STEAK
& CRAB
On now until May 16
At Sandman Hotel 1750 Sargent Avenue 204 788 2015
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WALK-IN GUESTS ALWAYS WELCOME and entrees that hop enthusiastically throughout the once Spanish empire , delivering delicacies from all over South America .
There is Argentinean strip — complete with chimichurri — and Brazilian picanha for carne cravers , and the spicy paella that has proved a favourite for returning customers . Empanadas , ceviche , and even tacos show the menu is not restricted by borders .
Moqueca , a traditional Brazilian fish stew , offers oceanic bounty in the form of tender morsels of crab , shrimp , and fish , with a crown of clams and mussels topping it off . The soup is lowered with pride onto the table in a casserole dish on a rustic wooden board , setting free a bewitching aroma from the spice laced coconut broth when the lid is removed .
Though its roots are in Italy , Milanesa might as well be an Argentine national dish , where it is found typically stuffed into a sandwich at a roadside cafe or food cart . Hermanos makes three varieties , with chicken , beef , or eggplant , and the vegetarian version is standout , with a crispy , lightly spiced crust and dense texture .
Though the chic resto , a favourite for the pre-theatre crowd , is always bustling at dinner , a loyal following can be found lining up for lunch . A massive chivito sandwich is a big draw . The towering Uruguayan specialty is filled with beef , ham , bacon , provolone , olives , egg , onion , lettuce , and banana peppers ( some jaw-unhinging may be required ). For those who would rather use a fork , a plated version swaps bread for a bed of housemade fries .
Sumptuous desserts cap off a meal with authentic flair . Rich Callebaut chocolate cake is topped with a glistening scoop of dulce de leche gelato , a final nod to the flavours of South America .
Hermanos is open Mon-Wed 11:30 am-10 pm , Thu 11:30 am-11 pm , Fri 11:30 am-1 am , Sat 5 pm-1 am , and Sun 5 pm-9 pm . ciao ! reviews
SHANNON ' S Neighbourhood .... Downtown Address ....... 175 Carlton St Phone ........ 204-943-2302 Entrées ............ $ 9- $ 14
The term “ public house ” has a certain romantic ring , conjuring up images of quaint towns across the pond , pints of Guinness , jovial laughter . For the quintessential pub experience , airfare is not required — the simple way is to visit Shannon ’ s Irish Pub .
The convivial space is tucked down a flight of stairs , which give way to an expansive basement , elaborately decorated in forest greens and rustic wood . A stage in the main dining room delivers evening entertainment , with local bands and karaoke superstars testing their chops most nights of the week . Even when the stage is empty , background entertainment is provided by movies projected onto a large screen .
The result is an atmosphere as homey and welcoming as a close friend ’ s living room — but this friend has billiards , imports on tap , and a knack for churning out spot-on renditions of pub food favourites .
The humble potato pops up all over the menu in applications from bangers and mash to fish and chips . Steak and potato pie bathes the versatile veg in a stout-steeped broth with tender cubes of beef , all topped off with a crisp puff pastry cap .
The juicy lamb burger is a menu highlight . Slathered in a creamy layer of goat cheese , the rich sandwich is well complemented by its crisp onion kaiser bun .
Hearty portions keep diners satisfied , and the chatter from surrounding tables , live music , and clinking of glasses keeps one from wanting to leave . Go ahead , order another round .
Shannon ’ s is open Mon-Fri 11 am-2 am , Sat 12 pm-2 am , Sun 4 pm-10 pm .
34 ciao ! / apr / may / two thousand seventeen