Anges Québec – Pioneering support for local entrepreneurs

By Nathalie Deshaies | M28, Society | November 10th 2017 |

Ten years ago, a small group of business people who cared deeply about entrepreneurship and helping it grow got together to develop an incredible idea. They called it: Anges Québec. The purpose? To offer angel investors the opportunity to invest their money and passion to help ensure the success of local businesses. This makes Anges … Continue reading →

A ceramic artist with an impressive resume – Pascale Girardin

By Jasmine Nadeau | Arts , M28 | November 2nd 2017 |

Whether you’re in New York, Paris, Shanghai or Dubai, everyone in the world of luxury brands knows of ceramic artist Pascale Girardin. They give her contemporary spaces, and she fills them with soulful art, perfectly outfitting any locale, expressing human experience, complementing architecture, and making people feel good. Girardin’s extraordinary portfolio contains some of the … Continue reading →

Rosewood London – A rose by any other name

By Sandra Cliche | Escape , M28 | October 27th 2017 |

WITH ITS EVOCATIVE NAME, UNIQUE DESIGN AND SUPERIOR AMENITIES, THE NEW ROSEWOOD LONDON LEAVES A MEMORABLE IMPRESSION. The hotel, which occupies the former head office of the Pearl Assurance Company in the heart of London, made a majestic splash when it opened in 2013, marking the arrival of Rosewood Hotel & Resorts in Great Britain. … Continue reading →

Lovely London

By Manon Lemire | Escape , M28 | October 20th 2017 |

England’s famous and historic capital is the largest city in the United Kingdom, with a well-deserved reputation for cultural diversity. London is a huge and bustling metropolis, a central hub of finance, art, fashion and so much more! Not surprisingly, it hosts about 28 million visitors annually, and this year, my niece Nancy and I … Continue reading →

High style collection – Colette Corbeil

By Emmanuelle Mozayan-Verschaeve | Decor, M28 | October 18th 2017 |

When it comes to interior decor, Maison Corbeil is always a must. The company was founded in 1973 by Raymond Corbeil and his wife, Colette, a pioneering businesswoman still actively involved in running the company. She is, however, very pleased that her two sons have chosen to take over when the time comes. Equal parts … Continue reading →

Japan’s flavours

By Suzanne Duquette | Epicurean , M28 | October 13th 2017 |

JATOBA Jatoba is a favourite among business diners, but it also draws people who know a thing or two about Japanese-inspired cuisine. The modern-yet-totally-Montreal feel of the place hits you the moment you walk in the door, and the terrace is as delightful as the dining room—just perfect for an after-work bite. Chef Olivier Vigneault’s … Continue reading →

Route gourmande

By Emmanuelle Mozayan-Verschaeve | Epicurean , M28 | October 6th 2017 |

FRANCE’S RHÔNE-ALPES REGION IS A DESTINATION POPULAR FOR ITS SPECTACULAR LANDSCAPES AND HISTORIC MONUMENTS. IT IS ALSO WIDELY KNOWN FOR ITS FABULOUS FOOD. WORLD-RENOWNED CHEFS AT RELAIS & CHÂTEAUX RESTAURANTS TAKE THE BEST THE TERROIR HAS TO OFFER AND CREATE SUBLIME CONCOCTIONS TO THRILL THE MOST DEMANDING GOURMET. CHÂTEAU DE CODIGNAT A visit to Château … Continue reading →

Family stone

By Sandra Cliche | M28, Society | October 6th 2017 |

CIOT’S SUCCESS COULD BE DEFINED IN A SIMPLE PROMISE: THE AMERICAN DREAM. DRIVEN BY THAT DREAM, AND VISIONARY AMBITIONS, THIS FAMILY BUSINESS HAS BEEN GROWING FOR 67 YEARS. An immigrant family from Italy settles in Canada, works hard and builds a solid company that becomes one of the leaders in its field. No, it’s not … Continue reading →

Remarquable

By Fraser Ballard | Decor, M28 | October 6th 2017 |

PATTY XENOS HAS TRANSFORMED THIS 4,800 SQ. FT. DOWNTOWN PENTHOUSE INTO A FUNCTIONAL WORK OF ART. THIS IS THE ULTIMATE IN FORM AND UTILITY, BY DESIGN. There were two plans for this property; one fit to the desires of the clients, and the other, an exercise in imagined living––a design that responded to the way … Continue reading →

Clean and classic

By Jasmine Nadeau | Decor, M28 | September 29th 2017 |

CONTEMPORARY BATHROOMS ARE THE HEIGHT OF DESIGN, WITH POLISHED SURFACES, NATURAL PATTERNS AND A STREAMLINED, SOPHISTICATED LOOK. MAXFINE MARMI is a porcelain stoneware tile from Italy that looks as rich and beautiful as natural stone. Strong and durable, with a highly-polished surface, the tiles come in an impressive range of sizes. Chic! MaxFine Marmi at … Continue reading →

Équinoxe

By MixteMag | Fashion , M28 | September 22nd 2017 |

Photographer Jean-Claude Lussier Stylist Cary Tauben Model Jean-François Poirier (Next) Hair and Make-up Stylist Alexandre Deslauriers with Mac Cosmetics et Davines Photographer’s Assistants William Langlais et Marc-André Dumas Retouching Artist Bonesso-Dumas Équinoxe – e-mag

Star power – Yves Saint-Laurent

By Suzanne Duquette | Fashion , M28 | September 15th 2017 |

SOME COMETS TRAVEL AT LIGHTNING SPEEDS, LEAVING BEHIND TRAILS OF STARDUST. YVES SAINT LAURENT EXUDED SUCH BRIGHTNESS ––A STELLAR BEING OF LASTING BRILLIANCE. THIS EXCEPTIONALLY CREATIVE MAN TRANSFORMED THE CONCEPT OF BEAUTY IN HIS DAY AND LEFT A TIMELESS LEGACY OF AUDACITY FOR WOMEN EVERYWHERE. On the outside, Saint Laurent was a very well-behaved child. … Continue reading →

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