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ciao! reviews Available at Swimwear • Clothing • Accessories 11-1504 St. Mary's Rd. 204-237-0457 www.thehulahut.ca Winning Fans With Diner Hits since 1986 • Eggs Benedict • Burgers • Clubhouse Sandwiches • Hot Turkey & Beef Sandwiches 43 Sherbrook St. 204-774-0818 26 ciao! / feb/mar / two thousand twenty ground sirloin. Pro tip: just go for the dinner supreme. Otherwise you’ll be envy- ing your dinner companions as they crack through crisp, warm layers of housemade baklava scented with orange blossom and tip their long- handled coffee pots to pour rich, aromatic cups of Lebanese-style joe. For those wanting to sample Beaurivage before committing to a long languid meal, lunch offers a full à la carte menu. Service can be stilted, particularly at dinner when the server may need prodding to introduce mystery dishes as they arrive. However, the atmosphere is warm; each table tends to earn a visit and a chat from the chef himself. Beaurivage Bistro and Café is open Mon-Thu 11 am-8 pm, Fri- Sat 11 am-9 pm. nuburger Neighbourhood . East Kildonan Address 2-1596 Regent Ave W Phone . . . . . . .204-219-5134 Entrées . . . . . . . . $9-$12 .49 When it comes to creating a “better” burger, Nuburger does so in more ways than one. Not only does it deliver on health and fla- vour, it’s committed to sourcing local ingredients. All beef, chicken and pork served are ethically raised in Manitoba, buns are baked fresh everyday by Gunn’s Bakery and when available, produce comes from local suppliers. This, along with a passion for composting, has earned Nuburger a reputation as one of Canada’s most environmen- tally responsible eateries. Earth talk aside, this local chain is a paradise for burger addicts, listing more than 20 varieties with ingenious combos of toppings (all of which are made in-house) like black currant reduction and truf- fle aioli or blueberry bbq sauce and balsamic onions. These mod burgers are everything but basic. Named after the Star Wars icon, beefy “Obi-Wan Pierogi” is an ode to Manitoba’s favourite dumpling, riff- ing on the beloved flavours. Thick, crunchy housemade potato chips add playful texture to local Bothwell cheddar, bacon and caramelized onions. Of course, sour cream is a must and an herbaceous dill version doesn’t disappoint. Another beef patty, "Shang-awesome", is a lesson in flavour pairing. Tangy, crisp Asian slaw and sweet chili mayo are a winning counterbalance to spicy mushrooms and sharp goat’s cheese. A juicy chicken burger dubbed “el luchador” is a fiesta on the tongue. Chipotle mayo brings a hit of heat to sweet corn salsa and briny feta cheese. Perfectly ripe avocado and fresh cilantro and tomato seal the deal with familiar Mexican flair. Veggie burgers here are original, enticing even carnivores with piled- high fixings and protein-packed patties. The original “unburger” is like a hearty Greek salad on a bun with cukes, tomato, feta and sprouts. Spicy Sriracha adds unexpected punch to zesty tzatziki, kicking the classic up a notch. Strong pesto and balsamic flavours burst with every bite of Nuburger’s healthiest option “field of dreams”, with a hefty grilled portabello mushroom in place of a patty. Topped with juicy roasted red pepper and creamy chèvre, it’s an elegant rendition of the fast-food favourite. Staying true to character, sides extend beyond typical French fries, although crispy yam fries with rosemary aioli are a must-order. Impressively thick hummus (dense enough for the upside-down test) is elevated with a healthy dose of dill, a fresh departure for the usu- ally garlic-dominant dip. Carrots, cucumber and cherry tomatoes