This text is part of the special book Plaisirs
The second Sunday in May is the time to celebrate, as a family, the mothers who are dear to us. Looking for inspiration to find that little je-ne-sais-quoi that would please our mother, our grandmother, our lover? Here are some pretty gift shops to add to our address book to change flowers and chocolate.
Etiket
A destination of choice for luxurious skincare, this downtown Montreal boutique is also renowned for its vast selection of high-quality beauty products and niche fragrances. To discover: the fragrances of the cult brands Penhaligon’s, L’Artisan parfumeur, Zoologist or Maison Francis Kurkdjian, to name a few. 1826 Sherbrooke Street West, Montreal.
Signed Local
Founded with the aim of making known the most beautiful brands from here, the Signé Local online store has grown. From Montreal to Quebec, via Brossard and Saint-Bruno, this is the perfect place to get your hands on the creations of some 250 Quebec creators. You can find everything for the house and the kitchen… even delicacies! Eaton Centre, Montreal; District DIX30, Brossard; Promenades St-Bruno; Galleries of the Capital, Quebec.
Myel Design
To find delicate jewelry that is both contemporary and audacious, head to Myel Design’s workshop-boutique in Outremont. The jeweler Myriam Elie revisits the timeless pieces of jewelery there, drawing inspiration from nature, her travels and artistic trends. Even better: you can even ask him to customize certain parts. 207 Laurier Avenue West, Montreal.
4T shop
Renowned for its themed gift boxes, this workshop-boutique in Granby offers a whole collection of care products for mothers and babies, handmade on site using organic ingredients whenever possible. An essential stop to spoil a future mother (and the others too, of course!). 8 Saint-Antoine Street South, Granby. fourt.ca
Mimi August
Born from the union of Montreal brands Mimi Hammer and August, the aptly named Mimi August advocates a sustainable lifestyle by offering unique creations — designer Camille Forcherio’s swimsuits, of course, but also candles, stationery and home accessories. All made in small batches and ethically. 162 Saint-Amable Street, Montreal; Promenades St-Bruno (from May 10).
Shop Shoosh
Located on Principale Street in Magog, in the Eastern Townships, since the summer of 2022, this small boutique presents a sharp selection of finds from here and elsewhere. You can find a bit of everything, from kitchen and home accessories to handpicked skincare products, stationery and clothing. 302 Main Street West, Magog.
The countryside from here
In addition to showcasing the products of dozens of Quebec companies, La Campagne d’ici, located in the heart of the pretty town of Saint-Sauveur, in the Laurentians, has created its own hand soap, offered exclusively to the shop. A must stop on the way to the family chalet! 411 Main Street, Saint-Sauveur.
Paillard
Well known in the Quebec region, the Paillard artisan bakery is expanding and has just opened a new branch in Saint-Hubert, on the South Shore, in the Montreal region. You can find all the classics of French pastry to take away: Opéra, Saint-Honoré, Trianon, Tropézienne, Paris-Brest or lemon tart. Spoiled for choice for gourmet moms! 1097 Saint-Jean Street, Quebec; 4141, boulevard de l’Auvergne, Quebec (Neufchâtel); 811 Jean-Gauvin Road, Quebec (Cap-Rouge); 8100, boulevard Cousineau, Saint-Hubert.
Three times per day
In its new setting, Marilou’s boutique, from the very popular blog of the same name, shines even more in an outlying sector of Longueuil. We go there for its collection of exclusive products — recipe books and kitchen accessories, of course, but also candles with delicious seasonal fragrances and refined linens. 1382 Marie-Victorin Boulevard, Longueuil.
Roseville
Like Michelle, the owner who is keen on interior design and art, this boutique in Old Quebec with an atmosphere as relaxed as it is feminine offers a range of decorative objects, body products, handmade jewelry and stationery. In short, lots of great ideas to please mom. 1035 Cartier Avenue, Quebec.
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