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Calling out to anyone who has fallen for regional pastries when travelling , La Panaderia ( pictured bottom left ) is the go-to for the Mexican and Latin American pastries that sweeten your vacation memories . This tiny bakery , hugging Chinatown and the Exchange District seduces its customers with classic churros , cheesecakes and airy tres leches cake and fluffy sweet buns . While baker owner Brenda Hernandez -Acosta is in the kitchen her support team of family members , husband and daughters are in the front ready with an Hola ! 218 Princess St , 204- 599-3125
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Assuming the bank space formerly occupied by La Carnita , Commonwealth ( pictured top left ) is winning quick favour with Exchange District regulars . Faux foliage hanging from above adds some coziness to the white marble interior . Housemade dishes have begun to impress , going head to head with some of the city ’ s best lounge spots with their shareable plates . The pulled brisket sliders and black sesame seared tuna adorned with avocado pea puree , microgreens and ponzu are run away hits on a menu inspired by far flung corners of the globe . 456 Main St , 204-306-8011
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Hit up new spot Bull and Filly ( pictured below ) in north Winnipeg and you may just feel you ’ ve been transported to a stylish inn on the countryside . The new hub , coyly tucked away in Henderson Highway ’ s NorVilla Hotel , occupies a spacious and sunny space reappointed in shades of indigo and white . Sleek décor scores high on sophistication yet friendly relaxed service reveals the charm of a winning neighbourhood formula . The team behind it brings decades of restaurant experience with them - Kris Kopansky ( formerly Brazen Hall ) and wife Corinne partner with pedigreed chef Geoff Kitt – to deliver a culinary experience worth any drive any time of day . The kitchen serves breakfast , lunch and dinner , and the indulgent tastes have won us over after one dinner visit . Try the delicate tomato and stone fruit burrata salad kissed with basil vinaigrette , or pillowy soft Parisienne style gnocchi dressed in roasted garlic and tarragon cream , and you are sure to be a fast fan too . 1763 Henderson Hwy , 431-340-7943
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