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❚ flipping for
The newest addition of
The Original Pancake House ’ s raises the bar on its daytime sips , adding specialty espresso pours , mimosas , brunch Caesars and a range of juicy alcohol-free refreshments to its lineup . New generation décor sets a modern backdrop for the local chain ’ s eclectic menu of nostalgic classics mixed with trending new flavours . 11 - 1170 Taylor Ave , 204-947-5077
❚ doughnuts on broadway
Broadway just got a little sweeter with the re-opening of the city ’ s legendary , Oh Doughnuts . Though it returns to its original address , the stylish expanded space now offers café seating and a variety of specialty coffees to pair with your choice treat . There is plenty to love here . Light as air , doughy sweet bites filling the display case are ready for dunking , and a signature savoury breakfast doughnut is already making waves . 326 Broadway , 204-615-0802
❚ divine diy
Commuters are noting shop swaps on boutique lined Academy Road this summer . Verde Candle Bar ( pictured above ), downtown ’ s retailer of greens , retains its plant-based roots with nature ’ s ingredients playing an essential role in a new retail and DIY candle making enterprise . Creatives can make their own unique candles along with reed diffusers , bath salts , body oils and bars selecting natural oils for fragrance . Step into the serene space and gentle aromas coax shoppers to sniff sample wax pots lining the shelf of its cute scent library . Any combination selected commences a crafted process rewarded with a tailor-made item . The clever aroma-retail therapy mash up satisfies as a solo sojourn or as a social activity with a small group of pals . 484 Academy Road hello @ verdeterrariums . com
❚ buzz free
The expansion of the alcoholic free beverage retailer , The Sobr Market , suggests bourgeoning growth for softer drinking in river city . The new Academy location , a few blocks away from its previous locale , strikes a mix with stark industrial space and loungey furnishings . Sports bar seating for tasters and events invite shoppers to stay a while and learn about products by sipping . 390 Academy Road , 204-489-8254
❚ upward growth
Locavores mourning the end of salad days made with fresh garden greens will rejoice in learning about a fresh venture , Community Garden Greens ( pictured below ). Channeling her passion for plants Laural Bickford is adopting indoor vertical gardening in a year-round growing space for leafy greens . Her desire to provide bright tasting , locally grown produce year-round as a tasty alternative to flavourless off-season imports is a win for all food lovers . Monthly subscription boxes and living salad bouquets are among the novel offers . laural . sophie . b @ gmail . com
6 ciao ! / oct / nov / two thousand twenty-four