black garlic and shoyu based – is brimming with greens, black fungus, bamboo shoots, chashu, egg noodles and perfectly jammy egg.
The key to superior sashimi lies in its pristine freshness and Edokko nails it. Thick silken slices salmon, buttery hamachi and tuna require nothing more than a dip in soy sauce to highlight their oceanic essence.
Despite the eatery’ s compact space, the menu is impressively diverse, with hot dishes that provide a satisfying counterpoint to the fresh and raw offerings. Handmade pork and chive filled gyoza are packed with vibrant, savoury goodness, with distinct herbaceousness. The kiko misonaise is another stand out: two large oysters, charred to perfection, sit perched atop salt and are dressed in umami-rich miso mayo broth. Grilled fish preparations are particularly stunning; the sockeye salmon, cooked in a foil pocket with yuzu juice is topped with a julienned white radish and herbs, resulting in a tender tangy bite.
Edokko Japanese is a hidden in plain sight gem that should not be overlooked. Nestled on Corydon Avenue, this petite eatery is a mustvisit for anyone seeking top-tier Japanese cuisine.
THE ORIGINAL PANCAKE HOUSE
Neighbourhood.... River Heights Address........... 1170 Taylor Ave Phone.............. 204-947-5077 Entrées..................... $ 12- $ 20
While Winnipeg’ s status as a food city spurs self-appointed gourmands to a predilection for the trend of the moment, certain places and dishes have complete staying ciao! reviews
power, beyond trend factor. Perhaps it is nostalgia, tradition, or just the right combination of butter, sugar, flour and cinnamon— in any case, The Original Pancake House won’ t be giving up its place in Winnipeg’ s heart any time soon.
Though its first location, which opened its doors on Pembina Hwy in 1958, and The Forks destination have been replaced with stylish spaces boasting espresso makers for fancier coffees, this daytime hub remains a family friendly stalwart for Winnipeggers seeking nostalgia with their indulgence.
The most recent addition emerged last summer on Taylor Avenue, amid seasonal construction, and inconvenient traffic delays. The messy surroundings didn’ t discourage enthusiastic fans that flooded in as soon as it opened and still happily wait in queue for a table at peak times.
Strange magic is at play that allows shifting ratios of ingredients to create a plethora of breakfast foods. Batters producing classic fluffy buttermilk pancakes, Belgian-style waffles, French toast, and delicate crêpes, are used as vehicles for toppings of fresh berries, or, for the unabashed sweet tooth, banana split fixings.
Nods to current dining trends dot the menu, keeping pace with the times like the new stylish settings. From creative cocktails and pancake flights to bountiful lunch bowls and Nashville chicken paired with waffles or stacked in a sandwich, new specialties are beautifully prepared.
Blintzes are a longstanding crowd pleaser. The plump packages of tangy ricotta and cream cheese are lightly crisped on top and served with fresh fruit. Ricotta cheese, featured in a new lemon ricotta pancake, is equally pleasing. The delicately flavoured pancake, topped with citrus curd and whipped cream delivers fresh tangy bites.
Despite noteworthy additions, German-style pancakes are the main attraction for many loyalists. Oven baked treats with chewy, crêpe-like centres and crispy edges are accented simply with lemon wedges and powdered sugar, or taken to the savoury side with ham, cheese, or veggies. The best iteration is the giant apple pancake, laden with a bubbling mixture of cinnamon sugar-coated apples which add caramelized nooks and crannies to the equation. With a delicacy like this served all day, it’ s hard to resist the call of tradition.
SHAHI FLAMES
Neighbourhood..... St Boniface Address............. 208 Marion St Phone............. 204-306-8000 Entrées.................... $ 13- $ 28
In the heart of St. Boniface, Shahi Flames is an elegant addition to Winnipeg’ s growing South Asian food scene, emphasizing the richness and diversity of Indian cuisine. Despite opening in March 2020 amid a challenging time for restaurants, the eatery has steadily earned a loyal following.
From the moment you step inside the 72-seat eatery the ambiance sets a tone of understated elegance, with moody wallpaper and cozy booths decorated with accent pillows. Despite its brazen branding on the outside, the space feels slick and inviting. The enticing display of sweets greets diners as they walk in, offering a tempting preview of the delicious offerings to come.
The menu is equally captivating,
26 ciao! / apr / may / two thousand twenty-five