When Quebec’s anti-smoking law came into effect in 2006, the only folks heaving a smoky sigh of relief were cigar aficionados. Thanks to a grandfather clause, the law spared cigar lounges (unlike Toronto, where only an array of now-smokeless shops remains; for the finest of these, click here). Presenting Montreal’s … Read More
In early February, my date and I were at a lingerie fashion show, musing over whether dental floss really qualifies as panties. “Imagine that for Valentine’s Day,” I said. “I don’t believe in Valentine’s Day,” he said. “It’s just commercial crap.” Riight. I used to claim that I agreed with … Read More
An ill-fitting suit is all but worthless, so splurge on tailoring, or, really splurge and go bespoke. A custom handmade suit is an investment of both money – think mid-four-figures – and time; be prepared for meetings to discuss fabrics, linings, lapels and more. But nothing will ever look better. … Read More
Just like the perfect butter tart, a good roti is dependent upon two things – the gooeyness of the filling and the flakiness of that which holds it together. Although there are a number of credible places throughout the city, a trip down Eglinton is that much more authentic. Based … Read More
Having trouble finding ice time? Seventy-five minutes north of Toronto, Lake Simcoe has 752 square kilometres of it from late January to March. Named “the ice fishing capital of the world,” the vast lake becomes a virtual man-village of ice huts and fishing holes, the perfect hideout to bond over … Read More
