From her early days interning at New York’s most coveted magazines to now running her own global communications consultancy and strategic advisory agency, there’s nothing but stars in Veronica Speck’s future. Picture this: you’re in your early twenties, interning at Vogue magazine in the Special Events Department. You’re assisting in the planning of the American …
Josh Basseches, director and CEO of the Royal Ontario Museum, reflects on art history, travel and working for a great museum in an exceptional city. Growing up in Washington, D.C., Josh Basseches was surrounded by standout museums. Whether it’s the Smithsonian Institution, which stands today as 21 museums, galleries, gardens and a zoo, the National …
Tom Mihalik’s Tom’s Place stands atop men’s apparel from its modest beginnings in Toronto’s Kensington Market. In almost every major metropolitan city, there exists a certain retail “legend.” That special and distinctive man or woman, who personifies their business or industry, is known throughout the city, and possesses that larger-than-life personality trait that can best …
The distinctive design, with horizontal elements introduced into a vertical building, will make 1515 Alberni Street one of the landmark structures in perhaps the world’s most beautiful natural urban setting. While he certainly couldn’t know it at the time, 18th-century English naval explorer George Vancouver was sailing one of the world’s most naturally beautiful and …
Condoville’s expertise perfectly positions Riverwalk Niagara luxury condominiums. When the world thinks of Canada, a few images come to mind: a Mountie, perhaps a snow-capped mountain or pristine lake, but most definitely Niagara Falls. Located on the U.S. border just 90 mins from Toronto, Niagara Falls has been known primarily as one of the world’s …
Growing up with 32 siblings from all over the world, Sash Simpson’s dishes represent the whole globe, with flavours spanning from continent to continent. Recently, Simpson took Dolce into his kitchen to explore his Indian roots through one of his signature dishes: Chilean sea bass with Madras curry. “What I would do is: get a …
Stone Tile started with its co-founder and president, Sylvia Benchimol, working from her car. Today, it’s one of the most respected stone, tile and wood businesses in the industry. Not only does Stone Tile have an unwavering commitment to staying ahead of fashion trends, but it also employs close to 200 people and has more …
Every year, luxury cars gather in the town of Grimsby to take part in the Sessanta Miglia. Its co-founder, Robert Hattin, explains how they’re driving for change. When asked when his love for cars began, Robert Hattin puts it down to genetics. “My father was a naval aviator in the Second World War, so he …
After closing its doors for months, the AGO’s director of visitor experience, Herman Lo, reflects on delivering exhibitions in lockdown and how the art world can prepare itself for the new normal. Growing up, Herman Lo always felt privileged living in a city like Toronto. With institutions spanning the Royal Ontario Museum, Bata Shoe Museum …
Enchanted with combinations of detailed embroidery, eccentric fabrics, and vintage flair, there’s no better time to put on the ritz than with these twenties-inspired looks. PHOTOS: OLIVER RAUH PRODUCTION: OLIVER RAUH STYLING: SAMIR ABOU-SUEDE DIGITAL OPERATOR: MARTIN KULA MAKEUP/HAIR: CORINA FRIEDRICH/LESARTISTS RETOUCH: CHRISTOPH MALEH MODEL: SOULIN OMAR/LOUISA MODELS SPECIAL THANKS TO STERN GALERIE MÜNCHEN FOR …
