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Apple Jack A local favourite, this apple-filled pastry is sold at Gunn's Bakery— one of Western Canada's oldest family-run bakeries. Fat Boy Winnipeg is renowned for its mom-and-pop burger shops, and competition often centres around the best fat boy – a burger loaded with all the traditional fixings, then generously smothered in chili. DECODING WINNIPEG'S FOOD LINGO Winnipeggers speak their own food language. Forget fancy food and white linens—this is a chance to savour unpretentious, casual bites that locals have been devouring for years, which you'll only find in the 'Peg. Craft beer and spirits fans in Winnipeg now have a lot to pour over with a rapidly expanding craft brewery and distillery scene in the last three years. Visit tourismwinnipeg.com/eat-and- drink/breweries for the latest updates. WHAT'S BREWING Goog Special Head to the institutional Bridge Drive-In (fondly known as BDI) for an upside down blueberry milkshake topped with a hot fudge sundae, bananas and whipped cream. Jeanne Cakes This dessert is emblematic of a birthday party in Winnipeg. Jeanne's Bakery sells these traditional log cakes with shortbread cookie bottoms that have generated many die-hard fans. Nip The local chain, Salisbury House, (once part-owned by Guess Who rock 'n' roll legend and former resident 'Pegger Burton Cummings) calls its burger a "nip." Stop in for a piece of nostalgia and decadent slice of red velvet cake. Nutty Club Offering a variety of candy and snack products, they are easily distinguished by the iconic Can-D-Man mascot emblazoned on its packaging. Old Dutch This local brand of potato chips is known for the many fun flavours they produce, from Rip-L Au Gratin, to Crispy Bacon, and of course Ketchup. Russian Mints These are the prized, top-selling, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate mint creations sold at family business Mordens' of Winnipeg. Shmoo This Winnipeg specialty torte is an angel food cake layered with fluffy whipped cream, nuts and caramel. Baked Expectations is a popular spot for this sweet delight. Mike Peters BDI: Salvador Maniquiz 15 Legends + Tales • Volume 10 • 2023