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❚ protein booster
Winnipeggers now have a new sweet way to get their daily dose of protein . Pronuts ( pictured left ), the protein fortified doughnuts at a smattering of local coffee houses , now brings its sweet selection of gourmet treats to fashion street . The unassuming but cute Academy Road locale shares its space with Popbar , another sweetpreneur , offering foodies a 2-for-1 stop reward . The classic bases are all covered ; chocolate , red velvet and coconut , check . Don ’ t miss the globally inspired line up of pina colada , matcha , ube pistachio and London fog or the gluten free vegan options . 540 Academy Rd , 204-808-9619
❚ charging station
East Kildonan has a new go-to spot to refuel , turning out cups of the best steaming ( or iced ) coffees in the city . Freshly roasted beans account for Colosimo Coffee Roasters ’ growing fan base making this location another sure bet . This third location , marked by distinct signage beckons passersby , and the doggy dish of water outside the entrance ensures furry family members are given a boost too . 877 Henderson Hwy , 204-954-7444
❚ scrumptious sammies
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smart and succinct sandwich shop adds to the smorgasbord of choice at the Forks Market this summer . Crafted Crust ’ s pressed sandwiches brimming with bold flavours and low-cost sides passing as substantial snacks , position this newbie for success . An exceptional Reuben filled with juicy and warm corned beef is amped up with red wine kraut on dark rye . The side pasta salad is loaded with veg , dotted with feta , and makes for a meal in a bowl . The Forks Market , craftedcrustwpg @ gmail . com
❚ cocoabeans
Health enthusiasts are thrilled to see the return of Cocoabeans , the wellloved gluten free bakery , to a new street location . All the delectable pastries , and ready to eat savouries are ready to buy – this time returning a little closer to its roots in St . Boniface . Find Betsy and her team , and the dishes that changed the lives for celiacs in Winnipeg now open at 113 St . Anne ’ s Road , 204-918-5313
Culinary Calendar
❚ It ’ s a date
Aug 11-31 : Tour the globe one bite at a time during Ciao ! Taste the World Restaurant Festival This month long dining festival celebrates multi-culturalism in Winnipeg ’ s food scene and showcases the world ’ s favourite dishes available at the city ’ s top tier eateries . See ciaowinnipeg . com for detailed offers .
Photography by Pronuts , Downtown BIZ
4 ciao ! / aug / sep / two thousand twenty-three