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bestlist The Oxbow 557 Osborne St, 204-691-5373. The farm-to-table restaurant with an ever- changing menu focuses on seasonal ingredients like pickerel, beets, Arctic char and root vegetables. Natural wines are the perfect pairing. LP, A, IA, M, V The Palm Lounge Fort Garry Hotel, 222 Broadway, 1-800-665-8088. This swish lounge boasts an opulent ceiling and live jazz performances, while the kitchen presents stellar scratch-made sensations. WA, LP, A, V, M, ATM Rudy’s Eat & Drink 375 Graham Ave, MB Hydro Place, main fl oor, 204-421-9094. Diners enjoy mod steakhouse offerings, like steak frites or grilled dijon salmon in a retro glam high-tech atmosphere. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Saddlery on Market 114 Market Ave, 204-615-1898. Twists on comfort food are presented in a chic East Exchange District heritage space. Unexpected fl avour pairings and fresh uses of regional ingredients wow. WA, SP, LP, IA, M, V WHY NOT TONIGHT? You don’t need a special occasion to make you and the people you’re with feel special. From classic steak dinners to appetizers you can share with friends, you’ll always feel celebrated at The Keg. ITALIAN/CLASSIC Aurora Pizzeria and Café 842 Corydon Ave, 204-615-9644. Family- owned spot on the Corydon strip revels in tastes straight from Italy, from heaping cheesy pastas to crisp, napoli- style pizza. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Colosseo Ristorante 670 Corydon Ave, 204-284-4977. Housemade classic Italian fare makes this the place for Italian cravings. A cozy environment creates a favourite for many family outings. WA, SP, LP, IA, M, V Mona Lisa 1697 Corydon Ave, 204-488-3687. The Grande family’s southern Italy cuisine has been offered for more than 30 years in this casual neighbourhood restaurant. Several house-made pastas, traditional and gourmet pizzas. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V, ATM Monticchio 684 Osborne St, 204-477-4773. This South Osborne mainstay serves traditional recipes in a contemporary space. Try the signature breaded veal topped with Kalamata olives and provolone cheese. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Pasquale’s 109 Marion St, 204-231-1403. This long- standing destination treats all as family. Classic pastas, red sauces, and old fashioned recipes keep diners raving. The rooftop patio is a summer hotspot. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Tre Visi Cafe 926 Grosvenor Ave, 204-475-4447. Chef/owner Giacomo Appice is the talent behind this sophisticated bistro. His nationally recognized Italian- Mediterranean cuisine includes the city’s most sumptuous gnocchi. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V 2553 Portage Ave 204.885.5275 115 Garry Street 204.942.7619 2034 McGillivray Blvd 204.477.5300 kegsteakhouse.com ciao! / apr/may / two thousand nineteen 35