About

Your destination for culinary inspiration, quality kitchenware, and unique gift ideas. Discover one of Canada's largest selections of cookbooks and gastronomy books, as well as a range of special gift items. Unleash your creativity in the kitchen with us!

Librairie Gourmande, located in the heart of Montreal's Jean-Talon Market, is an independent bookstore specializing in food and gastronomy. Since 2004, we have offered over 1,000 titles in French and English, covering all aspects of cooking: from haute cuisine to cocktails, including pastry and international culinary traditions. As the only French and English bookstore of its kind in North America, we are an essential resource for food enthusiasts.

Beyond books, we offer a beautiful selection of kitchenware and gift items for all budgets, whether you're a beginner or an expert. Tell us about your specific needs; we love helping you find that perfect item!

Are you in the restaurant industry? We'd be happy to find the rarest and most specialized titles for you and offer you a small discount! Just mention it to our team!

More than just a bookstore, it's a warm meeting place for all food lovers.