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only half a percentage point separated the bronze and silver dishes. An avid supporter of the local farming community, Barry Saunders of Inn at the Forks and Era Bistro & Catering won bronze with a succulent lamb belly and creamy celeriac purée kissed with a fi g and rosemary glaze. Chef Melissa Makarenko of Resto Gare Bistro & Train Bar drew on her eastern European roots and claimed the silver medal with a trio of treatments of local wild boar. Past-medallist Jesse Friesen of Pizzeria Gusto took home the gold, delighting judges with his beautifully presented plate of yellowfi n tuna tartare, avocado mousse and a‘ spoon’ of crispy turkey crackling. The gold medal winner will go on to compete at the GMP fi nale in Kelowna in February.— AG
retail news
I sampling encouraged
Oliv Tasting Room is sporting new digs after relocating from Academy Road to the Kenaston Village Mall. The new space is a sleek backdrop to bottles upon bottles of Extra Virgin Olive Oil and true Balsamic vinegar primed for the tasting. Sample fl avours and learn about varieties and uses from helpful staff. 1857 Grant Ave, 204-414-2019— JK
I graceful home
Academy Road ' s newest retail addition Grace & Co. Ltd. is a gifter ' s paradise. Floor-toceiling windows, fresh flowers, and gleaming glass make a bright and airy space for owner Dorota Vannan ' s ever changing selection of home décor, bath, and beauty products. Peruse shelves stocked with rusticmeets-modern wares like the shop ' s signature creamy milk lotion and soap. 556 Academy Rd, 204-292-9394
Visit the MANITOBA MUSEUM SHOP for all your holiday shopping needs.
Find stunning local and Canadian handcrafted gifts, including a collection of quality items depicting the work of Ojibway artist Daphne Odjig.
THE MUSEUM SHOP • 190 Rupert Avenue Tuesday – Friday: 11 am – 4 pm Saturday & Sunday: 11 am – 5 pm Dec 26 – Jan 8: Open Daily 11 am – 5 pm( Closed Christmas Day)
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