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About Emilea Semancik
Emilea Semancik was born in North Vancouver. Emilea has always always wanted to work as a freelance writer and currently writes for the Vancouver Guardian. Taking influence from journalism culture surrounding the great and late Anthony Bourdain, she is a recipe author working towards publishing her own series of books. You can find her food blog on Instagram:
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Lior Maharjan
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“A Day in the Life” with Montreal Performer/Director Lior Maharjan

January 31, 2024 Emilea Semancik

As their childhood friend, I have had the unique pleasure of knowing Lior (aka Gabe Maharjan and “Babe” to me) since well before they were working the Montreal performance scene. For the first decade of […]

Tangelo MTL
Business

Homegrown Business: Hannah & Dayna of Tangelo MTL

January 29, 2024 Emilea Semancik

Tangelo MTL is your go-to destination for top-notch social media services in and around Montreal. Whether you’re a large corporation or a small business, Tangelo MTL is your partner in enhancing online presence. We had […]

Zak Kik
Comedy

Tragedy Plus Time: Montreal Comedian Zak Kik

January 25, 2024 Emilea Semancik

We spoke to Zak Kik, a new comedian making waves in Montreal. With a quick wit and sharp humour, he’s bringing a fresh perspective to the stage, earning laughs and making a name for himself […]

MTL Preserves
Business

Homegrown Business: John Kakomanolis and Matthew Guagliardo of MTL Preserves

January 22, 2024 Emilea Semancik

MTL Preserves Inc. is your go-to for local flavours and artisanal preserves. With a dedication to capturing the essence of Quebec’s harvests, the preserves bring the taste of the region straight to your table. We […]

Elvies
Business

Homegrown Business: Louis Victor Duquet of Elvies Jewelry

January 8, 2024 Emilea Semancik

Elvies, a distinctive Montreal-based small business, operates without a traditional storefront. Specializing in custom-made pieces, owner Louis Victor Duquet crafts unique personalized jewelry. Elvies exclusively shares their creations on Instagram. We had the opportunity to […]

Kandle Osborne
Music

Five Minutes With: Montreal Alt-Rock Singer Kandle Osborne

January 5, 2024 Emilea Semancik

The upcoming album by Kandle Osborne, set to release in spring 2024, features “St. Paul’s” as its second single. A hypnotic -and sexy- waltz through the corridors of pain and grief, St. Paul’s is catharsis […]

Monique Polak
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with Montreal Author Monique Polak

December 27, 2023 Emilea Semancik

Monique Polak, a prolific author with 33 books tailored for young readers, holds the prestigious Quebec Writers’ Federation Janet Savage Blachford Prize for Children’s and YA Literature three times. Retired after an illustrious 35-year career […]

Edgewood Florist
Business

Homegrown Business: Jessica Mailas of Edgewood Florist

December 25, 2023 Emilea Semancik

We had the opportunity to speak to Jessica Mailas, the manager of Edgewood Florist, where fresh flowers and plants have been brightening lives since 1956. In this interview, she shares her unique perspective on being […]

Hannaleah Ledwell
Arts

“A Day in the Life” with Montreal Oil Painter Hannaleah Ledwell

December 20, 2023 Emilea Semancik

Hannaleah Ledwell, an emerging oil painter and my close friend since college has had a remarkable year in her artistic journey. Over the past year, she secured a prestigious grant from the Canada Council for […]

Between The Lines Copywriting
Business

Homegrown Business: Sara Noel of Between The Lines Copywriting

December 11, 2023 Emilea Semancik

We met with Sara Noel of Between The Lines Copywriting, your ally in creative business success. Specializing in website copywriting and marketing strategy, she transforms ideas into compelling narratives that define and elevate your brand. […]

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