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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