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bestlist Desserts Plus 664 King Edward St, 204-339-1957. A kosher-dairy café offers a casual destination for snacks and hot meals such as Asian salmon burger. Take an individual raspberry white chocolate pavlova to-go. WA, SP, IA, M, V Feast Café & Bistro 587 Ellice Ave, 204-691-5979. This cozy spot pays tribute to Manitoba's Indigenous groups, with a menu rich in bannock, bison and berries. WA, LP, IA, M, V Forth 171 McDermot Ave. This well- designed, sun dappled café inside an Exchange District heritage building is home to local roaster Dogwood Coffee Co. Head to the downstairs bar for slick cocktails and appetizers. LP, SP, M, V The Fyxx 310 Broadway, 204-989-2470. A creative selection of sandwiches and soup in a bright, airy atmosphere make this espresso bar a great spot for lunch or chatting over coffee. WA, IA, M, V Green Carrot Juice Co 132 Osbone St ,204-691-0771; 11-2090 Corydon Ave, 204-414-3401. A health-conscious menu of cold pressed juices, teas, and light fare. Serves creative combinations of acai bowls. WA, A, IA, M, V Joe Black Coffee Bar 2037 Portage Ave, 204-415-1660. Across the bridge from Assiniboine Park, this mod café serves up casual lunch fare and sinfully delicious desserts. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V, ATM Jolly Friar Café 112 Marion St, 204-233-4475. Housed in the Norwood Hotel, this cozy spot turns out comfort food with neighbourhood flavour like split pea soup and shepherd’s pie. WA, LP, IA, A, M, V Marion Street Eatery 393 Marion Street, 204-233-2843. Chef Melissa Hryb’s fluffy pancakes layered with bacon and drizzled with apple whiskey caramel sauce make for an indulgent brunch. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V The Oakwood 660 Osborne St, 204-475-4250. Sleek decor and a commitment to local sourcing elevates this neighbourhood favourite. Filling breakfasts and twists on comfort food are top picks. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Snow and Moon 5-1727 Kenaston Blvd , 204-309-0606. Frozen flavoured milk snows topped with ice cream and fruit medleys are worth their lavish price at this cute new Korean dessert café. WA, A, IA, M, V The Tallest Poppy 103 Sherbrook St, 204-219-8777. Located in the Sherbrook Inn, this comfort food with-a-twist diner serves soul food inspired eats with decidedly Northern ingredients. Buttermilk fried chicken is excellent. LP, SP, IA, M, V OX[XU\ H[SUHVV THE CITY’S ONLY DAY SPA We cater to spontaneous whims and those unexpected openings in your day. Walk-Ins Welcome. Pedicures $22-$50 Spa Pedicure - A retreat by the sea: ingredients of a natural sea sand, sea kelp and mineral salts exfoliate, nourish and smooth. Certifi ed organic paraben free $50 Gifts Facials Gifts for the body, mind and spirit await in store $38-$80 Vita Cura 5 - A true alternative to surgical rejuvenation. The micro peel refreshens, peptide serums reduce wrinkles, and fi rming mask gives an immediate and visible lift $80 Magic Manicures Long lasting shellac cured polish with zero dry time gets you back out there to shine $38 264 Edmonton St. (204)943-6702 magicroomspa.com ciao! / apr/may / two thousand eighteen 35