Rachel Gagner gave fans a sneak peek inside Lauren Kyle’s Bar Trove (Image via Instagram) The Edmonton hospitality scene is about to welcome a stylish new addition, thanks to Lauren Kyle — the wife of NHL superstar Connor McDavid. As the grand opening of her highly anticipated restaurant Bar Trove draws near, Lauren is receiving glowing support from her inner circle, including Rachel Gagner, wife of former Oilers forward Sam Gagner.
A stylish preview and a sweet show of friendship
Over the weekend, Rachel Gagner gave fans a sneak peek inside Bar Trove with an Instagram Story that radiated warmth and excitement. She and her husband Sam were seen smiling in a cozy setting featuring wooden-paneled walls, elegant art, and even a quirky photo of the McDavids’ dog Lenard dressed in military attire. Rachel tagged @bartroveca in the post and captioned it, “Can’t wait to celebrate this beautiful place.”The post highlights the close friendship between Rachel and Lauren, and it arrives at a meaningful moment as Lauren finalizes preparations for the official launch. It’s a rare glimpse into the private camaraderie shared by the hockey wives — one that adds a touch of heart to Edmonton’s evolving luxury landscape.
Bar Trove part of Lauren Kyle’s growing luxury brand
Lauren first introduced Bar Trove back in January 2025 as an extension of her Trove Living brand, which also features a luxury furniture showroom. Located in the historic Canada Permanent Building in downtown Edmonton, the venue promises an elevated experience with “fine wines and expertly crafted cocktails.”With a background in interior design, Lauren has been hands-on in curating the ambiance of Bar Trove. Her updates — including glimpses of the building’s signage and artistic flair — show a blend of contemporary elegance and timeless charm. One of her recent Instagram Stories, showing a rainbow over Hotel Macdonald, was captioned: “We can see the light at the end of the tunnel.”Also Read: Connor McDavid’s wife Lauren Kyle gives sneak peek into her bar, furniture, and fashion ventures ahead of Edmonton launchLauren Kyle already helms Sports Club Atelier, a luxury sportswear line, and has worked closely with the Oilers on apparel collaborations. Bar Trove marks her boldest lifestyle venture yet, merging fashion, food, and design into one sophisticated destination. With her strong support system and impeccable taste, Lauren’s foray into hospitality is already off to a promising start.
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