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"Deer + almond is all about great food, fun times and building a strong community that serves tapas-style dishes, perfect for sharing in a relaxed and comfy environment. Formerly of Fresh Cafe, Chef Mandel has surrounded himself with a warm and experienced team, transforming the quaint space into one of the most acclaimed slow food restaurants in the city. Having spent more than half of his life in kitchens, he got his start at the haute-cuisine restaurant, Glutton’s under-celebrated Japanese chef, Makoto Ono."
"Foodies flock to deer + almond in the Exchange District for small plates served in a modern space. Lunch and dinner selections showcase the chef’s love for experimentation, with creative dishes like pickerel with roasted pumpkin, barbecued parsnips with walnut butter, and pork belly with pineapple and red chili paste earning rave reviews from locals and visiting celebrities. Vegetarians and vegans will find plenty of options, too."
"Deer + Almond is a lovely restaurant that is not only trendy and a great place for art lovers to grab a bite to eat, but the food is something to remember as well. Also, Deer + Almond is known for its exemplary service. The dishes, served in small plate style, are inspired by food from all over the globe and quite delicious."
"Restaurants and food stalls in The Forks Start with breakfast at The Forks, a downtown green space where the Assiniboine and Red rivers meet. For 6,000 years, this place has been sacred for Indigenous peoples and now two former railroad properties, the Market Building and Johnston Terminal, are crammed with multicultural food stalls, restaurants and stores featuring locally made goods. Caffeinate at the very stylish Fools & Horses and eat at Kyu Grill, famous for its heroshima grilled-skewer sandwiches served with delicious Japanese sauces and toppings."
"This restaurant, located in Winnipeg’s historic Exchange District, is the perfect place to get your Valentine’s Day meal. Offering fun twists on classic meals, it’s a great restaurant to order from if you’re looking for something a little more traditional. Try their quiche or their burger, and don’t forget to complete your Valentine’s Day meal with some wine."
"When in , sometimes a delicious meal in a cozy, relaxed venue is what's needed. Consider Peasant Cookery, a highly praised restaurant with a rustic-chic atmosphere that serves elevated spins on classic comfort food dishes. In addition to this, meals are made using locally-sourced ingredients."
"You’ll find this classy yet cozy restaurant in Winnipeg’s Exchange District. Peasant Cookery’s menu options include gnocchi, tourtiere, and pickerel, as well as tasty appetizers like charcuterie and popcorn lamb. Their dulce de leche tart makes for a perfect Easter dessert."
"You might not be able to experience the rustic atmosphere of the old train where this restaurant is located, but you can still enjoy the food!. Check out their range of French cuisine and try some of their offerings like their foie gras, or their risotto royal. Just give them a call to order for takeout or delivery!"
"A post shared by Kiersten Briscoe (@brisckoe) on May 29, 2017 at 7:24pm PDT. Resto Gare and Train Bar actually began in 1983, with La Vieille Gare Restaurant, that was respected and notable to the whole town. It was revamped in 2008 to fit in with modern times, making the design more hip and fresh."
"We went to Chop for Mother's Day, and also 1st time out since a year ago February. Appetizers were chili garlic shrimp and escargot. I had the Filet Mignon..."
"Le Musée de Saint-Boniface Museum opened its doors to the public in 1967. Built in 1847, was run by the Grey Nuns, and served as Western Canada’s first hospital, orphanage, and seniors’ home. It was in 1938 that the basement of St. Boniface Cathedral was converted into a museum."
"Offering a fascinating look into the history, culture, and nature of the province is the marvelous Manitoba Museum which is north of downtown Winnipeg. Its collection of over 2.6 million artifacts and specimens takes visitors on a whirlwind journey through the ages with interesting and interactive exhibits wherever you look. Founded in 1965, the massive museum has numerous galleries to explore which look at the province’s people, flora and fauna, and landscapes."
"Attracting throngs of visitors, there’s no second guessing why the Manitoba Museum is an award winning attraction.Famous for their walk through exhibits, visitors get a firsthand experience as the local history, culture and geology of the region is well represented. Real life exhibits too are on display where you get to see the prehistoric animals, log cabins and pronghorn antelope to nam...Read more"
"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user ajbatac used under CC BY 2.0. The focus of the Manitoba Museum is science, so naturally it is a great place to learn. One of the highlights is a marine observatory that showcases the ancient marine life of Hudson’s Bay."
"Archives of Manitoba is the official government archive of the Canadian province of Manitoba. It is located at 200 Vaughan Street in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. The Hudson's Bay Company Archives are part of the Archives of Manitoba."
"If you read up on Manitoba’s history, you’ll find out that the state has quite an interesting rail heritage.If your interest is piqued, visit the Via Rail Union Station for the only museum in Winnipeg dedicated to the state’s rich railway legacy. Reminiscent of New York’s Grand Central Station, the Winnipeg Railway Museum has an excellent display of railway cars and mode...Read more"
"Located in the heart of the continent, Winnipeg has always been a key stop for railway travel. Located inside Union Station, this small but informative museum takes you into the city's railroad past with authentic artifacts including, the Countess of Dufferin, the first steam locomotive on the Canadian prairies at almost 150 years old."
"The Winnipeg Railway Museum is a non-profit organization operated by volunteers from the Midwestern Rail Association. The museum is located on tracks 1 and 2 within Winnipeg's Via Rail operated Union Station in Manitoba, Canada. Museum • History museum • Specialty museum"
"The Manitoba Children's Museum is housed in a state-of-the-art facility located at The Forks. Inside this unique building, you'll find 12 interactive permanent galleries, which will appeal to children of all ages. The galleries range from the Milk Machine, featuring a giant cow cube you can actually go inside, to the Engine House, where kids will find a multitude of gears and levers to pull."
"We have been to quite a few children’s museums, but this one was definitely different and unique!. Each one of the exhibits is a custom built exhibit so there aren’t any other ones like it in the world. You could really tell the amount of detail that went into everything."
"Great food, loads of options for toppings as well as build your own. Vegan and low carb options. Good drink selection."
"166 Osborne St, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3L 1Y8, CanadaFull Bar, Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts DiscoverAmerican, Cafe, Canadian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free OptionsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late NightHK$55 - HK$118+1 204-453-8562"
"While not technically a coffee shop, Stella’s deserves a mention when discussing coffee in downtown Winnipeg. The Stella’s location at 110 Sherbrook is a bakery-plus-restaurant combo across two buildings. While I highly recommend the restaurant for breakfast or lunch, today I want to highlight the bakery."
"I highly recommend you get there for breakfast or lunch Monday to Friday and ask to be seated in Shannon's s..."