In this issue

Featuring the beauty of Malta and Istanbul, Sylvia Mantella - A true Canadian beauty whose heart beats for philanthropy, conservation and family, Mads Mikkelsen, Newport County Mansions, Canada's former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, cover feature - Wayne Gretzky the Canadian hockey legend reflects on his life and the competitive spirit that dominated the sport and much more...

THE FIRST AND LAST OF ITS KIND

After speaking with four creatives and visionaries behind No. 7 Dale residences, a united thought emerged: The city’s never seen a project like this before

5 mins

SAVING FASHION, SAVING THE WORLD

Author, photographer, curator and activist Bonnie Young is well-known for her designer clothing, which has adorned stars and models such as Gigi Hadid, Bella Hadid and Priyanka Chopra. Her designs are often splashed on the pages of Vogue, NYT and Harper’s Bazaar. But now, she’s made a commitment to using only fabrics and textiles in her collections that are destined for landfill, proving that upcycled fabrics can be just as fresh and inspiring as the original rolls — without taking a toll

5 mins

VENTURING OUT WITH VERONICA

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

5 mins

THE WORLD IS YOURS, NICKY JAM

A few months before the start of his new world tour, reggaeton star Nicky Jam reflects on his life story of success, downfall and redemption

10+ mins

MONEY SCREAMS, WEALTH WHISPERS

Sh. The secret’s out. Ultra-luxury lifestyle consultant Jaclyn Sienna India shares the latest trends and hidden gems inside the lives of the extremely wealthy, and Dolce took some notes

8 mins

THE NAME'S BOULUD, CHEF DANIEL BOULUD

From his eponymous French brasserie at the Four Seasons Hotel in Yorkville, Toronto, Daniel Boulud shares the stories of working as a young chef in Lyon and how it has informed the restaurant’s modern yet classically inspired menu today

10 mins

HOW TO DRESS YOUR HOME WITH SEASONED DESIGNER JANIE MOLSTER

Dolce spoke with interior designer Janie Molster from her home in North Carolina about her philosophy when it comes to dressing your home your way, filtered through a lens of irreverent design and boho flair

10 mins

FOR THE DRIVE

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

3 mins

HOME SWEET HOME: Tricon Residential builds on a solid legacy by investing in culture, community and connectivity to reimagine rental living across North America

Owning more than 31,000 single- and multi-family homes and apartments in the U.S. and Canada has made Tricon an acknowledged leader in the rental housing market

9 mins

1515: BOSA PROPERTIES AND ARCHITECT OLE SCHEEREN BRINGING INNOVATIVE 3-D LIVING TO VANCOUVER

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

4 mins

WRITTEN IN THE STARS: HOW SIMON KIM WAS DESTINED TO CREATE MICHELIN STAR–WORTHY RESTAURANTS

Restaurateur Simon Kim is bringing fun and fire to the American steakhouse by merging it with Korean barbeque, creating an authentic brand representative of who he is

7 mins

THE NEW APPROACH TO LUXURY HOMES

As customers advocate for maximizing value, Studio 93 Inc is bringing a creative approach to the international market for luxury custom-home design and builds

4 mins

GIOVANNA ENGELBERT: THE BRAINS AND BEAUTY BEHIND SWAROVSKI

Milanese fashion editor-turned-influencer Engelbert takes household brands to a whole new level

3 mins

FROM FERRARI WITH LOVE

Celebrating the one-off cars built by Ferrari for Gianni Agnelli, the new MEF Modena exhibition has opened its doors online

3 mins

CONNECTING THE DOTS: HOW RALF MADI BUILT HIS CAREER ON CURATING CONNECTION

Everything Madi has worked on has led him to his dream project: a hotel in Bali that he can’t wait to present to the world

7 mins

TAMARA BAHRY: A PHOTOGRAPHIC LENS ON LIFE FOR TURNING THE ORDINARY INTO THE EXTRAORDINARY

By turning life’s mundane moments into creative and inspiring art collections, Bahry always includes a philanthropic component to her work by donating part of her sales to charities she’s most passionate about

4 mins

DISSENTS AND AFFIRMATIONS: THE PURSUIT OF SOCIAL JUSTICE

Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s intent, her raison d’être, was clear: all men and all women, regardless of gender, race or creed, must be treated equally without fail

10+ mins

SMELLS LIKE SOMETHING GOOD

When Barb Stegemann’s friend Trevor Greene signed up with the Canadian Armed Forces because he wanted to help women in Afghanistan, she wanted to go, too. She couldn’t. But, when Greene was brutally attacked, Stegemann told him simply, “Don’t worry, I will take up the cause.” This is the story of how she poured her heart and soul into this new mission, achieving something far greater than either of them could ever have imagined — persuading farmers in Afghanistan and war-torn countries around the world to start growing flowers to make essential oil for perfumes

6 mins

CANADIAN GRAND PRIX IN MONTREAL - REINVESTING TO EMERGE AS A FORMULA 1 LEADER

This landmark world sporting event welcomes a new C$50-million permanent building, ensuring its future global status for decades to come

2 mins

BRETT DAVID'S PRESTIGE IMPORTS: EXOTIC CARS CAPTURING SOUTH BEACH SWAGGER

With an inventory featuring Lamborghini, Lotus, Porsche, Ferrari, Bugatti and others, Prestige Imports has become one of the world’s most revered exotic sports car dealers

4 mins

AMEDEO AND ROBERTO: A LOVE STORY BEHIND TWO JEWELRY BRANDS

After the passing of his lifelong partner, Roberto Faraone Mennella, co-founder Amedeo Scognamiglio reminisces about their time together, both on a personal and professional level, and looks toward the future

10+ mins

GULSHAN IN LONDON

Gulshan is a London-based influencer. Her Instagram account @GulshanLondon has more than 175,000 followers and celebrates the vibrancy of life in London

3 mins

DAUNTED BUT UNDETERRED

There are times in life when one hears about events so horrific that they can only describe them as ‘incredible’ or ‘unbelievable.’ Judy Cohen, a Holocaust survivor, shares what it was like to be a part of one of history’s blackest, most ‘unbelievable’ moments

10+ mins

WHAT'S THE ADDRESS? IT'S UNTITLED

What’s in a name? In this case, it’s Untitled, a Toronto high-rise project at Yonge Street and Eglinton Avenue that defies conventional monikers. It’s a place built on a cornerstone of natural elements, parametric design and universal spaces in an unprecedented collaboration with Grammy Award–winning Pharrell Williams. It’s a place to call home

4 mins

Thank you, GOODALL

Jane Goodall has opened our minds, hearts, souls and senses to the fact that we share this planet with other living animals, for which we shall all be eternally grateful

10+ mins

SUSTAINING BEAUTY: HOW PAUL RAFF STUDIO ARCHITECTS SUCCEED BY BEING ENVIRONMENTALLY AWARE

Given that materials such as brick, glass and concrete are used in building, new thinking is needed, and this is where Paul RaffStudio is being socially conscious and globally minded

4 mins

LEAD, FOLLOW OR GET OUT OF THE WAY

Strength, independence and confidence are Ann Kaplan’s secrets for success

7 mins

A LABOUR OF LOVE

Throughout his career, Hani Roustom has helped shape some of the world’s most renowned hospitality brands. Today, he’s managing director of The Hazelton hotel, Toronto’s finest five-star luxury establishment

4 mins

AN ITALIAN INFLUENCE

Salvatore Vita is a Sicilian influencer attending events, collaborating with brands and taking the Italian Instagram world by storm

2 mins

A FORCE OF NATURE

Professional surfer Nic von Rupp talks fear, passion and preparing yourself to take on Mother Nature

3 mins

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