A 40-year-old man found dead while walking his dog in Victoria has been remembered as a loving husband and father who was expecting his third child.
Paul Grapsas left to walk his dog near his home on Western Beach Road in Geelong at about 11pm on Thursday.
His wife, Jessica, woke about 4am on Friday and found the dog at home but her husband hadn’t returned.
She went outside to have a look around and found her husband dead, suffering head injuries, next to his car on nearby Malone Street.
Police said the exact circumstances surrounding his death are yet to be determined but it was being treated as suspicious.
His family told 9News the father was “a man of integrity who was happiest when surrounded by his family, friends and church community”.
“He was a devoted father of two beautiful young children and expecting a third on the way and had just received a promotion at his workplace,” his family said.
“Known and respected in the community, a skilled sportsman who loved golf, fishing and video games.
“Paul will be dearly and desperately missed by all those he loved and who loved him.
“Please respect the privacy for the family during this tragic time.”
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/the-outdoor-area-of-maison-boulud-right-hotel-william-gray-s-rooftop-patio.jpg?id=60221703&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=96%2C0%2C96%2C0"/><br/><br/><p><a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/quebec-weather-june-2025" target="_blank">Summer weather</a> is upon us, and that can only mean one thing for Montreal: <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal-rooftop-terrasses-summer-bucket-list" target="_blank">terrasse season</a> is officially here.</p><p>Every year, OpenTable releases a list of the <a href="https://www.opentable.ca/c/en/top-restaurants/top-100-outdoor/" target="_blank">Top 100 Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Canada</a>, based on diner reviews and booking trends. For 2025, only four patios in all of Quebec made the cut — and every single one of them is right here in Montreal.</p><p>From hidden garden courtyards to rooftop views of the Old Port, these four local spots have clearly left an impression on diners from near and far.</p><p>Here are the Montreal restaurants that made OpenTable's 2025 outdoor dining list:</p><h3>Damas</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CDCD3PYHadz/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Price: [💸💸💸 – 💸💸💸💸]</p><p>Cuisine: Syrian</p><p>Address: 1201 Ave. Van Horne, Outremont, Montreal, QC</p><p>Why You Need To Go: Known for its refined Syrian cuisine and colourful, transportive atmosphere, <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/damas-montreal" target="_blank">Damas</a> also boasts one of the most lush and intimate patios in the city, acting as a hidden gem perfect for mezze and summer cocktails.</p><p><a href="https://www.damas.ca/menu" target="_blank">Damas Menu</a></p><h3>Ferreira Cafe</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DAZq9tXoLxG/?img_index=1" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Price: [💸💸💸 – 💸💸💸💸]</p><p>Cuisine: Portuguese </p><p>Address: 1446 Rue Peel, Montreal, QC</p><p>Why You Need To Go: Just steps from Peel metro, this upscale Portuguese institution offers a sleek, sun-drenched terrasse that's perfect for seafood towers, crisp sangria, and prime people-watching. It's been a Montreal favourite for years, and UFC legend Georges St-Pierre recently named it his go-to seafood spot in an <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/gsp-georges-st-pierre-hot-sauce-ufc" target="_blank">interview with MTL Blog</a>.</p><p><a href="https://ferreiracafe.com/en/pages/menus" target="_blank">Ferreira Menu</a></p><h3>Maison Boulud</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C_ODT_Msq6_/?img_index=1" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Price: [💸💸💸💸]</p><p>Cuisine: French</p><p>Address: 1228 Rue Sherbrooke O, Montreal QC</p><p>Why You Need To Go: Tucked behind the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/9-canadian-restaurants-were-named-among-the-best-in-the-world" target="_blank">Ritz-Carlton Hotel</a>, this elegant garden courtyard feels worlds away from the city. With a duck pond, crisp white linens, and a refined French menu built for warm evenings, Maison Boulud offers a serene and sophisticated dining escape.</p><p><a href="https://www.maisonbouludmenu.com/dinner" target="_blank">Maison Boulud Menu</a></p><h3>Terrasse William Gray</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C9Ap9EvxujO/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Price: [💸💸 – 💸💸💸💸]</p><p>Cuisine: Contemporary Québécois / International</p><p>Address: 421 Rue Saint Vincent, Montreal, QC</p><p>Why You Need To Go: This rooftop spot is known for its <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal/terrasse-season-in-montreal-kicks-off-this-week-with-the-terrasse-william-gray-reopening" target="_blank">sweeping views of the Old Port</a>, stylish vibe, and crowd-pleasing summer menu, making it ideal for golden hour cocktails or a night out with friends. While it shines in the summer, it's also famous for its <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal/i-tried-a-terrasse-william-gray-heated-outdoor-dome-it-was-like-a-cozy-winter-dream" target="_blank">heated winter domes</a>, making it a year-round destination for drinks with a view.</p><p><a target="_blank">Terrasse William Gray Menu</a></p><p><br/></p><p>You can browse the full Top 100 list and start planning your next sun-soaked reservation over at <a target="_blank">OpenTable.ca</a>.</p>
