Moishes: Tradition on the menu

By Pierre Deschenes | Epicurean , M04 | October 31st 2011 |

SINCE 1938, MAURICE RICHARD, MARLON BRANDO, FRANK SINATRA, CÉLINE DION, AND THE FUTURE POPE JEAN-PAUL II HAVE ALL EATEN AT MOISHES STEAKHOUSE! THIS IS A PORTRAIT OF A RESTAURANT THAT EMBODIES MONTRÉAL AND THE MAIN Founded over 70 years ago by Moishe Lachterman, a Romanian Jewish immigrant who changed his name to Lighter, Moishes restaurant … Continue reading →

Montauk: Class and comfort

By Pierre Deschenes | Decor, M04 | October 31st 2011 |

TO VISIT MONTAUK, YOU MUST TRAVEL THE AMERICAN EAST COAST OR VISIT THE SHOWROOM OF THE MANUFACTURER OF THE SAME NAME IN NEW YORK, TORONTO, CHICAGO, CALGARY, VANCOUVER, OR MONTRÉAL – THE BIRTHPLACE OF THIS DYNAMIC UPHOLSTERED FURNITURE MANUFACTURER. Tim Zyto’s father owned Biltmore Chesterfield who went bankrupt in 1989 during a serious economic crisis … Continue reading →

Equestrian elegance

By MixteMag | Fashion , M04 | October 25th 2011 |

THE NATURE AND SCENERY ARE SPECTACULAR. HERE, EVERYTHING REVOLVES SIMPLY AROUND SHADOW AND LIGHT. THE FOLKO EQUESTRIAN INSPIRATION, THE NOBLE CAPE, RUSTIC WOOLS, RICH TWEEDS AND CLASSIC PLAIDS ARE ALL FEATURED ON CATWALKS. A NEW SILHOUETTE GALLOPS ONTO THE RUNWAYS. WE LAYER, WE JUXTAPOSE, WE CREATE DIFFERENT SETS OF LENGTHS; WE HAVE FUN WITH THE … Continue reading →

Complete transparency

By Emma-Laure Saint-Louis | Fashion , M04 | October 23rd 2011 |

In cosmetics, as with fashion, it is subtle transparency that reveals the essence of matter and colour. Essential formulas, pure fragrance, light shades… the quintessence of beauty, pure and simple. ENGLISH CHARMFrom the podiums of Victoria’s Secret to the film sets of Transformers 3, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley is the latest muse for Burberry’s new perfume. With … Continue reading →

Guy Gibeault, creator

By Paule Doyon | M04 , Society | October 2nd 2011 |

CULTIVATED, REFINED, AND ENDOWED WITH A CURIOUS SPIRIT, THE OWNER-DESIGNER OF CUISILAB, A DESIGN COMPANY THAT HE FOUNDED 14 YEARS AGO, LIKES THE SIMPLE THINGS IN LIFE. BUT WHAT GETS HIM EXCITED? ANYTHING RELATED TO ARCHITECTURE, AND BEAUTIFUL OBJECTS. The accomplishment you are most proud of? “Having obtained a balance between my professional and personal … Continue reading →

The unpleasantness of winter

By Jacques Duval | Automobile, M04 | October 2nd 2011 |

Nothing is worse than winter driving! And nothing is more unpleasant for the novice than being faced with a string of situations they have never learned to master. Besides the snow, the ice, the slush and the wet pavement, there is also the vehicle’s performance which depends on whether you drive a front-wheel, rear-wheel or … Continue reading →

Louis Garneau, a multi-talented innovator

By Yvan Martineau | M04 , Sport | October 2nd 2011 |

A POSTER CHILD FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP, HE IS AN ACCOMPLISHED SPORTSMAN, A LITTLE-KNOWN ARTIST, AND A WELL-INFORMED BUSINESSMAN. Louis Garneau represented Canada in cycling at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. A year earlier, he started manufacturing his own cycling clothes in his father’s garage. Today, Louis Garneau Sports Inc. has 450 employees and their sales figures … Continue reading →

Robert Roy, builder and wine lover

By Pierre Deschenes | M04 , Society | October 2nd 2011 |

ROBERT ROY, FOUNDER OF SOTRAMONT, THE GROUP RESPONSIBLE FOR THE BOIS-FRANC HOUSING PROJECT IN MONTRÉAL, IS A SHREWD CONSTRUCTION ENTREPRENEUR. HE DEVELOPED A PASSION FOR WINE, WHICH LED HIM TO AN ASSOCIATION WITH WINE GURU ROBERT PARKER IN AN OREGON VINEYARD. Roy is an intelligent man; he earned his engineering degree at l’École polytechnique when … Continue reading →

Prague, charming and romantic

By Paul-André Larocque | Escape , M04 | October 2nd 2011 |

Sitting on the Celebrity Cafe terrace in the chic neighbourhood of Vinohrady, not far from downtown, I’m people-watching, enjoying the Gothic and cube-shaped buildings around me and the tramways that pass by continuously. It is extremely warm for a mid-September evening, one of those ephemeral, magic moments that holiday memories are made of. Located in … Continue reading →

Time for Burgundies

By Aline Migneault | Epicurean , M04 | October 2nd 2011 |

IN AUTUMN, WE WANT TO DRINK A MORE STRUCTURED WINE, LIKE THOSE PRODUCED IN BURGUNDY. BURGUNDIES OFFER A BIT OF EVERYTHING: SOME ELEGANT, HIGHLY COMPLEX WINES AND OTHERS THAT WE SIMPLY LIKE TO SAVOUR. Saint-Bris, Domaine Les Temps Perdus 2008, Clotilde Davenne A winemaker who loves a challenge, Clotilde Davenne has produced an elixir that … Continue reading →

Good and unpretentious

By Pierre Deschenes | Epicurean , M04 | October 2nd 2011 |

INFORMAL RESTAURANTS THAT DELIVER THE GOODS A taste of Little ItalyPRIMO & SECONDO7023, rue Saint-Dominique, Montréal, 514 908 0838 Celebrating ten years in November, Ristorante Primo & Secondo offers true Italian fare. Montreal-born, Chef Roberto Stabile, thrives on the simplicity of Italian cuisine using many Italian imports certified “Protected Designated of Origin” combined with Quebec’s … Continue reading →

Duck virtuosos

By Emma-Laure Saint-Louis | Epicurean , M04 | October 2nd 2011 |

DUCK IS BEING SERVED BY MANY OF OUR TOP CHEFS. IT IS A UNIQUE PRODUCT THAT SOME TRUE CONNOISSEURS PREFER TO RAISE AND COOK FOR THEMSELVES. IT’S JUST A QUESTION OF KNOW-HOW. To satisfy the needs of the Québec market, with its growing interest in culinary arts and local products, and respond more precisely to … Continue reading →

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