Discover the cinematic magic of Hong Kong cinema in Montreal as we recap the 'Making Waves - Navigators of Hong Kong Cinema' festival. Renowned directors and actors, engaging Q&A sessions, and the allure of six captivating films: Over My Dead Body《死屍死時四十四》, Lonely Eighteen《我們的十八歲》, In Broad Daylight《白日之下》, Deliverance《源生罪》, Lost Love《流水落花》, and The Narrow Road《窄路微塵》marked this unique event.
Read MoreWith the backdrop of fall's golden hues, Fête Chinoise celebrated the success of its yearly ‘Love at Mid-Autumn’ campaign at Harry Rosen Yorkdale on October 12th. This heartfelt campaign, tied to the Mid-Autumn festival, was a smashing success. Each year, Fête Chinoise presents this campaign as a testament to its mission of moving culture forward and celebrating the rich tapestry of Chinese-Canadian culture, all while giving back to the community.
Read MoreAt Fête Chinoise, we believe that art has the power to inspire, connect, and make a positive impact. That's why we are excited to share the story of how our team created a stunning piece of art for a charitable cause – the Campfire Circle Paddle Project. Join us behind the scenes to see how our Design Annual 2023's cover art came to life on a paddle, all in the spirit of giving back & Move Culture Forward.
Read MoreThink of a bejeweled ring and your mind just might conjure an image of a circular band of gold set with sparkly gemstones. Such a visualization is to be expected given that round shape rings have been the norm in jewellery for many thousands of years. Now imagine that you’re a jewellery maker who is also a visual artist, and you want to make a difference in the rarified world of luxury goods. Do you continue to go round, or do you venture boldly into new design territory, using innovation to open up fresh pathways which you hope others will notice and want to follow?
Read MoreMy Heavenly City explores what a heavenly city is through the lens of the relationships between parents and child, husband and wife, and a caregiver for a child with mental illness. This movie is for anyone dealing with life’s challenges, trials and tribulations. Its objective is to encourage audiences watching the movie to reflect and grow.
Read MoreIt isn’t often that you hear a calligrapher cite Pablo Picasso as a major influence, but that’s exactly what Jameson Yap shared when we sat down to talk about his inspiration, process and journey. It turns out that Picasso was very much a fan of the ancient Chinese art, even going so far as to proclaim: “Had I been born Chinese, I would have been a calligrapher, not a painter.”
Read MoreIn Asia, the festival is celebrated at larger scales through decor and gifting, as well as the breadth of mooncake choices across the hospitality and culinary industries. Enjoy some images from the other side of the world, where delightful innovation has allowed for a myriad of different mooncake types and flavours. Feast your eyes!
Read MoreThe TIFF Tribute Awards, presented by Bulgari, honor outstanding contributors to the film industry and their remarkable achievements. This year, one of the recipients is none other than Andy Lau, a multi-talented artist widely celebrated as one of the most popular entertainers within the global Chinese community. In the 1990s, he was also renowned as one of the "Four Heavenly Kings" of Chinese pop music. With a career spanning more than four decades, Lau has an impressive filmography that boasts over 160 films.
Read MoreAs a special spotlight on one of our committee members, Sue Tang is a special individual who has not only well-achieved in her professional career, she is also a role model when it comes to volunteering and building community. Recently, Sue was recognized as one of the Chinese-Canadian Legends, which celebrates many veterans in the community for their decades of achievement. Amongst other winners which included Dr. Chester Ho, David Leung, photographer James Lin, Jenny Pu, and Daniel Quan-Watson.
Read MoreMontreal's evolving urban landscape has shifted the dynamics of Chinatown, it’s now all dusty and dirty. Some label Montreal's Chinatown as in disrepair. The traces of Chinese culture within Montreal continue to surprise me, like the vintage Chinese patterns on old houses, Tai Chi sculptures in Victoria Square, and fusion dishes on menus.
Read MoreThat sense of identity runs deep in his work. John brings to it an East Asian aesthetic, a result of where he has lived, and grown up, which is what makes his floristry practice, so rare and special. John actively explores notions of culture in his design approach. With a focus on the contemporary, he brings a distinct narrative and consistency of thought in every masterpiece that he and his team creates at their Singapore design studio — This Humid House.
Read MoreIn a world where dumplings transcend mere culinary delights and become a medium for cultural fusion, the second annual BC Dumpling Festival emerged as a heartwarming celebration of diversity and unity. Held on a sunny August 12th at Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park, this festival wasn't just about dumplings; it was a testament to the power of community and the spirit of togetherness.
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