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09/13/2024

Check out events and activities happening this weekend! Assiniboine Park & Zoo Pineridge Hollow Red River Ex Shelmerdine Garden Center Fort Gibraltar Wedding and Events Aurora Farm

09/06/2024

Check out events and activities happening this week! Bronx Park Farmer's Market Winnipeg Blue Bombers Manitoba Fibre Festival Dalnavert Museum and Visitors' Centre Assiniboine Park & Zoo Children's Hospital Foundation of Manitoba East St. Paul Farmers Market

08/30/2024

Check out events and activities happening this week!
St. Norbert Farmers' Market Downtown Winnipeg Farmers' Market Le Burger Week
Winnipeg Trolley Company
First Fridays in the Exchange

08/23/2024

Check out summertime events and activities in the summer calendar of Ciao! Special Travel Issue! Burton Cummings Theatre Winnipeg Blue Bombers Corn And Apple Festival Winnipeg Waterways Exchange District Business Improvement Zone

08/19/2024

LAST CALL to enter Ciao! Kitchen Design Competition!

07/26/2024

Got weekend plans? It's gonna be a hot one!
Fortunately in the land of 100,000 lakes options are plenty for making a splash!
Let the lure of a spectacular sandy shoreline and a cool water adventure guide you.

Need a little inspiration? Check out number 3 of our 7 summer adventures we love feature for a day of beauty bliss at Elk Island.
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07/26/2024

In keeping with Ciao!’s mission to celebrate local flavour, we are saluting the creativity of Manitoba artists as our ‘last course’ feature.

Michel Saint Hilaire is our featured summer artist in this series and his murals grace outdoor and interior spaces city-wide!

Keep your eyes open during your visits to museums, attractions and Rainbow Stage and you are going to see Michel’s colourful contributions to Winnipeg!
Start with the murals featured – and you’ll start seeing murals everywhere you look!

07/24/2024

Did you know that reviews in Ciao! highlight the best restaurants in the city to draw attention to eateries that offer exceptional experiences. We visit dozens of places to discover the gems – and share our experiences with readers so you can have a new dining adventure too.
And remember, because Ciao! reviewers are not being hosted by the restaurants, the experiences do not reflect any VIP treatment. We dine like you would dine, and that’s what sets Ciao! Top Tables reviews apart from other promoters.
Simply put, we want to make it easy to eat local and exceptional! We’d love to hear which restaurants this issue leads you too!

📸 Feast Cafe Bistro

07/22/2024

Chef Eric Nguyen is among the generation of cooks drawing on people’s food curiosity and embracing global ingredients to present noble mash ups of culinary cultures. His recipes featured in this issue of Ciao! reflect elements of Japanese, Korean and French cuisines and deliver the wow factor. For those of you who seek instant gratification, a reservation at Damecca is an easy way to enjoy these beauties.

07/19/2024

Since opening Meal Set Bistro in 2020 chef Ken Nguyen has won over Winnipeggers with lavish dishes. His food is naturally photogenic, but the complex flavours are the real sensation. His dishes, featured in this issue reflect Ken’s signature fun style twinned with sophisticated taste. If you haven’t discovered this fiery little gem, now is the perfect time to change that!

07/18/2024

Manitoba’s diversity naturally provides a playground for adventures. There are plenty of secluded spots if you know where to look. From waterfalls, lakeshores and forests to remote waterways, sandy lands and rock fields, stunning wilds worth exploring are featured in this issue’s ciao! travels feature. Click the link in the bio to get the details on 7 summer adventures we absolutely love.
Travel Manitoba Clear Lake Country Interlake Tourism Association Eastman Tourism Wild Loon Adventure Company Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre

07/17/2024

Surf and turf, the classic extravagant seafood and red meat pairing served in steakhouses is reimagined by two Winnipeg chefs who cast new flavours on the classic match. If your palate yearns for more gastronomic gusto check out this issue’s in the kitchen feature for stunning Asian fusion dishes that celebrate land and sea. Clicking the link in the bio leads to all the deliciousness. Damecca Lounge Meal Set Bistro

07/12/2024

The Special Travel Issue of Ciao! is out this week – and available at Winnipeg’s private wine stores and specialty food stores now 👏 🎉

This annual summer issue highlights some extraordinary destinations beyond the city limits.
Adventures await in Manitoba and there are plenty of secluded sweet spots if you know where to look. From waterfalls, lakeshores and forests to remote waterways, sandy lands and rock fields, here are some stunning wilds worth exploring.

In The Kitchen spotlights Winnipeg’s Asian fusion master chefs and their new plays on the surf and turf theme.

If we’ve piqued your interest, you can read it all right now by following the link in our bio!
We hope the entire issue inspires adventures marked with good eats and great memories ❤️
📸 Steve Salnikowski

07/08/2024

Do you have the best-designed new or renovated kitchen in Winnipeg? Let's see it! Enter our Kitchen Design Competition by July 15, you could receive a gourmet dinner for 6 prepared in your kitchen by one of Winnipeg’s top chefs!
📸 SIVART Productions and Ian McCausland Photography

05/03/2024

Happy Friday Winnipeg Foodies!

It's been a restaurant fuelled week as we visit Winnipeg’s best places before printing our annual Taste magazine! Before we put a wrap on the week, we wanted to send a big shout out to the city's hard working restaurants. WOWZA! We've got it good here in Winnipeg!!! Despite rising costs across the board for food and labour, top tier restos are serving up stellar dishes at a fraction of menu prices in other parts of the country!!! (They KNOW we all love a bargain!😉). In fact, the fine dining category is especially shining brightly 💡. Many of the restaurants serving luxe ingredients (think premium cuts of meat and seafood) and showcasing artistic presentations have barely touched their prices, making this a diners market! 🍛

We thought it was the perfect day to share - and encourage a nudge to make a Fri-yay date night at one of the city’s best!!! Dropping a few suggestions for !

03/28/2024

Ciao! April/May issue is HERE and it celebrates chocolate 🍫! Find delectable recipes shared by outstanding bakers with gorgeous photos of the results 😋.

Our annual Ciao! Chocolate Fest is back too, so check out ALL the offers throughout April!

Read reviews of Winnipeg’s top tier restaurants. Top Tables recognizes those special spots that deliver the whole package: beautiful, artfully presented food and gorgeous settings.

Copies available at Winnipeg’s private wine stores and specialty food stores now or click the link https://joom.ag/v6Zd to read it right now! 📸Steve Salnikowski

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02/23/2024

Join The Wood Tavern for a three course celebratory “Festival du Voyageur” meal, available February 23-25.
The Wood Tavern

02/23/2024

A pedigreed passionate chef and a couple of passionate food lovers with Calabrian ancestry, generous hearts and a big helping of hospitality to share have been winning fans with their genuine hospitality at Little Nana’s Italian Kitchen since opening in 2019! Anyone who has visited will attest, what’s not to love? Rich dark wood wraps around every dining booth, and ambient lighting adds cozy elegance to the space.
On special occasions, a wheel of Pecorino Romano is brought in for tableside preparations of cacio e pepe, a rare treat showcasing how spaghetti, pepper and hot water result in an inexplicable creamy, fiery masterpiece. This is not to be missed, and fortunately for all of us, this delectable Italian dish awaits your visit during Ciao! Dine About Winnipeg!
Osso buco on tagliatelle noodles is a sure bet too. Fall off the bone tender beef ribs in mushroom laced jus deliver umami depth.
Generosity is notable at Little Nana’s. but save space for the Dine About meal’s sweet ending of crisp cannoli. Little Nana's Italian Kitchen

02/23/2024

The warm glow behind The Grove’s street-facing windows draws in passers-by. Give into the pull and you’ll be happy to discover the charm of this well-loved British gastropub. Its horse-shoe shaped bar is the first hint to this neighbourhood hang’s philosophy: community, camaraderie and sharing drinks with close mates. The menu is clue number two. Shareable crowd-pleasers prompt enjoying food in the company of others. Familiar pub-grub with inventive spark embraces eaters of all generations. Palate prickling dishes mingle with legendary sarnies, burgers and familiar classics such as chicken pot pie, swimming in cream sauce and mixed with meat and vegetables under a golden layer of puff pastry. This luxurious perennial favourite dish makes the Grove a welcome new addition to Dine About Winnipeg this year – and an easy choice for a unbuttoned fun evening out! The Grove Pub and Restaurant

02/22/2024

Don't miss out. Make your reservations now! The Oakwood

02/22/2024

Don't miss out. Make your reservations now! Bailey's Restaurant & Lounge - Prime Dining in Winnipeg

02/21/2024

Don't miss out. Make your reservations now! Cafe Carlo

02/21/2024

Hermanos Restaurant and Wine Bar opened to rave reviews in 2009, and today its menu still hops enthusiastically throughout the once Spanish empire, delivering delicacies from all over South America.
Visit during Ciao! Dine About Winnipeg and be spoiled for choice. This is the only resto extending special prix fixe three course meals in every price category. . Choose from selections at $19 (weekdays only), $29, $39 and $49!
There is Argentinean strip—complete with chimichurri—and Brazilian picanha for carne cravers, and the spicy paella that has proved a favourite for returning customers. Moqueca, a traditional Brazilian fish stew, offers oceanic bounty in the form of tender morsels of crab, shrimp, and fish, with a crown of clams and mussels topping it off. Sumptuous desserts cap off a meal with authentic flair. Hermanos Restaurant & Wine Bar

02/20/2024

There is something so cheerful about each dish served at Bonfire Bistro. A warm, welcoming atmosphere mixed with the fiery aroma of an oak-fired oven lures those in the know to the restaurant’s hearth. Exciting flavour combinations shine through every bite, turning visitors into regulars. This year, we are thrilled to add Bonfire Bistro’s delectable signatures on the roster of special Dine About Winnipeg offers. What a wonderful opportunity to discover some of the city’s exemplary stand out dishes! Gnocchi with braised beef short rib, curry vermicelli with prawns and spicy eggplant, and a saffron infused tomato broth cioppino, brimming with fish, prawns, mussels await eager eaters. Apple and pear crumble makes a dreamy, sweet ending to your Dine About meal. Hurry, here! You can be sure this spot will fill fast! Bonfire Bistro

02/17/2024

The Oakwood, where friendly staff and cozy atmosphere are the backdrop to a menu with surprises has been providing guests with fresh and scratch-made food, since opening in 1992. Beet latkes, meatless meat loafs and creative renditions on eggs Benedict, demonstrate this joint’s talent for giving classic dishes a modern flair.
Visit during Ciao! Dine About Winnipeg and discover what all the fuss is about. Start with a bowl of borscht (yes, it IS as good as baba’s!) followed by brisket and Dijon mashed potatoes, and braised cabbage. Press
Something sweet is a must here every visit but obviously during Dine About Winnipeg. Owner Wendy May’s rotating desserts are renowned for Oakwood frequenters, one bite of pie and you too will know why!

02/16/2024

Foodies know there's more to a meal than what you eat, and that something sour, spicy, or smoky to sip on can enhance any night out. Cocktail connoisseurs or those getting craft-curious will love an interactive tour of Capital K Distillery, a state of the art facility producing locally made spirits. Learn the details of the distilling process and see custom-engineered equipment, then enjoy a tasting session of the hand-crafted spirits in the on-site tasting lounge. Savour each sip and discover new flavour profiles at the same time.
The visit concludes with a craft cocktail of your choice, made by a master bartender and a shareable charcuterie board from Sharecuterie! This is a great edu-taining event for couples and groups looking for a new way to embrace Winnipeg’s local beverage scene. Capital K Distillery

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Kitchen beauty is in the details. Don’t wait! Submit your newly designed kitchen to Ciao! Kitchen Design Competition 2024 today! 📸 @s1v4rt_pro and @ianmcc

Do you have the best-designed new or renovated kitchen in Winnipeg? Let’s see it!Enter our Kitchen Design Competition by August 7, you could receive a gourmet dinner for 6 prepared in your kitchen by one of Winnipeg’s top chefs!📸 @s1v4rt_pro and @ianmcc

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Don't miss out. Make your reservations now! Bailey's Restaurant & Lounge - Prime Dining in Winnipeg #DineAboutWinnipeg2024 #CDAW2024

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Celebrate Winnipeg’s unique local flavour and incredible culinary talent during the most anticipated dining event of the year, Ciao! Dine About Winnipeg!!! From Feb 9-25 top restaurants heat up the season with special three course prix-fixe meals comprised of popular signature dishes served up at great price! Make your resos now! #DineAboutWinnipeg2024

We are down to the wire now for all you last minute shoppers. Fortunately, the city has you covered. Check out some of our favourite finds for the gourmands on your list, from caviar to grow your own mushroom kits, you’ll want to check out the It List.

Let’s face it, some days we need a little help to sparkle! Fortunately, this city is bursting with talented jewellers and artisanal craftspeople producing many ways to sparkle and shine! Check out jewellery retailers in the Holiday Issue It List – and also keep your eyes open for great jewellery at the stores listed in the categories such as fashionably accessorized, gifters and gardeners section.

“Tis the season for giving, and finding the perfect gift in one of Winnipeg’s boutique’s is a joy! One of the great benefits of shopping at local stores is the opportunity it presents to get to know our community! The people selecting those fabulous curated collections are seasoned professionals, some are designers, others are artists, and all passionate about finding extra-ordinary items for customers. Check out some of our favourites in the Holiday Issue! If you see something you like, be sure to let the owner know you are a “Ciao! hound” 😊 and a proud local shop supporter!

For many of us, fashion is a favourite form of expression! It has been said, fashion is the armour to survive the reality of everyday life. Whether this means surviving the cold temperatures of winter (eventually they will arrive!) with colourful mukluks, swapping a functional toque for a berry coloured beret, or slipping into something slinky like a fabulous party dress, Winnipeg stores are filled with stylish forms of expressionism that function. Enjoy discovering them!

Every year, Ciao! presents its choices for the top five new restaurants that opened this year. This year’s selection all serve exemplary cuisine in settings that deliver a little escapism on the side! Whether sitting adjacent a lush tropical biome, surrounded by rose coloured velvet or sitting beneath twinkling lights and tiki masks, this year’s bumper crop of restaurants invites us to suspend reality a little by enveloping us in a multi-sensory experience. We think this is an idea we are all ready for! Check them out in Ciao! reviews.

Ciao! special Holiday issue is here! Check out our favourite gift ideas in the It List.

The store is ready for you! Rubia Darya

The store is ready for you! Wonderful World of Sheepskin

The store is brimming and ready for you. Shop Boutique Week! @d.a.niels

The store is brimming and ready for you. Shop Boutique Week! D.A. Niels Gourmet Kitchenware

It's time to SHOP! Visit participating stores: d.a. Niels Farmer's Son Co. Frescolio The Hula Hut The Locals Rubia Darya Rugs and Textiles Shakti The Stoneware Gallery U. N. Luggage The Wonderful World of Sheepskin

It's time to SHOP! Visit participating stores: d.a. Niels Farmer's Son Co. Frescolio The Hula Hut The Locals Rubia Darya Rugs and Textiles Shakti The Stoneware Gallery U. N. Luggage The Wonderful World of Sheepskin

Keep eating! Taste a world of flavours at Winnipeg’s great restaurants during the city’s food festival that celebrates multi-cultural diversity in restaurants! From Aug 11 – 31 a selection of restaurants offer multi-course meals and signature menus served at a great price! Enjoy adventures in dining while exploring the city’s vibrant culture through food. Discover something SUPERB and try something NEW!

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In 1997, Fanfare Magazine Group launched Ciao! to celebrate the food, chefs and restaurants of the region. Top local chefs and restaurateurs subsequently joined with Ciao! to create the Cuisine Tourism Council of Manitoba to develop cuisine as a tourism draw. The Council launched Good Food Manitoba in September 2000 to celebrate regional and seasonal food.

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