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Photographer Riki Shinagawa Captures Japan’s Beauty
In his compelling visual narrative, Riki Shinagawa shows us the beauty of Japan.
Recipe of the Week: Crystal Head Vodka’s Festive Martini
A festive martini recipe to see you through all the Christmas parties.
Home of the Week: West End Residence by Akb Architects
Akb Architects has created a contemporary residence in Toronto’s West End that was first built in the early 19th century.
Keith Haring: Art Is for Everybody
The Art Gallery of Ontario showcases Keith Haring’s work in Canada in 25 years in a new exhibition called Keith Haring: Art Is for Everybody.
A Gift Guide for Beautiful Home Accents
Try these creative design objects to spruce up your home this holiday season.
Hotel San Cristóbal Celebrates the Bounty of Baja
Hotel San Cristóbal’s new al fresco restaurant, Cosecha, in Mexico.
The Ferrari Purosangue Is Pure Luxury
First things first: If you call the all-new 2024 Ferrari Purosangue an “SUV,” you’re probably reducing your chances of ever owning one to zero. The brain trust at the Italian firm certainly does not call the Purosangue an SUV. And they’re probably right to steer clear of the term, because this Ferrari is not so easy to classify. It’s not …
A Gift Guide for the Athlete
While it may seem as if they spend all their time planning their next sweaty endeavour, athletes know that other keys to success are the clothing, equipment, and accessories that keep them feeling their best.
Sunseeker’s New Ocean 182 Yacht Is Magnificent
Sunseeker’s Ocean 182 stands apart from the rest, using an open concept, flowing layout with a single helm station up front on the upper deck.
First Look: Azur Legacy Collection Hotel
In downtown Vancouver, a former clothing store has reemerged as the Azur Legacy Collection Hotel, the debut of a new hotel portfolio.
A Gift Guide for the Tech Fanatic
This holiday season, NUVO has put together a few gadgets and gizmos on a gift guide for the person looking to the future.
Design Space: Big by Nina+Co
London design firm Nina+Co reimagines beauty and wellness store Big’s multifaceted approach to sustainability.
A Taste of Cuba in Miami
Miami is known for its dynamic nightlife and sandy white beaches, but this vibrant city by the sea is also home to a fantastic culinary scene.
A Gift Guide for Her
NUVO has rounded up the great presents for her this Christmas.
A Gift Guide for Him
NUVO has rounded up the little luxuries to gift him this holiday season.
Forage Showcases the Best of British Columbia
The Best of BC menu at Forage in Vancouver highlights the best of what BC has to offer and allows the ingredients to speak for themselves.
The Leather Craftsmanship of La Compagnie Robinson
The artisans at La Compagnie Robinson handcraft leather goods in a little country workshop in Brigham, Quebec, where simplicity is key.
Inside the Newly Opened Raffles Hotel at The OWO London
The OWO by Raffles, the luxury hotel chain’s first U.K. venture, was transformed from an iconic London building.
Vin Brûlé (Italian Mulled Wine)
Vin Brûlé is a Italian mulled wine ideal for the holidays.
Home of the Week: Villa XY by Mohamed Amine Siana
Blending the traditions and the future of Moroccan architecture.
Xila Is Shaking Up Mexico’s Liquor Industry
In a country dominated by tequila and beer, Xila liqueur, made by a female-powered distillery, sets itself apart.
The Epicurean Frank Lloyd Wright Collection
The Frank Lloyd Wright collection, produced in collaboration with the FLW Foundation, is inspired by the American architect’s designs.
A Gift Guide for the Book Lover
A list of page-turners to gift your fellow bookworms.
Get All Fired Up With Volcanic Wines
Produced from grapevines growing in the rocks and ash deposited by volcanic activity, Volcanic wines erupted onto the world’s wine landscape.
Skiwear for Looking Effortlessly Chic on the Slopes
Here are some of NUVO’s picks to step out on the slopes in style, whether in alluring après-ski apparel or bold statements for heli-skiing.
A Gift Guide for the Gourmand
This year, give the gourmand in your life any one of the eight fantastic foodie gifts NUVO has rounded up here.
Hélène Darroze Plants Her Flag in Morocco
This summer, Michelin-starred chef Hélène Darroze planted her flag in Marrakech to oversee two French restaurants at Royal Mansour Marrakech.
Bowmore’s Musically Inspired Whisky Arrives in Canada
Bowmore releases it’s Timeless 29-year-old single malt in collaboration with pianist Hania Rani.
The Excellence of Art Advisory Firm Howard495
Howard495 is a highly personal approach turned emotional experience in acquiring art for others.
A Gift Guide for the Traveller
In the sunshine or the snow, these gifts will keep them happy and comfortable wherever a friend or family member goes next.
First Look: Hotel Aka Alexandria
Boutique hotel Aka Alexandria, located less than 20 minutes from Washington, D.C., is the first American hotel designed by Lissoni New York.
Lunaz Design Is in the Business of Electrifying U.K. Icons
Lunaz Design takes classic cars and remanufactures them as electric vehicles, to be appreciated by a new generation of car enthusiasts.
A Gift Guide for the Home Bartender
NUVO has eliminated the guesswork, rounding up the finest wine and spirits to gift and drink this holiday season.
Laundry Is The Beauty Industry’s Next Frontier
While beauty brands continue to expand the notion of beautification, there’s a concerted effort to make “beauty laundry” products too.
Where to Stay in Sicily: Hotel Le Calette, Cefalù
Le Calette, a delightful family-run hotel, is the ideal place from which to discover the seduction of Cefalù, Sicily.
Design Space: La Maison Noire, Montreal’s Black Design Oasis
La Maison Noire is part private residence and part showroom in Quebec, created by design company La Firme and Bolitomino Studio.
A Gift Guide for the Excellent Dinner Host
For a holiday dinner party host, cookware and setting the table can set the tone of the evening, from the first appetizer to coffee and dessert.
With Barber Osgerby, Design Is to Keep
London-based studio Barber Osgerby design objects, spaces, and places that marry aesthetics and craft to stand the test of time.
Hermès Beauty Launches Le Regard
The Hermès Beauty collection is growing. Enter Le Regard, an eye-makeup collection that is, to state the obvious, desirable.
Leah Frances Documents the Quiet Complexities of Diners
Canadian-born photographer Leah Frances turns her lens to the humble American diner in her photo essay.
Chef Daniel Kenney’s Lamb Merguez Aglio e Olio
A twist on aglio e olio with the addition of lamb merguez and chicken stock from new restaurant Dahlia in Vancouver.
Home of the Week: Cherry Valley House by StudioAC
Situated in Ontario’s Prince Edward County, this house sits in a landscape of forest, dunes and the Lake Ontario Waterfront.
Montreal’s Souk Design Fair Returns for Its 19th Edition
Souk Montreal returns for it’s 19th edition, in a new home, showcasing the best of the cities designers and makers.
Artist Spotlight: Pascale Girardin
Pascale Girardin’s decades-spanning career in ceramics and art installations has earned several distinctions and awards for her studio.
Meet the Sisters-In-Law Behind the Fashion Brand Veronica Beard
Veronica Swanson Beard and Veronica Miele Beard are the spirited sister-in-law act behind Veronica Beard, the New York–based fashion brand.
Boss x Perfect Moment: Ski Like a Boss
A second collaboration between Boss and Perfect Moment combines the casual cool of the former with the performance of the latter.
Tiffany & Co.’s Oceanic Blue Book Collection
Tiffany & Co. channels the beauty of aquatic life in its latest Blue Book collection, which pays homage to Jean Schlumberger.
The Birthplace of the Negroni Reopens in Florence
Giacosa reopened in Florence, the birthplace of the negroni cocktail, and the lead barman is dedicated to making the finest cocktails.
First Look: Pendry Newport Beach
Pendry Newport Beach is the latest hotel for the chain, and offers something extra by way of the private Elwood Club.
This New Okanagan Winery Is a Pinot Lover’s Dream
Solvero Wines harnesses the unique terroir of the Garnet Valley in it’s Pinot Noir.
Italian Designer Guglielmo Poletti and His To-Tie Lamps
Italian designer Guglielmo Poletti deconstructs conventional designs of wall lighting before he builds them back up again.
The Dalmore Cask Curation Series
The Dalmore sources the finest casks to age its whisky from wineries and distilleries around the world, and its new Cask Curation Series pays these partnerships their due.
Aboard Ponant’s Le Commandant Charcot
Ponant’s Le Commandant Charcot opts for grand style, intended for those wishing to get off the beaten track yet always be in comfort.
Design Space: Pan Milano by Studio Wok
Pan Milano is multifaceted: part bakery, part restaurant, part wine bar, and part neighbourhood gathering place.
Octola Private Wilderness Reserve
In Rovaniemi, Lapland, above the Arctic Circle, resides Octola, the ultimate luxury getaway, where arrival is by snowmobile or dog sled.
Designs for Living: House at 9000 Feet
With an impressive portfolio, the studio of Nova Scotia–based MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects was tapped to develop House at 9000 Feet.
Recipe of the Week: Stracciatella Alla Romana
A comforting Roman soup recipe for the cold winter ahead.
Home of the Week: Fenwick by Australia’s Edition Office
Edition Office creates a nine-unit development, in a suburb of Melbourne, Australia that overlooks the beautiful Birrarung/Yarra River.
An Ultra-Limited Tequila Arrives in British Columbia
Volcan blends sweet and smooth reposado tequila with more complex añejo and extra-añejo tequilas in it’s X.A tequila, part of BC Liquor’s Premium Spirit Release.
Joseph Shabason Is Happy as Hell
A love for the arts, music especially, was instilled in Toronto musician Joseph Shabason from a young age.
Books to Add to Your Winter Reading List
In our new Winter 2023 Issue 99, we’ve listed two excellent book recommendations to add to your winter reading list.
Framing The Everyday Romania by Vlad Dumitrescu
Vlad Dumitrescu’s portraits turn away from Bucharest and the much mythologized Transylvania to forefront the people of Romania.
The Technician: Taka Kasuga on Arc’teryx and Veilance
Taka Kasuga is now the senior director, design, at Arc’teryx, the outdoor-gear brand based in Vancouver, while also overseeing Veilance, the company’s subbrand launched in 2009.
11 Luxury Advent Calendars
From beauty to fragrance to chocolate and coffee, gift-openers can look forward to receiving a little luxury each day.
Adad Hannah: Living Pictures
Vancouver artist, Adad Hannah, one of Canada’s most respected artists, breathes life into historical masterpieces in his tableux viviants.
The Black Tudor Pelagos FXD
This next iteration of the Pelagos FXD watch from Tudor is a tribute to the watches worn by the United States Navy.
First Look: The Dover George Boutique Hotel
A 150-year-old residence has been transformed into a boutique hotel on the shores of Lake Erie.
Design Space: Daphne by Studio Paolo Ferrari
The design of the new Daphne restaurant in Toronto is another demonstration of Paolo Ferrari shaking up the luxury hospitality industry.
TOBi Expands His Sound
TOBi explores themes as vulnerability, masculinity, and countering negative Black stereotypes across his unapologetic soul music.
Winter, Issue 99, Out Now
Letter from the Editor, Claudia Cusano.
Three Nordic Spa Experiences Not to be Missed
Icelandic and Canadian landscapes blended with Scandinavian traditions are the key to epic journeys into deep relaxation.
Belfast’s Traditional Music Trail
Tour some of Belfast’s most historic pubs with a musician as your guide on this folk music trail through the Northern Irish Capital.
Vancouver, Through the Perspective of Marley Hutchinson
A sense of nostalgia and timelessness pervades throughout photographer Marley Hutchinson’s photo essay “A Photographic Ode to Vancouver”.
Recipe of the Week: White Chocolate Raspberry Scones
Sweet white chocolate and acidic raspberries combine in these delicious scones.
Fresh New Suites Arrive at Antigua’s Jumby Bay Island
12 new ocean suites have been added at the Oetker Collection’s Jumby Bay in Antigua.
Home of the Week: Marine Residence by Openspace Architecture
In West Vancouver, Openspace Architecture takes a thoughtful approach to dramatic sites, creating a contemporary home with stunning views.
The Threads of God
Caffe la Tana is giving Vancouverites the opportunity to sample the world’s rarest pasta, su filindeu.
The Five Essential Wines From the Penfolds Collection 2023
Since its founding over 175-years ago, Penfolds, the esteemed winery, has established itself as one of the finest in Australia.
Four Hot Hotels for Your Next Trip to New York
If you’re planning a trip to New York and want to stay in one of the city’s hottest new hotels, these are four hotels to check out.
A Mekong Migration of Flavours
When Mekong Fine Thai Cuisine opened its doors in Creekside Village on Canada Day, it brought an eclectic blend of spices to British Columbia’s Coast Mountains, adding to Whistler’s already diverse gastronomical array of restaurants.
HiNote x de Gournay: Digital Messaging Meets Creative Excellence
HiNote offers a customizable alternative to basic digital communication, and presents a collaboration with renowned company de Gournay.
Douglas Coupland Presents The New Ice Age
The new collection by Douglas Coupland at the Toronto Power Plant explores the Canadian landscape and the effects of climate change.
First Look: Raffles Boston
Boston’s Back Bay neighbourhood has a new attraction: Raffles Boston, inspired by the city’s Emerald Necklace.
SilverStar Mountain Resort
While British Columbia boasts numerous exceptional snow sports destinations, SilverStar has remained somewhat under the radar.
The Art of Assemblage
Working in the Ozark Mountains, the team at Assemblage are on a mission to create the most exquisite handmade wallcoverings on the market.
Three Okanagan Valley Wines to Enjoy on International Merlot Day
With International Merlot Day being celebrated, it’s a good time to enjoy a glass of these three fine Okanagan Valley merlot wines.
Design Space: The Fifth Avenue Hotel
Set on fabled Fifth Avenue, it’s part of the flourishing NoMad neighbourhood, where high-style development is arriving at an impressive clip.
Anna Boghiguian Introduces Nomadism to Toronto’s Power Plant
In her new collection, Time of Change, Egyptian-Canadian artist Anna Boghiguian combats our historical amnesia with an exhibition spanning the globe.
Blasted Church’s Divine Wines
Blasted Church Winery was founded about 20 years ago and it has gained a reputation (and many awards) for the quality of its wines.
Recipe of the Week: Roasted Pepper Mussel and Clam Steamer
Chef Tommy Shorthouse from Vancouver’s Fanny Bay Oyster Bar has provided a comforting recipe made with clams, roasted pepper, and chorizo.
Home of the Week: Silver Summit by Imbue Design
Salt Lake City firm, Imbue Design, created a comfortable, elegant house able to withstand an extreme climate.
Step Inside L.A.’s Hottest Restaurant, Dante
This summer, the renowned New York restaurant and bar made its west coast debut, becoming one of the hottest reservations in town.
Angel’s Envy Honours Louisville’s Bourbon History
The Kentucky-based distillery Angel’s Envy has quickly made a name for itself thanks to its unique finishing process.
Eugenia Kim and 25 years of Millinery Magic
Eugenia Kim marks 25 years of excellence, creating a future filled with delectable garments for hat enthusiasts of all sorts.
Children’s Author Jon Klassen’s Book Recommendations
Canadian author Jon Klassen talks about the three books that changed his writing career and life.
2024 Land Rover Defender Rally Series by Bowler
In the Defender Rally Series by Bowler, driving teams compete in a fleet of rally-ready Land Rover Defender 90s.
First Look: The Myriad in Kentucky
The Myriad, created from a former disco ball factory, features a mix of vintage-inspired, industrial, and contemporary style.
Brunello Cucinelli and Holt Renfrew’s Exclusive Capsule Collection
Brunello Cucinelli, and Holt Renfrew, have collaborated on a new capsule collection inspired by the former’s personal wardrobe and style.
Sacro Bosco: A Mystical Sculpture Park Near Rome
North of Rome, in Tuscia, there is a mystical place called the Sacro Bosco di Bomarzo or the Parco dei Mostri (Park of Monsters).
