At Home with Kim Vallee

TRAVEL | June 5, 2009

The Latest Trend in Bar: Speakeasy Can Inspire Your Next Party

The latest trends in bar seems is inspired by the era of Prohibition. It is not surprising since it was a period where cocktails flourished. The bartenders of the time have to be resourceful and use all their talent to concoct something delicious with the spirit quality of the time. With mixologists returning to the basics [...]

DINING, EATING out | February 1, 2009

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Go Steelers Go! Happy Super Bowl!

I am not really a football fan but I will celebrate with the guys later this afternoon. I followed football when I was in college because the Diablos of Trois-Rivieres had a great team. In Quebec, we do 2 years of college before going to the university. While we were in Los Angeles We stopped by at [...]

TRAVEL | November 14, 2008

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Jaime Haywood’s City Guide

When we travel, it is best to know the places where the residents hang out. I asked Jaime of It’s A Jaime Thing to tell us about her favorites places in Chicago. She has been more than generous by sharing her number one places. At Home with Kim Vallee (AHWKV): What are your favorite home [...]

TRAVEL | October 27, 2008

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Jennifer Mitchell’s City Guide of Detroit

In an interview, Jennifer Mitchell of Design Hole tells us the best shops and the places to visit in Detroit. At Home with Kim Vallee (AHWKV): Which are your favorite home décor shops? Jennifer: I enjoy: Bureau of Urban Living: super cool, funky gifts, housewares, and décor Mezzanine: the sell high-end European furniture and accessories The League Shop: [...]

EVENT planning, TRAVEL | October 5, 2008

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A Bus Became a Store for the 37th Festival du nouveau cinema

You can convert any space into a fun party space. All you need is a little bit of imagination. Take this bus for example. I am all for it because it is about repurposed and reused items. A two-seat section was transformed into a swing using car safety belts. I saw that kids love the [...]

REVIEWS | July 26, 2008

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Festivities for the Opening of Apple Store in Montreal

Yesterday, I went to the opening of Apple’s Montreal flagship store on Sainte-Catherine Street West. I met a few friends on my way there. I did not spent a lot. I just bought a sport armband for my iPod Touch. I selected the all black Sportsuit Convertible by Marware. I tried it this morning. [...]

DINING, FOOD + drinks | June 16, 2008

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Apéritif à la française 2008 in Montreal

An impressive 24 countries in 38 towns celebrated the Apéritif à la française on Thursday, June 5th, 2008! I really enjoyed my night at Apéritif à la française in Montreal. I was not alone. The evening was a big hit with 1,500 guests attending. This number includes industry insiders and the general public. What Happened? We [...]

DINING, FOOD + drinks | June 5, 2008

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Apéritif à la française around the World on June 5, 2008

Four years ago, the first edition of Apéritif à la française was held in 13 countries and 17 cities. Since then, more cities and countries participate in this culinary experience. Montreal and Toronto in Canada plus New York City are the three North American participating cities. The event always happens on the first Thursday of [...]