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SAFWAT BAKHIT
DONA ONESTA 177 LOMBARD 204-415-4112 25 years as the chef owner of Dona Onesta in Venice , Italy led to a new venture in the heart of Winnipeg . Chef Adriano ( as his friends call him ) embraces the Italian way of simple cooking , and loves the socialability of multicourse eating . Safwat is eager to share his Venetian cooking style and be part of this city ’ s restaurant scene .
DAVID BERGQUIST
BAILEY ’ S 185 LOMBARD 204-944-1180 David began cooking at Salisbury House while still attending high school , and hasn ’ t looked back . He has appreciated all his kitchen experience but is most excited about grilling meat perfectly . His joy comes from preparing a steak or a signature rack of lamb and working with a team of people he loves .
ALFONSO MAURY
CORRIENTES 137 BANNATYNE 204-219-5398 After learning his craft in Buenos Aires , Alfonso toured Uruguay , Peru and lastly , Israel before arriving in Winnipeg . Now he is making a mark on this city ’ s vibrant restaurant scene with Argentinean style pizzas and empanadas . Alfonso is excited about turning his brand of La Pampa empanadas into Winnipeg ’ s new favourite snack food .
JOSH HYNES
CIBO 339 WATERFRONT DR . 204-594-0339 Josh Hynes began cooking as a teen commandeering supper prep for his family . Even though there were some misses , he learned from them and enjoyed creating dishes . As an adult his training continued in restaurant kitchens and led to CIBO . His ‘ unfussy ’ cooking approach is a perfect match for a Mediterranean inspired menu and modern casual cafe .
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