SAVOUR Manitoba

Chief Executive Officer Mike Power Vice President Revenue and Business Development Michele Prysazniuk Director, FP Features Charlene Adam Coordinator, FP Features Amy Anders Creative Director Tammy Mitchell Shakar Hagiev Editorial Alex Allardyce Kristin Marand Jennifer McFee Contributing Writers Alex Allardyce Charlene Adam Todd Lewys Kristin Marand FP Marketing Photography Darcy Finley David Lipnowski Supplied Savour Manitoba magazine is published on Treaty 1 Territory and the homeland of the Métis Nation. MANITOBA SAVOUR September is here! September is here and the last day of summer is in sight. Many of us have enjoyed lovely days at the lake, attended fun gatherings or tried cocktails at local restaurants. Whichever way you enjoyed the summer, fall will soon be upon us. And it's time to inspect how we can embrace this upcoming season. Savour Manitoba has a few ideas. When I moved to Manitoba, I was impressed with its sense of community. Every fall and spring, the Free Press team attends or covers countless community-based events. e goal is to support and promote charities and organizations that give back to Manitobans. Assisting the community is one of the many reasons why Manitoba is such a great place to live. One of my favourite fundraising events is the Winnipeg Wine Festival. I've personally volunteered and attended it several times. In addition to being educational and enjoyable, the festival supports athletes who compete in the Special Olympics (you'll learn more about the festival and the Special Olympics in this issue). is year, the festival will highlight old world wines. For that reason, you may notice that this Savour Manitoba issue offers vineyard stories plus food and wine suggestions that tie strongly to the old world. Naturally, we still have a focus on Manitoba tales too. From stunningly beautiful custom made-in-Manitoba jewelry and award-winning local beer to fine dining and event options, we remain dedicated to promoting the best of this province. Follow us as we embrace great stories that will allow you to better Savour Manitoba! Charlene Adam B.A, WSETII Free Press, Director FP Features COVER BOTTLE PHOTO BY DAVID LIPNOWSKI PHOTOGRAPHY SAVOUR MANITOBA | FALL 24 3

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