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Oct 2020

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Saturday, October 24, 2020 2 LOCAL FLAVOUR A MANITOBA FOODIE'S GUIDE TO DELICIOUS DISHES creamy plate of butter chicken from Punjab Food Corner. Homestyle soup and sandwiches from Nick's On Broadway. A steaming bowl of pho from Viva Restaurant. With a new season of social distancing upon us, food is playing an even more important role in keeping our hearts warm, stomachs full, and communities together. Winnipeg is our hometown, and SkipTheDishes is proud to bring some of the world's most popular dishes right to your door for you to try from the comfort of your own home. With no better time than the present, we asked three Free Press staffers to immerse themselves in another culture for a meal, trying some of Skip's samplings from around the world from local restaurants. Here's what they had to say. CLAY OVEN Reviewed by Winnipeg Free Press Insider and Insert Distribution King, Lionel Zelicz When we ordered Clay Oven through SkipTheDishes we were thrilled to have dinner at home on a cool fall evening. We are familiar with Indian cuisine and specifically with the vegetarian options but were feeling a bit adventurous and willing to be a little daring. Our appetizer of papadums were crispy and spicy (there was an option to go for mild, medium or hot). For our mains, we had the spinach paneer, which is a tasty traditional dish, and aloo gobi which is made with aromatic cauliflower and potatoes that went well with the paneer. In keeping with traditional Indian customs, I like to eat with my fingers, so this time we ordered the naan bread instead of the lighter chapatis. The sides of tamarind sauce and mint chutney were well received, and of course basmati rice is always on the menu when ordering Indian vegetarian and came with each of the above dishes -Yum! CHEF ON DEMAND Review by Winnipeg Free Press Insider and Fearless Creative Troubleshooter, Debbie Thompson Puff Puff is a deep-fried treat, comparable to a stretchy doughnut ball, slightly sweet with the occasional tantalizing kick of spice. Imagine a deep-fried miniature hot cross bun, minus the fruit and raisins, and with a little extra something-something. There's a tongue-teasing aftertaste of warm peppers, constantly seducing one into taking one more bite to confirm that it's really there. Although listed among the appetizers, Puff Puff could pass for dessert, if you can wait until after your meal to tuck in. Tomato Stew comes with a choice of protein (beef or chicken) and is accompanied by long grain white rice. This savoury stew has the umami richness of sweet sun-dried tomatoes. Beef was the option I tried today, and the hearty flavour of the meat stands up well against the tomatoey richness of the broth. Tomato Stew can be an interesting change of routine for adventurous eaters who want to satisfy their itch for spiciness with something new. Our last item was Nyama Choma (literally "grilled meat") and served as a platter of grilled goat, greens, and boiled yam. The shredded greens are tossed cooked with onion and mild sweet pepper. The goat is bone-in, so be prepared to set down your fork and dig in with your hands. BANH MI KING Review by Winnipeg Free Press Insider and VIP of Advertising, Karen Buss When I received our family meal for three from Banh Mi King, I was more than pleased. Our order details included: #5. Spring Rolls (7 pcs): The spring rolls arrived hot and crunchie. Abundant in flavour, they left you wanting another one. Best of all was the dipping sauce - spicy, fresh, and delightful. #27. Curry Chicken Rice: This curry chicken dish was large enough for three on its own! When we opened the container the presentation and aroma were fantastic. #27. Pork Steak Rice: This dish was presented in a portioned container that made you feel you were in the restaurant. The pork was so tender along with jasmine rice and slightly pickled fresh vegetables was a burst of all things delicious. #21. Chicken Pho: This gluten friendly soup came with the ingredients on the side. The chicken was perfectly prepared, and the sprouts were nice and crunchy. Pho soups are often a go-to for me and this was by far the best I have ever had. Even my son loved it! In his own words - "I have never had anything Vietnamese until this evening and I can now say that I am a fan. The flavour was just absolutely mouth- watering, it was some of the best takeout I've had in a long time. Overall, everything was delicious, and I'd have it again any day! Mom?" We know the restaurant community is a vital part of who we are as Winnipeggers. We're proud to help our city support their favourite local restaurants while enjoying the diverse, delicious tastes of the world that Winnipeg has to offer. Check back each Saturday as we continue to highlight some of our city's most popular restaurants, and a few hidden gems for you to discover to transport you around the world this winter. A FAVOURITES FROM AROUND THE WORLD Home grown

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