SHOPPING
MAD ABOUT STYLE BOUTIQUE From basic , soft cotton tees to dark-wash yoga jeans to ruffled party dresses , this bright shop stocks up-to-the-moment casual and dressy pieces for fashionistas . Hot accessories include pretty purses , bejeweled earrings and Co-Lab bags . 538 Academy Rd , 204‐489‐1151 , madaboutstyle . ca , Map 2 : D-3
MARGOT + MAUDE New addition to the Academy Road strip carries contemporary fashions for women . Basics like tshirts and denim jackets by Cheap Monday , Assembly the Label along with jewellery by Winnipeg based designer Sarah Cameron , grace this cozy shop . 580 Academy Rd , 204-272-9140 , margotandmaude . com , Map 2 : D-3
NYGARD FASHION PARK Winnipeg-based manufacturer ’ s mega-store features regular and offprice merchandise from Nygard brands Alia , Tan Jay , Nygard Collection , Bianca Nygard and Nygard Signature . Also carries private label clothing from American retailers and off-price apparel from Spanish retailer Zara . 1626 Kenaston Blvd , 204‐489‐2594 , Map 2 : F-2 ; 702 Broadway Ave , 204‐982‐9518 , nygard . com , Map 1 : Q-2
OCTOBER Modern , ultra-hip fashions for women including denim , flirty dresses , fun dresses and footwear . Brands include Fidelity , Silver , Pajar , Soia & Kyo , Storm and Marie , and Suncoo Paris . Also jewellery by Wolf Circus and some girly gifts . 847 Corydon Ave , 204‐452‐0737 , octoberboutique . com , Map 1 : T-2
OUT OF THE BLUE Fun and fabulous fashions and footwear from brands like Gentle Fawn and Vero Moda , and more . Great selection of gifts and jewellery . 102 Osborne St , 204‐477‐6489 , outoftheblue . ca , Map 1 : R-3
POPPIE CLOTHING Bright , modern space showcases chic fashions from Canadian and international clothing lines , including Vero Moda , French Connection and Sweet Pea . Also local jewellery and accessories . 2‐1724 Corydon Ave , 204‐488‐7311 , poppieclothing . ca , Map 2 : E-3
SOFIA ’ S BOUTIQUE Grown-up fashions for work and play , including many Canadian lines like Joseph Ribkoff and Tribal . 836 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204‐254‐2595 , sofias-boutique . com , Map 2 : E‐4
THERAPY This versatile store carries an ever changing array of styles from blue jeans to ball gowns , casual or cocktail . 485 Academy Rd , 204‐417‐0557 , therapyfashions . com , Map 1 : S-1
CLOTHING / CHILDREN
D ’ ELLA Elegant children ’ s formal wear for any kind of special occasion including weddings . Check out the great selection of flouncy dresses for flower girls and pint-sized suits for ring bearers . 101-155 Sherbrook St , 204‐774‐4019 , Map 1 : P-2
TOTO N DOT Specialty imported children ’ s apparel and accessories , including popular Lelli Kelly shoes from Italy . Carries its own line of leather footwear for little ones . Tuxedo Park Shopping Centre , 204‐487‐2896 , Map 2 : D-3
CLOTHING / GIFTS
HUMBOLDT ’ S LEGACY This shop is a haven for the ecoconscious shopper . A selection of Earth-friendly items like bamboo apparel and fair trade organic coffee and tea are part of the product mix . 167 Lilac St , 204‐772‐1404 , humboldtslegacy . com , Map 1 : T-2
LAKE LIFE Bringing the woods , the water and the wilderness to Winnipeg , this retailer stocks women ’ s clothing for relaxing and entertaining , jewellery , giftware for cottagers , garden accessories , linens , tableware , artwork and rustic accent pieces . 440 Academy Rd , 204‐256‐9875 , Map 2 : D-3
MOULÉ Ultra chic boutique carries the latest women ’ s and men ’ s fashions , giftware , home accents , books , and beauty products . Adorable toys and clothing for babies and toddlers . Fashions by William Rast , DVF , Ben Sherman , Velvet , Scotch & Soda and Rachel Mara . 443 Academy Rd , 204‐488‐1891 , moulestores . com , Map 2 : D‐3
CLOTHING / MEN
EXCLUSIVE MENSWEAR EPH Apparel , 190 Smith St , 1-888-343-6117 , Map 1 : P-4 ; Hanford Drewitt , 354 Broadway , 204-957‐1640 , Map 1 : Q-4 ; Harry Rosen , CF Polo Park Shopping Centre , 2nd floor , 204‐786‐2368 , Map 2 : D-3 ; Lionetti Clothier & Custom Tailors , 215 Stafford Ave , 204-475‐0063 , Map 1 : S-1 ; Romolo Fracassi , 540 Academy Rd , 204-489‐5275 , Map 2 : D-3 ; Uomo , 610 Corydon Ave , 204‐475‐7244 , Map 1 : T-3 ; Vittorio Rossi , 2-1735 Corydon Ave , 204‐489‐1001 , Map 2 : E-3
CONFECTIONERIES
CHOCOLATIER CONSTANCE POPP Creative , made in Manitoba artisan chocolates are beautifully packaged . A lavish interior is enhanced by artfully displayed sweets , like cakes , cupcakes , and pastries . Custom chocolate work and cafe also available . 180 Provencher Blvd , 204‐897‐0689 , constancepopp . com , Map 2 : D-4
DECADENCE CHOCOLATES Handmade confections like Belgian artisan chocolates use creative flavour ingredients like Manitoba honey and thyme . Watch chocolatier Helen Staines create works of art in an open kitchen . Also carries vegan truffles . 70 Sherbrook St , 204-772-4626 , decadencechocolates . ca , Map 1 : P-2
MORDENS ’ OF WINNIPEG This Winnipeg-based candy company , with a store at the plant , produces a wide range of candy and chocolates , including very popular Russian mints . Roasted nuts are also a highlight . 674 Sargent Ave , 204‐783‐4551 , mordenschocolate . com , Map 1 : O-1
FASHION ACCESSORIES
BOES Locally owned chain offers a wide variety of bags , wallets and purses from casual to chic . Also accessories like gloves and jewellery . See Shopping Centres for hours . CF Polo Park Shopping Centre , main floor , 204‐775‐6646 , Map 2 : D-3 ; St . Vital Centre ,
204‐255‐2955 , Map 2 : F-4
THE HABERDASHERY GUYS AND
GIRLS Fun , vintage styled space carries a selection of fashionable hats , scarves , gloves , belt buckles , belts , bags and shoes . 84 Albert St , 204‐256‐3758 , haberdashery . ca , Map 1 : T-2
H ’ ATTITUDE Hat lovers rejoice ! This store offers fresh and fun hats made in-store . Custom orders are welcome . Also fashion accessories , jewellery and home accents by Manitoba artists and designers . Portage Place , 2nd floor , 204-943‐4884 , Map 1 : P-3
JOAN ’ S Sophisticated handbags , rock ‘ n ’ roll jewels , feathered fascinators and jewellery are sourced from around the globe . Also carries a large selection of dresses , tops , pants , hats and novelty gifts . B-545 Academy Rd , 204‐415‐7508 , joansaccessoriesandmore . com , Map 2 : D-3
SHAKTI The bright shop imports intricate carved furniture , home accessories , ikat scarves , sundresses , and jewellery from Indonesia , Thailand , Peru and China . Also buy bulk beads and jewellery-making supplies here or sign up for a workshop . B-194 Osborne St , 204‐415‐3338 , shaktishine . ca , Map 1 : S-3
SILVER LOTUS Fun space filled with stunning pieces . Handcrafted jewellery by Pyrrha , Andrea Waines , Justine Brooks and Rebel . Beautiful leather bags by Aunts & Uncles . Features fashions by La Fixsun and Vintage Havana . 103 Osborne St , 204-452‐3648 , silverlotus . biz , Map 1 : R-3
FOOD & WINE
AMSTERDAM TEA ROOM New shop in the Exchange District carries a large selection of aromatic looseleaf teas blended with herbs , fruits and spices . Tea accessories and books also available . 211 Bannatyne Ave , 204-295-7728 , Map 1 : N-4
THE CANISTER More than 100 varieties of black , flavoured and green teas , loose or in bags . Godiva chocolates , flavoured hot chocolate and more than 50 varieties of regular and flavoured coffee beans are offered . Wide selection of hand grinders , tea and coffee pots and mugs . 121 Osborne St , 204-474‐0407 , Map 1 : R‐3
CORNELIA BEAN Tea , coffee , chocolate , and accessories shop on the posh Academy Road strip . More than 200 varieties of loose tea and 18 freshly roasted coffees from around the world . Exclusive blends available . ea and coffee accessories . 417 Academy Rd , 204-489‐5460 , corneliabean . com , Map 2 : D-3
DE LUCA ’ S SPECIALTY FOODS With an in-house bakery , butcher and kitchen turning out daily specials , this Italian grocery-cum-New York deli is always bustling . More than 65 shapes of pasta , Mediterraneanstyle breads , take-out pasta dishes , cheeses , cold cuts and olives . 950 Portage Ave , 204-774‐7617 , deluca . ca , Map 1 : Q-1
FRESCOLIO This new extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting bar offers the ultimate try before you buy experience . Sample more than 65 varieties of oil and vinegar in tantalizing combinations , such as Tuscan herb , olive oil or dark chocolate balsamic . 2-929 Corydon Ave , 204‐505‐1455 , Map 1 : T-2 ; 5-1604 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204‐615-3885 , frescolio . ca , Map 2 : F‐5
FRESH CARROT This large health superstore on Confusion Corner carries everything from organic groceries to holistic medicine and beauty products . 230 Osborne St , 204-489-3737 , thefreshcarrot . ca , Map 1 : R-4
GIMLI FISH MARKET Specialties include pickerel and goldeye , smoked on-site . Purchases can be packaged for travel . 596 Dufferin Ave , 204-589‐3474 , Map 2 : C-4 ; 625 Pembina Hwy , 204-477‐6831 , Map 2 : E-4 ; 1083 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204‐256‐3474 , Map 2 : D-6 ; 6-801 Regent Ave , 204-222-4672 , gimlifish . com , Map 2 : D-5
G . J . ANDREWS Elegant spot features prepared dishes , a bakery counter , imported food products , Jelly Belly candies and common corner store staples . Part of the store features 900 wines from around the world . 384 Academy Rd , 204-487‐7300 , gjandrews . ca , Map 2 : D-3
THE GREEK MARKET Bustling , light space sells Mediterranean specialties such as tabouleh , sausages , and almond-crusted chicken available for take-out . Also find freezer meals and jars of locally produced condiments . 1440 Corydon Ave , 204‐488‐6161 , greekmarket . ca , Map 2 : E-3
OLIV TASTING ROOM A popular family-run Canadian chain boasting more than 80 varieties of oil and vinegar . Sampling is encouraged , with everything from subtle aged reserves to standouts like Fig Balsamic gracing the shelves . 1857 Grant Ave , 204‐414-2019 , olivtastingroom . ca , Map 2 : E-3
PIAZZA DE NARDI This indoor plaza houses La Grotta Mediterranean Market , offering gourmet dried goods , desserts , prepared foods and excellent breads . La Boutique del Vino features more than 1,300 wines from around the world . 1360 Taylor Ave , 204-982‐9461 ( market ), 204-982‐VINO ( 8466 - wine store ), lagrotta . ca , Map 2 : E-3
PINKY ’ S BAKESHOP This sweet bakery specializes in colourful cupcakes , pretty French macarons , and cookies baked from scratch with fresh ingredients . Flavours change daily . Gluten free cake often available . 439 Stradbrook Ave , 204‐453‐CAKE ( 2253 ), pinkysbakeshop . com , Map 1 : R-3
18 where . ca MARCH / APRIL 2017