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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. AMANDA CYNCORA HERMANOS 179 BANNATYNE AVE. 204-947-5434 At 10 years old, Amanda helped out at her family’s restaurant by buttering toast. At 17 she arrived in Winnipeg to begin a cooking career. Now, 10 years later she is at the grill at her favourite steakhouse. Amanda loves learning about South American flavours, teaching other young cooks and being part of a kitchen team bursting with positive creative energy. MICHAEL DAY SADDLERY ON MARKET 114 MARKET AVE. 204-615-1898 After 24 years mastering his skills as a chef, Michael is happy to be back in the Exchange and being part of an exciting new restaurant project. Scratch cooking, local ingredients and a passion for Manitoba’s multicultural heritage drive his menu. Michael is particularly excited about showcasing indigenous ingredients with a few flavour twists! ADVERTISEMENT SUNNY CHEN BLUFISH 179 BANNATYNE AVE. 204-779-9888 Sunny has been part of Winnipeg’s restaurant community for more than 16 years. His love for beautiful, healthy food and an excitement to be part of this vibrant artsy neighbourhood prompted the purchase of Blufish in January, 2015. Now at the helm of one of Winnipeg’s favourite Japanese dining rooms he is eager to introduce even more creativity to the mix.