CHEF LAPRISE garnered the James Beard Foundation award in New York last week as author of ‘’TOQUÉ! Creators of a Quebec Gastronomy” in the book category “Cooking from a Professional Point of View’’.
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On Monday, March 18 the Downtown YMCA will launch its annual fundraising campaign, with a target of $85,000 for 2013. The festivities will begin at noon and at 5:00 p.m. (in the atrium) with a Latin-flavoured participatory sports activity. The Centre is inviting its members, the general public, passersby, and the media to join in this fiesta! Many fundraising activities will be taking place until early May. Interested participants are invited to reserve Saturday, April 20 (9:30 a.m.
Montreal Luxury Hotel Only Five Diamond Rated Property in Quebec, One of Four in Canada
The Ritz-Carlton Montreal, just four months after re-opening, has been awarded the prestigious AAA Five Diamond Award®, recognizing its status as one of North America’s most luxurious hotels. The property joins just three other Five Diamond rated hotels in Canada, and is the only one in Quebec.
In its September 24th issue, Maclean’s Magazine declares Normand Laprise, Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux and co-owner of Toqué! in Montreal – CHEF OF THE YEAR. On the eve of the 20th anniversary of his renowned restaurant as well as the launch of his first ever cookbook, this nomination adds a most happy note.
A|X Armani Exchange continues its expansion in Canada with the grand opening of a flagship store in Montreal on Sainte-Catherine street. With the unveiling, A|X Armani Exchange creates an environment that reflects the brands signature iconic style and design. The 4,638 square-foot store is the first freestanding store in Canada to feature the brands latest store design and the provinces second property. Its décor is full of warm light, interesting textures and clean, clear hues consistent with the urban, stylish A|X Armani Exchange collection.
Last Monday marked the official reopening of the Ritz-Carlton Montreal, following an extensive $200 million restoration, where no expense was spared in combining the latest amenities with the splendour of the past and the distinction of a leading hotel. The Grande Dame of Sherbrooke Street is back—in all her glory.
evenko and Broadway Across Canada are proud to present WICKED, the most anticipated musical production of 2012. Tickets will go on sale to the public on Saturday, March 17th.
It's the ''grande dame '' jubilee! Place Ville Marie recently kicked off the festivities to mark its 50th anniversary, in the presence of associate partners and many key figures from the business community and architecture and urban planning circles. A series of events is planned to highlight this jubilee year for the landmark cruciform tower, its 10,000 occupants, its 360,000 weekly visitors and all Montrealers.
Destination centre-ville's new website designed by Kryzalid reveals a magical atmosphere with photography highlighting the heart of Montreal. Activities, restaurants, shopping and hotels are featured in a sleek design and user-friendly interface.










