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DECEMBER 2014/JANUARY 2015

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ISSUE 2 VOLUME 3

THE JUNO AWARD SELECTION PROCESS

THE GIFT OF GIVING

A CHRISTMAS MARKET GUIDE

IDEAS FOR CELEBRATING CHRISTMAS & GIVING BACK!

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A SEASON OF WONDER

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Cover photo by Studio D Shot on location at Garden Architecture

& Design (GardenArchitecture.ca)

DEC 2014/JAN 2015

GOING BEYOND CHICKEN SOUPSurprising locations for heartwarming eats By Lynette Suchar

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ABOUT THE JUNO AWARDSCanadian musicians deserve credit and get it

Text by Rebecca Windjack

HER DIRTY LITTLE SECRET Get away guilt-free and save on shampooText by Jennilee Cardinal-Schultz

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WHAT’S FIRST: FABRIC OR DESIGN? Rebecca King on textures, tailoring & taste Text by Mandy Pravda 24

Fun-filled, locally produce toys available at The Better Good and elsewhere arcross town provide more reasons to enjoy giving this season.


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It makes me feel pretty good when I start to think of the sea change that’s happened in the city over the past few years, and I’m not just talking about economic, job or population growth. It’s about the growing realization among consumers that we can and should support local businesses, not to mention those that have a social conscience.

The Better Good, Handmade Handcrafts, the Saskatoon Farmers’ Market and other businesses (see p. 22) are dedicated to supporting local (selling goods made in the city, province, country or with an emphasis on sustainability) or promoting the experiences that the recipient can enjoy as much as the gift itself.

There are Christmas concerts and markets (p. 10-11), fun outdoor activities to take part in (p. 20) and many other reasons to get out and be fi lled with the spirit of the season. Haven’t been down to the Cameco Meewasin Skating Rink yet? Or gone on a sleigh ride? Or tobogganing in Diefenbaker Park or

Archibald North Park? Now’s the time!Or ever thought to spend some time getting to

know your neighbours, wherever they are from? With winter snows burying the city and keeping us indoors, now is the perfect time to welcome people into our homes and lives—whether those less fortunate than ourselves or people about whom all we know is that they’ve come here from somewhere else. Giving—of ourselves, our time, what we have—should be for the simple reason that we in a society of plenty understand the power of giving and the peace and goodwill that we create by sharing.

Eat, drink and be merry this holiday season! Get into the true spirit of the season and be the best person you can be to friends, family, neighbours, colleagues and perfect strangers alike. Done shoveling and still have some energy left? How about volunteering at Friendship Inn and serve meals to people less fortunate than you? If you can give one thing this Christmas, give the gift of hope. Do good because it’s the right thing to do and feels good, not just because you ought to.

From me and everyone at fl ow magazine, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy Kwanza, Festivus, New Year and all the rest!


the cityAn Iconic Theatre Gets Set to Go Green

Broadway Theatre Executive Director Kirby Wirchenko stands atop the roof of this historic property in late November 2014. Solar panels to be installed on the roof in December should reduce the theatre’s power bill by up to 45 percent.

The Broadway Theatre hopes to have added solar power to supplement its existing power use just in time to celebrate the 68th anniversary of its doors fi rst opening to the public.

The decision to move towards renewable energy began earlier this year, and plans to install more than 40 solar panels on its roof—with the aim of saving from 40–45 percent on energy usage at the theatre—quickly gathered momentum.

“The wheels were only put in motion in May,” says Kirby Wirchenko, the theatre’s executive director. “Initially it was to be a wider, more general community project but that morphed over time into the project that we hope to have up and running by the start of December.”

Wirchenko explained how quickly the plan gathered support among the theatre’s partners with Affi nity Credit Union, Bullfrog Power, Artvest and the City of Saskatoon all buying into the green proposal.

“The total cost of the project is $67,000 and we have raised $45,000 with the help of our partners,” Wirchenko says.

The fi rst stage of the redevelopment was to install a white roof (which is actually a waterproof, ceramic-based membrane) to further reduce energy costs. The company responsible for

doing the outfi tting was Roots Rock Renewables. It is expected to save up to 20 percent on the building’s energy expenses for cooling.

The alternative energy solutions provider, MiEnergy of Saskatoon, carried out the installation of the solar panel technology on this famous old theatre, which is now a community-owned performance space.

The theatre hopes to save up to $4,000 a year on energy costs, and with current energy prices continuing to rise, the hope is to earn back the

solar panel outlay costs within a decade.

But for Wirchenko the move to renewable energy was much more than just a money saving exercise. “Sixty thousand people visit the theatre each year, so the building is very much in the city’s mind,” he says.

“The Broadway Theatre is important to the community and I feel it is equally important that the community see us as trying to make our

company and society a better place by becoming more self-suffi cient and environmentally conscious.”

Other recent improvements at the theatre over the past year include the installation of LEDs to replace the neon lighting on its famous sign and a fully modern stage lighting system.

“I feel it is...important that the community see us as trying to make our company and society a

better place by becoming more self-suffi cient and

environmentally conscious.” – Kirby Wirchenko,

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Sun07 Elizabeth Shepherd Quintet9pm; tickets $35/members $25The three-time JUNO Award-nominee is also the only jazz artist to have ever been nominated for the prestigious Polaris Music Prize owing to her innovative style and pop sensibilities.The Bassment (202 4th Ave. North; Thebassment.ca)

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Zachary Lucky w/ Karpinka Brothers9pm; cover $12Saskatchewan-born country singer/songwriter Zachary Lucky headlines a bill that also includes two rising local stars: Karpinka Brothers and Little Criminals. Amigo’s Cantina (806 Dufferin Ave.; Amigos25.ca)

Wed10Phantogram and Mounties7pm; tickets $27.50American electro-rock duo Phanto-gram (Josh Carter and Sarah Barthel) headline a show with Canadian super group Mounties. With Dear Rouge.Louis’ Pub (93 Campus Dr.; Ussu.ca/Louis)

Mon08 Disney Live: Mickey’s Music FestivalShows at 4pm, 7pm; tickets from $28.75SaskTel Centre (3515 Thatcher Ave.; Sasktelcentre.com)

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Fri12–Sat13Close Talker9pm; ticket prices TBAThe Canadian indie rockers come to town for a pair of hometown concerts in support of their latest album, Flux. They’re really starting to hit the big time, so check them out before they really explode into superstardom.Capitol Music Club (244 1st Ave. North; Capitolclub.ca)


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Sat13–Sun14Maurice Drouin’s Jazzy ChristmasSat 8pm, Sun 2:30pm; tickets $27/members $22Classically trained concert pianist Maurice Drouin provides heartwarming renditions of traditional Christmas carols. The Bassment (202 4th Ave. North; Thebassment.ca)

A Ukrainian Christmas7:30pm; tickets from $11The Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra presents a Ukrainian-themed Christmas concert together with dancers from the Pavlychenko Folkloric Ensemble and the Lastiwka Choir (pictured). Saskatoonsymphony.orgTCU Place (35 22nd St. East; Tcutickets.ca)

Fri12–Sat13Handel’s Messiah7:30pm; tickets from $36This annual concert presents heavenly music just right for the season. The Saturday night concert invites guests to sing along with the chorus. Saskatoonsymphony.org.Knox United Church (838 Spa-dina Cres. East)

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Through Sun21It’s A Wonderful LifeNightly at 8pm, Sunday matinees 2pm; tickets from $32The classic Christmas feel-good story has been held over another week.Remai Arts Centre (100 Spadina Cres. East; Persephonetheatre.org)

Stuart McLean Vinyl Café Christmas7:30pm, tickets from $33

The CBC’s acclaimed storyteller returns for his annual Christmas concert. Expect a special musical guest and more stories about Morley, Dave, Steph and the gang.

TCU Place (35 22nd St. East; Tcutickets.ca)

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A FreeFlow Christmas!8–11pm; tickets at Picatic.comThe annual FreeFlow Thursdays Christmas party is here! Expect tasty drink samples, complimentary appetizers, great music and a party atmosphere while you mingle and make merry! Visit the FreeFlow Thursdays Facebook page for more information.The Heights (120 2nd Ave. North)

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Sat10LUGO8pm; tickets $35 (available from Dec. 22 online only)Dress in this year’s colours for “Gold and Black”: the 50th anniversary theme for this multi-layered art event: live music, performances, tasty food, a photo booth, the works. Tickets go fast—and it always sells out.Mendel Art Gallery (950 Spadina Cres.; Golugo.ca)

Thu15Outside The Wall—A Pink Floyd Tribute8pm; tickets $25/members $20Bend your mind around this uncanny take on the music of the iconic British band.The Bassment (202 4th Ave. North; The-bassment.ca)

Mon12, Tue13 Saskatoon Blades WHL Hockey7:05pm; tickets from $15Experience fast-paced WHL hockey action as the hometown Blades take on the Moose Jaw Warriors (Dec. 12) and the Regina Pats (Dec. 13)—two of 11 home games through January (Saskatoonblades.com).SaskTel Centre (3515 Thatcher Ave.; Sasktelcentre.com)

Sat24Northern Lights 7:30pm; tickets from $13In this SSO Master Series concert, guest violinist Marc Bouchkov (pictured) will per-form pieces meant to evoke the beauty that is the Aurora Borealis: Eustacio’s Borealis, Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto and Sibelius’ Symphony No. 2.TCU Place (35 22nd St. East; Tcutickets.ca)

Various times and events; see Potashcorpwintershines.caThis fun-fi lled annual event includes professional ice-sculpting, an ice-climbing tower, an ice slide and more.Saskatoon Farmers’ Market (414 Ave. B South; Saskatoonfarmersmarket.com)


In 1970, the very first RPM Gold Leaf Awards were presented in Toronto. There were 250 people in attendance to see 12 Canadian music pioneers, including Andy Kim, Ginette Reno, Gordon Lightfoot and The Guess Who, receive recognition from the Canadian music community.

Five years later The Canadian Academy of Re-cording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) was formed, and the awards were rebranded as The JUNO Awards in honour of Pierre Juneau, the first chair of the Canadian Radio and Telecommunication Commission, and televised for the first time.

This March 9–15, 2015, in Hamilton, Cana-dian music will be celebrated in more than 40 different categories at the 44th annual JUNO Awards. CARAS, the presenting organization, brings the entire industry together, from indie and major labels to promoters, publishers, musicians and owners of live venues.

Once a simple ceremony to present a dozen awards, the JUNO Awards have since grown into an established and internationally recog-nized awards show. Each year CARAS welcomes submissions from thousands of Canadian artists including well-known musicians and emerging independent artists alike.

So how exactly are the award winners chosen?Music is an ever-changing and continually

evolving model. For 2015, only Only 9 of 42 JUNO categories have a “units sold” component, meaning that the awards are strongly determined by the artistic merit of the music. (Some of those which are determined based on sales figures in-clude Album of the Year, and International Album of the Year.)

After submissions are collected, CARAS selects its judging panel, which is assembled through their Academy Delegate (member) program and industry outreach. These 300+ judges are balanced geographically across the country and are experts in a specific genre of music. For most award categories, these judges will determine

The JUNOs: What’s Behind Canada’s Music Awards

the final list of nominees. Nominees are then voted upon by a further judging panel, by CARAS members, Academy delegates, or (in the case of JUNO Fan Choice), the general public.

Each year CARAS sees up to 90 first-time nominees, and the percentage of independent artists being selected as eligible winners continues to rise. In fact, 80 percent of JUNO nominees in 2014 were independent artists—those who are not signed to a major label. In recent years, Saskatch-ewan nominees and winners have included The Sheepdogs, Rah Rah, Donny Parenteau and The Deep Dark Woods. Home-grown talent George Leach took home the JUNO for Aboriginal Album of the Year in 2014 as a first-time, independent nominee. Leach has since seen the value in sub-mitting his material to CARAS for consideration.

“It definitely helps get your name out there and reach people you haven’t reached yet. It’s helped open doors to potential buyers and festivals and new audiences,” Leach says, adding, “it’s an honour to have been a part of the awards ceremony. It’s an opportunity to help shape and nurture the Canadian music scene.”

For more information including this year’s nominees, visit Junoawards.ca.

SaskMusic (www.saskmusic.org) represents, promotes and develops the commercial music industry of our province with programming including career advice, artist listings, workshops, marketing, networking opportunities and more. Our artists and music professionals hail from across the province, and work in pretty much every genre you can imagine. SaskMusic is the regional CARAS rep for Saskatchewan.

Text by Rebecca Windjack

In recent years, Saskatchewan nominees and winners have in-cluded The Sheepdogs, Rah Rah, Donny Parenteau and The Deep Dark Woods. Home-grown tal-ent George Leach took home the JUNO for Aboriginal Album of the Year in 2014 as a first-time, independent nominee.

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GALLERIESAffinity Gallery (813 Broadway Ave.; Saskcraftcouncil.org). Open daily from 10am.Imaginary Architects (Dec. 5–Jan. 10) features imaginative handmade toys and games in an exploration of how contemporary fine craft artists incorporate notions of play in their work.

aka gallery (424 20th St. West; Akaartistrun.com). Open Tue–Fri noon–6pm, Sat noon–4pm.Mary Longman | Warrior Woman: “Stop the Silence” (through Dec. 6) The installation on the building’s exterior has been accompanied by a ribbon campaign to honour and memorialize Indigenous women, children and men.

Darrell Bell Gallery 405-101 21st St. East; Darrellbellgallery.com). Open Thu–Sat noon–5pm.Ongoing exhibition of works by Darrell Bell.

The Gallery/art placement (228 3rd Ave. South; Artplacement.com). Open Tue–Sat 10am–5:30pm.THICK&THIN (Nov. 15–Dec. 10) features very new abstractions by Robert Christie, Jonathan Forrest and William Perehudoff. On the Road to Emma Lake (Dec. 11–Jan. 8) by Rebecca Perehudoff presents landscapes painted during this Chicago resident’s frequent trips back to her native Saskatchewan.

The Gallery at Frances Morrison Library (2nd floor, 311 23rd St. East; Saskatoonlibrary.ca/Thegallery). Open Mon–Thu 10am–9pm, Fri–Sat 10am–6pm, Sun 1–5:30pm. Across the Ocean (Dec. 3–Jan. 2) shows Jean Bosco Bakunzi paintings depicting African landscapes and cityscapes of Saskatoon reflecting beauty on both sides of the ocean.

Gordon Snelgrove Gallery (2nd floor, Agriculture Building, 51 Campus Dr.; Art.usask.ca). Open Mon–Fri 9am–4:30pm.Ursula Johnson Mi’kwite’tmn (Do You Remember)(through Dec. 5) employs fine craft and traditional Aboriginal art forms in performances and installations. Organised and circulated by Saint Mary’s University Art Gallery.

Kenderdine Gallery (191 Murray Building, 3 Campus Dr.; Usask.ca/snelgrove). Open Mon–Fri 9am–4:30pm.IN BETWEEN HISTORY (through Dec. 5), curated by Leah Taylor, elicits questions by such artists as Allyson Clay, Paul Fournier and Mary Longman on our perceptions of history, truth, fiction and “in-between” space.

Prairie Star Gallery (1136 8th St. East; Prairiestargallery.ca). Open Sat–Sun noon–8pm or by appointment.Behind These Eyes (Dec. 6–28). An exhibition by gallery artists and guests.Strange Waters (Jan. 3–Feb. 1) by Klee Rogers.

Wed31 New Year’s in New Orleans 9pm; tickets $65/members $55Get up to dance and get down to a New Orleans feast! Music by The Craw-daddios, Zyde-GoGo and Dr. Don & The Black Mambas, plus a traditional Cajun/Creole meal just after midnight all as part of the ticket price.The Bassment (202 4th Ave. North; Thebassment.ca)

New Year’s Eve at Amigos 10pm; tickets $15 (Ticketedge.ca)Rasie the roof and ring in the New Year in Broadway district with festive local bands Future Forests, We Were Lovers and Hana Lu Lu. Amigo’s Cantina (806 Dufferin Ave.; Facebook.com/pages/Amigos-Cantina)

New Year’s Eve Pub Crawl 7pm; tickets $28.70 The decked out party buses leave from popular student bar Tequila and head downtown to Rain, Hudson’s Taphouse and other clubs. Clubzone.com/events/saskatoon-nye-club-crawl-2015Tequila Nightclub (1201 Alberta Ave.)

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Rouge Gallery (245 3rd Ave. South; Rougegallery.ca). Open Thu–Fri 10am–5pm, Sat noon–5pm and by appt. The Silence of Stone (through Dec. 7) by Blake Ward. Contemporary scultpure.

SCYAP (253 3rd Ave. South; Scapinc.org). Open Mon–Fri 10:30am–6pm, Sat 1–6pm.Apparitions (Dec. 1–Jan. 2). Amanda Heisler’s debut solo show features highly textured acrylics, focussing on both abstractions and portraiture.

void gallery (2-1006 8th St. East; voidgallery.ca). Open Thu–Fri 6–9pm, Sat 11am–5pm and by appt. Sandra Knoss, Maia Stark, Dan Chilla (through Dec. 20). Acryllic on canvas, ceramics, photographs, oil on canvas and silkscreens.

LIVE COMEDY The Laugh Shop (924 Spadina Cres. East; Parktownhotel.com)Shows every Friday and Saturday night at 9pm (starts up again in January 2015)

Broadway Theatre (715 Broadway Ave.; Broadwaytheatre.ca)Dec. 19: The Saskatoon Soaps (9pm; tickets $15). Live improv comedy from this large and boisterous troupe, now into its 26th season.Jan. 23: The Saskatoon Soaps (9pm; $15).

LIVE MUSIC Amigo’s Cantina (806 Dufferin Ave.; Amigos25.ca)Indie rock, folk, punk and alternative music from far and wide at this classic tour destination for many Canadian bands.

The Bassment (204 4th Ave. North; Thebassment.ca)Saskatoon’s premiere jazz, blues and roots music club.

Bon Temps Café (223 2nd Ave. South; Bontempscafe.ca)Roots, jazz, folk, bluegrass and more weekly.

The Capitol (244 1st Ave. North; Capitolclub.ca)The city’s newest venue for bands, DJs, solo acts, etc.

Louis’ Pub (93 Campus Dr.; Ussu.ca/Louis)The student bar is a big, modern concert hall that draws big and small shows from across North America.

McNally Robinson (3130 8th St. East; Mcnallyrobinson.com)Local jazz, folk and acoustic in Prairie Ink restaurant.

O’Brians Event Centre (241 2nd Ave. South; Obrianseventcentre.ca)This 1,000-capacity concert hall books many top bands, DJs, solo acts, plus private events.

Vangelis Tavern (801 Broadway Ave.; on Facebook)Up-and-coming local bands, bigger touring acts and trivia nights.

Imaginary Architects explores the influence of toys, games and fine art. Showing at Affinity Gallery on Broadway Avenue through Jan. 10


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The beloved Cameco Meewasin Skating Rink at PotashCorp Plaza just north of the Delta Bessborough Hotel downtown offers outdoor ice skating for beginners and experts, including free skate rentals and child supports. This nationally acclaimed facility, which includes a warm-up hut and heated washrooms, is open from winter freeze-up to spring thaw. Just leave the hockey sticks at home. Open daily noon–9pm (Dec. 24 noon–6pm, Dec. 25—closed, Dec. 31 noon–1am, Jan. 1 noon–9pm). Meewasin.com/visitors/skating-rink.

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Cross-country or Nordic skiing is a great winter pastime and the City of Saskatoon (306-975-3300; Saskatoon.ca) and the Saskatoon Nordic Ski Club (Saskatoonnordicski.ca) operate and maintain between them various sets of trails in the city, including at Holiday Park (p. 40, map 1, J5); Kinsmen Park (map 2, A7); Silverwood Park (map 1, B9); and Wildwood Park (map 1, I11). For rentals, visit either Eb’s Adventure (1640 Saskatchewan Ave.; Ebsadventure.ca) or Escape Sports (110 19th St. West; Escapesports.ca).

Tobogganing reigns as one of winter’s greatest outdoor activities and Saskatoon has two great hills perfectly suited to this purpose: Archibald Park North (p. 40, map 1, E8) and Diefenbaker Park (map 1, K5). Where to get a toboggan? Tamarack General Store (10-638 Broadway Ave., access from the back alley; Tamarackgeneralstore.ca) sells Svensen toboggans made in Admiral, SK (but you can also use the inner tube from a large truck tire or a wok).

Sleigh rides are a quintessential winter experience, and Willis and Arlaine Moe offer Horse Drawn Rides (306-220-4141; https://sites.google.com/site/horsedrawnrides) at various sites and times throughout the winter, plus they also take private bookings. The cost is $15 per person. The best place to catch them is evenings by the Delta Bessborough Hotel (601 Spadina Cres. East) near the Cameco Meewasin Skating Rink.

BHP Billiton Enchanged Forest Holiday Light TourNightly from 5:30–11pm; $10/person or $30/car (max. 7 occupants)

This is one winter tradition in Saskatoon that doesn’t force you to step outside. Found at the, this colourful tradition celebrates many Christmas, holiday and winter themes, from Santa and reindeer to curling, animated displays and even one celebrating the 1989 Grey Cup vic-tory by the Saskatchewan Roughriders.

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BOOKS, CDs, DVDsMcNally Robinson 3130 8th St. East; Mcnallyrobinson.com. A wide selection of books suitable for any reader. The store hosts many ongoing events, showcasing local authors (and musicians in the attached restaurant, Prairie Ink.

Turning the Tide 525 11th St. East; Turning.ca. In a cozy little red house just off Broadway Avenue, this is a self-proclaimed alternative bookstore and DVD library/rental shop. Find obscure titles and films from independent authors and artists.

The Vinyl Diner 628B Broadway Ave.; on Facebook. Place a special order or browse through the eclectic mix of new and used CDs, records, music DVDs and t-shirts in this small but detailed shop.

The Vinyl Exchange 128 2nd Ave. North; Thevinylexchange.com. Carrying tens of thousands of record titles from punk to jazz and various sub-genres, They also carry cassettes, CDs and band t-shirts.

SPECIALTY RETAIL33rd Street Market 410 33rd St. West; 33rdstreetvintagemarket.weebly.com. More than a dozen retailers selling rare, vintage and other goods.

The Better Good 640 Broadway Ave.; Thebettergood.com. Owners Corey and Laura sell a range of goods that fit into several categories: organic, fair trade, local made from reused/recycled/renewable materials, handmade and natural.

Garden Architecture & Design 315 Ave. A South; Gardenarchitecture.ca. Home furnishings, stuff for the kitchen, lighting fixtures, greenery and more.

Green Ark Collected Home 212 20th St. West, Facebook.com/GreenArkCollected. Reloved, repurposed

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and renewed furniture, plus decor and jewellery.

Hidden Stitch 14 23rd St. East; Hiddenstitch.ca. Custom upholstery, handmade furniture and beyond.

Past and Present 327 21st St. West. Upstairs it’s mostly lighting, but downstairs it’s toys, signs, furniture, knick-knacks and whatever you can find.

Saskatoon Farmers’ Market 414 Ave. B South; Saskatoonfarmersmarket.com. Market vendors and farmers come together here to sell their artisanal wares (meats, cheeses, juices, breads, chocolate, etc.)

Soulpaper 118 20th St. West; Soulpaper.ca. Everything for and about paper: gift cards, Italian and Japanese gift wrap, stamps, pens, books, more.

Tamarack General Store 10-638 Broadway Ave. (alley entrance); Tamarackgeneralstore.ca. Gifts, toys, coffee-making and shaving supplies, even locally made toboggans. Lots of Canadiana too.

Ten Thousand Villages 143 2nd Ave. North, 600 45th St. West; Tenthousandvillages.ca. One-of-a-kind fair trade products from around the world. Decorative hand-crafted pieces in vibrant colours from hammocks and vases to quirky handbags and bookends.

The Trading Post 226 2nd Ave. South; Saskatoontradingpost.com. Native handcrafted moccasins, mukluks, soapstone carvings, gift cards, handcrafted jewellery, Aboriginal art (Clarence Bird sculptures, Cowichan sweaters), homewares and prints.

Twig and Squirrel’s Wild Goods 504 20th St. West; Facebook.com/WildGoods. Many items here are on consignment from local Aboriginal and Metis crafters, plus all kinds of health, beauty and body aids.

SOUVENIRSClay 3 Pottery Studio 3-527 Main St.;

Claystudiothree.org. Decorative and useful works of pottery from a collective of local artists.

Fine Craft Boutique 813 Broadway Ave.; Saskatooncraftcouncil.org. Jewellery, scarves, gift cards and one-of-a-kind items from local artisans.

The Gallery Shop 950 Spadina Cres. East, (in the Mendel Art Gallery); Mendel.ca. Clocks, calendars,jewellery, gift cards, cool coffee table books and house wares—much of it by Saskatchewan and Canadian artists.

Handmade House 710 Broadway Ave.; Handmadehouse.ca. Gorgeous hand-carved wooden items, jewellery, knitted wear, house wares and numerous gift ideas from collective local artists.

Lifestyles by Darrell Bell Gallery 103-105 21st St. East; Facebook.com/LifestylesByDarrellBellGallery. Artful gift ideas and decorative items for the home.

Sask Made Marketplace 1621 8th St. East; Saskmade.caUniquely Saskatchewan gifts such as Saskatchewan sunset fridge magnets, Saskatoon berry everything, and prairie vista coasters. From non-perishable food items to one-of-a-kind gifts, lots of distinctive items.

VINTAGE CLOTHINGBack Then & Again 8-115 3rd Ave. South; on Facebook. Vintage jewellery in this eye-catching little basement spot in the Drinkle Mall.

Better Off Duds 510A 33rd St. West; Betteroffduds.caIn the city’s Mayfair neighbourhood, BOD has funky & vintage second-hand clothing and accessories for men and women, plus kitschy housewares and more.

Flashback Clothing Collective 5-115 3rd Ave. South; on Facebook. Upscale vintage dresses, jackets, shoes and accessories in the Drinkle Mall.

Tamarack General Store (above) carries toys, personal grooming supplies, kitchen items, clothing and more in a back alley of the Broadway district. Antiques and rare vintage items (above)

can be found at 33rd Street Market.

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White winters in Saskatoon have their good days and bad, but no matter how harsh the wind blows you can expect to be warm and fashionable in one of Rebecca King’s famous cut sweaters. Rebecca is a Canadian fashion designer who launched her label in Saskatoon in 2005. In 2012 and 2013, she placed in the top 20 of the Mercedes-Benz Start-up competition and is known for tailored women’s coats and casual wear. Much of Rebecca’s inspiration comes from 18th century men’s at-tire, combining historical elements with modern silhouettes for a look that is modern and edgy.

To let readers in on where she gets her inspiration and fabulous fabrics, Rebecca King gives us some insight into these marvelous designs.

MP: You recently moved back to Saskatchewan. How are you fi nd-ing the transition since returning from Calgary? What has kept you busy since then?

RK: The transition was a little bigger

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than I was expecting. Since most of my business is in Calgary, I fi nd myself back there once a month to deal with manufacturing, stores and shows. Everything takes that much longer because it all has to be shipped around. I feel like half my work these past few months is dealing with shipping companies. With my fabrics coming from LA, Montreal, Portland, New York and Vancouver, trying to get all my materials together on time can be challenging.

MP: What can you tell us about your collection this season?

RK: If I could sum it up in three words, I would say cozy, modern and textured.

I have a bunch of very heavy knits, from cut-and-sews to large hand-knit scarfs. I love my clothing to be versatile and timeless, and many of my pieces can be worn in different ways. I think if you can change it up you can get a lot of wear out of them. I want my pieces to be the ones you reach for over and over again in your closet. The cut for me usually takes top priority, however I gave the fabrics equal “responsibility” this time.

MP: I heard you were in LA recently for a big fabric buy for this season’s collection. What types of fabrics do you normally look for when creating new designs? It’s a chicken and egg question: what comes fi rst? The design or the fabric?RK: I go for fabrics that look struc-tured but still have some stretch so that you can look polished while feeling comfortable. Colour, texture and uniqueness are all factors. I almost always put design fi rst: if I am shopping and fi nd a fabric that requires I design a new piece to suit it then I will, but I would have to

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love that fabric. MP: When designing your sweaters, scarves and jackets, where do you get your inspiration from to make such unique cut lines? RK: Focusing on a new, unique way to cut a garment is one of my favourite things to do. When you are an artistic person, your eye is always searching for new details. It is something I love doing, and when it comes time to design I dig into that tickle trunk of ideas stored in my brain and put together what fi ts. MP: With the launch of your new

website, women can now buy directly from you. What are some of the items we can fi nd online?

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collections available? Do you have your full collection available or only certain designs?

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Long cotton tweed-like cardigan with matching scarf. Edges are fi nished in a golden trim (also available in Navy trim). Two hook closures on the front, long side slits and one side pocket.

Double breasted army-cut sweater in light sea foam and black textured knit with black trim/cuff and but-ton. Also in light and dark grey with black trim, cuff and button. Cuffs are made long and can be folded up.

Blazer made to wear like one but feels like a cardigan. The fabric is a structured knit and comes in red, grey and a black/grey print. Real leather elbow and pocket trim made from recycled old leather coats.

Removable pocket peplum skirt in grey herringbone. This fabric is structured to give the look of a pol-ished dress but wears comfortably all day. The pocket peplum is detach-able; skirt can be worn on its own.

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Tina’s passion for hair was ignited at age 14 when her parents gave her her first pair of cutting shears. She practiced with them on herself and on others and eventually attended the Artis-tique Beauty College in Moose Jaw, SK. After graduating with Honours in 1989, she moved to Saskatoon to pursue her hair styling career.

After spending 12 years working in a salon, Tina finally had a chance to start her own mobile hair service, offering hair styling skills to people across the city in the comfort of their own homes.

In addition to making over clients, Tina has also been published relat-ing to her profession and worked as a competition hair stylist. Her work has been featured in both local and international publica-tions [including flow]. Tina has won many live cutting and styling competitions, but her most notable achievement is being the first Saskatchewan stylist to place in the Style Masters Canadian Top Five and she did so two years in a row (2012 and 2013).

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Creating art: For some it’s made using a brush and canvas, for others it’s clay and sculpting tools. Tina Monz creates her art with cutting shears, hair colour and a head of hair. And this year, she celebrates 25 years as a hair artist!

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Out of a love to share her passion for hair with others in the industry, Tina is also a silver medal-holding member of the Master Judges Panel of Canada—a designation that allows her to judge other such competitions.

“I encourage any new hairstylist to enter and compete,” says Tina. “It takes courage to present your work to be judged, but as a result you feel pride, humility and it sharpens your skills as a hairstylist. This is a great creative outlet that fuels my passion for doing hair. It’s an honour for me to represent my city and province, whether competing or judging.”

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My pick:Wet Brush, approx. $20. I know, we were all taught to never use a brush on damp hair but this brush was designed specifi cally to detangle wet hair. I was skeptical when one was gifted to me but fi nd that it defi nitely works better than a comb to work through knots in my tresses. It works on all types of hair too. However, if you have a thick head of hair like me, I recommend using it with a leave-in conditioner.

Ashley Herauf-Mitchel Magnolia SalonBumble and bumble Prep, approx. $22.50 This is a primer for your hair. It can be used as a detangler when your hair is damp but this lightweight product also helps to reactivate old product in the hair. You can use it fi rst thing in the morning to tame fl yways and cowlicks. It’s especially good for bangs that need to be restyled in the morning.

Kara Firman Spectrum Hair StudioL’Oreal Professionnel Fresh Dust, approx. $23This is a true dry shampoo that will refresh your locks without leaving any sticky powdery residue. Great for all hair types, fi ner to thicker, it’s a must for everyone. Just give it a shake and spray short bursts onto your roots to refresh or into ends for a little added texture.

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Pillow Proof is a priming spray that will cut your blow drying time to about half. It has thermal protec-tion (which is a must these days) and it will amplify any other products that you add afterwards such as Full Frame Volumizing Mousse. To use, towel dry your hair after washing, spray Pillow Proof into it, comb through and blow dry.

Amanda Dreis Chop Chop Salonlabel.m Dry Shampoo, approx. $28I recommend label.m Dry Shampoo to extend the life of your do’ between washes. It serves two pur-poses, as it can also be used to add texture or volume to your hair. For the dark hair beauties, label.m also offers a Brunette Dry Shampoo. To use, spray throughout dry hair as needed.

I have a confession to make. In fact, it’s a dirty

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Leyda’s Café Saskatoon physician Dr.

DeeDee Maltman says, “Food is our medicine,” and the Ayurvedic soup on Leyda’s Café (112 20th St. West) menu is definitely deli-cious medicine, full of carrot, kale, quinoa, ginger, turmeric and curry powder. It is a fan favourite! In fact, they took this soup off the menu to change things up but customers missed this soothing soup so much that it’s back on the menu, warming bellies every day. Paired with Ley-da’s house-made, gluten-free bread, it’s the perfect lunchtime meal.

Earls The famous clam chowder at

Earls (610 2nd Ave. North) has been on the menu forever and for good reason. It comes packed with fresh seafood, vegetables and savoury seasonings. It is neither too rich nor brothy, but just the right creamy texture. It is easy to forget about soup when browsing

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Food Cravings:

Beyond Mere Chicken SoupAs the temperature outside dips, my craving for a steamy bowl of soup goes up. Soup is the ultimate comfort food when it’s cold outside and, lucky for us, Saskatoon is full of secret and not-so-secret soup havens.

the extensive Earls menu but don’t forget to try the chowder next time you are craving a taste of the coast in winter.

Earth Bound Bakery & Delicatessen

Earth Bound (1820 8th St. East)makes two kinds of soup daily and you never know what you will get. One thing is for sure, you had better get there before it is gone, because it rarely stays in the pot very long.

The mushroom, potato and dill soup I had was not creamy but surprisingly thick and full of veg-etables. They always have a meat option and a vegetarian or vegan option, so there is soup for every-one. And it is hard to resist adding a slice of one of the many loaves they bake fresh daily: apple-beer-flax or walnut-currant loaf, anyone?

The Berry Barn You might go to The Berry Barn

(830 Valley Road) for the best ever Saskatoon berry pie but you will end up staying for a cheesy, creamy mushroom soup in a sour-dough bread bowl—the ultimate, decadent comfort food. There is no skimping on cream in this bowl and every spoonful overflows with mushrooms. You have until before Christmas to go to The Berry Barn to get your soup in a bread bowl. Their borshch is tasty too! It’s a bit of a drive out of the city but your mouth will water all the way there.

Granite Curling Club The café in the Granite Curling

Club’s (480 1st Ave. North) was such a fun surprise. When I asked friends and colleagues about their favourite soups in Saskatoon, the wonton soup at the Granite Curl-ing Club kept coming up. I had to check it out for myself and was not disappointed! The club’s café of-fers your choice of wonton soups: plain, deluxe, just wonton noodles,

Chinese chicken noodles… the list goes on. These are some of the best wontons I’ve ever had and the deluxe soup is loaded with bean sprouts. I hear people flock to the downtown club to get their takeaway wonton soup during weekday lunch breaks, and now that I’ve had it I know why. A must try and no curling necessary (thank goodness for me).

Asian Hut With so many Vietnamese or

pan-Asian restaurants in town, there’s a lot of talk these days about who has the best pho—that savoury, almost sweet beef soup that features beef (shaved, beef balls, brisket or all three), lots of rice noodles, bean sprouts, fresh greens and a squeeze of fresh lime. For those in the know, there’s only one place to go: Asian Hut (320 Ave. C South).

Anyone who’s been to Vancou-ver or Toronto and had pho there can appreciate why this hole in the wall stands head and shoulders above the rest. The broth has the proper balance of beefy taste and anise-flavoured goodness, while the accompanying side of bean sprouts, mint, Thai basil, fresh lime and chilli pepper that are added to taste make you realize that other joints are stiffing you. This is the place to go pho sure!

Pizzeria Romano How did a pizzeria make a list

of stellar soups? The secret of this little spot in Stonebridge goes beyond their delicious flat-crust pizza: the owners are Hungarians who make the best goulash this side of Budapest. For the uniniti-ated, goulash is the original soup that eats like a meal. Spoon? Fork? You decide how to tackle the gou-lash at Pizzeria Romano (50-304 Stonebridge Blvd.)

Tibi the owner prepares his ver-sion with authentic smoked Hun-garian sausage from Emco Meats (also run by Hungarians). The result is a super-rich, insanely flavourful soup/stew with a spicy kick that he makes in-house daily, letting it slow cook over several hours to allow the flavours to develop and intensify. It’s always on the menu and it almost always runs out.


Key: $ - meals under $15; $$ - $15–30; $$$ - over $30

Cactus Club Café 140 Idylwyld Dr. South; Cactusclubcafe.com. For a chain restaurant, it can’t be beat. Too bad they don’t have a coat check. Open Tue–Sat 11am–1am, Sun–Mon 11am–midnight. $$$

Euforia Pizza 1222 Alberta Ave.; Euforiascatering.ca. Rustic, southern Italian pizza and pasta made from scratch daily. Open Mon–Fri 11am–8pm. $$

Grazing Goat 208 20th St. West; Grazinggoatgoodeats.com. Lots of wood, open spaces, great nibbles and Nokomis Craft Ales on tap. Open Mon–Sat 11am–2pm, 5–10pm. $$

Leyda’s Café 112 20th St. West; Leydas.ca. Gluten- and nut-free “experiential” cooking. Flowing, open kitchen design. Health-positive choices on their simple menu. Open Tue–Sat 11am–10pm. $$$

Little Bird Patisserie and Café 258 Ave. B South; Thelittlebird.ca. Arguably the best French pastries in the city, especially macarons. The lunch options often sell out. Open Tue–Sat 10am–6pm. $$

Poached Breakfast Bistro 259 2nd Ave. South; on Facebook. Stuffed French toast, maple pecan bacon and other sumptuous breakfasts. Open daily 8am–2pm. $$

For more complete listings of local restaurants, cafés, lounges and more, go online: www.fl owmagazine.ca.

2. Scarlet (612 Spadina Cres. East, 306-652-8292). The newest restaurant downtown off ers quaint views of the riverbank from inside the Sheraton Cavalier Hotel.

3. Drift Sidewalk Café (339 19th St.; 306-202-6976). This Spanish tapas and wine bar can be

found adjacent to Escape Sports.

4. Famoso Pizzeria (300-136 Primrose Dr., 306-244-1777). A chain serving fast-casual pizzas is now open in Lawson Heights.

5. Cora (100-3010 Preston Ave., 306-249-2672). It’s the second location in town for this chain.

FINE DINING/FUSION

Ayden Kitchen & Bar 265 3rd Ave. South. Former Top Chef Canada winner Dale MacKay opens his latest upscale creation. Open Mon–Fri 11:30am–2pm, 5:30–11pm, Sat 5:30–11pm. $$$Calories 721 Broadway Ave.; Calories-restaurant.ca. An ever-changing menu with local produce, desserts to die for and a deep wine list. Open Mon–Thu 11am–10pm, Fri–Sat 11am–10pm, Sun 10am–4pm. $$$

Cut Casual Steak & Tap 416 21st St. East, 306-954-4222; Cutcasualsteak.com. This new spot features an open kitchen concept starring Head Chef Moe Mathieu. Open Mon–Sat from 11am, Sun from noon. $$$The Hollows 334 Ave. C South; Thehollows.ca. An eclectic Riversdale eatery serving local foods in novel ways. Open Wed–Thu 5–10pm, Fri–Sat 11am–3pm, 5–11pm, Sun 11am–2pm. $$$The Ivy Dining & Lounge 301 Ontario Ave.; Ivydiningandlounge.com. Upscale dining and service to match. Open Mon–Fri 11am–2pm, 4–11pm; Sat 4pm–midnight; Sun 5–9pm. $$$John’s Victorian Steakhouse 2033 Ave. B North; Johnsvictorian.com. Found in the city’s north end, this spot attracts diners looking for a quiet retreat. Open Mon–Sat 4:30–9:30pm. $$$Prairie Harvest Café 2917 Early Dr.; Prairieharvestcafe.com. Recently ranked among the top 100 restaurants in Canada. Open Tue–Thu 11am–9pm, Fri–Sat 11am–10pm. $$

TRENDING

New eateries in #yxe 1. Mi Casa Restaurante (618 Circle Dr., 306-979-4700; on Facebook).

This Mexican-El Salvadoran resto makes up for its odd location with authentic pupusas, pescado frito, churros and festive drinks to boot.

ABC: Alisha’s Barista Column

Text by Alisha EsmailPhoto by Andrew Roberts

When it comes to making a great cup of coffee, I’m always thinking about how to control the variables

Let’s be honest; coffee is just dirty water. Unless you care about the variables, that is.

Controlling the variables is what makes coffee an art form; it’s all about intentionality. The best coffee beans in the world can be reduced to dirty water unless you control the variables.

So, I’d be lying if I said that I didn’t have that word—variables—echoing in my mind every day that I go to work. And I’ve had a long time to think about this.

Coffee has been a consuming pas-sion of mine for a decade now. The more I learn about the industry, the more I realize there is to discover.

My background in international development, which has taken me overseas numerous times, has increased my passion for working with farmers, seeing them receive fair payment for their product and get the recognition they deserve.

Spending time with tea farmers in Nepal and coffee farmers in Mexico, Panama and elsewhere—seeing their ef-forts and hard work fi rst hand—simply fuelled my desire to work with coffee.

Intentionality in controlling the variables comes down to ensuring quality at every step in the coffee-making process. Variables exist to be

controlled. Found in every stage of the process, they determine the very nature of the end product.

The variables include: Farming (water, temperature,

shade and altitude—some of the fi nest coffee grows at 1,000 to 2,000 metres above sea level);

Processing (washed, semi-washed, natural dry process—quality control);

Roasting (length of roasting time, heat source used, temperature and air fl ow);

Extraction (size of dose, grind, water temperature and agitation).

It’s fascinating to think of all the work and skill that goes into one cup of coffee. Understanding the entirety of the process, I’ve come to appreci-ate and respect those working in the industry and increased my personal standards of excellence when it comes to roasting coffee and being a barista.

As baristas, we pride ourselves on achieving quality in every cup, so here’s to you, coffee lovers!

Alisha Esmail is a professional baris-ta who lives and works in Saskatoon. In addition to working at Collective Coffee in Riversdale, she is develop-ing her talents in coffee roasting and hopes to start her own business (Road Coffee) in the near future.


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Traditional English Fayre for Christmas

7-1501 8th Street East | 306.384.2748 Toll Free 1.888.384.2748

Holiday Hours: Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm

Sunday 11am-3pm

Bottoms Up in the Downtown

Text by Paul Miazga

(Bob Deutscher Media)

Hands down, 6Twelve Lounge (612 Spadina Cres. East) in the Sheraton Cavalier Hotel has the best cocktails in the city. This is a place where the bartenders have honed their skills and spend a good chunk of their time infusing the vodka and mixed drinks—with sublime results. About the only drawback is that last call, even on a Saturday, is at 12:30am.

Try: the Beetnik (beetroot-infused vodka, apple liqueur, fresh lemon juice and garnished with fresh dill)

The James Hotel Lobby Lounge (624 Spadina Cres. East) comes in below the radar of most Saskato-nians, but not so the hotel guests, who often have this coziest of spots to themselves. Comfy couches, elegant mood lighting, fl oor to ceil-ing windows, and the cocktails and food aren’t bad either.

Traditional English Fayre for Christmas:Plum Pudding . Shortbread . Mince Pies

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The holidays are here and everyone wants to go for drinks. Where to go? That’s an easy question to answer in downtown Saskatoon these days. At the risk of sounding cliché, there’s something for everyone

Try: the Martini (gin, vermouth, olives)

While Ayden Kitchen & Bar (265 3rd Ave. South) deserves praise for its food (the burger and tempura shrimp are pretty spectacular) and the place is always buzzing (just mind your elbows), as for the drinks…meh. For all the hype over the mixology here, Ayden is food, wine, and seeing and being seen.

Try: the Hemingway (white rum, cherry liqueur, grapefruit cordial, lime juice, grapefruit fl oat)

Doing brisk business these days is Cactus Club Café (140 Idylwyld Dr. South), which since opening has been busy with patrons eager to sample Saskatoon’s fi rst true big city lounge. You want fl irt factor? You got it. The drinks and conversa-tion fl ow non-stop. Too bad there’s nowhere to put your coat.

Try: the Brazilian (fresh kiwi, lime and sugar cane muddled with white rum and soda)

Many women love Flint Saloon (259 2nd Ave. South): the booths at the back are like a private VIP area; lots of cushy seats; nice simple eats; and old movies are screened against a bare wall. For a place run by two guys, it has a woman’s touch. Just don’t expect a party to break out anytime soon.

Try: the Champs Elysees martini (Courvoisier, Chartreuse, fresh lemon)

For a mix of food, cocktails and atmosphere, try Bon Temps Café (223 2nd Ave. South). This Cajun/Creole restaurant is gorgeously

decorated, live music plays regu-larly, the grub goes down like it should in the Big Easy, but it’s not a pick-up joint, so it’s good for large groups who know each other.

Try: the Hurricane (white and dark rum, grenadine, fresh lime, sugar)

Looking to dance or let loose? Head to the Spadina Freehouse (608 Spadina Cres. East). Lots of space, good music, fast service and reasonable prices. As a bonus, the Delta Bessborough Hotel across the street makes for a great backdrop when taking a selfi e.

Try: Truth or Dare (tequila, lemon gin, lychee, cranberry and pineapple juice)


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VEGETARIANGarlic Guru 414 Ave. B South, 306-370-0033; Garlicguru.ca. Vegetarian and raw food eats at this spot in the Saskatoon Farmers’ Market. Open Tue–Fri 10am–5pm, Sat 8am–2pm, Sun 10am–3pm. $

Nosh Eatery & Tap 820 Broadway Ave., 306-933-3355; Nosheateryandtap.com. Artful vegetarian meals that are tasty and yet satisfy one’s daily nutritional needs. Open Mon–Sat from 11am–11pm, Sun noon–11pm. $$

EUROPEANAroma 405 20th St. East (Radisson Hotel), 306-667-2358. Wood oven-fi red pizzas, steaks and Mediterranean-inspired dishes, with vegan and gluten-free options. Open daily 6:30am–2pm, 4:30–10pm. $$

Duck Duck Goose Tapas Bar 616 10th St. East, 306-649-3825; duckduckgoosetapas.com. The only place in town to get Spanish tapas. And superb cocktails. Open Mon–Fri 4pm–midnight, Sat 11am–midnight. $$

German Cultural Club 160 Cartwright St. (Lorne Ave. South); Saskatoongermanculturalcentre.ca. Schnitzel, sausages, struedel and German beers. Open Tue–Sat 11am–9pm; Sun 11am–2pm. $$

Truffl es Bistro 230 21st St. East, 306-373-7779; truffl esbistro.ca. Parisian charm, tasty brunches and a three-course Table d’hôte at this beloved eatery. Open Mon–Fri 11:30am–3pm; Mon–Sat from 5pm; Sat 10am–2:30pm, Sun 10:30am–2pm. $$$

Touch of Ukraine 2401D 22nd St. West, 306-382-7774. Hearty Ukrainian standards at the buffet table (perogies, cabbage rolls, etc.) Open Wed–Fri 11:45–2pm, 4:30am–7:30pm. $

Looking for a great cocktail lounge or bakery near you? Check out www.fl owmagazine.ca for the most complete listings in the city!

EE Burritos 102 Ave. P South, 306-343-6264; eeburritos.com. Start and end your Friday night with salsa dance parties at this El Salvadorean spot which has been featured on The Food Network. Open Mon–Thu 10am–9pm, Fri 10am–2:30am, Sat 11am–9pm. $$

Las Palapas Resort Grill 901 Victoria Ave., 306-244-5556; laspalapas.ca. Go for the food, return for the fun in this buzzing eatery and lounge. Open daily 11am–11pm. $

La Bamba Café 3-1025 Boychuk Dr., 306-242-2622; labambarestaurant.ca. It’s fresh, authentic and always packed: the food is that good. Open Sun–Thu 4–8pm, Fri–Sat 11:45am–8:30pm. $$

The Hole In The Wall 25 min. south on Hwy 11 near Blackstrap Lake, 306-492-4804; holeinthewallrestaurant.ca. Go for a drive and savour tempting fi sh and grilled meat dishes, plus original appetizers. By reservation only. Open Wed–Sun from 6pm. $$$

Saboroso Brazilian Steakhouse 40-2600 8th St. East, 306-249-4454; saboroso.ca. Traditional beef, chicken, pineapple and more on the rodizio. Open Mon–Thu from 4:30pm, Fri–Sat from 4pm, Sun 10:30am–2pm. $$

LATIN AMERICAN

Little BirdPÂTISSERIE & CAFÉ

258 Avenue B South, Saskatoon, SKTheLittleBird.ca

Authentic French croissants, pastries, desserts and more!


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SE ASIANAsian Hut 320 Ave. C South. The best pho soup in town is at this little gem in Riversdale. Open Mon–Fri 11am–2pm, 5–9pm, Sat–Sun 11am–9pm. $Golden Pagoda 411 2nd Ave. North; Goldenpagoda.ca. Try the green tea salad or coconut chicken soup. Open Mon–Fri 11am–2pm, Mon–Sat 5–9pm. $$

Keo’s 1013 Broadway Ave. Lao, Thai and Cambodian mainstays in one locale. Open Sun–Mon 4:30–10pm, Tue–Sat 11am–2pm, 4:30–9pm. $$

Lien Thanh 311 Ave. A South. A charming old couple serve up homecooked meals at this hole in the wall. Open Tue–Sat 11am–9pm. $

Royal Thai 2-325 3rd Ave. North; Come.to/RoyalThai. Great Thai curries, noodle dishes and beyond. Open Mon–Sat 11am–9pm, Sun 4–9pm. $

Saskatoon Asian 136 2nd Ave. South, 306-665-5959. Pan-Asian cuisine in a sunny upstairs dining room. Open Mon-Sat 11am–2:30pm, 4:30–9pm. $$

Fuzion Sushi & Deli 2-100 2nd Ave. South, 306-244-2005. Various types of sushi rolls, rice and noodle bowls, plus bubble tea. Open Mon–Sat 10:30am–9pm. $

Go for Sushi 2105 8th St. East, 306-931-8898.All-you-can-eat sushi on the east side (in the Grosvenor Park Centre). Open daily 11am–10pm. $

Izumi 3010 Arlington Ave, 306-652-9911; on Facebook. Head to suburbia for this simple place that does a mix of sushi and Korean favourites. Open Mon–Sat 11am–9pm. $

Nisen 240 22nd St. East, 306-653-8188. All-you-can-eat sushi and Thai food in the city centre. Open Tue–Sun 11am–9:30pm. $

Otowa 227 2nd Ave. South, 306-651-3888. Lunch specials for under $12 such as sukiyaki beef and teriyaki salmon. Open Mon–Sat 11am–9pm. $$

Samurai 601 Spadina Cres. East, 306-683-6926. True Japanese teppan yaki—with all the fi re and fl air (in the Delta Bessborough Hotel). Open daily 5–10pm. $$$

Sushiro 737B 10th St. East, 306-665-5557; sushiro.com. Broadway’s best sushi and eclectic Japanese fare. Reservations here are a must. Open Mon–Sat 5pm–midnight. $$$

Seoul 334 20th St. West, 306-652-2310; seoulsaskatoon.com. Use the iPad menus to order kimchee, bibimbap and table-top barbecued meats. Open Mon–Sat 11am–9pm. $$

JAPANESE, KOREAN

Gibson’s Fish and Chips 1501 8th St. East, 306-374-1411. Delicious English-style fi sh and chips (with brown vinegar) for more than 30 years. Open Mon 11:30am–7:30pm, Tue–Sat 11am–8pm. $$ Joey’s Two loations: 101-2100 8th St. East, 306-343-5639; 3 Worobetz Pl., 306-955-5858; Joeys.ca. Weekly AYCE specials on fi sh and shrimp. Open Mon–Sat 11am–9pm, Sun noon–8pm. $$Red Lobster 2501 8th St. East, 306-373-8333; redlobster.ca. The North American standard with fi sh and seafood feasts. Open daily 11am–10pm. $$

SEAFOOD

KONGA CAFE204 Avenue H North

Saskatoon 306 244 7867www.kongacafe.com

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CHINESEJin Jin Dumpling Cuisine 416 20th St. West, 306-244-1891. Come for dumplings (pan-fried and steamed) or try one of items circled on the menu in blue pen. Open Mon–Thu 10:30am–10pm, Fri–Sun 11am– 10:30pm. $

Odd Couple 228 20th St. West, 306-668-8898. Inspired pan-Asian cuisine, prompt service and a stellar cocktail list. Open Mon–Tue 10am–8pm, Wed–Sat from 10am. $$

Summer Garden 3A 3602 Taylor St. East, 306-343-0012. The local Chinese community prefers this eatery to all others and it’s no secret as to why. Open Wed–Mon 11am–9:30pm, Sun 11am–8pm. $

Szechuan Kitchen 835 Broadway Ave., 306-664-8668; szechuankitchen.ca. A busy eatery with daily specials in the Broadway area. Open Sun–Thu 11am–9:30pm, Fri–Sat 11am–10:30pm. $$

Taste Legend 423 20th St. West, 306-665-3388. Some of the city’s most authentic old-world Szechuan and Cantonese cuisine. Noodles made fresh daily. Open Thu–Tue 11am–9pm. $

Tsui King Lao 208 Ave. H North, 306-665-8866. Lots of seafood, plus Peking Duck, spicy ginger beef and vegetarian mains. Open Tue–Sat 11am–9:30pm, Sun 11am–9pm. $

Yip Hong’s Dim Sum 1501 8th St. East, 306-956-3375. Arrive early on weekends for their dim sum, which is the best in town. Open Fri–Wed 11am–9:30pm, Fri–Sat 11am–10:30pm, Sun 10am–9pm. $$

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Soups, sandwiches, desserts & baked goods made from the freshest of ingredients

Specializing in lunches & treats for the gluten-free, the vegetarian & the vegan

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Not Quite Stocking Stuffers, but Anyway...

High Stick Vodka$99 (750ml)

SLGA various locations (Slga.gov.sk.ca)Co-op Liquor 319 Shillington Cres.

(Saskatooncoop.com)Sobeys Liquor 3120 Preston Ave.

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Living Sky Winery Cassis$30 (375ml)

Saskatoon Farmers’ Market 411 Ave. B South (Livingskywinery.com)

Ingredients Artisan Market 618 2nd Ave. North

(Ingredientsartisanmarket.com)Prairie Sun Brewery Growlers$35 (1.89L glass + 1L stainless steel)

Prairie Sun Brewery 2020 Quebec Ave. (Prairiesun.ca)

Naked Single Malt$39.99 (750ml)

LB Distillers 1925 Ave. B North (Luckybastard.ca)

Ingredients Artisan Market 618 2nd Ave. North

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CAFÉS & DINERS GLOBALAfghan Kabob & Donair 3-100 2nd Ave. South. The full menu is worth a sit-down meal, and the kebabs are tops. Open Mon–Sat 11am–10pm. $

Bon Temps Café 223 2nd Ave. South. Seafood cre-ole, chicken and sausage Jambalaya, big crawfi sh boils and regular live music. Open daily 11am–9pm. $$

Cesar’s Cakes & Cafe 11-3000 Diefenbaker Dr. Filipino kare kare (peanut stew with beef), tokwat baboy (steamed pork and fried tofu) and more. Open Tue–Sat 8am–8pm, Sun 8am–5pm. $

Konga Café 204 Ave. H North; Kongacafe.com. The place to go for classic Jamaican jerk or curried chicken (or goat). Yeah, mon! Open Tue–Thu 4–9pm, Fri–Sat 11am–11pm. $

Mardi Gras Grill 239 Idylwyld Dr. South; on Facebook. Louisiana po’ boys (gator!), blackened catfi sh, southern-style grits and heaps mo’. Open Tue–Wed noon–9pm, Thu–Sun 11am–10pm. $$

Saba’s African Cuisine 901 22nd St. West. Use the bread, called injera, and with your hands scoop up spicy servings of delicious Ethiopian/Eritrean food. Open Tue–Sun 4:30–10:30pm. $$

Upstairs Fondue 613 8th St. East; Ufondue.ca. The only place in the city serving this Swiss treat. Choose from cheese, oil and chocolate, or do all three. Open Tue–Thu 5–8pm, Fri–Sat 4–9:30pm, Sun 5–7:30pm. $$$

Wanuskewin Restaurant Wanuskewin Heritage Park; Wanuskewin.com. Enjoy the surroundings and “First Nations cuisine with a modern fl air.” Open daily 9am–4:30pm, holidays 11am–4:30pm. $

Christie’s Il Secondo 802C Broadway Ave.; on Facebook. Sit by the windows and tuck into pizza or panini while sipping a San Pellegrino. Open Tue–Sat 10am–8pm. $$ City Perks 801 7th Ave. North, 627 Brand Court; Cityperks.ca. Tastefully lit, great coffee and a weekend brunch. Open Mon–Fri 7am–10pm, Sat 8am–6pm, Sun 9am–5pm. $Collective Coffee 220B 20th St. West; Collectivecoffee.com. Inside The Two Twenty co-work space, it’s the place to see and be seen in Riversdale. Open Mon–Thu 8am–6pm, Fri–Sat 8am–10pm, Sun 10am–6pm. $Honey Bun Café 167A 2nd Ave. South, 306-665-9901; Honeybun.ca. Rarely crowded and an easy choice for lunch downtown. Open Mon–Fri 7am–4pm, Sat 9am–4pm. $ Jake’s On 21st 307 21st St. East; Jakeson21st.ca. The busiest lunch counter downtown is popular for in-house soups, sandwiches and wraps. Open Mon–Fri 8am–5pm. $Museo Coffee 950 Spadina Cres. East (in the Mendel Art Gallery), 730A Broadway Ave.; museocoffee.com. European feel and great baked goods. Open daily 8am–6pm. $Mystic Java 128 4th Ave. South, 3929 8th St. East; Mysticjavasaskatoon.com. Dark, woodsy space with loose-leaf teas, desserts and live music. Open Mon–Sat 8am–11pm, Sun 8am–6pm. $Underground Café 430 20th St. West; Undergroundcafe430.ca. Tasty panini, lots of space to chill and live music. Open Mon–Sat 8am–6pm, Sun 10am–6pm. $

Carver’s Steakhouse 612 Spadina Cres. East; Carverssteakhouse.ca. Top steaks and lots of special-order wines. Recently renovated. In the Sheraton Cavalier Hotel. Open daily 5–10pm. $$$ Congress Beer House 215 2nd Ave. South; on Face-book. Nice beer selections, daily lunch specials and lots of space, front or back. Open daily 11am–2am. $$

The Hub 101 Pacifi c Ave. Bright, spacious and ideal for food or drinks before or after an event at TCU Place. In the Holiday Inn. Open daily 6:30am–11pm. $$

Jerry’s Two locations: 1115 Grosvenor Ave., 844 51st St. East; Jerrys.ca. Eclectic decor, artisanal burgers and homemade ice cream (they do ice cream cakes to order). Open Sun–Thu 7am–11pm, Sun 9am–11pm. $

Pink Cadillacs 113-412 Willow Grove Sq.; PinkCadillacs.ca. A 1950s-era diner with themed burger and sandwich names (try the Fonz Fishwich or the Doo Wop pork burger) and of course milk shakes, malteds and more. Mon–Thu 7am–11pm, Fri–Sat 11am–1am. $$

Rembrandt’s Steakhouse 243 21st St. East; rembrandts.ca. Edwardian décor, attentive service, great steaks and the city’s deepest wine list. Open Mon–Thu 7am–11pm, Fri 7am–midnight, Sat 8am–midnight, Sun 10am–2pm. $$$

Saskatoon Station Place 221 Idylwyld Dr.; Saskatoonstationplace.com. This quaint dining room is a veritable time machine comprised of two old rail passenger wagons. Open Mon–Sat 10:30am–10:30pm, Sun 10:30am–8:30pm. $$

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CAFÉS, LOUNGES & RESTAURANTSDowntown2nd Avenue Grill6Twelve LoungeAfghan Kabob & DonairBell ‘n’ WhistleBon Temps CaféCafé NoirThe CapitolCity PerksCongress Beer HouseDing DongEarl’s/Bacchus LoungeGolden PagodaGrandma Lee’s locationsHoney Bun CaféJaKe’s on 21stMediterrannoMystic JavaO’Shea’s Irish PubOtowaFlint/Poached BistroThe Rook & RavenRoyal ThaiSaskatoon AsianSaskatoon Station PlaceSpadina FreehouseSpicy BiteStacked Burger BarState & MainSt. Tropez BistroTavernaTruffl es BistroWinston’s English PubThe Woods Ale House

flow can be found at these places and other fi ne businesses, including:THE TWO TWENTY

CO-WORKING SPACESASKATOON INT’L. AIRPORT (YXE)

THE MENDEL ART GALLERY

FRANCES MORRISON LIBRARY

SASKATOONFARMERS’ MARKET

BroadwayAmigo’s CantinaBliss Fine FoodBroadway CaféBroadway RoasteryChristie’s El Secondod’Lish by Tish CaféDuck Duck GooseKeo’s Las Palapas Resort GrillMuseo CoffeeNosh Eatery & TapSushiroSzechuan KitchenThe Yard & Flagon

RiversdaleAsian HutCollective CoffeeEE BurritosGenesisThe HollowsLeyda’s CaféLien ThanhLittle Bird PatisserieMandarin RestaurantMardi Gras GrillPark CaféSeoul Taste LegendTwo Gun Quiche HouseThe Underground Café

8th StreetBlack PepperBroadway Roastery on 8thEarth Bound Bakery & Deli

Gibson’s Fish and ChipsThe Griffi n TakeawayMontana’s Saboroso Yip Hong’s Dim Sum

OtherBooster Juice*Cesar’s Cakes & CaféIl Salici (The Willows)Konga CaféManhattan GastropubPrairie Harvest CaféRock Creek Tap & GrillStarbucks*Subway* TastebudsWok Box

CLOTHIERSBetter Off DudsBrainsportBroadway Shoe RepairDurand’s Fine FootwearEra Style LoftEscape SportsFoster’s ShoesHats & ThatJules & LaceLa Vie Lente Fashion BoutiqueLaundryLuna+HillManhattan CasualsMint Fashion Co.Momentum locationsOutter LimitsThe Sandbox in the CitySwank Shoe Lounge

Tonic locationsTryst BoutiqueTwo Fifty Two Boutique

CULTURAL VENUESaka galleryArt Placement GalleryBroadway TheatreDarrell Bell GalleryLa Troupe du JourMeewasin Valley CentrePersephone TheatreRoxy TheatreSaskatoon Symphony offi ceTCU Place box offi ceTourism SaskatoonUkrainian Museum of CanadaWestern Development Museum

HOTELS & INNSBest Western Inn locationsDays InnDelta Bessborough HotelFour Points SheratonHeritage Inn The Hilton Garden InnHoliday Inn locationsThe Hotel SenatorThe James HotelOBASA Executive SuitesThe Park Town HotelThe Radisson HotelThe Ramada HotelRiviera Motor InnThe Sandman HotelThe Saskatoon InnThe Sheraton CavalierSuper 8 Motel locationsThe Travelodge

SPAS, SALONS & GYMSAlchemy SalonBlondo’sChrome Salon SpaDamara Day SpaEdgewater SpaEthos SalonSpaFresca BellaLavish Hair BoutiqueThe Makeup StudioParamount Day SpaRiverstone Massage TherapySoul SalonSunsera Salon locationsVisions Salon & SpaGoodlife FitnessMotion Fitness locationsYMCA, YWCA

SPECIALTY RETAILERSArea Home + LifestyleDad’s Organic MarketEastern MarketGarden Architecture & DesignIndigo BooksIngredients Artisan MarketLB DistillersLifestyles by Darrell Bell GalleryMaggie’s Sausage & DeliMcQuarries Tea & CoffeeMcNally Robinson Paddock Wood BreweryPrairie Sun BrewerySangster’s*Ten Thousand VillagesThe Trading Post*-select locations

Top yxe eateries for decor1. Bon Temps Café (223 2nd Ave. South). A polished brass ceiling; the skeleton mural at the back; 12 diff erent styles of lights: eye candy galore here.

2. City Perks (801 7th Ave. North). Regal lighting fi xtures, cozy nooks and gorgeous art at every turn in City Park.

3. Saskatoon Station Place (221 Idylwyld Dr. South). They have a Tiff any lamp and a great big clock near the entrance, but the seating areas in turn-of-the-last-century passenger train cars are what attract diners here most.

4. Calories (721 Broadway Ave.) This beloved spot just feels like home, what with all the wooden accents and mood lighting, and the cheesecakes behind glass don’t hurt.

5. Leyda’s Café (112 20th St. West). The rustic baskets on the walls, open kitchen concept and liberal use of white throughout make this place feel airy, light and fresh—just like the nut- and gluten-free food.

SOUTH ASIANBlack Pepper 5-1501 8th St. East; on Facebook. The place for curry or vegetarian eats on the city’s east side. Open Tue–Fri 11:30am–2pm, Fri–Sat 5–9pm. $

Desi Dhaba 325 Ave. C South; on Facebook. The Indian buffet here is outstanding, but order off the menu and expect even bigger rewards (it’s that good).Open daily 10am–10:30pm. $$

Mogul Divaan 2115 22nd St. West; Moguldivaan.com. Traditional Pakistani fare featuring a buffet made fresh daily from family recipes. Open Tue–Sat 11:30am–10pm, Sun 11:30am–9pm. $

Passage to India 440 2nd Ave. North. Simple and unpretentious Indian food (special thalis!) just north of the downtown. Open Mon–Sat 11am–2:30pm, 4:30–8:30pm. $$

Samosa King 3310 8th St. East; thesamosaking.ca. Su-perb south Indian food in the Centre Mall, with dosas, samosas and beyond. Open Mon–Tue, Sat 9:30am–6pm, Wed–Fri 9:30am–9pm, Sun noon–5pm. $

Spicy Bite 113 3rd Ave. South; myspicybite.com. The city’s best Indian buffet for lunch or supper. Open Sun–Thu 11am–10pm, Fri–Sat 11am–midnight. $$

Bottega Trattoria 110 2nd Ave. North; on Face-book. Authentic Italian dining with a focus on fresh, simple ingredients. Open Mon–Sat 11am–11pm; Sun 11am–9pm. $$

Il Salici Ristorante 382 Cartwright St.; Willowsgolf.com. Rustic Italian fare at the delightful Willow’s Golf & Country Club. Open Mon–Sat 11am–2pm, 5–10pm, Sun 10am–2pm. $$

Riversdale Deli & Market 101C 20th St. West; Riversdaledeli.ca. Deli sandwiches, fresh soups and a market space with meats, cheeses and more. Open Mon–Fri 10am–8pm, Sat 9am–7pm. $

Taverna 219 21st St. East, on Facebook. A staple for downtown Italian dining for decades, it’s a true taste of Italy (Oprah once dined here). Check the daily specials on the wipeboard outside. Open Mon–Fri 11am–10pm, Sat–Sun 5–10pm. $$

Two Gun Quiche House 35 20th St. West, 306-380-5209; on Facebook: Two-Gun-Quiche-House. The story behind the name rivals the food here. Try the quiche with house-made Italian pork sausage and roasted peppers. Under new management. Open Sun–Fri 9am–3pm, Sat 9am–4pm. $

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Marion Mutala is a bestselling author of Ukrainian heritage who has written a trilogy of books about her family’s traditions. The most recent is Baba’s Babushka: A Magical Ukrainian Wedding. She is the winner of Anna Pidruchney award for new writers and the International High Plains award for best children’s book (2014). Her most recent book is Grateful (available at McNally Robinson Booksellers, Indigo and Babasbabushka.ca).

Excerpt from Baba’s BabushkaAs Baba neared the well, her humming turned

into whistling. And Natalia soon saw why Baba had been in such a hurry. Her whistled tune had hardly faded into the autumn air when the young man Baba had given the pysanka to at Easter stepped out from the trees, his sandy hair fl opping down over his forehead in a very familiar way.

Baba’s cheeks turned pink but she did not seem surprised to see him. He helped her draw water from the well, but even after the bucket was full, they lingered, talking quietly to each other.

Natalia crept closer.The young man was telling Baba that he felt he

must emigrate to Kahnahdah—Canada—to have his own farmland and to start a new life away from the soldiers and the possibility of war.

Suddenly, Natalia realized she was looking at her dido!

“Sophie, will you be my wife and come with me?” the young man asked.

“I will go wherever you go, Stefan,” she replied, her eyes shining.

Natalia knew she had just witnessed some-thing very special—the beginnings of her family and their roots in Canada!

The cool wind picked up a little and Natalia tugged the babushka over her head to cover her ears.

Suddenly, she found herself in the kitchen of the house in which Baba had grown up. Natalia looked around curiously. Baba was getting ready for a matchmaking ceremony. Her family sur-rounded her, and the table held a rushnyk, an embroidered, towel-like cloth, and other gifts such as bread. Under the table were several harbuzy—pumpkins. It was fall, after all.

The kitchen was warm and Natalia pulled off the babushka. From her spot by the window, she could see outside.

Dido was coming towards the house with his family and friends. As the future groom, Dido

had invited two married men called starosty to help him formally ask for Baba’s hand in mar-riage. The men were carrying loaves of bread and other gifts. Dido knocked at the door of Baba’s family home.

Baba’s eyes sparkled with laughter and excite-ment as her mama opened the door. Baba’s female relatives and friends began singing tradi-tional songs. Dido and his brothers, cousins and even a few friends offered gifts to Baba’s parents, who invited them in.

Wedding preparations were already underway, so the vesilia, the wedding, must be close—within a week, Natalia knew. She tugged the babushka off.

With only a few days to get ready, everyone had a lot to do. Dido came to ask Baba to go walking with him. She was in the middle of food preparations for the joyous event, but her mama allowed her a few minutes away.

As they walked towards the beautiful hills surrounding their Ukrainian village, Dido spoke. “Soldiers are coming to our village more and more often, and I am worried they will soon make me join the army. I do not want to fi ght for things I do not believe in.”

Baba nodded in understanding.Dido went on. “I think we have to go to

Kahnahdah sooner than we thought. Could you be ready to go right after the wedding, as soon as we can get our paperwork to leave?”

“I will go wherever you go,” Baba said again, stepping into his arms to hold him close, though tears glistened in her eyes at the thought of leav-ing her homeland and especially her family.

For the fi rst time, Natalia realized that going to Canada meant Baba and Dido would have to leave everyone they knew, everyone they loved.

She pulled on the babushka, wondering what would happen next.

It was early morning, and Dido was at Baba’s

house early. Tugging the babushka off her head, Na-talia watched Baba greet him at the door with a hug.

“Yoi, get going, you two!” Mama teased.Today was the day Baba and Dido would

wake up the entire village and give sheshkeh, pinecones made of dough, to their guests as an invitation to come to the wedding festivities.

“We invite you to our wedding and we would be pleased if you could come,” Baba said to each neighbour, her eyes sparkling. “And my mother and father invite you as well!”

Yes, of course, everyone was coming to the vesilia! Natalia could hardly wait for the wed-ding day.

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Before and After: Thriving in a New Normal

Excerpt from WTF to OMGWhile I have always been aware that people

have limited time on earth, I never really con-sidered that this “rule” applied to my family too. And neither do you, right?

I mean we all have this sense that we are somewhat invincible, or that something horrible can’t happen to me because (insert why you are special/different here). But, then my father had his car accident and my twelve-year-old daughter developed a neurological disorder the year I turned forty. I went from being able to say to the kids, “Hey, I will be home in an hour, make yourself something to eat and don’t fight” to not being able to leave my daughter in a room alone. I slept with her out of fear I wouldn’t be there to help her in the night if she needed me. I realized I needed help to establish a long-term, sustain-able, new normal, so I could do things like go

get groceries without fearing my daughter would die while I was away. My mindset had shifted dramatically because of an experience I will ex-plain shortly. I was left traumatized by what I had seen. My fear was out of control. I was incredibly anxious. And, I knew better!

Some events push you from your current life, providing an unplanned exit from a situation, a way of thinking, or a lifestyle. But if you are ever forced to exit one life, you have no option but to walk through an entrance to another. Events

happen in our lives that forever divide our lives into a before and an after. “After the accident…” or “After the divorce…” or “Before I lost him…”. Your life changes as a result. It could be marriage, birth of children, a diagnosis, divorce, an accident or a traumatic event. Really, the only question left to ask is, “What will the new normal be like?”

On December 31, around noon, I jumped into the shower. My friend Jim was in the kitchen. My daughter (then twelve) had had a friend for a sleepover the previous night and the girls were eating their breakfast and watching TV. Every-thing was as it should be.

All of a sudden, there was a banging on the bathroom door. I couldn’t hear what was being said but there was definitely a sense of urgency to the commotion. I was covered in shampoo but I turned the water off and heard my daugh-ter’s friend yelling that something was wrong with my daughter.

I flew from the shower covered in soap and grabbed a towel on my way out of the bathroom. I ran into the living room to find Jim kneeling next to my daughter on the floor. My world stopped. I could only see her pyjama bottoms and her feet. I moved forward with my eyes squeezed shut because he looked panic-stricken and I was terrified of what I was going to see. I opened my eyes to find my daughter ly-ing there with her eyes partially open and rolled back in her head. Her face was completely grey. She was foaming at the mouth and her arms were twisted and contorted into her chest. She was moving spastically. Most alarming was that there was no breath escaping her sweet lips. Her colour was so disturbing to me and my mind took off running.

“Oh my God, that’s what dead people look like! She isn’t dead! She isn’t dead! Oh my God, she is dead! Noooo! Oh my baby! Oh my GOD! No! No!”

I realized I needed help to establish a long-term, sustainable, new normal, so I could do things

like go get groceries without fearing my daughter would die

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1. Best Western Blairmore (H2; 306 Shillington Cres., 306-242-2299)2. Best Western Harvest Inn (E6; 1715 Idylwyld Dr. North, 306-244-5552)3. Colonial Square Inn & Suites (I8; 1-1301 8th St. East, 306-343-1676)4. Comfort Inn (D7; 2155 Northridge Dr., 306-934-1122)5. Comfort Suites Saskatoon (A5; 203 Bill Hunter Ave. 306-955-6565) 6. Confederation Inn (H3; 3330 Fairlight Dr., 306-384-2882)7. Country Inn & Suites (D6; 617 Cynthia St., 306-934-3900)8. Days Inn Saskatoon (E7; 2000 Idylwyld Dr. North, 306-242-3297)9. Four Points Sheraton Hotel (K8; 103 Stonebridge Blvd., 306-933-9889)10. Heritage Inn (E5; 102 Cardinal Cres., 306-665-8121)11. Motel 6 Saskatoon(A5; 231 Marquis Dr., 306-665-6688)12. Northgate Motor Inn

Accommodations (downtown)00 (airport & metro)

1. Delta Bessborough Hotel(E6; 601 Spadina Cres. East, 306-244-5521)2. Hilton Garden Inn(C4; 90 22nd St. East, 306-244-2311)3. Holiday Inn Saskatoon(C3; 101 Pacifi c Ave., 306-986-5000)4. Holiday Inn Express(D4; 315 Idylwyld Dr. North, 306-384-8844)5. The James Hotel(E7; 620 Spadina Cres. East, 306-244-6446)6. Obasa Suites* (3 locations)(map 2: B4, B6; map 3: B2; Obasasuites.com)7. Park Town Hotel(B7; 924 Spadina Cres. East, 1-800-667-3999)8. Radisson Hotel Saskatoon(E5; 405 20th St. East, 306-665-3322)9. Hotel Senator(D4; 243 21st St. East, 306-244-6141)10. Sheraton Cavalier Hotel(D5; 612 Spadina Cres. East, 306-652-6770)

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(G7; 706 Idylwyld Dr. North, 306-664-4414)13. Northwoods Inn & Suites(G7; 610 Idylwyld Dr. North, 306-244-2901)14. Ramada Hotel (F7; 806 Idylwyld Dr. North, 306-665-6500)15. Riviera Motor Inn (E6; 2001 Ave. B North, 306-242-7272)16. Sandman Hotel Saskatoon (D6; 310 Circle Dr. West, 306-477-4844)17. Saskatoon Inn Hotel (E6; 2002 Airport Dr., 306-242-1440)18. Super 8 Saskatoon (D7; 706 Circle Dr. East, 306-384-8989)19. Super 8 Saskatoon West (G5; 1414 22nd St. West, 306-974-2900)20. Thriftlodge Saskatoon(E6; 1825 Idylwyld Dr. North, 306-244-2191)21. Travelodge Hotel Saskatoon(D6; 106 Circle Dr. West, 306-242-8881)22. Westgate Motor Inn (H5; 2501 22nd St. West, 306-382-3722)23. Refresh Inn & Suites (H8; 1220 College Dr., 306-934-5555)

OTHER ATTRACTIONSBessborough Hotel and Gardens Saskatoon’s “Castle on the River,” the “Bess” is arguably the city’s most photographed landmark, intentionally designed by Montreal architects Archibald and Schofi eld to resemble a Bavarian castle. Built by the CNR, it was completed in 1932. 601 Spadina Cres. East, 306-244-5521.

Canadian Light Source Synchrotron A football fi eld-sized research facility for light optics, particle acceleration and more that is also one of the largest laboratories in Canada. Guided tours (Mon, Tue, Thu) allow the public to see how extremely bright light is used to peer inside matter. 44 Innovation Blvd. (U of S campus), 306-657-3500; Lightsource.ca.

Dakota Dunes Casino The only casino serving Saskatoon features slot machines, Texas Hold’Em poker, Blackjack, Roulette, a restaurant and regular live events. Check their online schedule for free regular shuttle service from pick-up points city-wide (e.g. Delta Bessborough Hotel). 204 Dakota Dunes Way (20 min. south on Hwy 219), 306-667-6400; Dakotadunescasino.com

Diefenbaker Canada Centre The only combined Prime Ministerial archives, museum and research centre in Canada features cultural, educational, and historical collections from the life and times of 13th Prime Minister, John G. Diefenbaker. Free admission. Open Mon–Fri 9am–4:30pm. 101 Diefenbaker Place (U of S campus), 306-966-8384; Usask.ca/diefenbaker

Forestry Farm Park and Saskatoon Zoo Open year-round, this designated National Historic Site is home to indigenous plants and animals, plus exotic creatures from similar climates. It also hosts the annual BHP Billiton Enchanted Forest Tour (see p. 16). Call for tours of the former Superintendent’s Residence and grounds (306-249-1315). Open daily 10am–8pm. Off Attridge Dr., 306-975-3382; Saskatoon.ca/go/zoo.

Kiwanis Park Found along Spadina Crescent East, the city’s most scenic park sprawls out along the South Saskatchewan River and is a tribute to the city’s war veterans. The Vimy Memorial bandshell, south of the Bessborough, honours those who served in WWI. A large water fountain just north of the hotel remembers those who died in WWII. Look for statues of noteworthy Saskatonians, namely broadcaster Denny Carr and former Governor General Ray Hnatyshyn.

Knox United Church A designated municipal heritage building and fi nished in 1914, this two-storey, dark red brick building boasts beautiful stained-glass windows and acoustics that make it a regular venue for musical performances and other events. 838 Spadina Cres. East, 306-244-0159.

Marr Residence Located on the city’s east side, the Marr Residence is the oldest house in Saskatoon on its original foundation. Built in 1884 by Alexander (Sandy) Marr, the home was used as a fi eld hospital

U of S Observatory The observatory facilities (telescopes, other scientifi c equipment) at the U of S are available for use by both both students and visitors alike, with the facility staffed year-round on Saturday nights for public viewing of the skies. Phone 306-966-6393 to book a guided tour. Free admission.Open December–January 7:30–9:30pm; http://physics.usask.ca/observatory

during the 1885 North-West Resistance. The Marr is a heritage site and supposedly haunted. 326 11th St. East, 306-652-1201; Themarr.ca.

Meewasin Valley Trail and Visitor Centre The MVC downtown offers public programs and services focusing on the city’s natural and cultural heritage. Interactive displays, an art gallery, gift shop and information on other city attractions. Open Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, weekends/holidays noon–5pm. 402 3rd Ave. South, 306-665-6888; Meewasin.com.

Mendel Art Gallery and Civic Conservatory The city’s premier art gallery celebrates its 50th year in 2014 and has more than 8,000 works by local and national artists, with new exhibitions regularly. Gift shop, Civic Conservatory and café. Free admission. Open daily 9am–9pm. 950 Spadina Cres. East, 306-975-7610; Mendel.ca.

St. John’s Anglican Cathedral Saskatoon’s fi rst Anglican cathedral incorporates brick, Tyndall stone and terra cotta in an unornamented neo-Gothic style. Completed in 1917, the cornerstone was laid in 1912 by then Governor General Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught. 816 Spadina Cres. East.

The University of Saskatchewan The U of S has many fi ne greystone buildings, including neo-Gothic Thorvaldson Building, the College Building (classic Elizabethan shape in Collegiate Gothic style) and Nobel Plaza, so named to honour U of S alumni who have won the famed prize. Usask.ca.

Ukrainian Museum of Canada Dedicated to the Ukrainian settlers who contributed in large measure to the settlement of the prairies. Displays of embroidered fabrics, wood carvings, decorated Easter eggs and ceramics. Open Tue–Sat 10am–5pm, Sun 1–5pm. 910 Spadina Cres. East, 306-244-3800; Umc.sk.ca.

Wanuskewin Heritage Park The Northern Plains Cree used this site (pronounced Wah-nus-KAY-win; “living in harmony”) for thousands of years as a gathering and hunting place. Trails rich in history wind over more than 6km of parkland. Enjoy galleries, a theatre, a restaurant serving First Nations cuisine and gift shop. Paid admission. Open daily 9am–4:30pm, 11am–4:30pm on holidays. 5km north on Wanuskewin Road, 306-931-6767; Wanuskewin.com.

Western Development MuseumGo back in time with a visit to 1910 Boomtown. More than 30 buildings —wiith a general store, blacksmith shop and jail—recreate the scene of a typical prairie town in the early 20th century. One of three such museums province-wide, the WDM in Saskatoon also has an extensive collection of rare and antique automobiles. Open daily 9am–5pm. 2610 Lorne Ave., 306-931-1910; www.wdm.ca.


secret Saskatoon

One Regal ReceptacleText and photo by Shane Curtis

Wander into the stately Delta Bessborough Hotel on Spadina Crescent East and just to the right of the reception area as you enter is a beautifully crafted brass mail chute. It is a working piece of history that can also be found in various iconic buildings across North America such as the Empire State Building and Trinity Building in New York City.

The mail chute has been an original feature of ‘The Bess” since it opened its doors in December 1935. This type of structure was not un-common in the railway-type hotels that were constructed last century.

Sitting snuggly between two busy elevators that shuttle guests to their desired floor, the post chute extends to near the top of the hotel, from the 8th floor straight to the lobby.

Stefan Deprez, the director of Sales & Marketing at Delta Hotels & Resorts, feels that its distinctive style and function fits beautifully into the ambience of the hotel.

“The unique look of the mail chute really adds to the history of the place and the brass ornamenta-tion on the box is of the highest quality,” he says.

Not only does it offer a link to the past but it also acts as a main collection point for Canada Post to this day.

“The mail chute is still in use and you can set your watch to the 5pm collection time during the week. If anything gets stuck we simply open the chute up, fix it and carry on,” Deprez says.

Other than in the Bess, this style of 20th century mail gathering de-vice can also be found in the lobby of the Canada Building at 105 21st Street East. It is also still in use today.

Nestled in the heart of Saskatoon’s most iconic building sits a piece of Canadian Postal history that predates Billboard magazine’s first pop music chart.

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