Potatoes, Gravy, and Cheese, Please – Memories Through the Eyes of my City

Oh, poutine, beloved dish of Montreal,

A concoction of fries, gravy, and cheese curds,

Simple yet sublime, a comfort food for all.

From dive bars to high-end restaurants,

You can find it anywhere, anytime,

A true symbol of our city, our cultural zeitgeist.

Oh, how it warms the soul on a cold winter’s day,

Or satisfies late-night cravings after a night on the town,

A dish so unpretentious, yet so perfectly Canadian.

The cheese curds squeak between your teeth,

The gravy seeping into the crispy fries,

A perfect combination of texture and taste.

And though some may scoff at its humble origins,

We know that poutine is truly a national treasure,

A reminder of our heritage, our roots, our humble beginnings.

So let us celebrate this humble dish,

And pay tribute to the city that gave it birth,

For in Montreal, poutine reigns supreme,

A culinary masterpiece that will endure for generations to come.