Awards of Excellence
2026 Awards of Excellence
AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE Know Someone in Edmonton Who Deserves to be Celebrated? We’re excited to announce the return of the Modern Luxuria Awards of Excellence—now in its second year—celebrating the…
Awards of Excellence
2025 Restaurant: Sabor
Christian Mena and Lino Oliveira opened Sabor in December 2008, inspired by the flavours and hospitality they had encountered while traveling through Europe in their twenties. That vision—of bringing a…
Awards of Excellence
2025 Salon: Parlour Barba
Vea Fonua and Ron Johnston opened the first Parlour Barba location in 2022, hoping to create a sense of community and belonging during an otherwise ordinary experience of visiting the…
Style
The Return of Romance
Lace, brooches, beaded bags, and statement earrings steal the spotlight There’s been a quiet shift in the way people are dressing. Lace is showing up in unexpected ways, layered under…
Style
Fierce Fall Fashion
Velvet, shine, and animal prints for Fall 2020. We are all feeling a little ferocious after what 2020 has thrown at us so far. No surprise we’re seeing a bit…
Style
A Scent Of The Past
Vintage fragrances are making a comeback. Delight in the individuality of these classic perfumes and colognes Symbols of the nineties are resurfacing again. Stores are filled with t-shirts emblazoned with…
Decor
Where You Come for Plants and Stay for the Feeling
Greenland Garden Centre unfolds in layers of colour There’s a consistent feeling among those who step into Greenland Garden Centre. It’s not one thing in particular, but a combination of…
Decor
It’s Personal
Building a sanctuary with Brenda Brix Wherever you spend quality time with loved ones, find peace at the end of a long day, or make the most out of family…
Decor
Living Luxury
What could be more luxurious than always having fresh flowers? Flowers by Merle has been an Edmonton institution since 1966. Though they have been in business for over 50 years,…
Culture
Infinite Inspiration
Where beautiful chaos becomes art — and community A letter from Prince Edward, then the Earl of Wessex (now The Duke of Edinburgh), sits on Edmonton artist Slavo Cech’s mantel.…
Culture
Painting His Way Back to the Big Island
Artist Shawn Mackey’s unique style frequently pays tribute to his great love of Hawaii, and recently he’s been able to focus wholeheartedly on that expression of love thanks to a…
Culture
The Emotional Diary
Krista Acheson transforms personal trauma into provocative, unflinching art Krista Acheson’s artistic practice emerged from an instinctive need to give form to personal trauma. Regardless of the medium, the process…
Cuisine
Saddle Up and Sip: Wine Tours on Horseback
Seven spectacular destinations where the saddle meets the cellar Wine tourism has never been short of imagination, but for those who prefer their glass paired with fresh air and the…
Cuisine
Valentine’s Day Cocktails
Gifts of love served in a glass February might be cold in Alberta, but Valentine’s Day inspires lovebirds to think of creative ways to keep those home fires burning. If…
Cuisine
Eat. Drink. Smoke.
Q Cigar Room is Edmonton’s latest trending luxury lounge, patio, and restaurant. Combining traditions set 200 years ago and infusing modern trends. Now you can smoke indoors. Q Cigar Room…
Lifestyle
Edmonton’s Best Bets for July
From free festivals to stadium spectacles, summer delivers! Edmonton International Street Performers Festival (StreetFest) July 3 to 12 – Sir Winston Churchill Square, Downtown Edmonton StreetFest returns to Churchill…
Lifestyle
Lasting Impression on Downtown Edmonton
Reflecting on a legacy of community and hospitality with Garrett Turta After ten years as General Manager of the Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, one of the most loved landmarks in the…
Lifestyle
Carolyn Campbell
Norquest College’s president is a champion for arts, inclusivity, and Edmonton’s future Carolyn Campbell took over the president’s role at NorQuest College three years ago. Since that time, she has…
Auto
Where Performance Becomes Art
Sigma Automotive delivers an elevated automotive experience through iconic cars and curated customer service Sigma Automotive delivers a curated experience designed to reflect the precision and power of the rare…
Auto
Reinterpreting The Grand Wagoneer Legacy
Taking the premium full-size SUV into uncharted territory The iconic Grand Wagoneer nameplate is back – but it has nothing in common with the Grand Wagoneer of old. The all-new Grand Wagoneer…
Auto
The Iconic G-Class
Timeless, capable, and true to its roots There are a few vehicles that have achieved iconic status—iconic in the way that most people would, at the very least, recognize them,…
