READY-TO-EAT DUMPLINGS
Dumplings in all their forms are virtually synonymous with comfort food
in this city. Whether we are eating pierogi, gyoza, bao or wontons, these delicacies are relatively easy to come by in this city. The popularity of anything encased in dough is surging, and Winnipeg is ahead of the trend. If you are looking for a dumpling fix, the Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Georgian sections of the best list make a good start.
Aroma Bistro
MORE MARTINIS, PLEASE
A martini used to be something
specific; a lot of gin with a little vermouth stirred with ice and served up in a conical glass with an olive or lemon twist. While elegant visual appeal is likely a factor to the trend surge, a new generation of drinkers prioritize a quality vs. quantity proposition, placing the focus squarely on taste. Trendy riffs on the classic, such as the uber popular espresso martini, lychee and lemon drop continue to sell, but scratch made syrups and shrubs are making a flavour statement too. See pub cantina recommendations in the best list.
NEWSTALGIA
Nostalgia for fond memories
of meals and moments enjoyed can provide solace during a trying time.“ Newstalgia” is making everything old new again. Modern twists on classic recipes propel chefs to reimagine comfort food from past decades with contemporary ingredients and presentations breaking new culinary ground. Naturally, in keeping with true rustic, heartfelt cooking, it is served up with exuberant hospitality, just like grandma’ s house.
Photography by Rosie Berger; Ian McCausland
FINE AND FAST
The shift toward fine casual counter concepts that
deliver warm hospitality of casual restaurants, quality of fine dining and convenience of a fast casual restaurant is being embraced and is expected to soar. Late lunch and early bird dinner hours are easily accommodated in an all day eatery.
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