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❚ Ya , ‘ Za !
More is more when it comes to pizza purveyors popping up in Peg city . Pandemic pivots aside , pizzerias are a perennial favourite . Our love for the savoury Italian pie is seemingly unlimited and two new additions are pushing the limits on toppings . Parcel Pizza , identified by a stylish round sign and window lined façade at new apartment property , The Spot at East Village , is positioned for convenient gourmet graband-go snacking . A dining room is set to open this summer . 221-A Stradbrook Avenue . 204-421-6711 CrusTop Pizza Project brings a twist to the mix in a fresh and casual Corydon Village Mall space . The pies here are topped with surprising ingredients that turn expectations sideways . Try a salty sweet combination of pumpkin purée , Chinese sausages , caramelized onions , broccoli and soy . 20-1700 Corydon Ave . 204-421-9110
Low Life Barrel
❚ More Shawarma
Those in the know head to
St . James street ’ s Les Saj Restaurant for big-flavoured Lebanese and Syrian fare . Now , succulent chicken shawarma , falafel and kebabs are easily accessible to downtowners at its new swanky casual spot across from U of W . The spacious second location serves the same delectable signatures as the original , while offering more seating . 480 Portage Avenue . 204-788-4477
❚ Smoking Section
While it has been a long time since anyone could light up indoors at bars or lounges , Thomas Hinds Sampling Room offers a sleek space to sample cigars and tobaccos purchased at the adjacent retailer by the same name . Enter through a door in the store and find a lounge furnished with luxurious décor . A no-nonsense air filtration system keeps it fresh and inviting for those in the party not partaking . We love the speak-easy vibe and bar stocked with premium spirits . 185 Carlton St . 204-942-0203
❚ Brew Times Two
Low Life Barrel House is evolving Winnipeg ’ s craft beverage scene as the first to make beer and wine all in one place . At this part-brewery , part-winery , an ancient oak barrel fermenting process is used to achieve distinct flavour profiles and unique character in each batch . The barrels also double as smart décor for the taproom , prompting edu-conversation between sips . Food can be brought in from restaurants or delivered to enjoy in the taproom or on the patio . 398 Daly Street .
❚ Le Goût Français
Fans of the wildly popular summertime crêperie kiosks will soon be able to get their taste of Brittany all year long . Ker Breizh Crêperie is opening its first permanent location this July in the hip and happening neighbourhood of West Broadway . The new Sherbrook Street locale is perfectly situated for a quick morning pastry and coffee stop en route to the office and even more enticing for its savoury and sweet crêpes . Expect classic French filling combinations in traditional crêpes made of Manitoba buckwheat and wheat flour , all in a casual café atmosphere . An open view of the crêpe making action adds to the lively vibe . 110-267 Sherbrook Street . 204-295-2631
Ker Breizh Creperie
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