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bestlist Enoteca A-1670 Corydon Ave, 204‑487‑1529. This ultra-hip space boasts a creative menu of exotic ingredients. Beef tartare and cured hamachi are exquisite. WA, LP, IA, M, V Jane's 504 Main St, 204‑632‑2594. Red River College’s Paterson GlobalFoods Institute offers a unique dining experience where patrons interact with students as they execute an inspired menu. Reservations recommended. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V The Mitchell Block 173 McDermot Ave, 204-949‑9032. Exchange District spot serves chef/ owner Sean McKay's eclectic, Mediterranean influenced menu in an industrial chic setting. Crispy fried Brussels sprouts are a menu highlight. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Oak & Grain 1800 Wellington Ave, 204-786‑0926. At the Hilton Suites Winnipeg Airport, comfort food classics are offered with regional spin at the newly renovated bistro. WA, 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 Rae’s Bistro 9-925 Headmaster Row, 204-229-0237. New neighbourhood spot serves electric bistro fare. Don’t miss the chalkboard list of daily features. WA, LP, IA, M, V Rudy's Eat & Drink 375 Graham Ave, main floor MB Hydro Place, 204-421-9094. Diners enjoy mod steakhouse offerings, like steak frites or grilled dijon salmon served with tomato jam and chickpea salad, in a high tech atmosphere with a retro glam aesthetic. 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 flavour pairings and fresh uses of regional ingredients wow. WA, SP, LP, IA, M, V Star Grill Located across from Assiniboine Park, 2069 Portage Ave, 204-837‑7827. The menu is a fusion of Asian, Mediterranean and down-home continental dishes, often covering many flavours in one bite. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V 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, Rome- style pizza. WA, LP, SP, A, 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 MAGIC ROOM SPA 264 Edmonton St. (204)943-6702 magicroomspa.com ciao! / feb/mar / two thousand eighteen 39