They’re pink, gorgeous, and probably the ultimate sign of spring. Whether they are cherry, crabapple or magnolia blossoms; streets, parks and gardens throughout the city transform, almost overnight, with these beauties. When all this is going on here in Montréal, it also means that we are still weeks away from the start of berry season and a seasonal snacking cake can look very much like an autumn cake (minus the spring blossom styling!). Lucky for us, we still have plenty of apples and parsnips from our last harvest.
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Author: annika
Annika Patel was born in India, raised in Canada, and now lives in the English countryside. She spent nearly two decades as an aerospace engineer before returning to her lifelong love of storytelling. She is the photographer and writer behind Conifères & Feuillus, a 2018 finalist for the IACP Digital Media Award, known for its contemplative photography and intimate, personal storytelling. Drawn to environmental and humanitarian themes, she writes about belonging, identity, and immigrant experiences.

