Sweet extravagance

By MixteMag | Fashion , M01  | May 17th 2011 | 

From dresses to blazers, pants to accessories, this season’s essentials are inspired by a straightforward and effortless chic minimalism. PINK CASHMERE PULLOVER AND WHITE PANTS $358 AND $130 (AT BCBG MAX AZRIA). MONTRE HERMES $5,950 (AT SIGNATURE DIAMANTS ELINOR). SHOES BY DIOR $665 (AT HOLT RENFREW). TUFTED SOFA STARTING AT $6,500 (AT MONTAUK). BLAZER, LINEN … Continue reading Sweet extravagance →

An abandoned house… A perfectly executed restoration

By Sandra Cliche | Decor, M01  | May 17th 2011 | 

It wasn’t much to look at, this little old house sitting by the shore where the Ottawa River meets the Lake of Two Mountains. After many years without residents, save for a few stubborn bats, this stone house, built in 1850, had lost the prestige of its glory days. But that was before Richard Petit, … Continue reading An abandoned house… A perfectly executed restoration →

Guy Leclerc at 200 km per hour

By Pierre Deschenes | M01 , Society  | May 15th 2011 | 

Guy Leclerc is a doctor and an amateur race car driver, or you might say, a cardiologist who races Ferraris. He moves with ease between the operating room where he performs angioplasties, and the race track. Acknowledging that the mechanics of the heart are not that far from those of a race car, he mentions … Continue reading Guy Leclerc at 200 km per hour →

Andrea Pinarello: A life dedicated to cycling

By Yvan Martineau | M01 , Sport  | May 15th 2011 | 

Pinarello cycles are known to turn heads, arouse ardent admiration, and cause a certain amount of excitement. Behind the quality and the cutting-edge style of Pinarello is the story of a man possessed by his love of bicycles. If it is said that Lafleur, Gretzky, and Crosby were born with a hockey stick in their … Continue reading Andrea Pinarello: A life dedicated to cycling →

Five brunches… Five styles

By Lavina Botez | Epicurean , M01  | May 15th 2011 | 

Who doesn’t know where brunch originated? We love this concept, created by our neighbours to the south, especially for its relaxed pace, perfect for lazy Sundays and informal get-togethers among family or friends.Here’s a menu for a day of rest that is both pleasant and delicious. Perfectly friendlyLE CARTET106, McGill, (corner Wellington), MontrealTel. : 514 … Continue reading Five brunches… Five styles →

Johanne Bourque, Jardin de ville

By Paule Doyon | M01 , Society  | May 15th 2011 | 

JOHANNE BOURQUE IS A TRUE GLOBE-TROTTER WHO TRAVELS OFTEN FOR BUSINESS AND FOR PLEASURE HER COMPANY, JARDIN DE VILLE, FOUNDED BY HER MOTHER IN 1956, HAS GROWN BY LEAPS AND BOUNDS IN RECENT YEARS. IN FACT THE COMPANY IS NOW INTERNATIONAL, WITH OUTLETS IN THE UNITED STATES (CHICAGO AND FORT MYERS) AND SWITZERLAND. SHE IS … Continue reading Johanne Bourque, Jardin de ville →

Copenhagen: Get aquainted with a Danish beauty

By Paul-André Larocque | Escape , M01  | April 17th 2011 | 

Because of all the negative comments I had heard about Scandinavian cities (cold, unpleasant, uninteresting, bla bla bla), my notions about them were far from the reality I encountered on a recent trip. As a Gaspesian with a warm and curious nature, I had always preferred Latin-American and European cities. When I was told “Paul, … Continue reading Copenhagen: Get aquainted with a Danish beauty →

The best of all

By MixteMag | M01 , Team  | April 16th 2011 | 

This first issue of Mixte Magazine is the result of many long hours of hard work and dedication by a team of passionate contributors. Considered authorities in their respective fields, producing top work is something they all have in common. Allow us to present our team. SANDRA CLICHE Editing Consultant and Journalist (Interiors) PAUL-ANDRÉ LAROCQUE … Continue reading The best of all →

Purity and lightness

By Pierre Deschenes | Decor, M01  | April 16th 2011 | 

IT’S TIME TO CELEBRATE BECAUSE BATHROOMS CONTINUE TO OFFER MOMENTS OF CALM RELAXATION WITH THE ARRIVAL OF NEW PRODUCTS THAT OFFER PURITY AND LIGHTNESS. ON THE PROGRAM: SIMPLE LINES AND FIXTURES THAT FLOAT. IT’S A FEAST FOR THE EYES AND A GIFT FOR YOUR BODY. The PuraVida collection from Duravit will make your bathroom seem … Continue reading Purity and lightness →

Looking great

By Julie Champagne | Fashion , M01  | April 16th 2011 | 

A NEW GENERATION OF LUXURY TREATMENTS IS REVOLUTIONIZING THE WORLD OF BEAUTY BY PROPOSING INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS AND TECHNIQUES TO GIVE YOU A RADIANT, SMOOTH COMPLEXION. Sisley Paris offers an intensive rejuvenating treatment for the face. Sisleÿa-Elixir contains natural plant extracts with synergistic properties. Its inno­vative formula sends messages to the skin to target and restart … Continue reading Looking great →

Make way for Springtime! Make way for white wines!

By Aline Migneault | Epicurean , M01  | April 16th 2011 | 

Before rosé mania arrives this summer, let’s defy the myths, dare to be different, and take the time to rediscover white wines and all of their subtleties. From the aperitif to dessert, and throughout your meal, you will love drinking them. They will make your taste buds sing along with your other senses. From the … Continue reading Make way for Springtime! Make way for white wines! →

The New Fiat 500 : Compact fun

By Jacques Duval | Automobile, M01  | April 16th 2011 | 

SO YOU WANT TO MAKE A GOOD IMPRESSION THIS SUMMER? IT’S FAIRLY SIMPLE: JUST GET YOUR HANDS ON THE NEW FIAT 500, CALLED THE CINQUECENTO IN ITS COUNTRY OF ORIGIN. Surprisingly , Fiat is owned by Ferrari, and while a Ferrari will make others green with envy, the Fiat will put a smile on your … Continue reading The New Fiat 500 : Compact fun →