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Summer unfolds on the SAT Rooftop

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On the SAT Rooftop and at the Buvette, food and music come together in relaxed, festive settings. In the summer, the rooftop transforms into a pop-up urban open-air café, featuring daytime parties, DJ sets, and farmers’ markets. It’s a lively space where people come to eat, drink, and socialize until sunset.

ROOFTOP PARTY

The SAT is celebrating the opening of its third-floor terrace with a Rooftop Party, presented by cozey, which kicks off the summer season while marking the SAT’s 30th anniversary. Designed in the style of a traditional open-air café, the SAT’s Buvette du Toit transforms into a festive open-air destination. From 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., come enjoy the view, share dishes created by the chef Catherine Lépine-Lafrance, discover the new cocktail menu, and get into the groove with non-stop DJ sets. Beer tastings by WILLS and Bière Sans Alcool, wine tastings by Symbiose, and cocktail presentations by Patricia Jeanson. Free - RSVP to secure your spot; limited capacity
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POP-UP TERRACE

The SAT’s 3rd floor terrace opens at the end of May for the summer season. Designed in a relaxed guinguette style, it welcomes guests without reservations, Tuesday to Friday from 5 PM to 10 PM. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy the warmer days with a fresh, shareable menu created by the chef Catherine Lépine-Lafrance, a curated wine list, and a selection of summer cocktails. A laid-back, convivial space to grab a drink, eat, and unwind at the end of the day.

LA VIE, LA MORT, LE DESSERT

An immersive five-course culinary experience that transports guests into a romantic, theatrical, and enchanting world. Designed as a journey through the cycle of nature, Life, Death, Dessert is a unique evening that combines fine dining, artistic performance, and immersive scenography in the dome. Guests are invited to follow a five-part narrative, from the theatrical aperitivo to the wild dessert, including the trou normand—each course evoking the cycles of life, death, and rebirth. November 5 to 15 on the 3rd floor of the SAT
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An inspiring space, a tailor-made event

THE SPACE

Nestled on the third floor of the SAT, Pavillon occupies the former premises of the Culinary Lab. Its decor has been revamped to create a warm and intimate atmosphere, while the terrace offers spectacular views of downtown. A long U-shaped bar, banquettes, and hanging light fixtures create a cozy ambiance, with a dedicated DJ area adding a lively vibe.
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YOUR EVENTS

Your events take on a whole new dimension. Treat your teams, partners, or clients to a unique setting in the heart of downtown Montreal. Cocktail parties, festive dinners, launches, conferences, or end-of-year celebrations: the Pavillon can be privatized and adapted to your needs.
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William Houde

THE MISSION

Unlike the traditional Montreal model of chef-owner, the SAT's gastronomic space is based on a non-profit association model, integrated into the heart of a cultural institution—a rare concept in Montreal. This structure allows the SAT to extend its event mission through a varied culinary program: pop-ups, interactive gastronomic experiences, four-handed dinners, and DJ performances. The revenue generated is reinvested in the non-profit organization, supporting artists, researchers, and the SAT's activities.
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Raphaël Thibodeau
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Audrey-Eve Beauchamp
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Audrey-Eve Beauchamp
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Alex Dozois
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Vivien Gaumand

Upcoming events

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