Gen's Delights - Featured Author for Mountain Lake PBS - Gen's Delights
Featured Author and blogger of Mountain Lake PBS
For me a good trip (whether for business or pleasure) should be satisfying and include delicious food, comfortable accommodation and unforgettable activities. “Gen's Delights” invites you to join me as I embark on a journey of discovery around Montreal and its surrounding regions. Through this blog, I wish to share my favorite “Coup de Coeur” food and travel destinations with community members as well as offer tips and advice for the savvy traveler. Bon voyage!
For me a good trip (whether for business or pleasure) should be satisfying and include delicious food, comfortable accommodation and unforgettable activities. “Gen's Delights” invites you to join me as I embark on a journey of discovery around Montreal and its surrounding regions. Through this blog, I wish to share my favorite “Coup de Coeur” food and travel destinations with community members as well as offer tips and advice for the savvy traveler. Bon voyage!
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I am part of the Young Leaders Circle of the Montreal Children's Hospital Foundation . I help organize the yearly Incognito Masked Ball
I was selected as an Activator for the Rideau Hall Foundation: 40 curated individuals , all experts in their field and from all corners of Canada who collaborated over 48 hours to create the blueprint of what will be the greatest 150 anniversary present for all Canadians: A foundation for all.
Images taken at my first solo NAIL POLISH art vernissage fundraiser for Shriners Hospitals for Children Canada 18 -19 october 2013 http://www.journaldemontreal.com/2013/10/11/des-toiles-au-vernis-a-ongles
From May 27th to the 29th, Montreal hosted C2-MTL at l’Arsenal, right in the heart of one of Montreal’s fastest growing commercial and residential districts; Griffintown.
Now in its third year, C2-Mtl has gained worldwide recognition as being a top tier international business conference on commerce and creativity (www.c2mtl.com). Curated by design, communications and advertizing agency SID LEE and supported by Founding Partner Cirque du Soleil, Content Partner Fast Company magazine, and Leadership Partner Microsoft, this annual gathering helps to build connecting bridges between the 4000 + participants over three activity and workshop filled days.
- See more at: http://mountainlake.org/blogs/gens-delights/c2-mtl%3A--a-business-conference-somewhere-between-genius-and-/#sthash.urcTJ1SB.dpuf
Now in its third year, C2-Mtl has gained worldwide recognition as being a top tier international business conference on commerce and creativity (www.c2mtl.com). Curated by design, communications and advertizing agency SID LEE and supported by Founding Partner Cirque du Soleil, Content Partner Fast Company magazine, and Leadership Partner Microsoft, this annual gathering helps to build connecting bridges between the 4000 + participants over three activity and workshop filled days.
- See more at: http://mountainlake.org/blogs/gens-delights/c2-mtl%3A--a-business-conference-somewhere-between-genius-and-/#sthash.urcTJ1SB.dpuf
Fantasia Film Festival
Covering the 2013 edition of the Fantasia Film Festival : Montreal's most outstanding and largest genre film festival in North America.
From day one Fantasia film Festival started with a bang with a cast of impressive volunteers, programmers and lines of loyal fans !!!
I have been attending this unique festival almost since it's inaugural year in 1996. One of the most charming things that I absolutely love about the festival is the general openness and convivial atmosphere from all its participants. Guests and directors are willing and encouraged to mingle with attendees before and after screenings and it is not unusual for parties to continue until the wee hours of the morning at various local pubs.
During screenings don't be surprised to hear cheers or loud applause when an actor/actrice accomplishes glorious feats of bravery on screen.
On the program launching the first official day of screenings was Takashi Miike latest suspense thriller: SHIELD OF STRAW, followed by James Wan THE CONJURING. The second film was hosted by graceful young actress Joey King ( featured in picture below)
Among the many North American premieres that the Festival have helped launch are included Ringu, Inglourious Basterds, Thirst, We Are What We Are, Visitor Q and Night Watch.
For it's 2014 edition running ( July 17th to August 5th ) Director Abel Ferrara will introduce his film : Welcome to New York "starring Gerard Depardieu " as the closing film of the festival !!!
From day one Fantasia film Festival started with a bang with a cast of impressive volunteers, programmers and lines of loyal fans !!!
I have been attending this unique festival almost since it's inaugural year in 1996. One of the most charming things that I absolutely love about the festival is the general openness and convivial atmosphere from all its participants. Guests and directors are willing and encouraged to mingle with attendees before and after screenings and it is not unusual for parties to continue until the wee hours of the morning at various local pubs.
During screenings don't be surprised to hear cheers or loud applause when an actor/actrice accomplishes glorious feats of bravery on screen.
On the program launching the first official day of screenings was Takashi Miike latest suspense thriller: SHIELD OF STRAW, followed by James Wan THE CONJURING. The second film was hosted by graceful young actress Joey King ( featured in picture below)
Among the many North American premieres that the Festival have helped launch are included Ringu, Inglourious Basterds, Thirst, We Are What We Are, Visitor Q and Night Watch.
For it's 2014 edition running ( July 17th to August 5th ) Director Abel Ferrara will introduce his film : Welcome to New York "starring Gerard Depardieu " as the closing film of the festival !!!
Birks for Bees and Veuve Clicquot Yellow Fashion week 2014
BIRKS Buzzes with a new BeeThemed Collection and a Sweet as Honey launch Party
Did you know we would have a huge starvation issue on our hands without bees and their significant role in fruit and vegetable production?
For their 135th anniversary, Birks is supporting the honey bee preservation through the launch of three special bee themed collections. From Tuesday, May 27th Birks will unveil these exclusive collections as well as an urban beekeeping installation and suspended green roof at its flagship Square Phillips location in Montreal with the support of Alveole, a local group who promotes urban beekeeping and Topia, an award-winning landscape design firm. An elegant client and press only garden-themed party will officially launch the new collection.
- See more at: http://mountainlake.org/blogs/gens-delights/birks-for-bees%2C-c2-mtl%2C-f1-and-ritz-carlton-grand-prix-party/#sthash.fhlIPWO6.dpuf
Did you know we would have a huge starvation issue on our hands without bees and their significant role in fruit and vegetable production?
For their 135th anniversary, Birks is supporting the honey bee preservation through the launch of three special bee themed collections. From Tuesday, May 27th Birks will unveil these exclusive collections as well as an urban beekeeping installation and suspended green roof at its flagship Square Phillips location in Montreal with the support of Alveole, a local group who promotes urban beekeeping and Topia, an award-winning landscape design firm. An elegant client and press only garden-themed party will officially launch the new collection.
- See more at: http://mountainlake.org/blogs/gens-delights/birks-for-bees%2C-c2-mtl%2C-f1-and-ritz-carlton-grand-prix-party/#sthash.fhlIPWO6.dpuf
RITZ CARLTON Montreal and INFINITY Canada celebrates the Grand Prix Weekend !
Ritz-Carlton Montreal and infinity Canada will be joining in the race festivities by hosting the second edition of their exclusive Grand Prix Garden Party. This party inspired by performance, will take place in the hotel’s iconic Oval Room and Terrace, as well as the Palm Court on June 6th from 7:00pm until 2am.
Some of last year’s VIP guests , decked in glitzy and glamorous tuxes and gowns, included Montreal Canadian players Brandon Prust and PK Subban as well as TV personality Anne-Marie Withenshaw, and Quebec icon Mitsou ! This year’s line up includes a special appearance by David Coulthard, Red Bull ambassador and Former Grand Prix Driver.
Guests can expect a night of lush entertainment and VIP treatment with red carpet entry to the stunning oval room, a lounge atmosphere with mood-setting lighting, décor and an impressive display of rose bouquets, a flowing champagne bar, exquisite food stations, live music, fashion shows, luxurious gift bags and the unveiling of the Infinity Q50 Eau Rouge concept car!
- See more at: http://mountainlake.org/blogs/gens-delights/birks-for-bees%2C-c2-mtl%2C-f1-and-ritz-carlton-grand-prix-party/#sthash.fhlIPWO6.dpuf
Ritz-Carlton Montreal and infinity Canada will be joining in the race festivities by hosting the second edition of their exclusive Grand Prix Garden Party. This party inspired by performance, will take place in the hotel’s iconic Oval Room and Terrace, as well as the Palm Court on June 6th from 7:00pm until 2am.
Some of last year’s VIP guests , decked in glitzy and glamorous tuxes and gowns, included Montreal Canadian players Brandon Prust and PK Subban as well as TV personality Anne-Marie Withenshaw, and Quebec icon Mitsou ! This year’s line up includes a special appearance by David Coulthard, Red Bull ambassador and Former Grand Prix Driver.
Guests can expect a night of lush entertainment and VIP treatment with red carpet entry to the stunning oval room, a lounge atmosphere with mood-setting lighting, décor and an impressive display of rose bouquets, a flowing champagne bar, exquisite food stations, live music, fashion shows, luxurious gift bags and the unveiling of the Infinity Q50 Eau Rouge concept car!
- See more at: http://mountainlake.org/blogs/gens-delights/birks-for-bees%2C-c2-mtl%2C-f1-and-ritz-carlton-grand-prix-party/#sthash.fhlIPWO6.dpuf
GRAND PRIX weekend with the Jet Set in MONTREAL 2014!
From June 5th to the 8th, it's not just about the race. It's about a whole city coming alive with excitement! People arrive in Montreal from every part of the globe with one common objective - to get the most out of their 72 hours!
During Grand Prix Week, whether it is to see the actual races on the Gilles Villeneuve circuit or to visit one of the official merchandise stores, themed restaurants or festive clubs. The atmosphere is at a festive peak with opening hours stretched out for most of the evening and into the wee hours of the night !
For tourists or locals planning to spend the F1 Grand Prix week in Montreal, GrandPrixMontreal.com is an excellent site to catch up on running activities as well as to purchase race tickets!
For those seeking to glam up their F1 experience, may I propose the following exclusive party:
- See more at: http://mountainlake.org/blogs/gens-delights/birks-for-bees%2C-c2-mtl%2C-f1-and-ritz-carlton-grand-prix-party/#sthash.fhlIPWO6.dpuf
From June 5th to the 8th, it's not just about the race. It's about a whole city coming alive with excitement! People arrive in Montreal from every part of the globe with one common objective - to get the most out of their 72 hours!
During Grand Prix Week, whether it is to see the actual races on the Gilles Villeneuve circuit or to visit one of the official merchandise stores, themed restaurants or festive clubs. The atmosphere is at a festive peak with opening hours stretched out for most of the evening and into the wee hours of the night !
For tourists or locals planning to spend the F1 Grand Prix week in Montreal, GrandPrixMontreal.com is an excellent site to catch up on running activities as well as to purchase race tickets!
For those seeking to glam up their F1 experience, may I propose the following exclusive party:
- See more at: http://mountainlake.org/blogs/gens-delights/birks-for-bees%2C-c2-mtl%2C-f1-and-ritz-carlton-grand-prix-party/#sthash.fhlIPWO6.dpuf
Litographs
Wearing a Litograph T-shirt of the Great Gatsby.
Litograph is an innovative print company that takes the process of owning and living a piece of the adventure one step further; Litographs are prints that are created from the text of classic books. The company has gained recognition for printing almost entire novels on beautiful black & white and colored posters offered in two sizes for your home or office. There's just something special about having such a tangible connection with a book.
- See more at: http://mountainlake.org/blogs/gens-delights/litographs---posters-and-t-shirts/#sthash.ooIka78s.dpuf
Litograph is an innovative print company that takes the process of owning and living a piece of the adventure one step further; Litographs are prints that are created from the text of classic books. The company has gained recognition for printing almost entire novels on beautiful black & white and colored posters offered in two sizes for your home or office. There's just something special about having such a tangible connection with a book.
- See more at: http://mountainlake.org/blogs/gens-delights/litographs---posters-and-t-shirts/#sthash.ooIka78s.dpuf
Marianne Fiset - soprano
With Marianne Fiset - Soprano, after her Russian themed performance at Maison du Bon Pasteur
Amarula ice restaurant in Laval
Amarula ice restaurant in Centropolis Laval. The second of it's kind in North America entirely made of ice. Winter and gastronomic lovers are in for a treat this year as the promoters of Snow village and the Auberge Saint-Gabriel have partnered up to present the opening of the Amarula Ice Restaurant . North Shore residents can easily access and enjoy this unique dining experience, the second if its kind in Montreal, conveniently located on Avenue Pierre Peladeau in the heart of Laval’s Centropolis.
- See more at: http://mountainlake.org/blogs/gens-delights/amarula-i/#sthash.IwMgzQmR.dpuf
- See more at: http://mountainlake.org/blogs/gens-delights/amarula-i/#sthash.IwMgzQmR.dpuf
My dresser Stephanie Gagnon
Sefani Jackets: Stephanie Gagnon is the talented young designer and brains behind the Sefani brand: a Canadian contemporary and innovative company that creates unique, stylish and comfortable jackets for the modern day woman. Emphasis is given to classic lines, flexible material and sophisticated designs. Taking inspirational chic design elements directly from Milan, Stephanie explains that the Sefani woman is well-travelled, spontaneous, positive and fearless. I fell in love with the numerous designs that had signature buttons, solid colors and subtle details. When trying on one of their jackets (see picture above) I was surprised at the trim but comfortable fit and felt that her styles suited my active lifestyle as a professional World Wide Woman. For a view of her collection, please visit: www.sefani.com
Jesse Cook
With Guitarist Jesse Cook at Place des Arts
Cheryl Besner and Violinist Dr. Draw.
My friend Cheryl Besner is an amazing lady with the mission to find true love in 365 days ! I attended her VIP launch party last night for a 5 a 8 with open bar and scrumptious treats from the sea :) http://borderlessnorth.org/blogs/gens-delights/365-days-to-find-love/
Bryan Perro
With Bryan Perro at Maison symphonique de Montréal
Québec writer Bryan Perro joins forces with the OSM and Maestro Kent Nagano in a dreamlike and surprising musical tale.
With joyful enthusiasm and light humor, he took the entire audience on a journey to the past as he plunged us all into the world of two rival villages from an area surrounding the Saint-Maurice River, caught in the middle of an epic battle of intense rivalry.
- See more at: http://mountainlake.org/blogs/gens-delights/bryan-perro's-traditional-holiday-tales/#sthash.4bDCp8aM.dpuf
Québec writer Bryan Perro joins forces with the OSM and Maestro Kent Nagano in a dreamlike and surprising musical tale.
With joyful enthusiasm and light humor, he took the entire audience on a journey to the past as he plunged us all into the world of two rival villages from an area surrounding the Saint-Maurice River, caught in the middle of an epic battle of intense rivalry.
- See more at: http://mountainlake.org/blogs/gens-delights/bryan-perro's-traditional-holiday-tales/#sthash.4bDCp8aM.dpuf
Etienne Dupuis - Baritone
Supporting my friend Etienne Dupuis - Baritone — at Maison symphonique de Montréal
Luc Plamondon and Mr. Lucien Bouchard
With songwriter Luc Plamondon and Mr. Lucien Bouchard former Prime Minister of Quebec. — at Maison symphonique de Montréal
Fantastic Reality Video Crew
We create all sorts of videos : Corporate, Music videos, Live action and Artistic Shorts.
Members include : King, Genevieve, Thierry and Ari. = Fantastic Reality !
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Our latest short film is in the running for the 24 Film Racing competition
Please come and support us at Cinema du Parc on the 28 th of June at 9 pm !
http://www.filmracing.com/Cities/montreal.htm
Members include : King, Genevieve, Thierry and Ari. = Fantastic Reality !
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Our latest short film is in the running for the 24 Film Racing competition
Please come and support us at Cinema du Parc on the 28 th of June at 9 pm !
http://www.filmracing.com/Cities/montreal.htm
MARY of the High Seas Crew !!
In July 2011, I joined this amazing crew from the musical production Mary of the High Seas. I lent my musical talent as a violinist to the three reading performances they held in Edinburgh.
Now I am their new Asia Projects Coordinator to bring MARY to Asia in 2012 !!!
Now I am their new Asia Projects Coordinator to bring MARY to Asia in 2012 !!!
WEDDING CO-PHOTOGRAPHER / VIDEOGRAPHER
Pamela and Michael , Sept 2011
Row Row Row your boat ...
I have been a member of the Federation of Chinese Canadian Professionals for 4 years... FCCP
I joined their competitive Dragon boat racing team for 2 consecutive years !
I joined their competitive Dragon boat racing team for 2 consecutive years !
Meeting Jun Sawaki at the Fringe
Performing legend Mr Jun Sawaki was here in Edinburgh to perform : Toulouse Lautrec the musical for the Fringe festival . Me and my director Joel Mason went to greet him and join in the cast after party :)
Argentina's best export :TANGO
I was initiated to tango in Singapore five years ago in exchange for violin lessons.... Since then I haven't stopped !!!
It is soo addictive, I just LOVE it !
What makes the experience memorable is the awesome communities you get to join:
I personally love my native Montreal tango society , however I found a tango family here in Edinburgh as well as making several good and lasting friends in the societies of Prague and Singapore !
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My friend Juan 's first short film "FIRST TIME" is online!!! I appear at the 8:04 mark !
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjOq_2x1ktA
It is soo addictive, I just LOVE it !
What makes the experience memorable is the awesome communities you get to join:
I personally love my native Montreal tango society , however I found a tango family here in Edinburgh as well as making several good and lasting friends in the societies of Prague and Singapore !
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My friend Juan 's first short film "FIRST TIME" is online!!! I appear at the 8:04 mark !
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjOq_2x1ktA
Let's meet, greet and get creative !
I helped to develop and hold an art event at Edinburgh Uni dorms for the new students along with dorm coordinator Jeremy Murray 2010.
Anime Fest in Edinburgh
you never quite know who you will meet at an animation or Sci-Fi convention ...
However , you do know you will meet great ppl such as Jonathan Clements at the Edinburgh Anime Fest !!!
However , you do know you will meet great ppl such as Jonathan Clements at the Edinburgh Anime Fest !!!
Ottawa Animation Festival
Working as a Sales Promoter and Volunteer at the Ottawa Animation Festival provides opportunities to meet talented filmmakers like Joanna Quinn!
Metro Party Mania
Halloween is always more fun when you are spontaneous and creative !
I got 30 members of the Concordia University animation department to dress up and ride the entire Montreal metro line for one night of awesome partying !
I got 30 members of the Concordia University animation department to dress up and ride the entire Montreal metro line for one night of awesome partying !
Being dead isn't easy...but it is fun !!!
I used to work as an interpreter guide for 2 1/2 years at the EXPORAIL train museum in Mtl.
One of the events at Halloween was to get all the employees to dress up as ghosts of the Victorean past and act as a character...
I was Mrs Mary the creepy school teacher with dementia ( I lost my life while giving birth to my child...thus why I am holding a doll....)
One of the events at Halloween was to get all the employees to dress up as ghosts of the Victorean past and act as a character...
I was Mrs Mary the creepy school teacher with dementia ( I lost my life while giving birth to my child...thus why I am holding a doll....)
YAZ...what is YAZ...sorry can't tell you !
Promoting YAZ with GOBees !!!
Several locations including Dawson College and Eatons center mall
Several locations including Dawson College and Eatons center mall
FORD rep for GOBees
Vroom Vroom at the Car show
at Palais des Congres Mtl.
2010
at Palais des Congres Mtl.
2010
Starting Somewhere...University play !
At Mcgill University, during my Terrestrial planets course, we were given the option to either write a 2000 word essay or do something creative...So 8 of us decided to put on a play!
Turned out to be a lot more work than an essay, but 1000 times more fun !
I acted as the narrator /God and also played the violin in this production.
Turned out to be a lot more work than an essay, but 1000 times more fun !
I acted as the narrator /God and also played the violin in this production.
PIKA PROJECT
I welcomed 2 filmmakers Kazue and Takeshi from the Pika Light Project from Japan to come and give a speech and demonstration to the Concordia Animation students....
Mayhem with iphones ...light pens and bulbs ensued...
Mayhem with iphones ...light pens and bulbs ensued...
Spiderwick chronicles with Mose Persico
SpiderWick Chronicles would never be the same without Montreal Personality Mose Persico doing a public reading at the downtown Chapters bookstore...
Mose loved the attention
The kids loved the posters
I got to keep my bosses happy :)
Mose loved the attention
The kids loved the posters
I got to keep my bosses happy :)
AUSTRALIA !
I got to Promote this amazing
'Gone with the Wind' type romantic drama with my mom Mrs. Quee Ying Wong at the Farah Foundation Clothing event .
'Gone with the Wind' type romantic drama with my mom Mrs. Quee Ying Wong at the Farah Foundation Clothing event .
STAR WARS the Clone Wars
What could be better than dressing up as Princess Leia to promote the animated version of a grand classic ?
..............dressing up as Yoda !!!
..............dressing up as Yoda !!!
GET SMART promo at LaRONDE theme park
Set a date: check
Set up a tent :ok
Set up posters: ya
....SET on FUN !!!
FOR SURE :)
Set up a tent :ok
Set up posters: ya
....SET on FUN !!!
FOR SURE :)
Say Yes to Yes Man !!
For the Jim Carrey’s film YES MAN- I invited known motivational guest speaker Pierre Morency to give a speech at one of the promotional screenings where I also had members of the Crush Citron group to hand out samples to the audience.
The DARK KNIGHT
Oh what a NIGHT it was....promo parties at Montreal's very hip 737 night club with my favorite Bat girl, miss Janet Nguyen and Brian !!!
BATMAN - THE DARK KNIGHT. I began inviting people through Soundbeat Radio, le Cinema.ca, Ioncinema.com and Cinoche.com to pre-screenings of the film shortly before it opened nationally in order to build up awareness and create buzz.
BATMAN - THE DARK KNIGHT. I began inviting people through Soundbeat Radio, le Cinema.ca, Ioncinema.com and Cinoche.com to pre-screenings of the film shortly before it opened nationally in order to build up awareness and create buzz.
Attention Ladies
Promoting Stardust was quite magical with the entire team from LUSH cosmetics present to treat all lovely ladies to a spa day !
BRAD PITT
Oooh it pays to be a Paramount Pictures studio rep!
Got to meet and greet Mr Benjamin Button himself at the old port of Montreal.
Thanks Chris B. For getting me that first job with Paramount !
Got to meet and greet Mr Benjamin Button himself at the old port of Montreal.
Thanks Chris B. For getting me that first job with Paramount !
THE BEST FILM FESTIVAL OUT THERE !
What can I say more about my Fantasia Family ??? AWESOME team of creative and friendly film lovers, makers and producers.... I have been volunteering there annually for the past 6 years .....Very much part of my life in all aspects....