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’ re Expanding !
Looking forward to serving you in South Winnipeg later this year !
Thank you , Winnipeg , for enthusiastically welcoming us into your hearts , recipes and homes ! We ’ ll keep you posted on our progress at our second location .
2-929 Corydon Ave .
204-505-1455 frescolio . ca
Open Tuesday through Sunday
SHAWARMA KHAN Neighbourhood Exchange District Address . ... 225 McDermot Ave Phone . ....... 204-504-0453 Entrées . .......... $ 11- $ 15
Former Blue Bomber Obby Khan opened Shawarma Khan in 2013 to express his passion for scratchmade healthy fare . Overstuffed wraps and a casual atmosphere keep this sunlit room , accented with blue and orange wall decor , a standout amongst most falafel spots . You might call this Middle Eastern soul food ; playing on the region ' s European , Asian and African influences , piquant tastes create lively and flavourful combinations .
This corner hub in the heart of the Exchange sets the scene with pulsequickening music and an inviting atmosphere . The simple carryout spot has a handful of tables and bar-style window seats perfect for chowing down and people watching .
Digital menu boards list a selection of meat and falafel wraps , including signature ‘ wrath of Khan ,’ amongst vegetarian and gluten-free options . Side salads come with each shawarma plate , like the Stegall salad . Named after ex Winnipeg Blue Bomber Milt , it is an herby mix of beets , crisp apple and shaved chicken straight off the spit , aromatic of lemon . Tabbouleh , a Middle Eastern classic and vegetarian dish is the perfect accompaniment to shawarma , a dominant kick of parsley leading the way for nutty bulgur wheat .
Crisp garlic pita chips beg to be slathered in exceptionally creamy hummus . Made in house , even this simple snack scores a touchdown .
Shawarma Khan is open Mon- Thu 10 am – 8 pm , Fri & Sat 11 am – 9 pm , closed Sun & Mon .
WAKOYA Neighbourhood .... Osborne Village Address . . 1-167 Osborne Street Phone . ....... 204-783-7777 Entrées . ........... $ 7- $ 15
Wakoya is not short on restaurant competition in Osborne Village , but it holds its own . A prime location and vast menu make this a top pick for Japanese cuisine , along with a number of Seoul-food options thrown in by the Korean born chef .
The menu is simple , but the combinations of flavours are anything but . A single page of Korean fare features classics like bulgogi , (‘ fire meat ’, referring to the open flame cooking method by which it ’ s prepared ) a tender beef and vegetable medley served with rice . In a cuisine where gochujang is as common as salt and pepper , stomach-scalding eats are the norm .
Heartwarming sundubu jjigae combines custardy tofu with pork , egg and vegetables . The comforting stew feels like a hug , with enough peppery kick to keep you from melting away . Amp up the burn with buldak , pan-fried chicken smothered in a chilli-loaded sauce . Soft rice cakes , commonly sold from Korean food stands on street corners , cool the collar with unadorned flavour .
There is no shortage of options , especially for sushi lovers . The Mark ’ s roll – tempura yam , smoked salmon and cucumber dotted with a mesquite house sauce – reenergizes familiar tastes with pristine presentation .
Though new to the neighbourhood , the year-old Wakoya proves a minimalist conceit : that out of simplicity can come a delicious , memorable meal .
Wakoya is open Mon- Thu 11:30 am – 10 pm , Fri-Sat 11:30 am – 11 pm .
26 ciao ! / aug / sep / two thousand fifteen