THE PORTHOLE
The Other, a reflection of our desires and our conflicting realities.
First of all, I’d like to welcome you. Each year, we extend our best wishes for the new year to our loved ones, we make resolutions for ourselves… But we forget you, the lovely new year all decked out in white!
As the Holidays approach, I become one of those people who are all anxious about getting everyone on their list the perfect gift. Or at least, I was one of those people until our Creative Director told us about the growing trend of offering experiences rather than objects. Instantly, a light bulb came on over my head, which has led to this piece.
It’s the Holiday season! A welcome break from the hectic pace of daily life, and a chance to catch up with friends and loved ones and share some fun and happy times. Still, this time of the year can be a real headache for people with special diets, particularly veganism, whose popularity is on the rise.
Sure, online shopping can help ward off some Holiday stress. Still, to reap its full benefits, it’s essential to be familiar with the basics of online shopping. Here are some useful tips to consider before taking the plunge.
Even the oldest traditions of yore are not set in stone, it is possible to honour a custom while giving it a fresh twist. And sometimes, revisiting folklore can lead to some pleasant surprises. The following Christmas decorating ideas are proof!
Montreal enjoys a reputation as a great place for lovers of fine dining. Indeed, the city offers a rich mosaic of restaurants with mouthwatering fare. As a result, choosing where to dine can sometimes be a challenging and bewildering undertaking. We are delighted to have on board nutritionist Ève Crépeau to help us make sense of it all. Ève is passionate about good food and acquaints us with some of her favourite Montreal eateries, pointing out locations that reflect a variety of current trends in the wide world of nutrition.
