The Best of Gentleman – November 2024

Each month, in ‘The Best of Gentleman’, discover a selection of different products, establishments and events related to the various categories present on Gentologie, selected and tested by the editors. Here, then, is The Best of Gentleman – November 2024.

The Best of Gentleman – November 2024 – Fine Dining

Damas

During the President’s Cup, our editor-in-chief enjoyed an extraordinary dining experience at a renowned restaurant in the vibrant Outremont neighbourhood. This culinary gem offers an authentic taste of Syrian cuisine, accompanied by impeccable service, an extensive wine selection, both domestic and foreign, and dishes that transport your taste buds on a delicious adventure.

Adress: 

1201 Avenue Van Horne
Montréal, Québec
H2V 1K4

Visit the website of Damas

Café Constance signé BAZIN

Chef Antonio Park and pastry chef Bertand Bazin have launched a new café project, taking over the renowned Café Constance from Les Grands Ballets Canadiens. The café has been left to its own devices since the pandemic, and the decor, designed by Zébulon Perron, has been transformed to evoke the world of dance. The café offers a range of coffees, pastries and dishes to satisfy your appetite.   

Adress:

1430 Rue Balmoral
Montréal, Québec
H2X 2A3

Visit the website of Café Constance par Bazin

The Best of Gentleman – November 2024 – Style

Sunspel T-Shirt

Seeking a straightforward tee with sturdy, dependable craftsmanship, devoid of Asian production? Discover Sunspel, the British brand that, as we mentioned in this article, is essential for  007. You’ll find a wide range of colours, including white, which remains essential.  

Buy on the Sunspel website ( XS– Small – Medium – Large – Extra Large – XXL)

Buy in person at Clusier

The Best of Gentleman – November 2024 – Grooming

Facial Fuel Energizing Moisture Treatment for Men

In the lead-up to the holidays, when fatigue sets in, this moisturizing fluid is the perfect remedy. It gives you energy and stimulates your skin. It’s a must-have to wake up your tired skin.

For more informations

Jack Black Oil-Free Sun Guard SPF 45 Sunscreen

Our editorial team discovered an exceptional item from Jack Black that, regrettably, is unavailable on their Canadian website, but can be purchased in the United States. This innovative, weightless sunscreen has been specifically crafted with male users in mind. Its effortless application requires no messy residue, nor does it burden the skin. Boasting an impressive Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 45, it effectively shields against harmful UV rays, remaining stable even during strenuous activities such as sports or water activities. Additionally, unlike traditional sunscreens, this one’s SPF stays consistent, ensuring continued protection throughout your day. This product is fragrance-free and dye-free, and it is also dermatologist-approved. Additionally, its compact format makes it ideal for travel.

More details on Jack Black American website

Available in Canada at Cosmetics Now

The Best of Gentleman – November 2024 – Travel

Explora II by Explora Journeys

Our editor has just returned from the inaugural voyage to the Caribbean on Explora Journeys’ Explora II. The onboard experience is exceptional, the service is impeccable, the décor is awe-inspiring, and all 462 suites boast ocean views (all the latter have a balcony on the ocean). We’ll be sharing more about this incredible cruise experience in a series of articles over the next few weeks, but be prepared to be wowed.   

Reserve your escape now

The Best of Gentleman – November 2024 – Sports

Vendée Globe — 10th edition

The Vendée Globe is a single-handed, non-stop, non-assisted round-the-world yacht race that takes place every four years. The start launched on November 10. The competitors race IMOCA monohulls, which are 18 metres long. The start is in Les Sables-d’Olonne in the Vendée. Racers must circumnavigate the three legendary capes (Good Hope, Leeuwin, and Cape Horn) before returning to Les Sables-d’Olonne, covering approximately 45,000 kilometres. The globally renowned race is now internationally renowned and brings together sailors from all over the world. It’s much more than just a sporting event; it’s a wonderful human experience.

Learn more on the Vendée Globe

The Best of Gentleman – November 2024 – Driving

BMW M5 Hybrid

AJAC journalist and Gentologie collaborator Marc Bouchard had the opportunity to test-drive the BMW M5 Hybrid. With its 50-kilometre electric range and 717 horsepower, this sedan can accelerate from 0 to 100 kilometres per hour in just 3.5 seconds. This is only the beginning; it’s sure to be an exciting journey.

Coming soon

The Best of Gentleman – November 2024 – Art of Living

Anri Sala: Ravel Ravel Interval at MMFA

Starting on November 29, 2024, and continuing until April 27, 2025, renowned French-Albanian artist Anri Sala will grace the Contemporary Art Square of Montréal’s preeminent museum with a breathtaking video installation. 

Ravel Ravel Interval (2017), a Canadian debut, is a reinterpretation of the 2013 work Ravel Ravel, which the artist presented at the 55th Venice Biennale when the artist represented France.

This mesmerizing exhibition, graciously gifted to the museum by Pierre Bourgie, showcases two awe-inspiring, nearly concurrent renditions of Maurice Ravel’s Concerto for the Left Hand in D Major (1875–1937). 

The musical composition, dating back to 1929–1930, was specifically designed for pianist Paul Wittgenstein, who lost his right arm during World War I. For this rendition, the conductor highlights only the left-hand skills of Montréal’s Louis Lortie and France’s Jean-Efflam Bavouzet. With an unseen orchestra providing accompaniment, these virtuosos delicately modify their performances. First they play together, then they diverge, finally reconnecting, drifting apart and coming together once more.

To see now at the Montréal Museum of Fine Arts.

Adress:

1380, rue Sherbrooke Ouest
Montréal (Québec)
H3G 1J5

We’ll be back in December for the Best of the Gentleman