Dining al fresco in the dead of a Winnipeg winter may not sound appealing—yet locals and visitors alike have eagerly done just that for the past six years, all in the name of the renowned culinary pop-up, Raw:Almond.
Alessandra Bordon
The Lara Bohinc Expression of Design
Following a gradual return to creating furniture over the past four years, the famed jewellery designer launched her first seating collection this year.
Anne Low’s Chair for a Woman, Vancouver
Comprised of five individual sculptures, the new body of work continues Low’s research into materials and objects prior to the Industrial Revolution.
Virgil Abloh’s Debut Louis Vuitton Collection Comes to Vancouver
On January 18, Vancouver’s Holt Renfrew launched an early release of the collection—among the first in the world, and the only Canadian location, to do so.
The Toyota Supra Returns
Earlier this week, after what feels like several years of hints and teasers, Toyota officially launched their new Supra sports car at the Detroit Autoshow.
Edmonton’s Ice Castles
Built entirely by hand and crafted only from snow and ice, the stunning Ice Castles have been part of Edmonton’s winter landscape for the past four years as part of the long-standing Silver Skate Festival held each February.
Ontario Winter Getaways
As the cold weather creeps in, Torontonians flock towards cozy cabin retreats. But what’s a getaway without a little luxury?
Sarah Brightman
The musical phenomenon that is soprano Sarah Brightman has embarked on yet another world tour. In celebration of her latest studio album, Hymn , she is will visit her legion of fans in three Canadian cities.
Unlocking the Luxury Lifestyle with Keyyes
Sarment, a Singapore-based tech start-up, wants to make the process of getting in on a good thing a little less difficult.
Lamborghini Huracán Evo
Boasting exclusive technology, an even higher performance engine, and updated dynamics, the new Huracán Evo employs a variety of Lamborghini’s best features to improve both the performance and day-to-day use of the Huracán.
The World of Non-Alcoholic Cocktails
Temporary self-imposed prohibition does offer one plausible benefit: It can inspire us to probe the vast, largely unexplored potential of non-alcoholic drinks.
Tokyo Smoke
The Canadian cannabis lifestyle brand focuses on education and community engagement through design-savvy spaces and accessories, and—as of last October—high quality cannabis.
The Ultimate Grecian Spa Retreat, Euphoria
The genius loci (protected spirit of a place) is essential to the holistic approach espoused by the spa, whose uniqueness lies in its synthesis of Greek and Chinese spirituality, philosophy, and healing techniques.
Where to Drink Natural Wine in Mexico City
The biodynamic boom has carved a path for myriad natural wine bars, offering atmosphere and impressive dishes alongside a range of natural wine options.
The Audi E-Tron GT Concept
The new Audi E-Tron concept is the brand’s swing at the primed-to-explode electric sedan segment.
Six Stops to Make at IDS Toronto 2019
Opening at the Metro Convention Centre on January 17, IDS Toronto 2019’s Power of Design theme presents a showcase of the design world’s most imaginative products, speakers, and exhibits.
Ela Handbags
Ela Aldorsson’s namesake handbag line started with a shoe.
Vancouver’s PuSh International Performing Arts Festival
Entering its 15th year of production, Vancouver’s PuSh International Performing Arts Festival has a simple message this year: gratitude.
Stylish Suitcases
Where you have back-to-back business trips booked in the new year, or are sketching out plans for a tropical getaway, now is the ideal time to invest in a new travelling companion for your next adventure.
Porsche Launches Type7 Magazine
Porsche has teamed up with automotive photographer and personality Ted Gushue to launch @type7, which focuses on the human side of the Porsche world.
The Hoxton, Williamsburg
The hippest corner of New York right now is Williamsburg in Brooklyn, with the newly opened nine-storey Hoxton hotel.
Horses Atelier
Toronto’s Horses Atelier is inspired by humble values of utility, beauty, wildness, and endurance.
Just Our Type: Winter Reads
Books by Laura van den Berg and Miriam Toews.
A String of Pearls
FROM THE ARCHIVE: The heart’s desire of a child is not a thing to play with and, well, I’m still a child when it comes to accepting presents.
Family Circus
FROM THE ARCHIVE: On the subway ride home from the circus, my daughter and I were so happy. As we walked along the busy city streets to our apartment, everything seemed magical and full of grace.
007 Elements: A James Bond Cinematic Installation
The new museum is built in the very place where a scenic, snow-covered chase scene occurred in 2015’s Spectre, starring Daniel Craig.
Cortina d’Ampezzo’s Cristallo Hotel
A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa at the centre of one of the best winter sports destinations in the world.
The 2020 Jeep Gladiator
Jeep’s new in-house Wrangler pickup fills a void in the brand’s lineup and satisfies enthusiasts who have been asking for such a model for years.
NUVO’s Nine Most-Read Stories of 2018
Before bidding adieu to 2018, we take a moment to reflect on nine of our most-read stories of the year.
Quebec’s Oka Cheese
Regularly reaping awards and pleasing palates around the world, Oka remains a perennial favourite.
Museum in Motion
Happening in Montreal now until January 31, the artfully curated Museum in Motion is a travelling exhibit of impressive Tag Heuer timepieces.
Panettone: Italy’s Yuletide Treat
FROM THE ARCHIVE: In the world of baking, panettone is a perplexity. It has produced a precipice of untold awe, anxiety, and failure in many pastry chefs attempting it.
Cantina Mercatto, Toronto
On the edge of Toronto’s St. Lawrence neighbourhood, below a 58-storey condominium, sits a brand-new build with old-school Italian soul.
Editors’ Picks: Winter Reading List
A selection of excellent books to get lost in this season, chosen by our editors.
The Upsizing of Pre-Collection Fashion Shows
In recent years, brands have transitioned from intimate, low-key pre-collection presentations to ambitious, spectacular productions.
Louis Vuitton’s Perfumed Candles
The brand’s new line of candles is tied to the comfort of returning home after a long journey.
The McLaren 720S Spider
A trick retractable hardtop convertible offering infinite headspace with minimal compromise to the 720S Coupe’s many charms, the new McLaren 720S Spider is a 720S that can drop its top at the press of a button.
Baur au Lac, Zurich
Baur au Lac’s neo-classical façade hints at the old fashioned glamour that awaits inside, where kings and queens have rubbed shoulders with composers, artists, and silver screen stars.
Behind Creator’s Robot-Made Burgers
A tech-forward hybrid of casual and farm-to-table fine dining that democratizes gourmet food.
A Guide to Travel-Friendly Beauty Essentials
The secret to looking fresh while flying need no longer be up in the air.
Renzo Piano at London’s Royal Academy of Arts
The exhibition Renzo Piano: The Art of Making Buildings explores his five-decade career, highlighting 16 of Piano’s most recognized designs.
Three Winter Cocktail Recipes
Whether hosting a party or simply sitting fireside, these three cocktails are an excellent addition to any winter evening.
Adler Thermae Spa & Relax Resort, Tuscany
In Tuscany, the pursuit of mens sana in corpore sano (a healthy mind in a healthy body) has been popular since the Etruscans first discovered the pleasures of communal bathing in the region’s many natural thermal spas.
The World of Competitive Gingerbread Architecture
FROM THE ARCHIVE: Most of us, at some point, have tried our hand at the holiday activity of gingerbread house–making, but only few have achieved the level of success of an award-winning gingerbread architect.
Two New Porsches: the “992” and the Porsche Design 911 Chronograph
Last week, Porsche announced both the latest generation of their iconic 911 and a limited-edition timepiece.
La Sfogliatella
The clamshell-shaped dainty, admired for its texture and subtle sweetness, is filled with ricotta and named for its overlapping layers of paper-thin pastry.
Louis Vuitton’s Home Collections
Louis Vuitton unwraps its collection of travel-inspired homewares and accessories at a pop-up event at the iconic Integral House in Toronto.
Two Brewers Yukon Single Malt Whisky
Those in search of a delicious dram need look no further than the land of the midnight sun.
Hôtel de Berri, A Luxury Collection Hotel
The new boutique hotel is the result of a passion project for art collectors and hoteliers Stéphane and Pascal Dokhan.
The Aston Martin 2019 DBS Superleggera
With an unbelievable amount of power, a series of performance modifications, and distinctly aggressive good looks, this dog can bark, run, and if not kept on a leash, it might even bite.
An Art Lover’s Guide to Chicago
Chicago has earned its place as cultural kingpin—artistic offerings here are not only top-tier, but they come widely varied in medium.
Chef Daniel Humm’s EMP Winter House
Chef Daniel Humm brings his Swiss roots to life this ski season at St. Regis Aspen Resort’s Chefs Club with an exclusive pop-up.
Elevated Advent Calendars
These decidedly grown-up calendars reveal distinctive treats that even the Grinchiest among us will anticipate with festive joy.
Land Rover’s New Range Rover Evoque
The new Evoque modernizes a proven format with new tech, greater comfort and capability, and an eye towards the future of automotive design.
Dress Your Home Gucci
The dedicated home collection is a riot of botanical prints, animal motifs, and bright colours that wink at the Florentine fashion house’s maximalist aesthetic.
Canada’s First St. Regis Hotel
This winter, Canadians receive their very own piece of the luxury hotelier’s pie.
Park City in Autumn
With the onset of fall, Park City becomes the ultimate serene getaway.
The Best Holiday Beauty Gifts of 2018
These 10 exceptional beauty products are sure to fuel the festive spirit, whether gifted away or kept for oneself.
Winter 2018 Playlist
Refine your next playlist with this selection of recent album releases, curated by our editors.
Omega Unveils the New Constellation “Manhattan”
Omega rolls out the red carpet in Shanghai to celebrate its new Constellation collection.
La Petite Soeur Cottage on Lake Ouareau, Quebec
The building bridges two families, the past and the present, as well as communal life and individual privacy.
Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 4MATIC
The GLA 45 4MATIC offers the fun-loving enthusiast charm of a hot hatch without sacrificing its everyday credentials.
Alessandro Munge
The founder and principle of Studio Munge has a focused, narrative driven style that shapes the finer elements of interior design.
Toronto’s Noteworthy Hotel Restaurants and Bars
A selection of hotel dining options that are worth checking out—even if you’re not checking in.
The Raw Brilliance of Tom Kundig
FROM THE ARCHIVE: Tom Kundig’s palette tends toward raw concrete and shaped metal plate, not the woodsy, post-and-beamy version of “Northwest architecture.”
Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge
Shedding dated decor, the latest addition to the Marriott’s coveted Autograph Collection has Albertans heading to the picturesque Kananaskis Valley this winter.
Homo Faber Celebrates European Craftsmanship
The inaugural biennial fair in Venice celebrated craftspeople, the largely hidden heroes who bring the greatest skill and passion to their work.
Multimedia Artist Gu Xiong Connects the Personal with the Political
For Gu, art is not about perfecting expression through one medium, it’s about ideas.
The Truth About Shade-Inclusive Foundations
Foundation now comes in a multitude of shades to flatter a greater number of skin tones. The catch: the formulas don’t always live up to the hype.
Conversation Piece, November 18, 2018
The real-life haunted house of Westfield, New Jersey; how we’re killing creativity; the magic of Scholastic book fairs.
McLaren Unveils the 2019 Speedtail
Macca’s first Hyper-GT is a splashy new addition to the brand’s flagship Ultimate Series range.
The Economics of Celebrity Endorsements
These days, the endorsement game faces a challenge: the erosion of the aura that surrounds fame.
The Curious Case of Patricia Piccinini
On the occasion of Patricia Piccinini’s multisensory exhibition Curious Imaginings, we learn about the driving forces behind the Australian artist’s lifelike sculptures.
The Limited Edition Monsieur de Chanel Chronosphere Clock
Designed by the legendary Parisian maison, the tabletop clock—produced in a limited edition of only five pieces—was realized by master clockmaker L’Épée 1839.
Shiseido’s New Colour Collection
This year, the brand has brought everything it knows about the beauty experience to makeup, revamping its colours collection into four textures.
Sheila Heti
The author talks about her creative process and the birth of her Scotiabank Giller Prize-nominated novel Motherhood.
The Green Movement
Green is an expressive colour statement on the wrist with these timepieces sure to fashion a similar share of envy.
Chef Jonathan Gushue
A chef’s career can have many twists and turns, yet you’d be hard pressed to find one that has as many as Jonathan Gushue’s.
Edward Burtynsky
The new Anthropocene Project calls out our impact on the planet—from water pollution to deforestation—and makes us aware of how we shape environmental change.
The Great Terroir Debate
Does the physical environment that grapevines grow in, especially the climate and soil, imprint itself the wines they make?
Montreal’s Speakeasies, Hidden Bars, and Secret Cocktail Lounges
The city’s speakeasy-style bars are thriving by being as discrete as possible.
TONTO Week at the National Music Centre
From November 14 to 18, Malcolm Cecil’s monster synthesizer creation will be in the spotlight during TONTO Week at NMC’s Studio Bell.
Conversation Piece, November 11, 2018
An interactive map that illuminates Indigenous territory; the lobster emoji takes on new meaning.
The Ferrari Portofino
Replacing the California, the Portofino is Ferrari’s everyday drop-top GT.
Route du Rhum 2018
This year marks the 40th anniversary and 11th edition of the wildly popular French maritime event.
A Guide to Exploring Lisbon
The secret is out: Portugal can no longer claim its once-held status as a hidden gem. Yet, for all the fanfare, even its capital city of Lisbon feels unspoilt.
Calgary’s New Central Library
After 14 years in the making, the city’s highly anticipated new public library makes its debut.
Guo Pei: Couture Beyond
This winter, the Vancouver Art Gallery presents Pei’s work in an exhibition that features a curation of more than 40 garments made between 2006 and 2017.
Vancouver Welcomes A Second Gassy Jack Statue
Artist Vern Simpson, creator of the Gassy Jack statue, reflects on his life in art and how it feels to return to the character with the new Gassy Jack II.
The Rise of Photo-Friendly Pop-Ups
These exhibitions have taken art out of its hallowed halls and into temporary spaces specifically designed to be shared via the rectangular window of your cell phone.
Five Things to Eat This Winter In Winnipeg
When the icy winds of the Hudson Bay swoop down, Winnipeggers know how to warm up with deliciously diverse dishes.
Five Things to Eat This Winter in Vancouver
Now is the time to indulge in the rich soups, saucy noodles, and hearty meat pies that the season demands.
Five Things to Eat This Winter in Calgary
The city’s best places to gather and break bread are evidence that the surest way to keep the cold out is to come together over a hearty, hot meal.
Five Things to Eat This Winter in Montreal
A warming selection of mainstay eats you can rely on through the colder months.
Five Things to Eat This Winter in Toronto
A number of belly-warming reasons to embrace the chilly weather.
Conversation Piece, November 4, 2018
The secret to restaurant-level salad; a weekend at witch camp; this month’s must-see celestial events.
Dan Mangan
The Vancouver-based musician opens up about domesticity, honesty, and musical re-emergence as he releases his new album More or Less.
Care by Volvo Launches in Canada
With the aim of expanding the brand’s customer base and the hopes of reaching more millennials, Care by Volvo leverages the simplicity of known costs with an app-driven experience.
How to Make Pan de Muerto
A fragrant treat served to celebrate the Day of the Dead, baked across Mexico.
Victory 1918 – The Last 100 Days
In addition to pinning poppies on jacket lapels this November, Canadians can pay their respects by visiting the Canadian War Museum’s new exhibition.
