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Highlights Introduction It’s a pleasure to meet you, Edmonton 8 Profiles Tom Ford’s Ruby Rush - a signature colour for Chantell Ghosh 16 Style Trends, must-have staples and personal shoppers - Who Cares Wear 18 Couture More than a suit: inspiring men to be passionate about their clothing: Suits by Curtis Eliot 32 Q&A Ashley Wolfe: Forging her own path in an Escalade 44 The Arts Sweet sixteen for Peter Robertson Gallery “It’s all about how art makes you feel” 52 Cuisine Reinventing old, venturing into new – Paul Shufelt, the innovator of the city’s hospitality scene 56 Decor An Edmonton designer with international recognition—a fierce journey of Aness Handous 64
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Let me be surrounded by luxury, I can do without the necessities! - Oscar Wilde
’’ Welcome to the new digital magazine, Modern Luxuria. First, we want to say how grateful we are for this venture. If there’s anything we learned over the last few months, it is how grateful we should all be for luxuries such as a hug from a loved one, coffee with a friend, dinner with a partner, or a bike ride with the family. The world has changed so much during the pandemic, that it now feels like the ‘reset’ button on your phone when things start to slow it down, make it less functional and overheat. Well, we pressed ‘reset’ as well. Our launch event was scheduled for April 2nd, but we couldn’t host gatherings over a few people, and we didn’t think it was the right time. We postponed, and it gave us an opportunity to think about our purpose, our values and our mission. Our mission is to bring you the best this city has to offer, to talk about luxuries, big or small. For some of us, after the isolation, luxury will be breathing fresh air and soaking up the sun in the river valley. Some can’t wait to shop for spring fashions (now likely summer, but we can catch up and do both!). Some may be looking for a new place to call home. Our goal is to share with you the best of the best, from little luxuries like a good coffee or ice cream, to the great ones like a new car, jewelry or a vacation destination. All of it will find a place in Modern Luxuria, as our team is focused on the city, on its businesses and entrepreneurs, on food, tech, travel, fashion and everything else that may be interesting to read about. -8-
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Marlenie Arana, Tracy Sestito, Serap Ozturk, Terri Belley, Elsa Amorim
Our mission is also to support all of those local businesses that had to work hard, reinvent themselves to meet the needs of the new world, the world of social and physical distancing, and to create a new kind of closeness. We are here for you, and can’t wait to talk about your amazing projects! And now, over to you, find us on Instagram @ModernLuxuria or send us a note at hello@modernluxuria.com. Let’s find luxuries together. -9-
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FOUNDER Elsa Amorim
CONTRIBUTORS Jelena Bojic Anissa Branco Curtis Comeau Isaac Haines Jessica Lee Sharon Litchfield Amber Prepchuk Tatyana Semenova Erin Slobodian Sabrina Viana Kristin Zabos
CREATIVE DIRECTOR Terri Belley MANAGING EDITOR Karen Meurer COPY EDITOR Nadine Roppo BRAND AMBASSADORS Marlenie Arana Serap Ozturk Tracy Sestito
Cover photo Tatyana Semenova Hair and makeup Jessica Lee Clothing Who Cares Wear Jewellery Azurys
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SHARON LITCHFIELD When she’s not snapping shots of brides and grooms publications, Sharon
TATYANA SEMENOVA
Litchfield can be
Tatyana Semenova’s
found capturing
AMBER PREPCHUCK
camera lens is known
shots of beautifully
for capturing moments
designed homes.
that reflect the true
Amber Prepchuk knows
The photographer
meaning of an image.
beauty. Her makeup
discovered a
As a small girl in
career began in 2006
new passion for
Russia, the founder of
at MAC Cosmetics.
documenting interiors
4 Chairs Photography
The fun-loving makeup
when she renovated her
artist specializes in
own home. Litchfield's
editorial advertising
work can be found
CURTIS COMEAU
content for television
in Elle Wedding,
Curtis Comeau has
classes. A passionate
and print. Prepchuk
Junebug Weddings,
been standing behind
photographer, painter
literally wrote the
Weddingbells Magazine,
the camera for more
and sculptor, Semenova
book for the makeup
WedLuxe, and in
than 20 years and
has photographed
artist program at EC
Modern Luxuria
is credited with
many of Edmonton’s
Academy and is the
Magazine.
photographing some
most prominent icons.
for international
owner of a freelance
incredible advertising
makeup business.
and editorial content. Some of the more notable subjects he’s photographed include Connor McDavid, Chris Hadfield, and Steve Nash.
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discovered her artistic vision through sketching and drawing
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What does luxuria mean to Krista Ference, and what are her top three luxury items?
Krista is a cofounder and cochair of Lois Hole Hospital Women’s Society and Board member of Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation. Luxuria for me is having the time to devote to my family and friends and also causes that are important to me because I know how fortunate I am in that way. Luxury is the ability to choose everything based on quality and to make those little choices that make life lovely - like valeting my car at the airport, hiring a cleaning service for my home and yard care, having fresh flowers in the house, making most purchase decisions based on principal not on cost. Living a healthy, active and informed life is luxury. To me, luxury is about a way of living and not the things we accumulate. Here are my top three luxury items: 1. Being able to grocery shop without checking prices. We are very fortunate to provide our family with quality, healthy and wholesome foods and I won’t ever compromise in that department. 2. Being able to allow our kids to enter every sport, activity, and experience they have interest in. I believe that introduction to as many skills as possible is important to raising worldly and curious children who will become confident individuals. 3. Being able to travel. Travelling is a must and exposing our girls to the world and it’s diverse cultures is key even if it’s just a surf trip! Of course, we are not travelling during these challenging and unprecedented times. I am hopeful that we all will be able to move freely again and with a new awareness. Love and Health to everyone!
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What does luxuria mean to Patrick Bartoshyk, and what are his top three luxury items?
Patrick is a Naturopathic Doctor at Optimum Wellness Integrated Clinic. What does Luxuria mean to you? Luxuria, to me, denotes a lifestyle that inspires excellence as exemplified by a healthy body and healthy mind. It encompasses the entire spectrum of physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and environmental influences. What are your top three luxury items? 1. Food quality. Farmer’s markets and restaurants that provide local, fresh, seasonal, ethically-raised and sustainable food choices. 2. Customer service. Local businesses and service providers where every interaction is professional, personable, and customer/client-focused. 3. Social venues. Local settings, events, or activities where people with common interests can interact in a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere.
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What does luxuria mean to Chantell Ghosh, and what are her top three luxury items?
Chantell is the Executive Director at Citadel Theatre, and a board member at Edmonton Economic Development Corporation. What does luxuria mean to you? For me, it is definitely about being in a position to make choices choices about where and how you live, what you do with your time, where you work, what experiences you surround yourself with. Most people don’t have that. What are your top three luxury items: 1. Definitely (even more now) – my passport. Having an airline family means hopping on planes where there are open spots and exploring. I am sorely missing that now. 2. The perfect tote bag. Currently I am carrying the AWAY customizable one in Blush that carries all my carry-on necessities and is a great work bag. It looks chic, has tons of room, and isn’t precious. I can carry my yoga stuff, a laptop or a full bottle of wine in it…along with all my other stuff. 3. My Tom Ford Lipstick in the perfect red, Ruby Rush.
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Always Make a Stylish Entrance! This is Where to Shop! WORDS BY ERIN SLOBODIAN PHOTOGRAPHY BY TATYANA SEMENOVA HAIR AND MAKEUP BY AMBER PREPCHUK
Who Cares Wear is the perfect ladies clothing boutique for those who love to shop and for those who are busy with life and work and don’t have a lot of time to spend searching for pieces to add to their wardrobes. Owner Michelle Bessette and her team of buyers are known for carefully curating collections of niche brands of women’s clothing, shoes, and accessories. In other words, Who Cares Wear is full of items that are beautiful, cute, sexy, and on trend. Shoppers who browse and buy from the boutique are pretty much guaranteed to stand out in a crowd due to the uniqueness of the clothing that the store claims you’ll have a hard time finding anywhere else in Edmonton. Shoppers who need help or are just looking to save time can have the perfect look created for them by one of the store stylists. These personal shoppers will find out what you’re looking for, what your style is all about, and will curate outfits specially for you. That means all you have to do is show up, try on what they’ve chosen, and take home only what you love. Who Cares Wear has been part of Edmonton’s retail landscape for more than 20 years and has two locations in Edmonton and one in St. Albert. www.whocareswear.com - 18 -
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A brilliant collection of unique ladies clothing, shoes, and accessories found at Who Cares Wear. Stay on trend and fashionable with help from their personal shoppers
Generation Love- Metallic satin blazer with ruched sleeve Generation Love- Leopard waisted shorts with self tie Gentle Fawn -Valentine mix lace and opaque bodysuit Steve Madden - Dannie natural exotic loafer Jocelyn Kennedy- Black Diamond crystal cuff and bracelet paired with the crystal and silve chain dangle earring
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Nation- Samantha bias cut hammered silk scoop neck dress Michael Kors- Eliza glittery mesh slingback pump Jocelyn Kennedy- Chandelier gold earrings paired with gold crystal cuff
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Black Halo Aviana mini sequin candy shimmer dress Jocelyn Kennedy- teardrop crystal earrings
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Smythe- Midi tea dress alluring low-cut neckline and features delicate ruffle and shirring details Michael Kors -Billie trainer mixed animal-print calf hair with a contrasting accent at the heel, a sport-luxe essential
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Virtuous Single Diamond Pendant necklace
Sparkle and Flicker: Hearts On Fire Diamonds Azurys Jewellers. An authorized retailer for both Hearts On Fire diamonds and Mecanniche Veneziane watches. Azurys Jewellers has more than 50 years combined experience in jewellery and watch repair WORDS BY ERIN SLOBODIAN
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Mystical Swirl Diamond Studs
Juliette 3 Stone Oval Halo Engagement Ring
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Harley Wrap Power Band
Loralei Lattice Diamond Intensive Bangle
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Aurora Triple Tier Hoop Earrings
Much like the crystal chronograph faces and
only the rarest rough diamonds to be sculpted
the glittering diamonds nestled behind them,
to a magnification that is 10x the industry
Azurys Jewellers front windows reflect the
standard and polished to a mirror finish. Owner
bright lights and skyscrapers of Jasper Avenue
Alberto Rysko calls them “exquisite diamonds
in downtown Edmonton. The premier diamond
that sparkle like no other.” Azurys Jewellers
and watch retailer carries a wide selection of
are experts in Swiss watch repair. Rysko says
Swiss watches and is an authorized retailer
they can fix all brands of fine watches but that
of the very special Hearts On Fire Diamonds.
their Elite Swiss Service Centre specializes
Craftsmen skilled enough to draw out the
in Swiss watches, “between my father and
sparkle in a Hearts On Fire Diamond are even
myself, we have more than 50 years combined
more rare than the diamonds themselves.
[experience] fixing the finest watches of
Only 400 such artisans exist. Experts select
the world.” www.azurys.ca
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Duffle With Shoulder Strap
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City Business Moves to the Country An Edmonton couple expands their shop from a Ritchie area garage to an acreage home as they build a leather and waxed canvas future for their small daughters WORDS BY ERIN SLOBODIAN PHOTOGRAPHY BY ISAAC HAINES
Minimalistic, strong and essential. These qualities are at the core of everything that was created inside the small garage of one Edmonton couple’s home for the past few years. A husband and wife duo, Isaac and Kristen Haines have always shared the shop and the tools used to pound out their leather and waxed canvas goods but operate two separate companies: Fieldwork Co. and Luna Goods. - 28 -
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Fieldwork Journal
Classic Dopp bag
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Smugglers Cove Backpack
Early this spring, the Haines’ decided to follow their dream of country living and moved to an acreage where they now have an in-home studio that takes up half of the house. “It’s definitely nicer than working in a garage,” admits Isaac Haines in a chat with Modern Luxuria Magazine. The Fieldwork Co. website features leather belts, camera straps and journals or waxed canvas duffle bags, aprons and backpacks, among other items. Luna Goods specializes exclusively in hand-stitched vegetable tanned leather products. Luna Goods is slowing down operations during the summer months but continues to take custom orders. Kristen has decided to dedicate more of her time to mothering the couple’s two little girls. She can often be found with a piece to work on in her hands as the girls play nearby. An idyllic image but Haines laughs that “it’s not always the perfect picture. Sometimes the girls come in crying. I mean it's life with kids but for the most part, it’s really nice.” The husband and wife team see their handiwork as stitching into existence - not only their products - but a legacy they plan to leave behind for their children to continue building. www.fieldworkco.com, www.lunagoods.com - 30 -
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Oak Bag
Aspen Hip Satchel
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‘‘ The difference between style and fashion is quality. - Giorgio Armani
’’ Google reviews and customer
average North American is not
testimonials speak of receiving
understood as well. There are
exceptional service at Suits by
limited options,” said Farmer. That’s
Curtis Eliot. So it comes as no
where Suits by Curtis Eliot makes
surprise when the founder of the
an impact. They design and have
custom menswear operation in
custom suits and menswear tailored
Edmonton explains that his focus is on
for their customers. The Suits by
customer experience and inspiration.
Curtis Eliot brick and mortar location
In an interview with Modern Luxuria
is a small storefront in the basement
Magazine, Sean Farmer talked about
of Scotia Place in downtown
how quite often he has customers
Edmonton. There is a second
who are frustrated with the lack of
location in Calgary. Clients of the
off-the-rack clothing that appears
business are greeted with thousands
different from what other men are
of swatches of fabric and styles to
wearing but also fits properly. “The
choose from and are encouraged to
majority of manufacturing happens
embrace fashion and clothing that
in countries where the size of the
fits their bodies properly.
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Farmer says his job is to help more people to dress well by showing them how easy and affordable custom clothing can be. “We’re not just selling clothing to people. We’re hopefully inspiring them to be passionate about all their clothing,” admits Farmer. www.suitsbycurtiseliot.com - 34 -
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Italy, Europe, Edmonton: Fashion Forward Custom Mens Shoes An Edmonton shoemaker’s story of success in an industry where competition is global and style is priority
Julio Sanchez was born to a family of shoemakers
many pairs of mens shoes that are specially designed
in Chile. He brought his craft to Canada in 1977 but
for their owners and often end up on runways and
it didn’t become clear to Sanchez that his ancestral
in fashion shows. “There are many stores in the mall
trade could fund his new life in Canada until he fell
that you can see a beautiful shoe in the window
on hard times. In a conversation with Modern Luxuria
but when you put them on a custom made shoe is
Magazine, Sanchez recalled how whenever he was
unlike any other shoe,” Sanchez said. Sanchez goes
between jobs he would earn a living creating leather
into his store everyday to work on creating shoes
goods and even sandals for babies. “We were very
for his clientele. The shoemaker says COVID-19 has
successful. So when my son was born, I opened up
slowed down his ability to take orders and bring in
my own store.” Zapato Sanchez started out as a shoe
new clients but the social distancing has allowed
repair store but when Sanchez’s son grew older the
him to catch up on orders. He says it's a six-month
younger Sanchez went on to study shoe design
long process from design to completion and that the
at the Ars Sutoria School in Italy. “And we’ve been
handcrafted custom made shoes that come out of
designing and making shoes ever since,” Sanchez
his store are like none that you can find in Edmonton.
said with a chuckle. Zapato Sanchez is a small store
“We compete with shoemakers in Italy and in
in West Edmonton Mall but out of its doors walks
Europe,” admits Sanchez. www.zapatosanchez.com
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Luxury Timepieces for Him GemOro selects only the best for its refined customers. In business for over 30 years, the watch and jewellery store in West Edmonton Mall prides itself on bringing a special class of luxury to Edmonton. Three timepieces featured here range from elegance and class to sportiness and strength to marine and modern. WORDS BY ERIN SLOBODIAN
Girard-Perregaux Laureato Absolute Chronograph Sporty, strong, and water-resistant. The Girard-Perregaux Laureato Absolute Chronograph sits wider on the wrist with a 44 mm diameter, rubber strap complete with water-resistance when pushed to 300 metres.
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Premier B01 Chronograph Understated, eye-catching and elegant. The Premier B01 Chronograph echoes Breitling’s Premier design from the 1940s. A transparent sapphire face reveals a self-winding timepiece. Precision beautifully matched with style.
Ulysee Nardin Marine Torpilleur 42 Light, modern and marine. 18 carat rose gold element and folding buckle, roman numeral indexes and a 42 mm diameter. The Marine Torpilleur features a blue dial and a rubber strap. It was made for “those who captain their own destiny.” www.gemoro.ca
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Spectacularly Stylish Spectacles Find the latest designer frames and sunglasses at Women with Vision in downtown Edmonton and at MDO in St. Albert. Optometry, opticians, and sunglass specialists. Don't you see? Your eyes deserve the best! www.womenwithvisionopticians.com www.mdoopticians.com
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Salt Optics vintage oversized round metal tortoiseshell
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Victoria Beckham oversized aviator frame
Oliver People’s clear plastic with metal bridge
Derek Lam matte plastic double bridge frame
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Paul Smith round matte vintage inspired with detailed titanium inside temples
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Matsuda Japanese titanium with floating nose piece
Matsuda round plastic with Japanese titanium
Matsuda sunglasses made clear with detailed titanium construction and large round double bridge
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Following a family legacy, Ashley is forging her own path built on p 19 questions with Ashley Wolfe
Getting to know Ashley Wolfe, a fourth generation business owner—what we were thinking of introducing her as originally— was so inspiring. But that intro doesn’t seem enough anymore; aside from being a President at a large, family owned dealership Wolfe Cadillac, she is a mom, an athlete and a pilot! Breaking stereotypes all over the place, Ashley told us what it’s like to run a large business in Alberta, what her passions are, what drives her (well, we know it’s a Cadillac, but still wanted to know more), and what does luxuria mean to her. What was your dream job when you were a kid? I always wanted to be a professional baseball player when I was young, but I soon realized that there was no way to make a living as a female baseball player. I then thought about some sort of search and rescue job flying helicopters or working in the Coast Guard. Being a secret agent in the FBI was high on my list as well right up through college. Or a professional ski guide. PHOTOGRAPHY BY TATYANA SEMENOVA HAIR BY SABRINA VIANA MAKEUP BY JESSICA LEE
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passion, trust and gratitude:
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Tell us about growing up in a family of entrepreneurs and community builders? Please expand on this question. I grew up with very strong role models. Both of my parents were business owners and heavily involved in their community. My brother and I were surrounded by overachievers, and educators in our extended family. I was exposed to very strong independent women that paved the way for me to think that there wasn’t anything I couldn’t accomplish. They supported me in competitive athletics and pushed me to never settle for mediocrity, excelling at what I chose to do was the only way to go. I learned from both sides of my family that giving back was a priority as there were many less fortunate. Both sides of my family demanded that I get an education and work hard for a living, there were no shortcuts and no free rides. How did you get to where you are today, and who helped you along the way? I started in the automotive business in 2005 right out of University. My father was a huge supporter of mine as I learned the family business and put faith in my decision-making right away which enabled me to build confidence in my role. I was fortunate to be surrounded by some excellent members of the management team that had loyalty to my father which I earned over time. The existing leaders in the organization trained me in the business. Along the way I made it a priority to always be learning, taking 2-3 leadership and management courses per year to build my communication skills. I also attended the National Automobile Dealer Academy. - 46 -
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Who is your mentor? Peter Heppner, he is the Dealer Principle of Preston Chevrolet GMC Buick Cadillac in Langley BC. For years he ran our stores in Edmonton and was a valuable member of our team. I speak to him 2-3 times per week and gain insight on all kinds of things related to the auto industry. My career would not be what it is if it weren’t for him. What have you learned about leadership and entrepreneurship? “It’s all about the people” You cannot get anywhere is this life going at it alone. Surrounding yourself with great people is the key to a successful business. Give appreciation often, take the time to listen to your team and always give them a platform to have an opinion on the business and what the future opportunities are. Be consistent. What woman inspires you and why? My grandmother inspires me, although she has now passed away. She raised 5 children on her own, was an educator, travelled across Europe on her bicycle, canoed the Bowern Lakes, was the first woman on the downhill ski team in Juneau Alaska, had a University degree, and was financially savvy and independent. She worked with her hands and PHOTO SUPPLIED
had a garden. She inspires me daily…when she was alive, she accomplished so much against all odds and did so many things that only men did at that time. She was my hero. What is the biggest challenge for women in leadership? It’s all a big challenge. The obvious answer is that we must work that much harder than men to be recognized and taken seriously in positions of power. - 47 -
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What does the day in the life of a Wolfe Automotive Group CEO look like? I am awakened by my 4-year-old who has a habit of climbing in bed with us around 5:15. I exercise and stretch. Make breakfast for both of my boys. I head to work at 7:30 to my head office in Calgary of which I spend 50% of my week. The other 50% I move around to our other locations in Edmonton and Canmore. My days consist of inspecting what I expect from the upper management team, and working through high level opportunities, or concerns. I leave the store around 5 pm and head off to coach one of my sons’ teams, currently it’s Timbits hockey, soon to be T-Ball. If possible, my husband and I try to squeeze one date night in a week. How do you balance personal and professional life? Work in progress. As a working mother
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it’s more about guilt management. There are never enough hours in the day to accomplish what I want to accomplish at work, and every additional hour I spend away from my family makes me feel guilty.
What does LUXURIA mean to you?
For me it’s all about consistency, I try and
Excellence.
make sure if I’m in town I am eating dinner with my family and reading stories with my
How has the technology in vehicles changed
children. I focus on being present in the
over the years?
environment that I’m in, if I’m at home I am
Major improvements, some of our Cadillacs
100% focused on my family and try my best
can drive themselves. Interactive features with
to not engage on my telephone or answer
Bluetooth technology, GPS navigation, Heated
emails regarding work. The opposite is true
and cooled seats, massaging seats. Vehicle’s have
when I am at the office.
become way more interactive over the years.
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What is your favorite Cadillac? The Cadillac Escalade What is your favorite feature in a brand new Cadillac? Massaging seats Why is helping the community so important to you and your team? Helping people is in our bones. My brother and I were raised that when you were a leader in the community it was your responsibility to give back. Loyalty comes by putting the needs of others in front of your own. Where do you go for a night out? Depends on whether it’s to dinner or for some outside recreation time. In spring and summer, I love to go for a mountain bike ride with my family and have a picnic dinner. In the winter I enjoy playing outdoor hockey. If it’s a dinner PHOTO SUPPLIED
date with my husband I’m a fan of good red wine and Italian food. I also love live music. What hobbies do you have? Surfing, Mountain biking, camping, playing
What is the culture at Wolfe Cadillac? How do
baseball, coaching, skiing, snowmobiling,
you celebrate your success with your team?
flying, hiking, basketball, playing guitar,
One of honesty and integrity. A culture of
reading, travelling, exercising…. Anything active
innovation, we are constantly trying to come
and outside!
up with ways to separate ourselves from our competition with our customer experience. I try
You are not only a female CEO in the
to recognize the achievements of our team on a
Automotive Industry. You are a pilot?
regular basis, stop by as much as possible and talk
Yes, I love to fly. I am a pilot and I own my own
to different members of the team. We keep the
plane. I fly from Calgary to Edmonton for my
whole dealership informed with our milestones.
business meetings. www.wolfecadillac.com
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Celebrate! 16 Years of Art in Edmonton Peter Robertson Gallery marks a milestone in June while it tackles social distancing rules and COVID-19 COVID-19 may have put a damper on operations but the virus isn’t stopping Peter Robertson Gallery from interacting with artists and lovers of art. Like most businesses, the 124th street gallery closed for weeks as COVID-19 moved into the Edmonton region but reopened in time for the May Long Weekend. “It was incredible to engage with people again,” smiled Camille Robertson. Camille Robertson is married to the man the gallery is named for, Peter Robertson. The two have been together for more than three decades and are passionate about helping people to understand that art is about how it makes you feel and not necessarily what it might be worth one day. “Art is really an important part of people's lives. It really changes their space. Buyers should really look for art that speaks to them and we love to help people to discover that,” explains Robertson.The month of June is special for the gallery. Celebrate is an exhibition that marks the 16th anniversary of the founding of Peter Robertson Gallery. The show will run from June 20th - July 23rd and will highlight several artists. www.probertsongallery.com
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Artworks left to right: Peter Von Tiesenhausen One Year Later; Alice Teichert Moment by Moment; Matt Bahen Porcupine
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Julian Forrest False Dilemma #1
Erin Loree Secrets of Night I
Kristy Templeton Davidge Red Flower Blouse
Steve Driscoll The Simplest Pleasures
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Workshop Eatery Reopens Dining Room and Patio
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The chef and crew over at Workshop Eatery sure have a lot of moxy. They’ve managed to pave the way for many restaurateurs to hang onto more of their revenue during the several weeks of the COVID-19 lockdown. They completely changed the way they operate all of their restaurants in response to the pandemic and now they’re opening a brand new restaurant, even as their customer base remains uncertain. 2020 has been a hard year for many people and businesses but somehow Workshop Eatery owner and chef Paul Shufelt and team continue to lead the way. Shortly after the COVID-19 lockdown began, Shufelt posted a video to social media encouraging consumers to order directly from restaurants for delivery or pick-up. He pointed out that third-party delivery services like Skip The Dishes, Uber Eats, and DoorDash take around 30% of the bill customers pay to the restaurants. With delivery and takeout accounting for 100% of restaurant sales during the lockdown, Shufelt felt a third of sales was unsustainable to pay for delivery services. The video went viral. Shufelt said the owners of other restaurants have told him their sales doubled after the video was posted. “It kind of snowballed,” he said in an interview with Modern Luxuria Magazine. “I guess it did impact not just us but others in the community.” Workshop Eatery is a fine-dining restaurant where guests can order three or four course meals and bottles of wine or snifters of scotch. When lockdown hit, the owners knew that they’d have to rethink the entire concept in order to keep the business afloat so they temporarily rebranded it as Woodshed South, a spin-off of their Woodshed Burgers location on Edmonton’s 124th Street.
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The plan is to continue selling burgers out of the south-side location until the dust settles. On Monday June 1st, Workshop Eatery will re-open its doors for dining room and patio service using the Woodshed South menu. Workshop Eatery and Woodshed Burgers are part of the expanding Robert Spencer Hospitality Group. Most recently it opened two restaurants called The Greenhouse in two City of Edmonton golf courses which are currently in operation. The group has another new restaurant in the works but details won’t be released until contracts are signed and that could be as early as the first week of June 2020. Shufelt laughed when asked if people think he’s insane to open a new restaurant during a global pandemic, “The short answer is yes,” he admitted. “But if I can open a new restaurant during COVID, I can pretty much do anything!” www.theworkshopeatery.com
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Pantry Board
Salmon with Swiss Chard Risotto, Beer PureĂŠe and Orang Beurre Blanc
Nonay Cut
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Cheers! Raising a Glass to European Roots in Alberta
Many wine connoisseurs in Alberta have undoubtedly sipped from a bottle that was
An Edmonton wine importer’s approach to bringing centuries of winemaking heritage home to Alberta
carefully selected by an importer who takes very seriously the relationship vineyard growers have with the earth and with history. Enotri Wine Marketing founder Eberhard Tamm has travelled the wine producing world, including Italy, Spain,
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for vineyards that hold similar philosophies to his
tend. Tamm finds the best vineyards and then
“Roots Matter� credo that takes the land and its
brings their wine and their stories home to Alberta
heritage to heart. Enotri Wine Marketing looks for
restaurants and liquor stores. He often spends
vineyards and wineries that have a centuries-long
hours and days with the people who work the land
lineage of grape-growing and winemaking. The
learning their stories and the history of the wine.
wine importer chooses those that have a deep
It is said that opening a bottle of wine with Tamm
respect for the soil and nature and whose owners
is like opening a portal to a place where Europe
live on the land surrounded by the vines they
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Camping Chocolate? Talk About Luxury! The smell of campfire, the sound of wolves and owls in the distance, the taste of beautiful chocolate melting in your mouth. Sounds like a summer-time paradise! JACEK Chocolate Couture is excited to present its Camping Chocolate available for delivery or curb-side pick-up.
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Bring the campfire-flavours home with the JACEK Camping Experience Kit. It includes a recipe for homemade graham crackers, house-made marshmallows, chocolate bars, sipping chocolate and a scavenger hunt activity. Delicious and perfect to break into around the campfire. The Edmund Bar is 90% craft dark chocolate with pumpkin seeds, chia seeds and sunflower seeds. Easy to pack, easy to carry, easy to eat! Keep your eyes peeled for The Prism Collection that will be available in early July 2020. This rainbow inspired collection includes flavours filled with sunshine and joy! Red Velvet, Mango Lassi and Blueberry are just a few of the flavours that are coming soon. www.jacekchocolate.com - 63 -
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Limitless, Fearless and Fierce An Edmonton interior designer’s pivotal journey of international recognition, limitless possibilities, and rock solid belief in herself. Structurally speaking, this stunning
for the International Design and
home has good bones but it needed
Architecture Awards that left her with
some love when Aness Handous found
a profound new belief in herself. ”I had
it online, one day after it was listed
the confidence to fully trust myself to
for sale in October 2019. Handous is
unleash the potential that I had with
the founder of Tailored Interiors Inc., a
creating great design. I was no longer
design firm based in Edmonton. She
afraid to be judged for my creations
searched far and wide for the right
and my decisions.” The home features
house for more than two years while
a black, white, and gold colour scheme
considering several options, including
with pops of deep green accents,
new builds and renovation properties.
custom metal railings, and a dramatic
Finally, something about this particular
kitchen that Handous refers to as “the
house felt right. Handous recalls
heart of the home.” The project has
knowing this home purchase, design,
recently been shortlisted for several
and renovation would be a milestone
awards at the International Design
that would mark her new status as an
and Architecture Awards for 2020.
independent woman and successful
Among the awards that Tailored
mother of three. In a conversation with
Interiors Inc. is entered to win are the
Modern Luxuria Magazine, Handous
global awards for Best Living Space
passionately talked about how she
and Best Interior Design Scheme. The
had a feeling of “limitlessness” during
awards ceremony is slated to be held
the design and construction of the
in London, England in September
project. She pointed to what she
2020 and Handous plans to be there.
calls “a life-changing trip” to England
www. tailoredinterior.ca
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Custom welded metal railings deigned by Tailored Interior Inc and crafted by Iron Elements Inc. Railings: Designed by Tailored Interior Inc Crafted/made by Iron Elements Inc Mirror: Global Views Medium Hoop Convex Mirror available at Neiman Marcus Console: Everly Quinn Bowl: Zara Home. Available online.Doors: Solid core interior doors available at Metrie Interior Mouldings and Doors from their "Fashion Forward" Collection. Paint colour “Pure White� from Sherwin Williams and hardware is available at MTECHPlant: Faux Fiddle Plant by Artiplanto. Available online
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Kitchen cabinetry : Custom designed by Tailored Interior Inc Diamond Kitchen and Cabinetry Marble: 5 x 10 custom marble porcelain slabs available at Accent Marble and Tile Island pendants: Pavilion Lighting Appliances: Frigidaire Proffessional. Available online Faucet: GAPPO Touch On Pull Out Kitchen Sink Faucet Countertop: Irah Bianco Quartz available at Accent marble and Tile Backsplash: 5 x 10 custom marble porcelain slabs available at Accent Marble and Tile
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Wall Plates: Zara Home Light fixture: Pavilion Lighting Vintage French Round Cane Back Dining Chairs: Restoration Hardware CARTESIO 2.0 dining table in colour Platino 410 by ALF (+) DAFRE ITALIA Jazz Age Hand Knotted Rug by Ralph Lauren Home available at Neiman Marcus
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Light Fixture: Pavilion Lighting Bed: Gianluca Cream Velvet Canopy Bed by Mercer 41 Linens: Sferra available at Neiman Marcus
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Light fixture: Pavilion Lighting Wall Art: J.J Art Company By Justine Joanna Plants: Faux Fiddle Plant available at Artiplanto Console table: Glass top black velvet console table with gold curved leg tips available at Sunpan Mirror: Infinity 50” Round Brass Wall Mirror available at CB2 Canada Area Rug: Jaques Hand - Knotted Rug, 10’ x 14’, by Safavieh available at Neiman Marcus Sofas: Handmade balck velvet sofa available at Cottswood Furnishings Coffee Table: Everly Quinn Wallpaper: York Wallpaper
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World Class Luxury M
The JW Marriott Edmonton ICE District offers guests lavish acc
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Marks YEG’s Skyline
commodations and access to everything a traveller could ask for
IN SLOBODIAN
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The evolution of Edmonton’s city skyline includes a 55-storey tall tower that is home to an upscale hotel that is said to have features that rival the best of Las Vegas. The JW Marriott Edmonton ICE District is the place to stay for travellers looking for lux accommodations, fabulous amenities, and access to world-class food and entertainment. From the front desk to the presidential suite, the hotel features all the details one would expect of a luxury hotel including a state of the art health facility, excellent restaurants, and beautifully designed, ultra-comfortable accommodations.
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The most exclusive of the suites available to guests is the presidential suite which takes up 1,800 square feet of living space and offers a spectacular view, its own bar and lounge, a sophisticated living area with a price-tag of $4500 per night. Bodies are moving and sweating in the massive health and wellness facility. Archetype is a 13,000 square foot
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gym that has personal trainers, coaches, yoga, and core strength workouts curated and personalized for each guest. If rejuvenation is in order, relax with treatments and wellness techniques created by the Spa by JW™ professionals. The spa’s ambience is lush and peaceful with inviting social spaces, five treatment rooms, and express spa treatments.
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The hotel is conveniently located in Edmonton’s trendy ICE Ditrict and is connected by pedestrian walkways to Rogers Place where guests can take in a concert, a hockey game, or play a hand or two at a casino before strolling back to rest in the luxurious comfort of their rooms. www.marriott.com - 78 -
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