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Gastronomical Gridlock Temperatures may be dropping, but the fall/winter season is when things really start to heat up for fans of Winnipeg's culinary hotspots. With people back from their summer vacations and the kids back in school, local chefs have a tendency to step up their game — making for a mouthwatering array of traditional and haute cuisine that's sure to appeal to all tastes. Tuck into tourtière in St. Boniface, linguine and lasagna on Corydon Avenue, or a hearty bowl of pho from one of the many Vietnamese eateries clustered around the city's West End. Sample Spanish tapas, spicy pad Thai, or artfully-arranged sushi — all without leaving the same three-block stretch of Osborne Village. Or venture deep into the suburbs, where you'll find a smorgasbord of Middle Eastern, Indian, and South American options — not to mention enough varieties of Ukrainian perogies to keep you stuffed 'til spring thaw. Visit PegCityGrub.com for more info. Raiding the Larders In the mood for a dining experience with regional flair? Be sure to venture a little further afield, where you'll have access to the rich bounty contained within our borders — whether you're craving down-home country cooking or the latest in organic gourmet. Be sure to make tracks for one the many fowl suppers taking place at churches and town halls throughout Manitoba — providing you can snag a seat, you'll soon be sated with turkey, trimmings, and homemade desserts. Spend the rest of the winter ensconced in rural bliss, whether dining on pickerel and vinatarta in Gimli, francophone fare in Ste. Agathe, or First Nations bannock and bison stew. And be sure to hit the holiday market circuit to stock up on preserves, baked goods and maple syrup. Visit the Shopping & Dining page at TravelManitoba.com TUCK INTO great taste Patio season will soon pass, but when it comes to Manitoba's tradition of culinary largesse, there's still plenty of room at the table. Make reservations at one of the award-winning cafes, bistros or dining rooms in Winnipeg, or take a road trip in search of eclectic regional cuisine. Just don't be surprised if you find yourself coming back for seconds — and be sure to save room for dessert! 9 DINE in style DINING