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loaded with the star fermented cabbage , delights with its perfect blend of sour meets spicy . Opt for gamjatang , and eating becomes more active . Pork bones peeking out of broth , require a little chopstick handling to nudge off their loosely clinging meat , but the unphased are rewarded with flavourful tender bites of robust stew . Sundubu jjigae is a sure bet for seafood lovers boosted with the power of converting tofu haters . Spicy chili laced broth infuses silky tofu , plump mussels and shrimp with addictive accuracy .
For those who love to watch meat sizzle , hefty plates featuring marinated meats and vegetables do please . Keep the culinary journey exciting and try osam bulgogi , the smoking plate ’ s mixture of pork , squid and veggies is a nod to sea and land – and adventures in dining . ciao ! reviews
OAKWOOD CAFÉ
Neighbourhood . South Osborne Address ........... 660 Osborne St Phone ............. 204-475-4250 Entrées ...................... $ 8- $ 17
Modern cafes extend their sunny hospitality and coffee menu beyond sunshine hours , attracting brunchers , lunchers and evening eaters with eclectic homey dishes and casual demeanor . Such is the case at Oakwood Café , south Osborne ’ s community hotspot , providing coffee drinkers the comfort of familiar surroundings and the lure of being a regular .
The Oakwood , where friendly staff and charming simplicity are the backdrop to a menu with surprises in store , has been providing guests
with fresh and scratch-made food , down to the soup broths and salad dressings since owner Wendy May took the reins nine years ago . Beet latkes , brisket dishes and creative renditions on breakfast demonstrate the kitchen ’ s forward-thinking focus .
Though enticing meals lure diners throughout the day , a reputation for imaginative breakfasts is well deserved . Ham accompanies the traditional egg and hollandaise sauce for an on-point version of eggs benedict . A meatless alternative swaps in tomatoes and avocado , for an equally perfect pairing with creamy hollandaise and egg yolk .
Prefer sweet to savoury for early day eats ? Classic buttermilk or a stack of lemon poppyseed pancakes are golden and airy , and the addition of cinnamon honey butter and syrup and blueberry compote on the latter

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