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❚ leafy greens
The much-anticipated wait is over . The Leaf , and its on-site restaurant , Gather Craft Kitchen & Bar ( pictured bottom middle ) are now attracting eager foodies and nature-lovers alike to this dining destination poised to host locals and out of town visitors alike with its menu of regional diversities . Small plates brimming with seasonal veggies are served alongside a collection of diverse mains only steps away from the Leaf ’ s lush oasis . Nosh on inventive flavours with global influence , like mussles with za ’ atar and mellow coconut korma . 145 The Leaf Way , 204-927-7222 .
❚ a slice of glory
McPhillips bakers Sugar
Blooms and Cakes ( pictured top left ) recently wowed judges on the third season of Food Network Canada ’ s competition “ The Big Bake : Holiday ” and got a turn taking home the cake , a sweet grand prize of $ 10,000 . Winnipeggers already celebrate the pastry pros for finessing Filipino flavours with keen precision .
The bakery ’ s best-selling Ube-Macapuno cake is getting national props after securing victory for co-owner Marie Mallari and teammates Geraldine Ong and Erika Rotor . Revel in the win and taste the prize-winning cake for yourself ! 1020 McPhillips St , 204-633-8212 .
❚ heritage sparkles
Soft glimmers , colourful flickers and bold displays of light are set to illuminate Winnipeg ’ s historic Exchange District throughout the winter ’ s darkest months at Lights on the Exchange , a newly lit interactive art installation . After dusk , storefronts , sidewalks , rooftops and alleyways glow to create an outdoor , walkable gallery , an initiative sparked by a diverse collection
of artists . Expect mannequins dawning brightly contemporary looks under the Reiss Fashions purple awnings and a glowing comic book behind a strip of Bannatyne Avenue windows . The city is under a new light until March 21st . Exchange District , 204-942-6716 .
❚ turning up the tap
Craft beer drinkers rejoice
— there ’ s a new taproom in town ! Established Winnipeg thirst-quencher Devil May Care ( pictured left ) has opened its own brick-and-mortar taproom for parched patrons to sip on a cold one . The brew company , which formerly operated out of Torque Brewing , now invites customers to head to its industrial-chic locale and taste familiar faves in style . Communal tables , a multi-level bartop and a bright and sunny openconcept space are sure to invite chatter and connection at this city-centre spot . 155-A Fort St , 204-955-6258 .
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