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Asian Fusion Cuisine Chef Chris Taing creativity merges fl avours and textures, and wins rave reviews consistently! A must-try! The Forks Market, 204-227-9298 fusianexperience.com bestlist JAPANESE Blüfish 179 Bannatyne Ave, 204-779‑9888. This chic sushi spot in the Exchange District balances sophistication with a healthy dose of fun. Try yaki ika, pan- seared cuttlefish in a playful ginger- laced teriyaki sauce. LP, A, IA, M, V Cho Ichi Ramen 1151 Pembina Hwy, 204-615-8832. Building the most flavourful bowl of ramen is this restaurant’s mission. Pork tonkotsu broth is cooked for 12 hours and the noodles are house- made. LP, A, IA, M, V Fusian Experience 1 Forks Market Rd, 204-227-9298. This Japanese eatery serves traditional regional plates and tapas, infused with international flavours. Fresh fish from around the globe. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V GaiJin Izakaya 2-1575 Regent Ave W, 204-615-6868. Chef Edward Lam brings his culinary creativity to the Regent area with Japanese small plates and all-day ramen served in a cool open concept space. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Ichiban 189 Carlton St, 204-925‑7400. A Winnipeg tradition for more than 40 years. Teppanyaki-style fresh entrées are cooked tableside with panache and artistic flair by talented sushi chefs. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Izakaya Edokko 190 Smith St, 204‑615‑5556. Sleek downtown space offers modern Japanese eats made by chef Masa Sugita. Small plates range from elevated street eats like okonomiyaki to delicate sushi rolls. WA, A, IA, M, V Naru Sushi 159 Osborne St, 204-888‑0028. The dark wood decor sets a sleek, urban mood. Menu offers traditional and fusion dishes including several vegetarian options. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Wasabi 105‑121 Osborne St, 204-474‑2332; 588 Broadway, 204-774-4328; 3-1360 Taylor Ave, 204‑415‑7878. Impeccably executed sushi is taken to creative heights. Visually stunning rolls like the godzilla leave a lasting impression. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Yujiro 1822 Grant Ave, 204-489‑9254. Edward Lam brings his stylish approach to traditional dishes and rolls. Try the delicate kaisou salad, mixed seaweed bathed in yuzu dressing. WA, LP, IA, M, V KOREAN IGI BBQ & Sushi Bistro 10-1875 Pembina Hwy, 204‑477‑9909. It’s all about table-top, do-it-yourself barbeque at this all-you-can-eat Japanese and Korean focused restaurant. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V 36 ciao! / aug/sep / two thousand nineteen