ciao ! travel
From the picturesque farmlands of Southern Manitoba to the Interlake ’ s sandy beaches , pockets of prairie life are still steeped in the culture of Mennonite and Icelandic settlers .
Southern Sights
by Bethany Zacharias
WHERE TO EAT
Mexicanite Medley
Del Rios ’ husband and wife duo — Mexican born Mennonites — brought the best flavours from both worlds to Winkler more than a decade ago . A pit stop at this small town grub hub rewards with juicy beefsteak stuffed tortillas , locally farmed beans , and eggy kielke noodles topped with cream gravy and fried onions .
Roadside Eats
Burke ’ s Roadhouse on Hwy 75 is just what it sounds like : a mid-western inspired watering hole dishing out perfect road food . Try the “ Burky ”, a staple on the menu since 1961 , a burger served open-face and smothered in gravy . Backyard barbeque afficianados can cook their own steak on a grill set up inside , while sipping local or imported brews .
WHERE TO SHOP
Prairie Finds
In Morden , nibble on an egg salad sandwich amidst Oldies and Goodies ’ antique covered walls . A mismatched seating area is a quirky stop for nostalgia lovers , with a menu of simple , classic bites rounding out the experience . Antiques are sourced from a 2-hour radius , making this shop a gold mine for prairie treasures .
German Goodwill
It ’ s not uncommon to hear whispers of Plautdietsch while perusing the aisles of the Morris Mennonite Central Committee Thrift Store , one of a handful of MCC shops sprinkled around Southern Manitoba . Go digging for keepsakes in an impressive selection of housewares , records and board games . Vintage china and crystal displays set our hearts aflutter .
ciao ! / june / july / two thousand fifteen 11