SHOPPING
A new upscale salon where men can relax and feel comfortable enjoying hand / foot services
• Hand and Foot Treatments
• Waxing Hair Removal
• Liquor Licensed
• Gift Certificates
289 Garry St . 204-977-8267 Book your appointment at blacksmithparlour . com
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SOFIA ’ S BOUTIQUE Grown-up fashions for work and play , including many Canadian lines like Joseph Ribkoff and Tribal . Classy and sophisticated clothing styles range from casual , business and formal and available in sizes 4 - 22 . 836 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204-254-2595 , sofias-boutique . com , Map 2 : E-4
STITCH & TREADLE Canadian owner / sewist recently opened shop featuring local designers products made with fair trade materials from around the world . Alterations done on site . 141 Sherbook St , 204-774-4222 , Map 1 : R-2
THERAPY Get some retail therapy at this tiny space on Academy Road . Look for this versatile store carries an ever changing array of styles from casual to cocktail . . 485 Academy Rd , 204-417-0557 , therapyfashions . com , Map 1 : S-1
CONFECTIONERIES
ASCHENTI COCOA Bean to bar chocolate is made on site at this small shop . Cocoa beans sourced from owners Christelle and Christian Mekoh ’ s farm in Cameroon are transformed into silky chocolate , available for sampling . 782 Corydon Ave , 204-219-7221 , aschenti . com , Map 1 : T-2
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 . Houses the largest Matt & Nat collection in Canada . Also accessories like gloves and jewellery . 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 Located in the Exchange District , this 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 . 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
THE CANISTER More than 100 varieties of black , flavoured and green teas , loose or in bags plus more than 50 varieties of regular and flavoured coffee beans . 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 . 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 . Mediterranean-style 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 . 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
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
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 . 1360 Taylor Ave , 204-982-9461 ( market ), 204-982-VINO ( 8466 - wine store ), lagrotta . ca , Map 2 : E-3
SCOOP N ’ WEIGH Spices , specialty flours , snacks and health foods . Also stocks a selection of cookware , linens , and colourful lunch boxes . 1770 Taylor Ave , 204-489-1031 , scoopnweigh . com , Map 2 : E-3
TALL GRASS PRAIRIE BREAD COMPANY Organic bakery sells bread made with freshly ground flour from Manitoba wheat . A favourite for cinnamon buns and pastries . 859 Westminster Ave , 204-783-5097 , Map 1 : R-1 ; The Forks Market , main floor , 204-957-5097 , tallgrassbakery . ca , Map 1 : Q-5
VITA HEALTH This Manitoba-owned and operated chain of health stores carries natural beauty products , nutritional supplements , organic produce , dairy , meats and dry goods . Six locations in Winnipeg , vitahealthstores . ca or 204-984-9599 for information .
WINE STORES Banville & Jones Wine Co , 1616 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204-948-WINE ( 9463 ), Map 2 : F-4 ; De Luca Fine Wines , 942 Portage Ave , 204-783-9463 , Map 1 : Q-1 ; Ellement Wine + Spirits , The Forks Market , main floor , 204-956-4613 , Map 1 : Q-5 ; Kenaston Wine Market , 1855A Grant Ave , 204 – 488-9463 , Map 2 : E-3 ; La Boutique del Vino , 1360 Taylor Ave , 204-982-VINO ( 8466 ), Map 2 : E-3 ; The Wine House , 110-1600 Kenaston Blvd , 204-275-6660 , Map 2 : F-3
FURNITURE & HOME DECOR
BLUE MOON Long standing local outfit provides unusual upscale home furnishings , such as petrified teak wood stools and imported live-edge tables . In-house design line features beautiful modern pieces . 109 Pacific Avenue , 204-452-7096 , bluemoonfurniture . ca , Map 1 : N-4
DESIGN MANITOBA Contemporary and transitional furniture for every room in the house are found in this 10,000 square foot space . Also features a large selection of home accessories . Shipping available . 101-326 Wardlaw Ave , 204-453-2390 , designmanitoba . com , Map 1 : S-4
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