Lifestyle

As a proud dog owner myself, I know firsthand how important it is to reward (with moderation) our furry friends with tasty, healthy and nutritious treats. Dogs love treats, at least most of them.  And why wouldn’t they? Dog treats are a great way to show our pets that we love them and appreciate their …

Being on holiday and drinking tends to go hand in hand. Am I right?  While visiting Nova Scotia and enjoying the outdoors, there is no reason why you shouldn’t quench your thirst on some local brews or spirits.  After all, eating local has become a trend, so why not drinking? Now, now.  This article is …

My New Year resolution for 2022 was to read one book per month. For once, I achieved my goal. In fact, I surpassed it. I traded in my obsession with shoes for books. Some people see reading as a waste of time, counterproductive and I was one of those people. Yet something slowly shifted in …

As I wobbled into l’Hemisphere Gauche on Beaubien Street in Montreal, I was warmly greeted by the French Canadian band members of Sunday Crisp. I discovered this band by chance while doing an activity in Rosemont-Petite Patrie. During the activity, I heard energetic music and the sound of a large crowd coming from the other …

Who doesn’t like a good old rainy day to snuggle up on the couch, drink some hot cocoa and watch a movie? Kids, that’s who. While that is fine and dandy, since it rains more than 3 months a year in Montreal, you can’t remain all cooped up inside. The kids will go bonkers and …

Sometimes the best things in Montreal can be free, even on a guided tour. Montreal has 380 years of history to share over 365km2. In fact, it’s actually older than Canada. It’s easy to catch a glimpse of its history just by walking around the Old port. Yet, there is much more to discover than …