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GOING GREEN SUSTAINABILITY & LOCAL SOURCING ARE IN VOGUE IN YXE
Sun Country Highway President and CEO Kent Rathwell powers up his Tesla Model S electric car at one of his company’s continent-wide network of charging stands. Read about the greening of the local economy on p. 22.
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The Fifth World Sonny Assu, Laakkuluk Williamson Bathory, Scott Benesiinaabandan, Jordan Bennett, Nicholas Galanin, Ursula Johnson, Sonya Kelliher-Combs, Meryl McMaster, Skeena Reece, Travis Shilling, Charlene Vickers. Curated by Wanda Nanibush to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of TRIBE INC.
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TOWARDS SUSTAINABILITY “Think globally, act locally.” – OXFAM
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Saskatoon Cycles’ Cathy Watts exemplifies the people, groups and businesses in the city that are working towards a healthier environment and more sustainable local economy.
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ON THE ROAD AGAIN! Why SK bands still tour in a digital age
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FOR THE LOVE OF GOOD PHOTOS Find a photographer that’s right for you Text by Jennilee Cardinal-Schultz
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GOLF ACADEMY 2015 Tips from course pros & an insider’s take Cover photo of Sun Country Highway CEO Kent Rathwell and his family next to a Tesla Model S by Mark Tiu (Mark Tiu Photography) Shot on location at Peavey Mart Saskatoon (Peaveymart.com)
Text and interview by Paul Miazga
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FLAT, ROUND & DIVINE!: CREPES ET AL Many cultures, many takes on the pancake Text by Lynette Suchar
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editor’s notes
Moving towards Greener Pastures
In late March, just as we were going to print with the magazine, there was a story in The Guardian newspaper about how France had passed a new law decreeing that rooftops in new buildings zoned for commercial use must be partially covered in plants or solar panels. Brilliant! Check out Lisa Patrick’s “secret Saskatoon” column (p. 42) to understand why this is a significant and positive development. Simply put, green ideas are keen. Sarah Stefanson’s feature on the greening of the city’s economy [“Going Green in yxe”, p. 22] shows how big the “green” movement has become. Names such as Sun Ridge Residential, Futureproof. com, Sun Country Highway and Thrive Juice Co. all seem to suggest a positive, alternative way of thinking. The feature also includes tips on how to green your life (some of them might surprise you). But not everything this month focusses on green. Ethical fashions here are doing good (see the article opposite about two exciting home-grown brands), while fashionista Jennilee CardinalSchultz offers her insight into how to feel good— about your choice of photographer (p. 20). Memories are forever…
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We also present our 2015 insiders’ golf preview (p. 28), with tips from PGA Canada professionals, course news and one thoughtful golfer’s local take on the game he loves. Flow foodie Lynette Suchar loves to discover new faces and places, finding both recently in pursuit of crepes, dosas and other variations on the pancake theme (p. 32). Speaking of memories, this May 10 is Mother’s Day, and you better believe we have some ideas for you on how to treat (Mother’s Day eats on p. 33) and toast the old gal (find The Wine Guy, Mike Tory, on p. 34). And if you forget to book ahead, we’ve got listings aplenty full of alternatives no matter what her taste is. Finally, there’s no shortage of events this month: from Bobby Bazini at The Bassment (Apr. 2), to flamenco (Apr. 18), film festivals (see pp. 12–13), a PechaKucha on #RiversdaleLove at The Roxy Theatre (Apr. 30), Crees in the Caribbean (p. 14), Diana Krall (May 16), the Saskatchewan Marathon (May 28) and everything up to and including the final day (June 7) of the last Mendel Art Gallery exhibition ever. Phew! So don’t hold your breath! Get outside, go for a run, have a chat with Corey at The Better Good or Gerry at the Steep Hill Food Co-op. But get moving! The days are just packed! It’s springtime and the snow is gone! And suddenly I feel like having a kale salad.
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the city Local Clothing with a Conscience Two brands from Saskatoon make everyday items but target buyers wanting to make a difference to someone else’s life Text by Paul Miazga Photos by Tenille Campbell and Greer Tilford The shoe label Toms is known for giving a pair of shoes to a child in the developing world for every pair they sell. Check out two entrepreneurs looking to do good here: Devon Fiddler (pictured, centre), the founder and Chief Changemaker of SheNative Goods Inc., is a Cree woman from Waterhen Lake First Nation who wants to empower Indigenous women and girls across Canada. “I’ve seen so many women, friends and family, struggling in their lives, whether as a single mother or not being treated with respect by men. I want (them) to say, ‘Yes, I have experienced these disadvantages, and had these horrible experiences, but I’m going to do what I need to do
SheNative is a socially responsible business that plans to put a percentage of profits aside to help positive, like-minded women come together, make new friends and create positive changes in their lives. to live a healthy and happy lifestyle!’”, she says. Two years ago Fiddler decided to create a fashion-based business that would have a positive impact on the lives of many people. “I always dreamed of becoming a fashion designer as a child,” Fiddler says, “so I started a business that would have an impact on women like me.” With the help of two crowdfunding campaigns that raised over $10,000, SheNative was born. Fiddler, who has a BA in Aboriginal and Public Administration from the U of S, spent three years
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(Tenille Campbell) in the corporate world assisting First Nations entrepreneurs looking to start their own business. “Many of them were totally unprepared for the process,” she says, and lacked mentors or a support mechanism to help guide them. SheNative—an ethical line of tee-shirts, handbags and other accessories with Aboriginal motifs—is a socially responsible business created around a fashion product. Inspired by local Indigenous designs and made in Saskatoon, SheNative hopes to empower Indigenous women through the process of how the products are made, with five percent of sales set aside for causes that support disadvantaged Aboriginal women in Canada. Shenative.com Saskatoon-based clothing line Anye (Sanskrit for “others”) is an innovative social enterprise promoting altruism, compassion and lovingkindness. Their spiritually inspired tee-shirts incorporate virtuous slogans on various backgrounds. The idea is that when someone sees something positive or reads a slogan that encourages virtue, it leaves a positive imprint on the mind, planting seeds of peace and love. The basic premise of Anye is to encourage and promote cherishing others, which is rooted in the belief that this is what leads to true happiness. Co-founder Ryan Wright says 100 percent of the profits from tee-shirt sales are equally divided between the Tara Children’s Project (an orphanage for HIV-affected children and youth in India) and the Pundarika Humanitarian Foundation (which provides education programs for women and girls in rural Nepal and Tibet). The company also works to free animals that will be killed or are in danger of being harmed and then releasing them back into the wild. Bonus: their products are sustainably sourced, sweatshop-free and made using eco-friendly fabrics such as certified organic cotton, recycled polyester and even bamboo. Anye.org
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April events Apr03–Jun07
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Fifth World; School Art 2015
Bobby Bazini
Open daily from 9am–9pm; free admission The last exhibitions ever to be presented at the Mendel in its present form. Fifth World: Curator Wanda Nanibush uses established and emerging artists to portray this concept inspired by Indigenous writer Leslie Marmon Silko. School Art 2015: an immensely popular display of works by Saskatoon elementary and high school students, now in its 34th year. Mendel Art Gallery (950 Spadina Cres.; Mendel.ca)
8pm; tickets $25/members $20 This amazing crooner from Quebec with hit songs to his credit such as “I Wonder” and “Cold Cold Heart” have propelled him into the spotlight across Canada. The young singer-songwriter will be appearing with Bellwoods in the city’s signature jazz venue. The Bassment (204 4th Ave. North; Thebassment.ca)
Apr03–07
Draco Taxidermy Adrian Linsangan papier-mâché Evan Hardy Collegiate Grade 11
This annual show brings together the city’s classic car collectors in one glorious showcase. For more information, visit Draggins.com.
Draggins Rod & Custom Car Show
Prairieland Park (503 Ruth St. West; Saskatoonex.com)
Open daily 10am–10pm; tickets $15
Apr10
Gerry Dee
7:30pm; tickets from $39 The Canadian funny man and CBC star comes to town. TCU Place (35 22nd St. East; Tcutickets.ca)
Apr09 Del Barber
8pm; tickets $18 This prairie-born singer/ songwriter is touring to promote his fifth studio album, Prairieography. Broadway Theatre (715 Broadway Ave.)
Eric Church
7:30pm; tickets from $35 A young superstar in country music from North Carolina with lots of beer-drinking songs. SaskTel Centre (3515 Thatcher Ave.)
Apr06
Marilyn Manson
7:30pm; tickets $71 The world’s top shock rocker brings “The Pale Emperor” tour to town for a big show. SaskTel Centre (3515 Thatcher Ave.; Sasktelcentre.com)
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Beethoven’s Piano Quartet No. 2 in D major, new work by Neil Currie & more. Convocation Hall (105 Administration Pl., U of S campus)
9am–5pm; admission $10 Arguably the city’s biggest such. Westerm Development Museum (2610 Lorne Ave.; Wdm.ca)
Elixir Ensemble Pioneer Threshermen’s Club Flea Market and Craft Sale 2:30pm; tickets $25 (Elixirensemble.com)
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April 11 Fashion Show hosted by Chantel Huber
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Modern Woman Show & Exhibition
Caribou
7pm; tickets $25 Acclaimed Toronto DJ Dan Snaith (aka Caribou) topped charts in 2010 with his “Swim” mix. Hard to keep still to his infectious sound. O’Brians Event Centre (211 2nd Ave. South; Obrianseventcentre.ca)
Open Fri 11am–9pm, Sat 11am–5pm; general admission $10/ VIP tickets & fashion show seating $25 This show for women, about women and by women returns with special guest speaker Jillian Harris (pictured) of “Love It Or List It Vancouver”. Modernwomansaskatoon.com. Prairieland Park Hall B & Hall C (503 Ruth St.)
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Apr18
La Raccourcie
Thu–Sat 8pm, Sun 2pm; tickets $26 A tale of loss and reclamation from Governor General’s Award winner Jean-Rock Gaudreault. Production Centre 914 (914 20th St. West; Latroupedujour.ca)
¡ARTE! Flamenco 8pm; tickets $38.28 (available on Picatic.com) An entrancing artistic performance encompassing paint, poetry and theatre, and using the sensuous language of flamenco direct from Spain. For more information, visit Albaflamenco.com. Castle Theatre (1904 Clarence Ave. South)
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Apr20–21
8pm; tickets $20/members $15 This local double bass/jazz guitar duo is quickly winning fans far and wide with original music, old standards and intimate but lively performances. The Bassment (204 4th Ave. North; Thebassment.ca)
7:30pm; tickets $32 This husband and wife duo of Luke Doucet and Melissa McClelland have just released their latest album, Leave No Bridge Unburned. Broadway Theatre (715 Broadway Ave.; Broadwaytheatre.ca)
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The Faerie Queen 7:30pm; tickets from $25.5030\\ A city starved of ballet gets to soak up the Royal Winnipeg Ballet (Rwb.org) and this enchanting story based on Henry Purcell’s opera of the same name, and on Shakespeare’s comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. It’s a presentation of love, magic and deception that should be particularly impressive thanks to choreographer John Alleyne’s work on this full-length ballet. TCU Place (35 22nd St. East; Tcutickets.ca)
Apr24–26
SEN Environmental Film Festival Screening times TBA; ticket prices TBA This counter-cultural film festival turns 10 years old, and one of the timely offerings this year is Burning Water, a documentary about the effects of fracking on the groundwater in Rosebud, Alberta. The festival program includes workshops, presentations and beyond. For more details, see Econet.ca. The Roxy Theatre (320 20th St. West; Theroxytheatre.ca)
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2 – Oscar Lopez 3 – Shane Koyczan 12 – Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra with Denzal Sinclaire 20/21 – Whitehorse
The Music of Led Zeppelin 7:30pm; tickets from $38 It’s Houses of the Holy with a classical twist as the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra presents the music of these legendary rockers with Jeans ‘n Classics and lead singer Michael Stotton. For more details, visit Saskatoonsymphony.org. TCU Place (35 22nd St. East; Tcutickets.ca)
May
7 – Harry Manx 8 – Connie Kaldor 13/14 – Joel Plaskett & the Emergency 21 – Tommy Emmanuel 23 – Saskatoon Fiddle Orchestra 26 – The Debaters 27 – Great Lake Swimmers 28 – Bettye Lavette 30 – The Comic Strippers
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LIVE THEATRE Persephone Theatre (100 Spadina Cres. East;
Persephonetheatre.org) Apr. 15–May 3: The 25th Annual Putnam Country Spelling Bee (2pm matinees Wed/Sun, 8pm evenings; tickets $26). A charming musical comedy about six elementary school students competing for the Spelling Bee championship.
The Refinery (609 Dufferin Ave.)
Apr. 23–May 3: Willow Road (8pm; tickets $21). This Wendy Lockman drama portrays an eager nurse caring for her literary idol, a caustic alcoholic needing a liver transplant. As his condition deteriorates, the two discover unexpected truths about each other and themselves. Produced by Paper Cranes for Charlotte Productions. Livefive.ca. Village Guitar & Amp (432 20th St. West) May 6–17: Matchstick (8pm; tickets $25). Life is not
all it seems for a woman who weds a foreigner with a notorious reputation. A“Deep End” series production. For details, visit Persephonetheatre.org.
LIVE COMEDY Broadway Theatre (715 Broadway Ave.)
Apr. 17: The Saskatoon Soaps (9:30pm; tickets $12). Improv comedy (Saskatoonsoaps.com). May 22: The Saskatoon Soaps (9:30pm; tickets $12). May 30: The Comic Strippers (8pm; $35).
The Capitol (244 1st Ave. North; Capitolclub.ca)
Apr. 15: Paul Myrehaug w/ guest (6pm; ticket prices TBA).
The Laugh Shop (924 Spadina Cres. East; Park-
townhotel.com) Apr. 4: Sean Lacomber w/ Mark McCue. Apr. 10–11: Tom Liske w/ Scott Porteous. Apr. 17–18: Efthimios Nasiopoulos w/ Joshua Elijah. Apr. 24–25: Brett Martin w/ Trevor Dean.
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2pm; tickets from $17 The clown princes of basketball return to the city with their engaging and interactive hijinks that showcase their amazing talents and create fun for the whole family. SaskTel Centre (3515 Thatcher Ave.; Sasktelcentre.com)
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Apr30 Riversdale Riversdale Love
6:30pm; for ticket info, visit Freeflowdance.com As a part of its 20th anniversary celebrations, the Free Flow Dance Theatre will host various dance groups and soloists for this fun spectacle. Free Flow Dance Centre (224 25th St. West)
6:30pm; free admission; Riversdalelove.com
Int’l. Dance Day Performances
PechaKucha: #RiversdaleLove
Riversdale Love aims to connect diverse people and engage them on the future of the district. A PechaKucha night kicks it off: 12 speakers on their vision of the future, each with 6:40 to talk.
The Roxy Theatre (320 20th St. West)
Apr28–May02
10th annual Cinergie Festival
Screening times TBA; ticket prices TBA Now into its 10th year, this entirely bilingual event will screen 10 feature films and 25 short movies, but it will also include discussions with filmmakers, special activities for families and schools, an opening night soirée hosted by Radio-Canada, a contest for young filmmakers and more. Not just for cinephiles or Francophones, the festival represents an opportunity to discover the diversity of Francophone cultures during five jam-packed days at the community-owned Broadway Theatre. Broadway Theatre (715 Broadway Ave.; Broadwaytheatre.ca)
GALLERIES Affinity Gallery (813 Broadway Ave.; Saskcraftcouncil.org)
Through Apr. 11: Cynefin. A print and video based installation by Rowan Pantel. Apr. 17–May 23: Narrative Dish. Ceramics are used to explore modern approaches to illustrative narrative. Works by six artists, incl. C. Epp, A. Carney. aka artist-run (424 20th St. West; Akaartistrun.com) Through Apr. 25: Interior Latex Eggshell by Robert Taite. Various media: wood, canvas, vinyl and latex paint. Darrell Bell Gallery (405-105 21st St. East; Darrellbellgallery.com). Open Thu–Sat noon–5pm. The Gallery (311 23rd St. East; Saskatoonlibrary.ca) Through Apr. 9: Pick Up Sticks and Story Books. Bonnie Carly uses wood, parts of books and more to create sculptures that resemble old prairie water towers. Apr. 15–May 21: Badlands: A Geography of Metaphors. A photographic survey by Ken Dalgarno of the Badlands set among the Northern Great Plains. The Gallery/Art Placement (228 3rd Ave. South; Artplacement.com) Apr. 4–30: Clint Hunker: Towards the Strawberry Hills. Saskatchewan landscapes with oil on linen. May 2–28: Dorothy Knowles: The Oils 1968–2006. Landscape paintings showing various parts of Canada.
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Green Ark Collected Home (212 20th St. West) Through May 30: Chimerical Places III: Architectural Representation and the Temperamental Object by Gerald Penry. Acryllic on canvas. Kenderdine Gallery (107 Administration Pl.; Art.usask.ca)
Through Apr. 17: Frank Pimentel: Dunland’s Restaurant. A 1987 photo series of Toronto’s Dunland’s Restaurant captures the urban decay of North America. PAVED Arts (424 20th St. West; Pavedarts.ca) Through Apr. 25: Allison Moore: Video Terrarium. A collection of panoramic video landscapes that use multiple screens to integrate various animation and compositing techniques. Positive Passions (300 3rd Ave. South). Open Mon–Sat 10am–10pm. Rouge Gallery (245 3rd Ave. South; Rougegallery.ca). Open Thu–Fri 10am–5pm, Sat noon–5pm and by appt. SCYAP (253 3rd Ave. South; Scyapinc.org) Through Apr. 17: Silvana Shamo and Alison Moorhead: Silvana and Alison. Works of mixed media. Apr. 20–May 8: Andy Zimmerman: No Reason. Portraits and drawings in pen and acrylics on paper. void gallery (1-1006 8th St. East; Voidgallery.ca). Open Thu–Fri 6–9pm, Sat 11am–5pm and by appt.
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May09
8pm; tickets $18 This work by playwright Drew Hayden Taylor (pictured) follows Evie and Cecil on vacation to celebrate their 35th wedding anniversary. Only they’ve never been out of the country, or even off their reserve. For more details, visit Sntc.ca. Production Centre 914 (914 20th St. West)
6pm; tickets $65 (includes meal ticket) Vesna (“spring”) has been the signature cultural event for the city’s Ukrainian community, with dancing, singing, food and more. Prairieland Park (503 Ruth St. West)
Crees in the Caribbean
May01
Yukon Blonde
8:30pm; tickets $25 This Canadian super duo help celebrate The Capitol’s 1-year anniversary. With Young Benjamins and League of Wolves. The Capitol (244 1st Ave. North; Capitolclub.ca)
May09
Steve Kirby & U of M Allstar Jazz Faculty Ensemble 8pm; tickets $25/members $20 The Bassment (202 4th Ave. North; Thebassment.ca)
LIVE MUSIC Amigo’s (806 Dufferin Ave.; Amigoscantina.com)
Vesna Festival
May09
Counting Crows 8pm; tickets from $49.50 TCU Place (35 22nd St. East
May13–14 Joel Plaskett
8pm; tickets from $32 The Park Avenue Sobriety Test is this award-winning musician’s ninth LP and features contributions from Mo Kenney, JP Cormier, Dave Marsh among others. Expect to see Plaskett during his two performances develop the songwriting threads tying one song to the next. Broadway Theatre (715 Broadway Ave.; Broadwaytheatre.ca) May 8: Jordie Lane (9pm; $22/$17). May 21: Sweet Alibi (8pm; $22/$17). May 22: David Gogo Solo (9pm; $22/$17). May 29: Back of the Bus, The Residuals, A Dram Too Few (9pm; $25/$20). May 30: Tommy Banks & PJ Perry (8pm; $50/$40).
All shows 10pm and cover $10 unless otherwise noted. Apr. 3: The Faps EP release party w/ Animal Lover & guests. Apr. 4: Sun K w/ JJ Shiplett. Apr. 7: JEFF the Brotherhood w/ guests. Apr. 11: Close Talker w/ Nature Of (10pm; tickets $15 Broadway Theatre (715 Broadway Ave.; Broadwaytheatre.ca) All shows 8pm unless otherwise noted. in advance/$20 at the door). Apr. 2: Oscar Lopez (tickets $35). Apr. 24: Pandacorn w/ Jesse and the Dandelions, Apr. 3: Shane Koyczan ($25). Colleen Brown. Apr. 26: The Creepshow 10th Anniversary Tour w/ The Apr. 12: Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra w/ Denzal Sinclaire (7:30pm; $35). Penske File ($10/$12). May 7: Harry Manx ($37). Apr. 30: Rodney DeCroo w/ Great Aunt Ida. May 8: Connie Caldor ($34). May 1: Agent Orange w/ In the Whale ($15/$18). May 9: Both Sides Now ($23). May 8: Fire Next Time w/ guests. May 21: Tommy Emmanuel ($48). May 31: PHOX w/ guests. May 28: Bettye LaVette ($35). The Bassment (202 4th Ave. North; Thebassment.ca) Other venues Apr. 7: JP Cormier (8pm; tickets $25/members $20). Apr. 19: Septet by the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra Apr. 9: The Rural Roots Trio and Cathy Sproule (2:30pm; tickets $28). At the Delta Bessborough Hotel (8pm; $22/$17). (601 Spadina Cres. East). Apr. 10: Andrea Menard (9pm; $35/$25). May 27: Amati Quartet (7:30pm; $30). At Knox United Apr. 11: Tunnel Six (8pm; $25/$20). Church (833 Spadina Cres. East). Apr. 16: Claude Bourbon (8pm; $22/$17). Louis’ Pub (93 Campus Dr.; Ussu.ca/louis) Apr. 17: Eileen Laverty (9pm; $28/$23). Apr. 18: Strung Out w/ Masked Intruder, LA Armada Apr. 22–23: High School Big Band Night (Wed et al (8pm; tickets $23 in advance/$26 at the door). 5:30pm, Thu 7:30pm; $10/$7). Apr. 24: John Wort Hannam (9pm; $22/$17). Apr. 25: The Cookers (8pm; $25/$20). Apr. 26: Suzie Vinnick (8pm; $25/$20). May 1: Too Darn Hot (8pm; $22/$17). May 2: Solstice (8pm; $25/$20). May 4: 24th Street Wailers (8pm; $22/$17).
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O’Brians Event Centre (241 2nd Ave. South; Obrianseventcentre.ca) Apr. 2: David Wilcox w/ Where’s My Mullett, Hung Jury (7pm; tickets $35/VIP $55). Apr. 6: The Spin Doctors (8pm; $20/$40). Apr. 11: Danko Jones w/ The Lazys (7:30pm; $15/$30).
Apr. 18: Mastodon & Clutch w/ Big Business (6pm; $45). May 15: Los Lonely Boys w/ Luke Nelson (7:30pm; $35/$55).
Prairie Ink (3130 8th St. East; Prairieinkrestaurant.ca) Live music at 8pm Fridays and Saturdays; no cover.
SaskTel Centre (3515 Thatcher Ave.; Sasktelcentre.ca) Apr. 28: Def Leppard (7:30pm; tickets from $35). Apr. 30: Neil Diamond (7:30pm; from $20).
TCU Place (35 22nd St. East; Tcuplace.ca)
Apr. 3: Rahat Fateh Ali Khan (7pm; tickets from $59). May 10: Pam Tillis and Lorrie Morgan (7:30pm; $55). May 13-14: The Wizard of Oz presented by The Fireside Singers (7:30pm; $34). May 20: Dora the Explorer Live (6:30pm; from $22.50). May 23: SSO–The People’s Choice (7:30pm; from $13). May 26: Charlie Pride (7pm; from $65.50). May 28: Jesse Cook (7:30pm; from $45).
Vangelis Tavern (801 Broadway Ave.; Facebook.
com/VangelisTavernSaskatoon) All shows 10pm and cover $10 unless otherwise noted. Apr. 2: Failed States w/ Ballot Burner, Herd of Wasters. Apr. 4: Michael Rault w/ Electric Revival, The Triplophonics. Apr. 7: Thrashers w/ Simple Tailors & Belladonnas (9pm). Apr. 9: Simple Route to Alaska w/ guests (9pm). Apr. 11: Classy Chassys w/ Good Enough, Filthy GL et al. May 2: CBC presents Leaf Rapids w/ Slow Leaves. May 22: Motivational Speakers presents Chui Wan & Reykjavictim (China). Bon Temps Café (223 2nd Ave. South; Bontempscafe.ca) Buds on Broadway (817 Broadway Ave.; Buds.dudaone.com) The Capitol (244 1st Ave. North; Capitolclub.ca)
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Diana Krall
8pm; tickets from $66 The pride of Vancouver, BC, this jazzsinging legend has gone on tour to promote her latest album, wallflower, which was produced by fellow Vancouverite David Foster. TCU Place (35 22nd St. East)
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May27
Top of the Hops 2015
Daily from 6:30pm; tickets (Thu) $20 in advance/$25 at the door, (Fri–Sat) $30/$35 Put on by the POW City Kinsmen, this annual event brings together brewers, distillers, vintners and others to promote good times and local goods. Prairieland Park, Hall D (503 Ruth St. West)
Great Lake Swimmers 8pm; tickets $25 Melodic folk rock and from lead singer Tony Dekker of Toronto and his four bandmates. Their brand new album, Forest of Arms, carries the weight of national and international current events throughout. Opening band is The Weather Station. Broadway Theatre (715 Broadway Ave.)
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May events Band on the Run: May25–29 Why Artists Tour NatureCity Festival in a Digital Age Text by Rebecca Windjack In the past two decades, the internet has had a tremendous impact on the way artists approach the distribution of their music and the channels through which they earn income. Distributing music online can be, for some, an efficient way to be heard and to build their virtual fan base. However, for most, there are much greater longterm effects and tangible outcomes to be gained through the face-to-face interactions between themself and fans while on tour. World-renowned live music producer Tom Jackson (Taylor Swift, The Band Perry, Jars of Clay) notes in his book Tom Jackson’s Live Music Method, “When you learn to create ‘moments’, your merchandise sales will soar through the roof for the powerful reason that people buy moments. At your concert, if you’ve created a moment, people will come to the merch table and ask for the song that created the moment for them, because they want to relive it over and over.”
Using tools like GPS to determine the location of their fans, artists can plan strategic tours as they go. As music lovers, we seek out those experiences when we feel an artist is speaking right to us, translating our feelings through a song. A live concert, with the senses engaged visually, through interaction with others in the audience, and through hearing great music, creates an emotional experience unlike any other. While on tour, artists can take advantage of the wide reach of the internet by making personal connections with fans and fellow musicians from around the world while simultaneously gaining performance experience. By using tools like GPS to determine the location of their fans, artists can plan strategic tours on the road or in advance and translate memorable shows into revenue! “Even though the industry has changed, for most artists their live show (still makes up) 9095% of their revenue,” says Jackson. This statistic is echoed by those gathered in recent Saskatchewan and Canadian music industry studies; it validates touring as the preferred method for active musicians looking to make a living through their craft. 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. @SaskMusic
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For event times and locations, see Wildaboutsaskatoon.org A made-in-Saskatoon collaboration of more than 80 local organizations and businesses, Wild About Saskatoon puts on this event dedicated to celebrating wildlife and wild places in the city. Guided excursions through beautiful natural areas, informative talks, nature-themed concerts, family outings and school programs. A May 25 gala at the Broadway Theatre features author Dr. Shimi Kang of Vancouver and Cam Collyer of the Evergreen Foundation (Toronto) speaking on the connection between human health and access to quality natural surroundings. Broadway Theatre (715 Broadway Ave.)
May26 The Debaters
7:30pm; tickets $37 The engaging format of this CBC Radio One show is part stand-up, part quiz show and part comedy competition with the live audience picking the winners. Hosted by comedian Steve Patterson. Broadway Theatre (715 Broadway Ave.; Broadwaytheatre.ca)
May30
Broadway Art Fest From 10am to 5pm Various local artists, artwork and art organizations hit the streets of this funky district with a focus on engaging people of all ages with visual arts media and provide patrons with the opportunity to observe, buy, discuss and even create art. Onbroadway.ca. Broadway district (p. 40, map 3)
Through Jun21
One War: Four Perspectives Open Mon–Thu 9:30am–8pm, Fri 9:30am– 4:30pm, Sat–Sun noon–4:30pm; free admission The Canadian War Museum in Ottawa has produced this travelling exhibit featuring memorabilia and artifacts representing British, Canadian, American and Aboriginal from this important conflict in Canada’s history. Diefenbaker Canada Centre (101 Diefenbaker Pl., U of S campus; Usask.ca/diefenbaker)
May27
The Reverend Horton Heat
10pm; tickets $25 Rev. Heat (aka Jim Heath of Dallas, TX) is the godfather of modern rockabilly and a living legend. Amigo’s (806 Dufferin Ave.; Amigoscantina.com)
May31
Saskatchewan Marathon Marathon start time 7:30am; marathon entry fee $100 (before May 1) Take part in the full race, half-marathon, 10k or 5k runs along the Meewasin Trail & downtown. To register and learn more, check out Saskmarathon.ca. Diefenbaker Park (p. 40, map 1, J5)
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The grand finale for Freeflow Thursdays organized by On Purpose Leadership brought together designers, musicians, architects, photographers and entrepreneurs in a jampacked Steps Lounge in the Hilton Garden Inn (90 22nd St. East) on Thursday, Mar. 12, 2015. It was a fitting farewell to the networking series, with Steps staff serving up sauteed beef sliders, risotto balls and chicken skewers, the city’s top two DJs playing top music and hosts from Masala Model & Talent welcoming guests to this top spot.
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At the bar, LB Distillers doled out samplers of worldclass Lucky Bastard vodka to get the party going. The Bust a Move for Breast Health had a presentation table at the event to promote their cause, as was The Princess Shop, with spokesperson Karen Robson promoting the 8th annual Glass Slipper Benefit for Princesses (TCU Place; 7:30pm, Apr. 15; Theprincessshop.ca). The Don Narcisse Kids Football All Star Camp was also there! From Mandy Pravda and everyone involved in Freeflow Thursdays, including us here at flow magazine, we want to thank you for making these events such a big success and for helping promote Saskatoon as a place to network, socialize and relax among good friends in great venues! Organizer: Mandy Pravda (On Purpose Leadership) flow magazine publisher/owner: Paul Miazga Photographer: Mark Tiu Music: The Gaff, Charly Hustle Hosts: Joselyne Britton, Jasmyn Pingue, Raelle Housek (Masala Model & Talent) Prizes: Hilton Garden Inn, Arbonne, O’Brians Event Centre
Brennan Turner (FarmLead.com) joins Eva Vas (Opinion Atelier) and Melissa Weir (Melissa Weir Photo) at the event.
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1. Mandy Pravda (On Purpose Leadership), Phil Mainville (DJ CTRL), Arlan Archer (Outlaws), Irene Elliott (professional pianist) and Bryn Becker (Condition One). 2. Hudson Byblow (Photobooth Central) and Jolene Watson (Clarity Coaching & Development). 3. Kathryn Kuchapski (University of Lethbridge; far left), Dayna L’Ecuyet (Saskatchewan Blue Cross; second from left), Karen Robson (The Princess Shop; third from left), Mandi Brown (VendAsta Technologies; second from right), Amanda Smendziuk (Co-op Pharmacy; far right) and friend. 4. Olga Bondarenko (Allnorth Consultants), Oscar Ryan (Acuren) and Lisa Karkut (Heney Klypak Architects). 5. Matthew Persram (U of S) and Diane Herron (Lush Boudoir Photography). 6. Mandy Pravda and Deandra Bailey (LB Distillers) with a lucky prize winner. 7. Diane Weber (Diane Weber Interiors) and a distinguished-looking Jeff Culbert (Lululemon).
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And the winner of flow’s #InspiringWomenYXE contest is... Jacki Zoerb of Warman, SK!
We received dozens of submissions for our #InspiringWomenYXE contest in the Feb/Mar edition of flow, and people from all walks of life came forward to nominate their moms, co-workers, sisters and best friends as deserving by Conscious Studios) at The Holiday Inn. The of(Photo a weekend getaway package thoughtful letter written by Ashley Maitland on behalf of her friend Jacki perfectly exemplifies the spirit of the contest. Congratulations to Jacki, to runner-up Pil-Sook Bang, and to everyone else who took part and helped pay it forward in some small way! Thank you to our generous sponsors, especially the Holiday Inn Saskatoon. Paul Miazga flow magazine publisher and owner
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fashion+beauty Choosing The Right
Photographer Finding a style you like, asking the right questions & reading the fine print make a tough choice that much easier Text by Jennilee Cardinal Schultz Main photo by Diane Herron (Lush Studios); other photos as noted
Photos have always been important to me. It was probably my mother who instilled this in me. She always has her camera in hand, capturing every moment of my family’s life. Anyone who has ever played sports with me, been to a celebration at our home or even met my family on the street can attest to this, as they have been coaxed into the frame for “just one photo” which quickly turned into a dozen (and this began long before digital cameras). In addition to being behind the camera, my mother always invested in professional portraits—newborn photos, family photos, graduation photos and “just because” photos. I have albums upon albums of them all and it’s something that I’ve continued for myself throughout adulthood. Photos are wonderful to have. You will never again be the you that you are today, so make sure to take time to capture photos of yourself throughout your life so that you can have those photos to cherish and share later on. From working both behind-the-scenes as a make-up artist and booking shoots for myself, I know that hiring a professional photographer can be daunting, so I put together a list of tips to guide you through booking a photo session. Know your budget: Photo sessions can range from $100 to thousands of dollars. A good place to start when booking a photographer is to know how much you want to invest in your photos. Most photographers offer a variety packages, so choose one that works for you. Some photographers include a number of edited digital files in their session fee while others charge for prints and digital files in addition to the sitting. It is important to read the details carefully to understand what you will receive for your investment. Find a photographer with a style you love: much like artists, all photographers have a different style. One might specialize in studio portraits whereas another may offer stylized theme shoots. Look through each photographer’s portfolio or website and contact someone who’s work you love. Book your photo session well ahead of time. This is especially if you want the photo session to coincide with a special event like your family reunion. Photographers can book up to a year or more in advance, particularly during summer and autumn weekends. To avoid disappointment, be sure to contact the photographer well in advance of the event to see about availability. Ask about turnaround time. Before booking, find out how long it will take for the prints or digital files to be processed. Photographers put a lot of post-shoot editing work into their clients’ photos so the wait can be lengthy (up to a couple months in some cases). If you were hoping to have the photos of your newborn the week after they were taken to include in a birth announcement, ask your photographer before booking the shoot if they can accommodate this request.
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sustainability Text by Sarah Stefanson Photos as noted
Going Green in yxe (Metronews.ca)
Four key areas of the local economy: building, energy, food & transportation; innovators in each whose vision and passion for sustainability touches all of our lives
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The greening of Saskatoon is a many layered and involved process. Most of us try to do our part by recycling and reusing whenever we can, but many are probably unaware of some great environmental initiatives developing in familiar industries that support our growing city. They build our homes and offices. They re-think how we generate and use energy. They produce some of the food we eat. They are revolutionizing how we get around. They represent the future.
BUILDING
Sun Ridge Residential Inc. has been helping people create greener homes for more than 30 years. Working with customers building new homes or retrofitting exist-
ing ones, they use their extensive knowledge of housing science and technology to offer energy efficient, environmentally friendly buildings that save homeowners money over the long-term. An engineer by trade, Sun Ridge Residential President Keith Hanson and his company have enabled Saskatchewan homeowners to receive over $27,500,000 in grants while reducing greenhouse gas emissions annually by more than 68,000 tonnes through the Saskatchewan EnerGuide for Houses program over 2007-2013. The company has also continued to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by three tonnes every year since then. Sunridgegroup.ca Innovation Place near the University of Saskatchewan has long
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been a leader when it comes to building design, focussing on its overall life cycle to minimize environmental impact during construction and reduce resource use during operation. According to the research park’s website, all 14 multi-tenant buildings on its Saskatoon and Regina campuses have achieved BOMA BESt certification for excellence in energy and environmental performance. Innovation Place also boasts buildings that are LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) certified—the benchmark for environmental sustainability in North America. LEED buildings such as 121 Research Drive and the City of Saskatoon’s Fire Hall #8 (207 Slimmon Road) save thousands of dollars annually on utility bills alone. Gord Joorisity, Executive Director of Project Management for Innovation Place, says that at the root of sustainability is a long-term outlook. continues on p. 24
Clockwise from left: a Saskatoon Car Share Co-operative car in the Broadway district; a wind turbine in southwestern Saskatchewan; assorted organic juices from local producer Thrive Juice Co.; an LEED-certified office building at 121 Innovation Place.
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Carbon Neutral at the Inn The hotel industry has long been asking guests to re-use towels and change linens only as necessary as part of their sustainability efforts, but one local business has done much more. The Confederation Inn has implemented various initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint: solar panels have been installed to heat water and produce electricity; all windows are triplepaned and all light bulbs CFL or LED; thermostats are programmable; low-flush toilets and low-flow shower heads have been installed; the hotel operates a comprehensive recycling program; and lots more. For their efforts, the Confederation Inn was acknowledged with the 2012 SABEX Environmental Sustainability Award. Confederationinn.ca
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sustainability ENERGY
(Courtesy photo) Engineer and “Futureproof” sustainbility building expert Shane Wolffe uses an infrared camera to demonstrate heat retention/loss. “(You have to) consider minimizing operating costs, not simply the initial capital costs,” he says. Innovationplace.com “Future proofing” is a concept dreamed up by consultant and entrepreneur Shane Wolffe as a way to explain different areas of green building to the average person. “Basically, future proofing is either fixing a building or doing (something) that reduces energy usage, saves water or helps the environment in some way,” says Wolffe, who acts as an intermediary between the owner of a building and the contractor building it. Educating Saskatchewan residents is a priority for Wolffe. Most local buildings are based on minimum insulation values that are “nowhere near what they should be for our climate,” he says. “My goal right now is to help the companies that are doing innovative things to market themselves.” Futureproofmybuilding.com
Late in 2014, the Saskatchewan Environmental Society (SES) was announced as the winner of Affinity Credit Union’s Business for Good Social Venture Challenge and awarded $50,000 to go with the $59,000 the SES raised through crowd-funding to create the province’s first solar power co-operative. The initial plan is to install and operate a solar farm with 400 solar photovoltaic panels in the Saskatoon area, which will help co-op members cut their greenhouse gas emissions by at least 90 tonnes and generate 134,000 kilowatt hours of electricity every year. Plans are ongoing and updates will be announced on the SES website. Saskenvironmentalsociety.ca Saskatchewan Community Wind is an organization devoted to making the province’s residents aware of the benefits of harnessing one of our ample natural resources. By advising communities, farmers and municipalities on how to maximize the energy benefits of wind power,
(Paul Miazga) Saskatchewan Environmental Society Executive Director Allyson Brady ing and burning landfill gas, while the heat this creates powers turbines that generate still more electricity using a turboexpander at the natural gas regulating station near the landfill. Solar energy heats the pools at Harry Bailey and Lawson Heights
Saskatchewan’s first solar power co-operative has plans to install and operate a solar farm with 400 solar photovoltaic panels in the Saskatoon area, likely starting in 2015. and encouraging and facilitating the existence of community-owned wind farms, SCW hopes to see 20 percent of Saskatchewan’s electricity generated by wind by the year 2030. Saskwind.ca The City of Saskatoon generates some of its own electricity by collect-
leisure centres and combined heat and power generators have been installed at the Shaw and Lakewood leisure centres. The City is also currently assessing the possibility of developing a large-scale solar field as part of Saskatoon’s Green Energy Park at the landfill. Saskatoon.ca
FOOD
Since 1975, the Saskatoon Farmers’ Market has enabled Saskatonians to purchase produce, baking and crafts directly from local farmers and artisans. Facilitating a direct link between producer and consumer reduces the need for packaging and transportation, plus it keeps money in the community. The SFM is more than just a convenient spot for commerce, though: it’s also a place where people share ideas, collaborate on projects and come together to bring sustainability to the city’s food industry. Saskatoonfarmersmarket.com Chef Michael McKeown started out as a vendor at the Saskatoon Farmers’ Market five years ago and now shops there for the ingredients in the dishes he serves at Prairie Harvest Café, the restaurant he co-owns continues on p. 26
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You can check out some of the people and companies featured in this article and many more at the Saskatchewan Living Green Expo taking place May 1–2, 2015, at Prairieland Park, presented by the Saskatchewan Environmental Society (SES) and various local sponsors. “In Saskatchewan, … the majority of people know that we cannot have infinite growth; we need sustainable growth. That’s why we have launched the Expo. We think people want to use eco-friendly products and services in their lives.” – Allyson Brady, SES Executive Director
sustainability Thinking globally, eating locally Various restaurants and hotels in the city support the Saskatoon Farmers’ Market and its vendors, including: • • • • • • • • • • • •
(Paul Miazga) with Aaron Wignes. Using locally sourced ingredients is important to them, and they adapt their menu depending on which items are available seasonally. “During the summer I probably spend around $1,000 a week in the market,” McEown says. His biggest suppliers include market mainstays Grandora Gardens, Floating Gardens and Wally’s Market Garden. Using fruits, vegetables, legumes and proteins from such local providers allows them to serve the freshest ingredients and has recently earned them high praise from the Foodnetwork program, “You Gotta Eat Here!” Prairieharvestcafe.com Maile Crowe and business partner Danica Slattery of Thrive Juice Co. are offering a unique food experience to the residents of Saskatoon in a sustainable way. All of their fresh, coldpressed juice blends are organic and some include locally sourced greens. Since all the waste Thrive produces is fruit and vegetable matter, it can be diverted from the landfill by working with local hog and chicken farmers who feed the nutritious pulp to their animals. “The whole idea of minimizing waste and reducing our impact on the environment just fits in with our whole business and life philosophy,” says Slattery. Thrivejuiceco.com Based out of Station 20 West, CHEP Good Food Inc. and Good Food Junction are working hard to get healthy, good quality local food onto the plates of Saskatoon residents, especially those in the core neighbourhoods—some of the poorest areas of Saskatoon. Both organizations strive to increase accessibility to healthy food, education and resources to underprivileged people in a community-based and sustainable way. Chep.org, Goodfoodjunction.com
Capanna Pizzeria Dakota Dunes Casino Grazing Goat Holiday Inn Saskatoon The Hollows Leyda’s Café Nosh Eatery & Tap Prairie Harvest Café Radisson Hotel Truffles Bistro U of S Food Services The Willows
Above: Prairie Harvest Café chef/ co-owner Mike McEown at the Saskatoon Farmers’ Market; at right: Sun Country Highway founder Kent Rathwell at Peavey Mart Saskatoon.
TRANSPORTATION
We all know that mass transit and people-powered methods of transportation (walking, biking, etc.) lessen our environmental footprint, but even the most diligent green traveller has need of a car every once in a while, especially in the dead of winter. The Saskatoon Car Share Co-operative offers an option for city residents who want to avoid the cost, hassle and environmental impact associated with full-time car ownership. Members can access shared vehicles 24 hours a day. The cars are conveniently located next to transit stops and co-op members are billed monthly based on usage. How is car sharing good for the environment? Fewer vehicles need to be manufactured, fuelled and maintained; traffic congestion, noise and stress on public infrastructure is reduced; public and active modes of transportation are supported and encouraged; and well-
(Mark Tiu) maintained vehicles like the ones offered by SCSC produce less pollution. Saskatooncarshare.com Saskatoon-based and Canadianowned Sun Country Highway has quickly become a leader in the industry for electric vehicle chargers across North America. Founder and company president Kent Rathwell initially
acquired oilseed producer Sun Country Farms of Langham—the province’s first green-powered agribusiness. The company’s oilseed crushing plant runs entirely off farm waste and they turn milk jugs into birdfeeders. Soon they branched out into developing better electric vehicle chargers that are now the industry gold standard. “The seed-crushing plant burns farm waste and therefore offsets the emissions of hundreds of farm vehicles across the province,” says Rathwell, “and of the hundreds of charging stations we’ve installed.” Rathwell and the company continue to raise awareness and promote the adoption of zero-emission transportation through actions such as organizing and sponsoring the 2014 “E-mazing Race.” In this five-week adventure last fall, hundreds of electric car owners drove across Canada visiting as many charging stations as possible to demonstrate the development and spread of electric car charging infrastructure. Suncountryhighway.ca The City of Saskatoon is looking to make its own vehicle fleet more energy efficient by using GPS-enabled route-planning and alternative fuels. Plans for community transportation potentially include a new Transportation Performance Target to encourage citizens to choose transit, cycling or walking over use of a private automobile and a longterm plan for transit involves the introduction of bus rapid transit (BRT), which the City hopes will increase transit trips from 4 percent of all current modes of transport to 8 percent by 2023. The City is also investing in cycling infrastructure, including new demonstration bike lanes downtown along 23rd Street East and 4th Avenue. Saskatoon.ca
10 simple steps to help create a more sustainable environment:
Other ways you can contribute to the greening of Saskatoon:
1. Support local businesses so that money spent here stays here 2. Eat more foods in season and grown/made locally as possible 3. Plant a garden/grow your own food 4. Ditch the lawn: xeriscape instead 5. Hang your clothes to dry 6. Invest in ethical mutual funds 7. Don’t just put re-usable grocery bags in the car: use them 8. Walk or cycle on short trips instead of taking the car 9. Consider a car share membership instead of buying a second car 10. Drive the speed limit
Check out the SES website and its “Stuff I Can Do page” (made possible by a grant from Affinity Credit Union). Environmentalsociety.ca/tips The City of Saskatoon recently created a new page on their website to help residents green their backyards. Learn about being water wise, home composting, going pesticide free and more. Saskatoon.ca/healthyyards Other useful sites on sustainability and environmental protection: Econet.ca, Ecofriendlysask.ca
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May01–03 Jane’s Walk
7pm; registration is free Named for famed community activist Jane Jacobs, a series of free neighbourhood walking tours organized in her honour helps put people in touch with their environment and with each other. The “feature” Friday night walk is entitled “Home Sweet Home?”: A member of Saskatoon Fire & Protective Services, a former city police officer and community advocates guide walkers through one of the city’s core neighborhood on a journey & discussion on housing dilapidation and rejuvenation. Other walks will focus on downtown history, “Psycho-geography” & wayfinding, infill housing requirements; 12 in all. For more information, see Janeswalk.org or visit Facebook.com/JanesWalk Saskatoon. Location of route/walk details TBA
flow can be found at these places and other fine businesses, including: SASKATOON INT’L. AIRPORT (YXE)
CAFÉS, LOUNGES & RESTAURANTS Downtown 2nd Avenue Grill 6Twelve Lounge Afghan Kabob & Donair Bell ‘n’ Whistle Bon Temps Café Café Noir The Capitol Music Club Congress Beer House Ding Dong Golden Pagoda Good Earth Coffee Co. Grandma Lee’s* Honey Bun Café The Local Coffee Bar Mediterranno Mystic Java O’Shea’s Irish Pub Otowa Flint/Poached Bistro The Rook & Raven Royal Thai Saskatoon Asian Saskatoon Station Place Spadina Freehouse Spicy Bite Stacked Burger Bar St. Tropez Bistro
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Taverna Truffles Bistro Winston’s English Pub The Woods Ale House Broadway Amigo’s Cantina Bliss Fine Food Broadway Café Broadway Roastery Christie’s El Secondo d’Lish by Tish Café Keo’s Las Palapas Resort Grill Museo Coffee Nino’s Restaurant Nosh Eatery & Tap Sushiro Szechuan Kitchen The Yard & Flagon Riversdale Asian Hut Collective Coffee EE Burritos Genesis The Hollows Leyda’s Café Lien Thanh Little Bird Patisserie Mandarin Restaurant
FRANCES MORRISON LIBRARY
Mardi Gras Grill Park Café Seoul Taste Legend Two Gun Quiche House The Underground Café 8th Street Black Pepper Broadway Roastery on 8th Earth Bound Bakery & Deli Gibson’s Fish and Chips The Griffin Takeaway Montana’s Saboroso Yip Hong’s Dim Sum Other Booster Juice* Cesar’s Cakes & Café City Perks Earl’s/Bacchus Lounge Il Salici (The Willows) Konga Café Manhattan Gastropub Mr. Sub* Prairie Harvest Café Rock Creek Tap & Grill Starbucks* Subway* Tastebuds Wok Box
SASKATOON FARMERS’ MARKET
CLOTHIERS Better Off Duds Brainsport Broadway Shoe Repair Durand’s Fine Footwear Era Style Loft Escape Sports Foster’s Shoes Frakas Hats & That Jules & Lace La Vie Lente Boutique Laundry Luna+Hill Manhattan Casuals Mint Fashion Co. Momentum locations Outter Limits The Sandbox in the City Swank Shoe Lounge Tonic locations Tryst Boutique Two Fifty Two Boutique
CULTURAL VENUES aka gallery Art Placement Gallery Broadway Theatre Darrell Bell Gallery La Troupe du Jour Meewasin Valley Centre
THE TWO TWENTY CO-WORKING SPACE
Persephone Theatre The Roxy Theatre TCU Place box office Tourism Saskatoon Ukrainian Museum of Canada Western Development Museum
HOTELS & INNS
Best Western locations Delta Bessborough Hotel Four Points Sheraton Heritage Inn The Hilton Garden Inn Holiday Inn locations The Hotel Senator The James Hotel OBASA Executive Suites The Park Town Hotel The Radisson Hotel The Ramada Hotel Riviera Motor Inn The Sandman Hotel The Saskatoon Inn The Sheraton Cavalier Super 8 Motel locations The Travelodge
SPAS, SALONS & GYMS Alchemy Salon Blondo’s Chrome Salon Spa Damara Day Spa
Edgewater Spa Ethos SalonSpa Fresca Bella Lavish Hair Boutique The Makeup Studio Paramount Day Spa Riverstone Massage Therapy Soul Salon Sunsera Salon locations Visions Salon & Spa Goodlife Fitness Motion Fitness locations YMCA, YWCA
SPECIALTY RETAILERS Area Home + Lifestyle Co-op Liquor Dad’s Organic Market Eastern Market Garden Architecture & Design Handmade House Indigo Books Ingredients Artisan Market LB Distillers Lifestyles by Darrell Bell Gallery McQuarries Tea & Coffee McNally Robinson Paddock Wood Brewery Prairie Sun Brewery Ten Thousand Villages *-select locations
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Tee Time! Text by Paul Miazga Photos as noted
From the first tee box to the last, swing with confidence using tips from local course professionals Plus: where to go for “sniper� practice & great twilight deals
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The Professionals’ Insider Tips Some holes in Saskatoon can bedevil even the surest golfer: heed local PGA of Canada pros and shave strokes off your game
McLaren Taylor
Dakota Dunes Golf Links Par 5, 18th hole
Brennan Gee
This hole has a dogleg left, and will be a three-shot par-5 for most players. The series of bunkers through the fairway provide good aiming points off the tee. Average hitters can aim at the middle of these bunkers, while the longer hitters can target the last one, or slightly left to find the middle of the fairway. Turning the tee shot a little right to left can be a big advantage. The second shot will be blind regardless of how far you drive the ball. Lay-ups should finish at the top of the hill for a full short-iron approach. Any closer can leave you a more difficult shot from severe slopes in front of the green. Check the pin placement when hitting any shot onto the green at #18. The smaller front has a lot of slope, so you want to leave the ball below the hole if you can. When the pin is back, be sure to use enough club to get it back there to avoid a difficult chip shot or long putt.
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The Willows Golf & Country Club Par 3, 8th hole (pictured) Playing our signature hole, the #8 Island Green, takes proper club selection, a little knowledge of the rules and courage to pull the trigger. The Island hole can play as short as 85 yards from tee to green, back to over 165 yards. To hit your tee shot, you can go from short, sand or pitching wedges, to 4 and 5 irons and even hybrid clubs depending on your abilities and the wind. Don’t forget about the wind! Your goal first and foremost is to safely land your tee shot on the green, giving yourself a chance to make a satisfying par, or better yet a birdie 2. If you miss hit your tee shot ever so slightly, your ball is bound for a watery grave, so think about the best place to “miss” your tee shot to give yourself the best opportunity for a clean
Memberships & Public Golf
(Thewillows.com) escape. If your ball lands short, you are permitted to re-load from the tee (ref. Rule 26-1), just one of the available options. Your best bet if you do miss hit your tee ball is for the ball to cross over land; anywhere over the island will do: if your ball gets wet, you have the option to drop your ball on the island under penalty and hit your third from a safe place (again, this is just one option). Swing confidently for the center of the green and know that par on the island hole is a great score. more tips on p. 31
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Friday Twilight Deals & Other Sweet Spots A seasoned duffer enthuses about civic courses, Fridays in Rosthern & hooked on Evergreen Interview by Paul Miazga All photos this page courtesy of Tourism Saskatchewan (except as noted)
Saskatoon and area is blessed with a variety of golf courses that Dario Piotto of Saskatoon knows well. He’s been playing golf in the city since he was 10, starting at prestigious Riverside Country Club where his dad Giorgio was a longtime member. “I practically grew up at Riverside,” Piotto says, “and if you’re lucky enough to play such a beautiful course, you hesitate to go anywhere else.” Piotto, who has a 14/15 handicap, plays one rounds (18 holes) per week and hits the driving range or putting green to keep his scores down he says, and he speaks with energy and enthusiasm about everything golf: city and regional golf courses; the GolfLogix app on his iPhone (which details the dozens of courses he’s played); why par-3s are a great short game tune-up; and how much the game means to him owing to his dad’s influence. On local courses: “People have to realize that it takes a lot to maintain city courses: we have short seasons, a high volume of traffic and Saskatchewan weather. Look at where we are. Saskatoon has great courses that are well-maintained. No, they’re not cheap, but they’re great for where we are.”
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Saskatoon & Area Golf Courses
Name
Website
Telephone
Holes
Yardage
Par
Pro shop
Power carts
Dining
Twilight times
1. Dakota Dunes Golf Links
Dakotadunes.ca
1-877-414-4653
18
7,301
72
Y
Y
Y
3pm, 6pm
2. Greenbryre Golf & CC
Greenbryre.com
306-374-4774
12
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
Y
TBD
3. Holiday Park Golf Course
Saskatoon.ca/go/golf
306-975-3325
27
6,431
72
Y
Y
Y
Times vary
4. The Legends Golf Club
Golfthelegends.com
306-931-8814
18
7,273
72
Y
Y
Y
4.5 hrs before sunset
5. Moon Lake Golf & CC
Moonlakegolf.com
306-382-5500
27
6,885
72
Y
Y
Y
3:30pm, 5:30pm
6. Riverside Golf & CC*
Riversidecc.ca
306-373-1292
18
7,057
72
Y
Y
Y
No
7. Saskatoon Golf & CC*
Saskatoongcc.com
306-931-0022
18
6,918
72
Y
Y
Y
No
8. Silverwood Golf Course**
Saskatoon.ca/go/golf
306-975-3314
18
2,586
54
Y
N
Y
Times vary
9. Wildwood Golf Course
Saskatoon.ca/go/golf
306-975-3320
18
5,678
69
Y
N
Y
Times vary
Willowsgolf.com
306-956-1100
36
6,975
72
Y
Y
Y
Times vary
10. The Willows Golf & CC
*Private course; **par 3. To find the neartest course to you, see map 1 on p. 32 for locations.
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From far left: Silverwood Golf Course; Holiday Park Golf Course; Moon Lake GCC; Wildwood Golf Course; The Legends Golf Club. On sweet twilight deals: “We lived in the north end, and when I was at university I often hopped in the car on a Friday after lunch and would play 18 holes [at Rosthern Golf Course in Valley Regional Park; 40 min. north on Hwy 11] for $19 back when it was a nine-hole course. When they expanded to 18 a few years ago, they mixed the existing nine with the new nine, so it plays totally different now, which is good. “Last summer they had twilight rates starting at 1pm, so a round of golf for under $40. I ran into so many clients of mine out there all summer long: lots of shift workers, people with flexible schedules.” On par-3s: “Don’t underestimate a par-3. Silverwood is
News about local courses for 2015: • The long-awaited clubhouse at Dakota Dunes Golf Links is set to open this summer (Jul/Aug) • The Legends GC has added GPS to their new power cart fleet; Legends Open (July 11-12) • The Synergy 8 Drive for Kids Campaign will feature former world #1 Nick Price Aug. 2425 at The Willows GCC • Riverside CC will host the 2015 Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship July 27-31
Tips, from p. 29
a great little par-3; I played it every day for two weeks straight in university just to tighten up my short game. I was getting so good that if I got within 160 yards of the cup, using my was 7-iron was like shooting a sniper rifle.” On Greenbryre: “Nine holes is a gyp, so I’m excited to check out (the 12-hole course) at Greenbryre. At Riverside, #12 brings you right back to the clubhouse, so it’s a nice touch. Nine holes isn’t a round of golf; it’s a children’s menu.” On undiscovered gems: “They have a ridiculously good course in Nipawin called Evergreen. I’m hooked. Hands down one of the most beautiful courses in Lakeland. It’s across the street from the Northern Greens Resort, so you get up, cross the street and tee off.” On his love of golf: “When I golf it’s for the love of the game and the people I share it with. The greatest game I will ever play won’t be in Scotland, or in my dad’s footsteps at PGA West where he scored one under par. It will be the first game I play with each of my sons like my dad did with me at Riverside as long back as I can remember, passing it down to the next generation.”
Craig Prentice The Legends GC Par 5, 18th hole
Considered by many to be the signature hole of The Legends, this par 5 will typically play down wind, thus giving many a chance for a birdie or better. Water lines the entire left side of the hole and fairway bunkers add to the challenge of the tee shot. With plenty of room right, players will need to choose the right club for the next shot. Use your driver and lay up to the narrow 100-yard marker, leaving yourself in great position for a birdie. Reaching the green in two shots will require plenty of length and accuracy as a large fairway bunker 50 yards short of the green and a green side bunker will collect any mishit attempts. Players have to be aware of where the flag is: this green can turn an easy 2 putt into a 3-putt nightmare.
Jack — lf I’ve played in Best round of go ld’ve seen it! years! You shou Arnold 415 Clubhouse Boulevard 306.931.8814 . Warman, SK www.GolfTheLegends.com
Legendary golf & dining!
Reservations: 306.931.2497 info@golfthelegends.com
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food+drink Food Cravings: Flat, round & tasty
Crepes, Dosas, Pancakes, etc. We think of crepes (a type of very thin pancake) as originating from French cuisine, but many cultures have similar offerings and I was happy to find a wide variety in Saskatoon
Text and photos by Lynette Suchar Drift Sidewalk Café Newly opened Drift Sidewalk Café (339 Ave. A) is French crepe heaven. After staring at the menu for a good five minutes, I finally chose the Squamish crepe (above), filled with smoked salmon, a dill cream cheese and a good helping of salty caper relish. Perfection! I also tested the Chikita, and after only one bite of pineapple, banana and coconut whip, I was instantly transported back to Maui! All crepes here can be made gluten-free, and they have a large menu for you to get through, so that’s probably where you’ll find me over the next few months. Samosa King I don’t often eat at mall food courts but I made an exception for Samosa King (3310 8th St. East), tucked inside the Circle Centre Mall on the city’s east side, and I’m glad I did. I was told I had to try their dosas, which closely resemble the traditional French crepe but with a slightly crispier texture and made with rice and lentil batter, not buckwheat flour. My order, the Veggie Masala dosa (top right), was filled with potato, peas and spices. The dosas come paired with both a coconut and tomato chutney, plus sambar, a lentil-based soup used for dipping and sipping. Warning: go when hungry so you can also grab a few samosas to go. La Bamba La Bamba (1025 Boychuk Dr.) is an institution in Saskatoon. It really is the go-to spot for traditional Mexican food. They have classic margaritas, rice and refried beans, to-die-for guacamole (which I’m addicted to) and then you have the Mexican take of the crepe. Not as thin as French pancakes, corn flour tortillas are made from a thicker batter with a consistency more like dough, then pressed and cooked. But like crepes, tortillas can be stuffed with whatever your heart desires. My favourite? Enchiladas verdes (middle right): tortillas filled with meat or beans, rice and cheese, then rolled up, covered in a spicy tomatillo and cilantro green sauce and sprinkled with soft queso fresco, (“fresh cheese”) before being baked. It’s a dish that has made many diners learn to say, “Uno más! Uno más!” (“One more! One more!”)
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Jin Jin Cuisine Dumpling I’ve heard whisperings of Jin Jin Cuisine Dumpling (416 20th St. West) over the last few years as having the best dumplings ever, so I finally stepped into this mysterious gem in Riversdale. Though the big serving of dumplings at the next table looked like a bowl of comfort food on a cold March day, I found what I came for: their fried scallion pancake (bottom right). It’s so simple and delicious, both perfectly crisped and yet soft! The flavour is similar to a German potato pancake but uniquely Chinese with a splash of soy sauce and scallions. The next favourite part of the meal was when the owner, who doesn’t speak English, circled some items for me and brought more food. I promised her that next time I’ll try the dumplings. Lynette Suchar is a freelance writer, photographer and yoga teacher who also works for the Saskatchewan Environmental Society as their communications coordinator. An inveterate foodie and traveller you may see her hanging out at the Saskatoon Farmers’ Market on weekends when it’s cold but sunny out. @mycreativefling
Key: $ - meals under $15; $$ - $15–30; $$$ - over $30
Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas
CAFÉS & DINERS Broadway Café 814 Broadway Ave.. It’s where to go
on Broadway for thick stacks of pancakes and even thicker milk shakes. Open Mon–Wed 9am–8pm, Thu– Sat 9am–9pm; Sun 8am–8pm. $
Treating your mom one day a year should be easy (and it is—trust us)
Citizen Cafe & Bakery 18 23rd St. East; Citizencafeandbakery.ca. Creatively named sandwiches, soups and hot bevvies. Open Mon–Fri 7am–5pm, Sat 10am–4pm. $$
Text by Paul Miazga
City Perks Two locations: 801 7th Ave. North, 627 Brand
Court; Cityperks.ca. Tastefully lit, great coffee and a weekend brunch. Open Mon–Fri 7am–10pm, Sat 8am–6pm, Sun 9am–5pm. $
Collective Coffee 220B 20th St. West; Collectivecoffee. com. Inside The Two Twenty co-work space, it’s the place to see and be seen in Riversdale. Open Mon–Thu 8am–6pm, Fri–Sat 8am–10pm, Sun 10am–6pm. $ d’Lish by Tish Café 702A 14th St. East; on Facebook. A sublime hideaway in the Broadway district with its cozy nooks and deliciously fresh fod. Open daily 8am–10pm. $ Honey Bun Café 167A 2nd Ave. South;
Honeybun.ca. Just one year old and already one of the downtown’s best lunch spots. Open Mon–Fri 7am–4pm, Sat 9am–4pm. $
Little Bird Patisserie & Café 258 Ave. B South;
Thelittlebird.ca. Some say they hve the best desserts in the city. Open Tue–Sun 10am–5pm. $$
Museo Coffee Two locations: 950 Spadina Cres.
East (in the Mendel Art Gallery), 730A Broadway Ave.; museocoffee.com. European feel, plus great sammies and baked goods. Open daily 8am–6pm. $
Park Café 512 20th St. West; Parkcafe.ca. This fan favourite in Riversdale is as classic a diner experience as it gets. Open daily 8am–4pm. $ Poached Breakfast Bistro 259 2nd Ave. South; on Facebook. Stuffed French toast, maple pecan bacon and other breakfast options. Open daily 8am–2pm. $$ Underground Café 430 20th St. West; Underground cafe430.ca. Tasty panini, lots of space to chill and live music. Open Mon–Sat 8am–6pm, Sun 10am–6pm. $
For many, Mother’s Day is synonymous with a Sunday drive. It’s about giving her flowers, getting her out of the house, opening doors for her and wearing something nice for a change. Mother’s Day should have meaning, so the choice of venue has to resonate with her. The city has a range of places worthy of your mom (or the mother of your children). Just remember to book your Mother’s Day plans well ahead of time: this is one day when everyone in the city goes out to eat. For those looking to go for a traditional brunch, the downtown immediately comes to mind. There are restaurants with a river view and then there are the places that true foodies go: Flanagan’s Steak House in the Hotel Senator on 21st Street East, Truffles Bistro just across the street, and Poached Bistro just around the corner on 2nd Avenue South. (Note that of these, only Flanagan’s (formerly known as Rembrandt’s) and Truffles accept reservations.) A stone’s throw from the downtown in opposite directions, the neighbourhoods of City Park and Riversdale both feature little spots that have captivated moms for as long as they’ve been open: City Perks with its ample natural light, amazing coffee and old city charm, and nationally recognized Little Bird Patisserie & Café, which will present its 2nd-annual Mother’s Day High Tea service
(two sittings: 11am, 1pm; ticket prices TBA): silver platters filled with finger sandwiches and dainties, plus lovely and aromatic teas. Spots are limited and by reservation only. Does she want a classic diner experience? There’s Broadway Café for hipster moms, quaint
Just remember to book your Mother’s Day brunch plans well ahead of time: this is one day in the city when everyone goes out to eat. little Kelly’s Kafé on Jasper Avenue for a decidedly blue-collar feel and Park Café if mom likes her Eggs Benedict with smoked salmon and ooey-gooey good Hollandaise. If mom is up for a true Sunday drive, head south of city limits to The Willows, which serves up one of the most incredibly decadent buffet brunches anywhere, or cruise down Hwy 219 and spend the afternoon at Dakota Dunes Casino: Executive Chef Rusty Penno can come up with a custom creation to please any old gal, and when the meal’s finished you can play the slots and pledge any winnings towards next year’s outing.
Tuesday - Friday Lunch 11:30am - 2:00pm Dinner 5:00pm - 10:00pm
DJs & local art Craft beers Private rentals Soul food
@thegrazinggoatgoodeats 210 20 th St W Saskatoon GrazingGoatGoodEats.com Please call 306-952-1136 for reservations.
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A Toast to Mums Everywhere! Not every country celebrates Mother’s Day on the second Sunday in May…only the best ones
Seeing as we in Canada are one of the second Sunday gang, it made sense to look for tipples from those countries that do the same—and thus present an international option for your Mother’s Day gift. Especially if, like me, you feel the need to get the old gal a little tipsy! Brazil: Caipirinha (pictured) is Brazil’s national cocktail, made with cachaça (a rum made from sugar cane juice instead of molasses), sugar and fruit, most commonly lime. Half a lime cut into 4 wedges 2 tsp brown sugar 1 2/3 oz 61 Premium cachaça (Co-op Liquor, $45; Saskatooncoop.ca) Place the lime and sugar into an Old Fashioned glass and muddle (mash the two ingredients together using a muddler or a wooden spoon). Fill the glass with crushed ice and add the cachaça. Beleza! Peru: A Pisco Sour is a cocktail typical of South America. The drink’s name comes from pisco, a Peruvian grape (TK brandy which TK TK TK ) is its base liquor, and the cocktail term “sour” is in reference to sour citrus juice and sweeteners. It can also be used to drop a subtle hint to Mum that she should cheer up a little. 1 oz lemon juice 1 egg white 1 1/2 oz Pisco (SLGA stores, $26.15; Slga.sk.ca) 2/3 oz simple syrup Shake the ingredients together and strain into a chilled tumbler. Dash some Angostura bitters on top. Barbados: Nothing like a rum punch to get Mum going! It is a gentle, refreshing drink. 2 oz white or dark rum (local option: Knock on Wood rum, $47.77, LB
EUROPEAN Aroma 405 20th St. East (in the Radisson Hotel).
Wood oven-fired pizzas, steaks and Mediterraneaninspired dishes, with vegan and gluten-free options. Open daily 6:30am–2pm, 4:30–10pm. $$
Duck Duck Goose Tapas Bar 616 10th St. East;
duckduckgoosetapas.com. Spanish tapas is a cozy joint that also serves up original cocktails. Open Mon–Fri 4pm–midnight, Sat 11am–midnight. $$
German Cultural Club 160 Cartwright St. (Lorne
Ave. South); Saskatoongermanculturalcentre.ca. Schnitzel, sausages, struedel and German beers. Open Tue–Sat 11am–9pm; Sun 11am–2pm. $$
Prairie Sun Café 2020 Quebec Ave.; Prairiesun.ca.
They’ve got new seasonal beers on tap, a menu big on local meat, cheese and more and a patio. Open Mon–Sat 11am–7pm. $$
St. Tropez Bistro 238 2nd Ave. South;
Sainttropezbistro.ca. Simple yet refined, this quaint bistro presents regional influences in its cuisine, plus house-grown herbs, vegetables and flowers. Open Wed–Sun 4–11pm. $$$
Taunte Maria’s two location: 8-1724 Quebec
Ave., 2210 Millar Ave.; Tauntema-rias.com. German Mennonite fare that includes house-made sausage, perogies and heart breakfasts. Open Mon–Fri 7am–3pm, Sat 8am–2pm. $
Touch of Ukraine 2401D 22nd St. West. Get
your fill of Ukrainian standards at the buffet table (perogies, cabbage rolls, etc.) Open Wed–Fri 11:45am–2pm, 4:30–7:30pm. $
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Distillers; Lbdistillers.ca) Equal parts guava, orange and pineapple juices Juice of 1/2 lime Splash of Grenadine Pour the lot over the rocks and finish the drink with nutmeg on top and a fresh fruit garnish. Italy: From the land of real “Mammas”, a single liqueur defines Italian coffee. In this case the “national” spirit is Strega, an Italian digestif. Strega brings a distinct herbal blend to coffee and it is quite delicious with its hints of juniper, saffron and mint. When made with a dark roasted bean (I prefer a French press for brewing) it makes an excellent after dinner cup of coffee, just to top off the wonderful meal you cooked for mamma mia. Add 1 oz of Strega per cup of coffee, and top with whipped cream and grated nutmeg. Canada: The perfect Canadian cocktail… Mum’s Maple Bourbon! 2 oz Corner Creek Reserve Bourbon (Ingredients Artisan Market, $83.57; Ingredientsartisanmarket.com) 1 oz fresh squeezed orange juice 1/2 oz of maple syrup Mix together in a cocktail strainer, shake well, strain into an ice-filled glass, and top with a dash of bitters and a Maraschino cherry. Liechtenstein: Well, as hard as I looked, I couldn’t really find anything outstanding on the cocktail front here. They do like a good beer though… Mike Tory is a professional sommelier and The Wine Guy. He has written for Wine Spectator and CellarTracker.com.
FINE DINING 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. $$$ Bliss Fine Food 1002 Broadway Ave.; Blissfinefood. com. Appetizers, salads and mains with a touch of elegance. Open Tue–Sat 11am–2pm and from 5pm. $$$ 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. $$$ Carver’s Steakhouse 612 Spadina Cres. East; Carverssteakhouse.ca. Top steaks and lots of specialorder wines. Recently renovated. In the Sheraton Cavalier Hotel. Open daily 5–10pm. $$$ Flanagan’s Steak House 243 21st St. East; Flanaganssteakhouse.com. Edwardian décor, AAA steaks and the city’s deepest wine list. Open Mon–Fri 7am–11pm, Sat 8am–11pm, Sun 8am–noon. $$$ John’s Victorian Steakhouse 2033 Ave. B North; Johnsvictorian.com. Found in the city’s north end, this spot attracts diners looking for a quiet retreat. Open Mon–Sat 4:30–9:30pm. $$$ Leyda’s Café 112 20th St. West; Leydas.ca. Glutenand nut-free “experiential” cooking. Flowing, open kitchen design. Health-positive choices on their simple menu. Open Tue–Sat 11am–10pm. $$$
Truffles Bistro 230 21st St. East; Trufflesbistro.ca. Parisian charm, tasty brunches and a three-course Table d’hôte at this beloved eatery. Open Mon–Sat from 5pm; Sat 10am–2:30pm, Sun 10am–2pm. $$$
GLOBAL Afghan Kabob & Donair 3-100 2nd Ave. South. The full menu is worth a sit-down meal, and the kebabs are amazing. Open Mon–Sat 11am–10pm. $ Bon Temps Café 223 2nd Ave. South. Seafood creole, chicken and sausage Jambalaya, big crawfish boils and regular live music. Open daily 11am–9pm. $$ Cesar’s Cakes & Cafe 11-3000 Diefenbaker Dr. Filipino kare kare (peanut stew with beef), tokwat baboy (steamed pork and fried tofu) and more. Open Tue–Sat 8am–8pm, Sun 8am–5pm. $
Konga Café 204 Ave. H North; Kongacafe.com.
The place to go for classic Jamaican jerk or curried chicken (or goat). Yeah, mon! Open Tue–Thu 4–9pm, Fri–Sat 11am–11pm. $
Mardi Gras Grill 239 Idylwyld Dr. South; on Facebook. Louisiana po’ boys (gator!), blackened catfish, southern-style grits and heaps mo’. Open Tue–Wed noon–9pm, Thu–Sun 11am–10pm. $$ 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 RR 4, Penner Road; Wanuskewin.com. Enjoy the surroundings and “First Nations cuisine with a modern flair.” Open daily 9am–4:30pm, holidays 11am–4:30pm. $
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Bottega Trattoria 110 2nd Ave. North; on Face-
book. Authentic Italian dining with a focus on fresh, simple ingredients. Open Sun–Thu 11am–10pm; Fri–Sat 11am–11pm. $$ Christie’s Il Secondo 802C Broadway Ave.; on Facebook. Sit by the windows and tuck into pizza or panini while watching the world go by. Open Tue–Sat 10am–8pm. $$ Famoso Pizzeria 300-136 Primrose Dr.; Famoso.ca. This Canadian chain serves fast-casual pizzas frpom iits location in Lawson Heights. Open Mon–Fri 11am– 11pm, Sat 11am–midnight, Sun 11am–10pm. $$ Il Salici Ristorante 382 Cartwright St.; Willowsgolf. com. Rustic Italian fare at the delightful Willow’s Golf & Country Club. Open Mon–Sat 11am–2pm, 5–10pm, Sun 10am–2pm. $$ Pizzeria Romano 50-304 Stonebridge Blvd.; on Facebook. More than 30 options for thin-crust pizzas, including Thai chicken and pineapple with pancetta. Open Tue–Sun 10am–8pm. $$ Riversdale Deli & Market 101C 20th St. West; Riversdaledeli.ca. Deli sandwiches, fresh soups and a market with meats, cheeses, etc. Licensed. Open Mon–Fri 10am–8pm, Sat 9am–7pm. $ Taverna 219 21st St. East; on Facebook. A downtown staple for Italian dining for decades, even Oprah has dined here. Open Mon–Fri 11am–10pm, Sat–Sun 5–10pm. $$ Two Gun Quiche House 35 20th St. West; on Facebook. There’s a great story behind the name, and try the quiche with house-made Italian pork sausage and roasted peppers. Open Tue–Sun 9am–3pm. $
SOUTH ASIAN Black Pepper two locations: 5-1501 8th St. East, 440 2nd Ave. North; on Facebook. Quiet, relaxing places for curry, daal or vegetarian eats. 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. $$
New eateries in #yxe 1. Capanna Pizzeria
(101 20th St. West.; Capanna.ca). From the same people behind Riversdale Delicatessen & Market, this bright and buzzing pizzeria serves up thin-crust gems and Italian appetizers.
Meg’s Restaurant 101 3rd Ave. North; Megsrestaurantsaskatoon.com. This restaurant is a staple lunch and late-night eatery with South Indian lunch and supper buffets. Open 24 hours. $$ 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. $
Samosa King 3310 8th St. East; Thesamosaking.ca. South Indian food in the Centre Mall, with dosas, samosas and way more. Open Mon–Tue, Sat 9:30am– 6pm, Wed–Fri 9:30am–9pm, Sun noon–5pm. $
Spicy Bite 113 3rd Ave. South; Myspicybite.com. A top Indian buffet for lunch or supper right downtown in the Drinkle Building. Open Sun–Thu 11am–10pm, Fri–Sat 11am–midnight. $$
Spicy Time 4-3401 8th St. East; Spicytime.ca. Their Indian buffet is known for having spice levels more like you’d find on the Asian subcontinent. Small dining area and often busy. Open daily 11am–10pm. $$
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2. Thrive Juice Bar (137 20th St. West,; on Facebook). The two girls with the cold-pressed organic juices now have their own juice bar across from the Adilman’s Building in Riversdale. 3. Mr. Mike’s Steakhouse Casual
(103-2105 8th St. East; Mrmikes.ca). Vancouverbased chain; in the Grosvenor Park Shopping Centre 4. Primal (423 20th St. West; Primalpasta. ca). Renowned chefs Christie Peters and Kyle Michaels (The Hollows) present their take on rustic, locally infused Italian cuisine.
5. The Canadian Brewhouse (3150 Preston Ave.; Thecanadianbrewhouse.com). A big,, boisterous pub with lots of “Canadiana”.
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CHINESE Genesis 901 22nd St. West. Lots of seafood, plus Crab Rangoon, paper-wrapped chicken and vegetarian mains. Open daily 11am–9pm. $$ Mandarin Restaurant 245 20th St. West. One of the city’s tried-and-true places for dim sum. Order ahead for their Peking Duck or sample their fresh seafood. Open Thu–Tue 11am–8pm. $$ Odd Couple 228 20th St. West; Oddcouple. ca. Inspired pan-Asian cuisine, funky decor and stellar cocktails. Open Mon–Thu 11:30am–2pm, 4:30–11pm, Fri–Sat 11:30am–midnight. $$ Szechuan Kitchen 835 Broadway Ave.; Szechuankitchen.ca. A busy eatery with daily specials in the Broadway area. Open Sun–Thu 11am–9:30pm, Fri–Sat 11am–10:30pm. $$ Yip Hong’s Dim Sum 1501 8th St. East; Yiphongssaskatoon.com. Arrive early on weekends for their dim sum, which is the best in town. Open Wed–Thu 11am– 9:30pm, Fri–Sat 11am–10pm, Sun–Mon 11am–9pm. $$
FUSION/GASTRO CITY PARK 801 7TH AVENUE NORTH ENS TOYOTA 627 BRAND COURT www.cityperks.ca
Bell ‘n’ Whistle Bar & Bistro 243 2nd Ave. South.
Gastro-pub fare and superb cocktails in the old Royal Bank building (vault doors and all). Open Mon–Sat from 11am, Sun from 10am. $$ Congress Beer House 215 2nd Ave. South; on Facebook. Nice beer selections, daily lunch specials and lots of space, front or back. Open daily 11am–2am. $$ Earl’s 610 2nd Ave. North; Earls.ca. Set in the old McGavin’s Bread Building north of the downtown,
this chain includes an adjacent draft beer bar and the Bacchus Lounge. Open daily from 11:30am $$ The Grazing Goat 208 20th St. West; Grazinggoatgoodeats.com. Lots of wood, open spaces, great nibbles and craft beers on tap. Open Mon–Sat 11am–2pm, 5–10pm. $$ The Hollows 334 Ave. C South; Thehollows.ca. An eclectic eatery serving local foods in novel ways. Open Wed–Sat 5:30–10pm, Sat–Sun 11am–2pm. $$$ 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. $$
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EE Burritos 102 Ave. P South; Eeburritos.com. Friday
night salsa dance parties and top-notch food. Open Mon– Thu 10am–9pm, Fri 10am–2:30am, Sat 11am–9pm. $$ La Bamba Café 3-1025 Boychuk Dr.; Labambarestaurant.ca. It’s fresh, authentic and always packed: a true taste of Mexico. Open Sun– Thu 4–8pm, Fri–Sat 11:45am–8:30pm. $$ Las Palapas Resort Grill 901 Victoria Ave.; Laspalapas.ca. A buzzing eatery and lounge in the Broadway district. Open daily 11am–11pm. $$ Mi Casa Restaurante 618 Circle Dr.; Micasarestaurante.ca. Mexican and El Salvadorean dishes such as pupusas, pescado frito and more. Open Tue–Sat 11am–8pm, Sun noon–8pm. $ Saboroso Brazilian Steakhouse 40-2600 8th St. East; Saboroso.ca. Beef, chicken and pineapple roasted on the rodizio. Open Mon–Thu from 4:30pm, Fri–Sat from 4pm, Sun 10:30am–2pm. $$
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A Better Way to Donate Food Take the time to consider what you’d want to eat if you had to rely on the Saskatoon Food Bank Text by Penny McKinlay
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Should I buy strawberries or raspberries? What flavour of yogurt do I prefer? I have so many choices. The families that visit the Saskatoon Food Bank aren’t so fortunate. They take what is offered and hope for the best. Lots of us support the Saskatoon Food Bank, but I wonder how often we donate stray cans that have been hanging around in our cupboard for way too long or cheap, bland products that we wouldn’t eat ourselves. The Food Bank surveyed clients this past year and learned that they want food that is plentiful and easy to prepare. The most wanted food items such as infant formula; hearty soups and stews; whole grain pasta and cereals; canned vegetables, beans and protein; and 100 percent real fruit juice. The Food Bank also appreciates donations of clothing, personal care and household items, plus books and toys. The Garden Patch on 3rd Avenue North has produced over 75,000 pounds (approx. 34,000kg) of produce in the last four years. Teams of friends or work colleagues are invited to adopt a few rows to plant, weed, water and harvest. And anyone who wants to is encouraged to lend a hand on Helping Days and Weedin’ Wednesdays all summer long. Other volunteer opportunities include working in the Saskatoon Food Bank & Learning Centre (202 Avenue C South) or the Saskatoon Food Bank Clothing Depot (223 Avenue B South) or help with special events. For more information, go to the Saskatoon Food Bank’s website: Saskatoonfoodbank.org. Penny McKinlay is a freelance communications consultant and a partner in EcoFriendly Sask, which encourages local environmental initiatives through an online publication and small grants. @EcoFriendlySask
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Garlic Guru 414 Ave. B South; Garlicguru.ca.
Asian Hut 320 Ave. C South. The best pho soup in
Vegetarian and raw food eats at this spot in the Saskatoon Farmers’ Market. Open Tue–Fri 10am– 5pm, Sat 8am–2pm, Sun 10am–3pm. $
town is at this little gem in Riversdale. Open Mon–Fri 11am–2pm, 5–9pm, Sat–Sun 11am–9pm. $
Nosh Eatery & Tap 820 Broadway Ave.;
ca. Try the green tea salad or coconut chicken soup. Open Mon–Fri 11am–2pm, Mon–Sat 5–9pm. $$
Nosheateryandtap.com. Artful vegetarian meals that are tasty and yet satisfy one’s daily nutritional needs. Open Mon–Sat 11am–11pm, Sun noon–11pm. $$
JAPANESE, KOREAN Fuzion Sushi & Deli 2-100 2nd Ave. South.
Various types of sushi rolls, rice and noodle bowls, plus bubble tea. Open Mon–Sat 10:30am–9pm. $
With the Farnham Block on Broadway Avenue now toast, many younger readers will recall Lydia’s as just the neighbourhood pub where they used to get stumbling drunk, but older readers will remember the Ukrainian restaurant upstairs that actually gave the place its name. Lydia’s had a warmth and charm that only its rustic home cooking surpassed. It was the first real Ukrainian spot in town, unless we count the old O ‘n O drive-thru in Riversdale or that newish outlet on 51st Street, Baba’s Homestyle Perogies. But there’s never been anything like Lydia’s then or since. For a city that’s home to tens of thousands of Ukrainians, you’d figure we’d have dozens of such spots. I mean, it’s not like Ukrainian food isn’t popular: ever line up for perogies, sausage and cabbage rolls at the Ukrainian pavilion during Folkfest? It’s insane. If opening a restaurant in Riversdale is the cool thing to do these days, the smart money is on a Ukrainian joint. I imagine babas pinching perogies in the back (or sourced from A–R Perogies on Avenue L South). There’d be borscht on the menu, homemade pickles, vodka in the freezer and a cow out back (Ukrainians eat a lot of sour cream). It’s been the ugly duckling of greens forever and suddenly it’s the best thing since sliced bread. Even the big food reps are letting everyone know that they’re carrying it, even organic stuff. People are getting excited about kale? My first time seeing this leathery purple-green type of cabbage was at the university 20 years ago. My housemate Stephanie proudly pointed it out to me in the Bowl: as a horticulture student who worked on grounds she planted it alongside parsley and other edible greens. It actually looked kinda cool, but she had no idea how to cook it and neither did I. Fast-forward to the present and little Steep Hill Food Co-op on Broadway is going through 2-3 cases of premium organic stuff per month when they used to do none. And Leyda’s Café in Riversdale, with head chef Miguel de Lucas Sintes of Spain, has people going nuts over kale. He’s got it in soups, noodle bowls, a warm kale salad that’s actually pretty tasty, but this has me re-thinking Spanish cuisine, not kale. Call me a hater like George Bush Senior, but I’m just like meh.
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Golden Pagoda 411 2nd Ave. North; Goldenpagoda. Keo’s 1013 Broadway Ave. Lao, Cambodian and Thai 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.
Go for Sushi 2105 8th St. East (in the Grosvenor
Great Thai curries, noodle dishes and beyond. Open Mon–Sat 11am–9pm, Sun 4–9pm. $
Izumi 3010 Arlington Ave.; on Facebook. Head to
Saigon Rose 69 24th St. East. Hidden away in the warehouse district, this place does quality beef in black bean sauce, peanut chicken and soups. Open Mon–Sat 11am–8pm. $$
Park Centre); Goforsushibuffet.com. All-you-can-eat sushi in a strip mall. Open daily 11am–10pm. $ suburbia for this simple place that does a mix of sushi and Korean favourites. Open Mon–Sat 11am–9pm. $
Nisen 240 22nd St. East. All-you-can-eat sushi and Thai food in the city centre. Open Tue–Sun 11am–9:30pm. $ Otowa 227 2nd Ave. South. Lunch specials for under $12 such as sukiyaki beef and teriyaki salmon. Open Mon–Sat 11am–9pm. $$ Samurai 601 Spadina Cres. East (in the Delta Bessborough Hotel). True Japanese teppan yaki— with all the fire and flair. Open daily 5–10pm. $$$ Sushiro 737B 10th St. East; sushiro.com. Broadway’s best sushi and eclectic Japanese fare. Reservations here are a must. Open Mon–Sat 5pm–midnight. $$$ Seoul 334 20th St. West; Seoulsaskatoon.com. Use the iPad menus to order kimchee, bibimbap and tabletop barbecued meats. Open Mon–Sat 11am–9pm. $$
Saskatoon Asian 136 2nd Ave. South, 306-665-
5959. Pan-Asian cuisine in a sunny upstairs dining room. Open Mon-Sat 11am–2:30pm, 4:30–9pm. $$
Sawadee Bistro 101-129 2nd Ave. North. Tasty
tom sum, green curry and desserts. Open Tue–Fri 11:30am–2:30pm, 4:30–9:30pm, Sat 11:30am–9pm. $$
Spicy Garden 1501 8th St. East, 306-373-8585;
spicygarden.ca. Top eats in this busy strip mall. Open Sun, Tue–Thu 11am–8pm, Fri–Sat 11am–9pm. $
Looking for fresh seafood or burgers? Maybe a quiant cocktail lounge? Check out Flowmagazine.ca for complete listings of local restaurants, attractions and more in Saskatoon!
Photographer, from p. 20 Communicate with photos: We all imagine things differently, so when you tell your photographer that you want modern and edgy head shots, he or she may be visualizing something completely different than you. In the age of Pinterest, it has never been easier to share ideas and inspirational photos. Instead of trying to describe what kind of photos you are after, find examples online and send them to your photographer in advance of the shoot. Consider professional hair, make-up and fashion styling: Whether it’s dealing with hair fly-aways, contouring and highlighting your face, or coordinating accessories, the professionals know the tricks of the trade to help you look your best on camera. Since you are already making an investment in photos, it is worth it to spend a bit more for these services. Added bonus: Having these professionals booked means you just have to roll out of bed and show up; everything else is taken care of. Have a location back-up plan: In Saskatchewan, the weather is unpredictable and sometimes seems to change every 20 minutes. If you are planning to have a fun, summery photo session
outside, be sure you and your photographer have an alternate indoor/covered location planned out, just in case. Have your photos printed! Yes, it’s great that you can post your photos on Facebook or pull them up on your phone, but there is something special about prints. Make sure you take the time to print and frame your photos. Display them in your home and keep them close to your heart like I do!
(Vanessa Neufeld)
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Love Isn’t All It’s Cracked Up To Be Excerpt from The Greatest Lover of Last Tuesday aloofness. “You excited me so much I didn’t think I could control myself,” she said. “Fortunately my religious upbringing taught me to suppress desire. I can turn away from intimacy even when I’m smouldering inside.”
I was nearing my third decade when I made the mistake that all would-be lovers make. I decided matrimony was an appropriate course of action. The success of my parent’s marriage had left its mark and as I had not yet realized that I was destined to be a lover to the world in general, I was predisposed to the idea of a permanent relationship.
Once, late at night, I parked my car on Foreplay Ridge and we kissed. She allowed small liberties as her tongue probed deep into my mouth. After an hour I was barely able to whimper goodnight before speeding home to find welcome solo relief.
Her name was Elena and I first saw her in my Histrionics for Introverts class. She was exquisitely packaged and I, in the manner of a child on Christmas morning, couldn’t wait to unwrap the parcel. Like a teenage fool I became enamoured. She was the embodiment of every star in all the damp nocturnal movies I had ever dreamed. I became convinced that love was just another term for the pleasant sensation that occurred near my groin whenever she passed by, and then I
Cash worked where all else had failed and we began dating. She explained her previous aloofness. “You excited me so much I didn’t think I could control myself,” she said. “Fortunately my religious upbringing taught me to suppress desire. I can turn away from intimacy even when I’m smouldering inside.” took the incredible leap of assuming that because I loved her, it followed that she loved me. Little did I know that this was the same twisted reasoning used by all who talk about love at first sight. *** Unfortunately, Elena chose to hide her feelings for me, pretending that she wasn’t impressed by my urbane wit and sophisticated manner. Her act was good — so good that she daily forgot my name though I shouted it out whenever we met. Inspired by suppressed desire I became aggressive in my attempts to gain her attention. I took to standing on the steps of the library in order to speak to her as she passed by on her way to class. She steadfastly ignored my cheery, “Good morning.” When I held open the door to her classroom, she swept by with her nose in the air. After a few weeks I decided to increase my
Neil McKinnon was raised in Saskatchewan and served in the Royal Canadian Navy before working in business, archaeology, academia and as a freelance writer in China, Japan, Mexico, Canada and the US. His articles have appeared in Canadian, Japanese, Mexican and US publications, and his book Tuckahoe Slidebottle (2006) was shortlisted for the Stephen Leacock Award for humour and for the Alberta Book Award for short fiction. visibility. The autumn days had become cool and as the trees and shrubs took on the drab colours of fall, I did the opposite. Hoping to jar Elena into acknowledging my existence I began to vary my attire progressing from green suits with yellow ties to long red underwear with top hat and tails. She didn’t notice. One chilly morning I removed all my clothing except for a pair of red polka-dotted boxers. I might as well have been a bad copy of a Greek statue. Finally bursting with suppressed hormones, and rationality blocked by desperation, I stood on my head wearing only my yellow tie. I was arrested for public indecency but I couldn’t have been happier. The ice had cracked! She was in stitches as the police wrapped a blanket around me and threw me into the patrol wagon. Days later, when I returned to campus, she smiled at me although she still didn’t speak. Cash worked where all else had failed and we began dating. She explained her previous
She explained that she was letting our passion build for a special night. I came to understand that the special night would be our wedding night and I began to imagine matrimony which I thought I could float into with impunity. Oh foolish me! I now know that no man who makes that trip ever returns to where he started. It’s like believing that flatulence and moveable arms will propel one through water like a porpoise, which is a safe enough delusion so long as one doesn’t plunge into the deep end of the pool. But plunge I did. We were wed exactly six months after I first set eyes on her. *** Eventually it was time to embark on our honeymoon. We left the reception in a taxi and caught the late ferry to Isla del Amor, the island of love. The night was perfect. A large yellow moon hung over an inky ocean and music drifted along the beach chased by wisps of oleander and cinnamon bush. Waves caressed the warm sand and their rippling sound followed a path of moonlight to the open window of our suite at the Rose Posada. I ordered oysters and champagne, quietly so as not to startle Elena — she was in the bathroom preparing herself. Then I removed my clothes, applied cologne, and donned my honeymoon ensemble. My fantasy was about to come true — no, a lifetime of fantasies was about to come true. My order arrived and I poured two glasses of champagne. “What’s all this?” Elena asked when she emerged from the bathroom. My glow-in-thedark bikini shorts were only partly covered by my gold satin bathrobe. “A prelude to the wonders to come . . . but why are you dressed like that?” I asked offering her one of the glasses. She was wearing blue jeans and a sweatshirt. She ignored my question. “Order more drinks,” she said. “Gargle and Mama are joining us. They have nowhere to stay so they’ll be spending the night here. I’ve found you a room down the hall.” She guzzled the champagne and tossed the glass out the window. I heard it smash on the patio tile.
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on the River,” the “Bess” is arguably the city’s most photographed landmark, intentionally designed by Montreal architects Archibald and Schofield 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 field-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 yearround, this designated National Historic Site is home to indigenous plants and animals, plus exotic creatures from similar climates. Call for tours of the former Superintendent’s Residence and grounds (306-2491315). Open daily 10am–8pm. Off Attridge Dr., 306975-3382; Saskatoon.ca /parks-recreation-attractions. 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. It features statues of noteworthy Saskatonians: broadcaster Denny Carr and former Governor General Ray Hnatyshyn. Knox United Church A designated municipal heritage building and finished 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. 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, 306665-6888; Meewasin.com. Mendel Art Gallery and Civic Conservatory The city’s premier art gallery celebrated its 50th year in 2014 and has more than 8,000 works by local and national artists. It is currently showing its last exhibitions before closing to re-open as the Children’s Discovery Museum. Gift shop and Civic Conservatory. Free admission. Open daily 9am–9pm. 950 Spadina Cres. East, 306-975-7610; Mendel.ca. St. John’s Anglican Cathedral Saskatoon’s first 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 fine 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. U of S Observatory The observatory facilities (telescopes, other scientific 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 April 8:30–11:30pm, May 9–11:30pm; http://physics.usask.ca/observatory. 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. There are two galleries, a theatre, restaurant serving First Nations cuisine and a 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 Museum Go back in time with a visit to 1910 Boomtown. More than 30 buildings—with 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; Wdm.ca.
00 Accommodations (downtown)
1. Best Western Blairmore (airport & metro)
North, 306-664-4414)
1. Delta Bessborough Hotel
2. Best Western Royal Hotel
(G7; 610 Idylwyld Dr. North, 306-244-2901)
3. Colonial Square Inn & Suites
(F7; 806 Idylwyld Dr. North, 306-665-6500)
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 (pictured) and ceramics. Open Tue–Sat 10am–5pm, Sun 1–5pm. 910 Spadina Cres. East, 306-244-3800; Umc.sk.ca. OTHER ATTRACTIONS Bessborough Hotel and Gardens Saskatoon’s “Castle
(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 Pacific 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)
(H2; 306 Shillington Cres., 306-242-2299)
(E6; 1715 Idylwyld Dr. North, 306-244-5552) (I8; 1-1301 8th St. East, 306-343-1676) 4. Comfort Inn (D7; 2155 Northridge Dr., 306-934-1122)
14. Northwoods Inn & Suites 15. Ramada Hotel
16. Riviera Motor Inn
(E6; 2001 Ave. B North, 306-242-7272)
5. Comfort Suites Saskatoon
17. Sandman Hotel Saskatoon
6. Confederation Inn
18. Saskatoon Inn Hotel
(A5; 203 Bill Hunter Ave. 306-955-6565)
(D6; 310 Circle Dr. West, 306-477-4844)
(E6; 2002 Airport Dr., 306-242-1440) 19. Super 8 Saskatoon (D7; 706 Circle Dr. East, 306-384-8989) (D6; 617 Cynthia St., 306-934-3900) 20. Super 8 Saskatoon West 8. Days Inn Saskatoon (G5; 1414 22nd St. West, 306-974-2900) (E7; 2000 Idylwyld Dr. North, 306-242-3297) 21. Thriftlodge Saskatoon 9. Four Points Sheraton Hotel (E6; 1825 Idylwyld Dr. North, 306-244-2191) (K8; 103 Stonebridge Blvd., 306-933-9889) 22. Travelodge Hotel Saskatoon 10. Heritage Inn (E5; 102 Cardinal Cres., 306-665-8121) (D6; 106 Circle Dr. West, 306-242-8881) 11. Marriott Courtyard Saskatoon Airport (E5; 23. Westgate Motor Inn Aerogreen Cres., 306-986-4993) (H5; 2501 22nd St. West, 306-382-3722) 12. Motel 6 Saskatoon (A5; 231 Marquis Dr., 306-665-6688) 24. Refresh Inn & Suites (H8; 1220 College Dr., 13. Northgate Motor Inn (G7; 706 Idylwyld Dr. 306-934-5555)
(H3; 3330 Fairlight Dr., 306-384-2882)
7. Country Inn & Suites
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secret Saskatoon
It’s Cool to be Green Lower building temperatures, controlled storm water runoff, a green oasis for birds and bees—a green roof has lots going for it other than aesthetics
Green roofs are not a new technology—they’ve been used for hundreds of years to help control building temperature. Reintroduced in northern Europe in the 1960s as a way to control storm water drainage and provide additional green spaces, a green roof consists of a carefully constructed sequence of roof membranes, drainage layer, substrate and plants. It filters out contaminants, slows down run-off and can cool the temperature on a sunny day from 70˚C on a conventional flat roof to 32˚C. A green
roof provides additional protection and can last two to three times longer than a conventional roof that requires replacement approximately every 15 years. The first large-scale green roof built in Saskatchewan was completed in 2007 for the College of Law Addition at the U of S. Landscape architect Goya Ngan collaborated with engineering firm Stantec on the roof’s design and construction. The College of Law now has two green roofs: the upper one at 400 m2, which can neither be seen from the
Text by Lisa Patrick Photo courtesy of Eco-Friendly Sask
inside the building nor is accessible to the public, and the lower one at 240m2, which is visible from the building. To see the upper roof, simply go up the Arts tower and have a look from any window on the north side. Ngan monitored the roof at the College of Law for three years and researched what plant species and planting densities worked best in our harsh climate. The simpler, upper roof palette features native grasses while the lower roof offers more visual diversity, with several droughtresistant perennials. In winter, ridges
and valleys that radiate from the circular Native Law Centre “lantern” capture snow drift for additional insulation and plant protection. The ridges help display showier species and provide extra depth for the plants that require it. A neat fact: directly below this roof is a round space used for First Nations ceremonies. Pasture sage (sweetgrass) harvested here is later used for traditional smudges. For more information about green roofs, visit Citiesalive.org or Greenroofs.org.
The green roof at the College of Law Addition, 15 Campus Drive, U of S.
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