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and Pawulski proves equally adept at rustic Italian favourites . Slowly simmered Bolognese turns tomatoes , wine , and rich veal stock into a silky sauce that is tossed with pappardelle and brightened with peppery arugula . Caesar salad , too , needs no improvement , a tried and true blend of perky lemon and hints of anchovies .
Authentic Italian panino are also on the menu . Vegetarians can dine on a roasted vegetable variety spread with hummus , cucumber , roasted peppers , and caramelized onions . An equally delicious Spanish chicken sandwich is slightly earthy with manchego cheese and grilled red pepper , laid on a bed of aioli for a garlic kick .
A handful of desserts includes Callebaut chocolate five ways – flourless cake topped with chocolate ganache , plated on ‘ soil ’ made from dehydrated cake crumbs , garnished with house made chocolate candy ciao ! reviews
and shredded white chocolate . An affogato offers espresso over ice cream with a shaving of Callebaut and a gluten free wafer .
The service is excellent and the ambiance is compelling . In a happy after-dinner haze , gazing at exquisite views of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights and a glittering evening skyline through decadesold windows , reflective diners may be tempted to see how Cibo ’ s blend of old and new so perfectly mirrors our ever-changing city .
Cibo is open Sun-Thu 7 am-midnight and Fri & Sat 7 am-1 am .
THE TALLEST POPPY Neighbourhood .. West Broadway Address ...... 103 Sherbrook St Phone ......... 204-219-8777 Entrées ............. $ 9- $ 15
When The Tallest Poppy opened its Sherbrook St location in late September , line ups stretched out the door . Now , months later , the eagerly anticipated eatery is still in hot demand , satiating its loyal following with plate after plate of a hearty , housemade blend of local favourites and comforts borrowed from the deep South .
Originally a tiny morning spot on North Main , the cozy restaurant led by Talia Syrie has blossomed in its new location in the Sherbrook Inn to include lunch and dinner options as well as several more tables .
Hearty breakfasts are carried over from the previous location , many accompanied by a personal gravy boat . Even the most ardent green smoothie supporters will be wooed into indulging in a spread unapologetically packed with eggs , cheese , fried foods , and bacon . Buttermilk-fried chicken and waffles is savoury and sweet with a drizzle of maple syrup , the chicken a

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elegant dining experience . Full of flavor . Without compromise .

Reservations : 204.594.1967

1979 Wellington Ave . Winnipeg , MB R3H 1H5 Inside The Grand Winnipeg Airport Hotel
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