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events calendar
I hot dates
• Feb 1-7: For poutine lovers
across the country, the creators
of Le Burger Week present Le
Poutine Week. More than 80
participating restaurants will
get creative with fries, sauces
and toppings to attain the
winning champion title. Voting
will take place throughout the
week at lapoutineweek.com
• Feb 1-11: Ciao! Dine
About Winnipeg returns with
special new culinary events
added to the mix. This annual
hot dining event provides a
culinary tour of Winnipeg with
prix fixe three course meals set
at $18, $28 and $38. Preview
menus on pg 15 and visit
ciaowinnipeg.com for complete
line-up of menu options.
• Feb 16-25: Celebrate
Manitoba’s French-Canadian
heritage at the renowned
Festival du Voyageur
(pictured). Warm up with a
bowl of pea soup or an ice
glass of Caribou, a blend of
red wine and whiskey. Special
markets, concerts and events
including a spectacular
woodcarving challenge (Feb
16-19). Whittier Park, 866 St
Joseph St, 204‑237‑7692,
festivalvoyageur.mb.ca
• Feb 24: The eighth annual
Savour: Wine & Food
Experience takes guests
on a journey to Italy's coast
in support of the Health
Sciences Centre. Starts at
7:30om. Tickets: $75-$200.
375 York Ave, York Ballroom,
RBC Convention Centre Visit
hscfoundation.mb.ca for info.
• Mar 3: Celebrate the
creativity and talent within our
community at the annual Love
Local MB. Browse and sample
food products from dozens of
local vendors such as Fresh
Forage Microgreens, Torque
Brewing and The Canadian Birch
Company. Tickets: $30. Victoria
Inn, 1808 Wellington Ave. Visit
lovelocalmb.com for tickets.
editor's pick
Best Fireside Eats!
Enhance the elements of a true winter
dining experience in one, or all, of the
best fireside spots.
Tuck into French bistro fare at Resto Gare by the elegant,
double-sided fireplace. Savour the rich red wine broth
of the soupe a l'oignon classique smothered in a nutty,
buttery Gruyère cheese; or the hearty cassoulet de canard.
630 Des Meurons St, 204-237-7072
Blaze is replete with invitingly warm autumnal
colours and Tyndall-stone fireplace, lulling visitors into
comfort dining. Meld fine dining finesse with a traditional
and impeccable beef bourguignon. 350 St. Mary Ave,
204-944-7259
Revel in post winter recreation at The Forks at The
Beachcomber. A central free-standing circular hearth
emanates warmth throughout the dining room - a perfect
backdrop to enjoy a generous pan of kettle paella with
salmon in a whiskey and maple brine. 1 Forks Market Rd,
204-948-0020
A young, hip crowd gathers at Confusion Corner Bar
& Grill restaurant for shareable apps by a roaring wood
fire. Try a fiesta pizza garnished with tortilla strips and
lime crema. 500 Corydon Ave, 204-284-6666
Finish an evening of gourmet pasta in the intimate
fireside lounge of Buccacino’s. Dive into the delectable
ghirardelli chocolate cake, layered in creamy, rich
chocolate ganache, drizzled with caramel sauce and
whipped cream, aptly called Ciao Bella! 155 Osborne St,
204-452-8251—TL
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