and even some for kids. If you need them, there are $10 and $25 racks. As a special service, they will hem or alter them on the spot for free. Parking is also free in the #5455 or 5255  underground lots.

Location: 5575 Casgrain
corner: St Viateur
Phone: 514-279-3303
Hours: Mon-Wed 9:30-5, Thurs 9:30-9, Fri 9:30-6, Sat 9-4
www.jeansjeansjeans.ca

This has been the place in town for a wide selection of winter wear for children and teens, with  discounts of up to 40% on quality brand name snow-wear (Gusti, Innsbruck,  Deux par Deux, Louis Garneau, Conifère, Ripzone, Powder Room, Below Zero, Nano, Nuovo & Liquid Boardwear).  Adults can also buy winter outerwear including jackets, coats, ski-pants, snowboard suits and soft-shell jackets and pants. The brands names include  Liquid, Ripzone, O’Neil, Sun Ice, Misty Mountain, Killtech, Powder Room and Below Zero)

In addition to the winter suits, Brador  sells 100 % waterproof Kamik boots for children, winter hats, undergarments, thermal socks, neck warmers, balaclavas mittens and gloves.  Their knowledgeable sales staff will guide you through the different stylish brand names which provide winter warmth, resistance, functionality and comfort. Your children can enjoy an educational play area while you shop.

Brador was founded in 1977. Under the Lupa label, it was one of the first companies to manufacture and design cross country skiwear and outer jackets adapted to cold Canadian winter conditions. After more than 30 years , their reputation is based on the quality of their products and customer satisfaction.

They offer exclusive seasonal sales for their VIP customers.  Their early season promotion offers $20 worth of accessories on a regular priced suit AND they pay the taxes! Their after-sale service helps you out with broken zippers or fabric to replace a torn knee.

Brador Hiver customers  get the best of both worlds – personalized service and discounted prices which include after sale service. New this year, they are giving away gifts to your children with a minimum purchase of $50 in celebration of the Grand Opening of their new location.

Location: 350 Louvain ouest
corner: boul. St-Laurent
Phone: 514-381-8076
PreSale: Aug 6-Sept 30
Hours: Mon-Sat 9-5, Sun 10-4 (April-July Mon-Fri 8-4:30)
www.bradorhiver.com

Niche Decor and Mode had moved into new premises on St. Jacques near Greene Ave. This started out as  a household consignment shop where you could buy (or sell) nearly new and mint condition pieces of furniture and furnishings. It’s  cheerfully filled with great deals on good looking chairs, lamps, table linens, rugs and jewelry.

Now with the “Mode” in its name, it looks like you can dress yourselves and your home at the same time.
Tomorrow, Mar 24th, if you go visit between 3-7pm, you can join them for some wine and cheese. Bring friends.

3289 St-Jacques
corner: Greene
Date: Thurs, Mar 24