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2-929 Corydon Ave. 204-505-1455 frescolio. ca
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with superb, fresh olive oils from the southern hemisphere.
When it’ s fall in Manitoba, it’ s spring down under! The freshest olive oils available in the world are currently from Australia, Chile, and Peru. Come in to taste how well these new world oils pair with our balsamic vinegars!
Winnipeg’ s finest oils and vinegars specialty store. culinary calendar
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• Oct 2: Annual event Gold Medal Plates pairs Winnipeg’ s top chefs with Canadian Olympic and Paralympic athletes in a competition to crown a gold, silver, and bronze medal team. See chefs such as Michael Dacquisto from Food Evolution, Tim Palmer from the Velvet Glove, Eric Lee from Pizzeria Gusto and more take part in the culinary battle and sample their competing dishes, paired with a Canadian wine, beer, or spirit of their choice. Tickets $ 350 per seat, $ 3500 per table, available at goldmedalplates. com. Funds raise support for Canada’ s high performance athletes. Cocktail reception begins at 5:15 pm. RBC Convention Centre, 375 York Ave, 204‐793‐7422
• Oct 2, 9, 16: The Aboriginal Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Marketplace will be held at Portage Place( Edmonton Court). Browse unique handicrafts, chat with local artists and artisans, and see many types of traditional wares and services. Marketplace takes place between 1-3 pm. Portage Place, 393 Portage Ave, 204-959-4640, downtownwinnipegbiz. com
• Oct 7, 21, Nov 4: Bring your inner gourmand to Assiniboine Park’ s Foodie Series. These 2-hour themed classes feature samplings prepared by local chefs alongside historical facts, cultural tidbits, and horticultural information. Each sample is paired expertly with an accompanying beverage from Manitoba Liquor Marts. Classes start at 7 pm and cost $ 45. Themes are Savouring the Tastes of the Mediteranean( Oct 7), Italian Countryside( Oct 21), and Holiday Brunch( Nov 4). Call 204‐927‐6070 to register. Madison Square MBLL Teaching Kitchen, Unit P, 1600 Ness Ave
• Oct 17-19: Sniff, swirl, and sip fine wines from more than 100
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wineries from around the world at the Forks Market during the International Wine Festival of Manitoba. Experts offer suggestions to guide those who imbibe, while Fenton’ s Gourmet Foods supplies over 750 varieties of cheese to complement every selection. Free admission, sampling tickets 50 cents each. Fri 5 pm-9 pm, Sat & Sun 12 pm-6:30 pm. The Forks Market, 204‐957‐7618
• Oct 18: The ultimate experience of art, fine dining, and live entertainment, the Winnipeg Art Gallery Ball returns this year, with all proceeds supporting the WAG’ s Youth Outreach and Education Program. The black-tie evening includes a champagne reception, dinner, and auction. Tickets $ 300 per seat, $ 3500 per table of eight. Call 204‐789‐1765 or visit galleryball. wag. ca to purchase. 300 Memorial Blvd
• Oct 29: Watch a line up of three delightful documentaries chronicling tales of Winnipeg at Cinematheque. Sponsored by MTS Stories From Home, the Stories from the Neighbourhood short films made by local filmmakers spotlight aspects of their hometown, celebrating its endearing qualities and critiquing its problems. This year, see Kelekis, 81 Years in the Chips, which captures the frenzy of Winnipeg’ s longeststanding perogy institution’ s last days. Show starts at 7 pm. Cinematheque, 100 Arthur St, 204-925-3456
• Nov 1: Diabetes Awareness Month kicks off with the 6th annual Best Banting Evening. The event, held at The Gates on Roblin, is a swanky evening of Hollywood glamour starring a sumptuous dinner and performance by songstress Chantal Kreviazuk. Tickets $ 150. Proceeds benefit the Canadian Diabetes Association. Reception starts at 6 pm. 6945 Roblin Blvd, 204‐925‐3800 ext. 3 for info
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