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CULTURE MONTH:GET YOUR FILL
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FESTIVE& FAB!
MARION MUTALA ON CELEBRATING CITY DIVERSITY
TAKE A STROLL BACK TO THE CITY’S LAST BIG BOOM ERA
PRAIRIE INK CHEFJUSTIN O’REILLY ON EATING RIGHT
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Surprising to some, Saskatoon is the only city in Canada that has a statue of Gandhi. A gift from the Government of India to the people of Saskatoon, it represents the principles of tolerance and peace that this humble lawyer from Maharashtra, India, stood for. Mahatma (“great soul”) Gandhi led a non-violent struggle for India’s independence, which is celebrated each year on August 15.
The double life-sized bronze sculpture of Gandhi stands at the southeast corner of 21st Street East and 2nd Avenue downtown. Part of the dedication on the pedestal reads:
“NON-VIOLENCE IS A UNIVERSAL LAW ACTING UNDER ALL CIRCUMSTANCES.”
Dr. Prakash Sulakhe, the chairman of the Gandhi Statue Committee, said before the statue was unveiled on Oct.2, 2000, that, “The influence of Gandhi’s philosophy (of non-violence and religious tolerance) has transcended geographical borders.”
Sculptor: Ram Vanji Sutar (Maharashtra, India)
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“Intolerance is itself a form of violence and an obstacle to the growth of a true democratic spirit.”“You must be the change you wish to see in the world.”
- Mahatma Gandhi(02.10.1869–30.01.1948)
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Published 12 times per year by FreshWest Media Ltd. Circulation: 10,000 copies in Saskatoon and area
Copyright (2013) by FreshWest Media Ltd. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the expressed, written consent of the publisher.
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Editor Paul Miazga
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Ad Designers Zhanybek Nurgozhayev, Danna Contreras-Chapa
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Contributors Olga Bondarenko, Jennilee Cardinal-Schultz, Suzanne Flynn, Jacquie Moore, Marion Mutala, Paul Miazga, Mandy Pravda, Mike Tory
Contributing Photographers Greer Frances, Chelsea Gruza, Diane Herron, Zhanybek Nurgozhayev, Matt Ramage, Patricio del Rio, Hillary Simon-Worobec, Mark TiuPrinting Houghton BostonDistribution FreshWest Media Ltd.
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It’s often said of one’s first year in business that everything that follows is a piece of cake. Nothing you do afterwards will compare in terms of how hard you had to work and how much stress you had to endure. It calls to mind the old Roman adage, “What does not kill us only makes us stronger.”
Saskatoon has grown a tremendous amount in the past year, and its young entrepreneurs represent the opportunity that exists here at every turn. I’ve heard the stories of countless small business people who have started their own venture in the past year or so. These people realized they had a passion for something and decided to put their own unique stamp on the world. Among the things they’ve taught me is that there’s strength in numbers.
This month we proudly feature the work of three new writers (Suzanne Flynn, Jacquie Moore and Marion Mutala) and a new photographer (Greer Frances)—all of them women. Also deserving of attention are my incredibly talented designers Zhanybek Nurgozhayev and Danna Contreras-Chapa, both of whom have contributed long hours and their very own accent on how you view the city through these pages.
Contributors to flow showcase Saskatoon’s diversity, which in August is everywhere as the city puts its festive foot forward:
The PotashCorp Fringe Theatre Festival (Aug. 1–10; #yxefringe); Folkfest (Aug. 15–17); Ukrainian Day in the
Park (Aug. 24); Rock 102 Cruise Weekend (Aug. 25); the PotashCorp Fireworks Festival (Aug. 30–31); and many others celebrate our collective sense of humour, tolerance, diversity and zest for life!
Much of the action centres on or near Broadway district, where you tend to run into old friends or just as easily make new ones at the drop of a hat. It has an unhurried feel to it that makes you want to stop and smell the roses.
Other than flow turning 1, we’re also celebrating the launch of our website: www.flowmagazine.ca! Find all the information you need on dining, tourist attractions, shopping, events and more on our clean, easy-to-use site (thanks Benesh Designs!).
Want to help us celebrate our first year? It’s easy: go out to a new restaurant or shop you’ve never been to before or visit a festival, museum or other local attraction that has escaped your attention until now. Rediscover the city. Find your favourite spot along the riverbank. Go with the flow.
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Cover photo of Broadway and area merchants by Matt Ramage (Matt Ramage Photography)
Cover concept by Paul MiazgaShoot coordinator: Alexandria Pavelich
Special thanks to Sarah Marchildon (Broadway BID), Robert Wyma (25th Street Theatre), Kirby Wirchenko (Broadway Theatre), Nadine Gaudet and Mike Colli
(www.johnnydont.ca)
AUGUST 2013
VINTAGE JEWELLERY: BUYING TIPS Vendors discuss their favourite pieces
By Jennilee Cardinal-Schultz
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WALK A BLOCK BACK IN TIMEA tour celebrating 100 years of history
By Jacquie Moore
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LOCAL, NUTRITIOUS & DELICIOUS Prairie Ink’s Justin O’Reilly likes it simple
By Paul Miazga
By Mandy Pravda
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UKRAINIAN MUSEUM OF CANADA910 Spadina Cres. East
306 244 3800Visit the Galleries and Gift Shop
Tuesday to Saturday from 10 am-5 pm and Sunday from 1-5 pm
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At left: Jason Porat (Saboroso Brazilian Steakhouse), Yohannes Petros (Hanes’ Hummus) and Ron Simonar (COMPRO Services) break for a smile in front of the camera on the Saboroso patio on July 11.
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1. Amanda Huye (Sleepwell Baby), Kristina German (OneStory), Susan Bussé (Bussé PR) and Kaelen Klypak (Music Publishing). 2. Megan Elizabeth (Guys & Dawls), Rachel Stange (The Factory Beauty Parlor), Rebecca Clark (CSC) and Janelle Balaski (Guys & Dawls). 3. Mark Sugar (DJ Sugar Daddy), Alexandria Koch and Cassandra Elek (GMG Jewellers). 4. Olga Bondarenko (Allnorth Consultants), James Glennie (Saskatoon Community Wind), Dmitry Chesnakov (U of S Bioengineering) and Anna Krutova (yandex.com). 5. Alexandria Koch (GMG Jewellers), Nicola Tabb (Better Off Duds), Paul Miazga (flow magazine) and Mandy Pravda (Mane Productions). 6. Stacy Strom (VIDO), Braeden Pask (McDougallGauley), Monica Polewicz (Ag-West Bio), Charles Gieda (U of S), Fraiba Jalal (Miller Thomson) and Jarrod Daniel (Masala Talent). 7. Colleen Kastning (Alamod), Mike Tory (Ingredients Artisan Market), Van Nguyen (E&V), and a friend with Patrick Wood (Odeon Events Centre).
It helps to have an amazing crowd to make use of an amazing space such as the patio at Saboroso Brazilian Steakhouse, the place on 8th Street East that hosted the busiest event yet Freeflow Thursdays by Mane Productions on July 11.
The capable Cary Bowman of LB Distillers was on hand to pour guests a refreshing, complementary sample of either their Gambit Gin with tonic or Chai Vodka with lemonade, while for eats Saboroso supplied deliciously tender beef fajitas straight off the grill with
sautéed green peppers, onions and mushrooms on a whole wheat flour tortilla.
A packed patio and just the right mix of tunes from DJ Charly Hustle made it easy to kick back and relax, which many guests of Freeflow Thursdays did with aplomb. As up-and-coming local photographer Mark Tiu snapped photos that got friends and new acquaintances moving a little bit closer and popping big smiles for the camera!
Co-founder of the online editing and story suite OneStory, Katrina German made a short presentation
Organizer: Mandy Pravda (Mane Productions)flow magazine publisher: Paul MiazgaPhotographer: Mark G Tiu Music: DJ Charly Hustle Sampling: LB Distillers Models/Hosts: Alexandra Blackwell, Alexandria Pavelich and Torry Dirpaul
about their “Tell me your story” tagline and how local businesses can create client presentations, corporate videos and more.
Meanwhile, Alexandria Koch from GMG Jewellers downtown made her presence felt shortly after arriving by giving away that evening’s door prize, which was a pair of gorgeous Tacori earrings valued at $100. Local vintage clothing store owner Nicola Tabb was the winner and seemed genuinely surprised by her good fortune.
Other notables in the crowd included Guys & Dawls clothing store owner Janelle Balaski and co-owner of new downtown restaurant Bell ‘n’ Whistle, Hanosh Dubash.
Finally, the event coordinator, Mandy Pravda of Mane Productions made a special announcement about the upcoming crowd-funded Freeflow Thursdays event aboard the Shearwater Tours’ Prairie Lily! This event, scheduled for Aug. 22, will be an amazing way to round out the summer, so see you there!
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SASKATOON FOLKFESTThis impressive multicultural experience is one
of Saskatoon’s most popular summer attractions. Now into its 34th year, the tradition continues: buy a Folkfest passport ($15; various outlets across the city), leave the car at home and hop aboard free Saskatoon Transit buses leaving regularly to and from all 23 venues. Get the pavillion’s stamp at the door, step inside and enjoy! Check the website for more information. Thu-Fri 5pm-midnight, Sat 3pm-midnight; various pavillions, incl. Prairieland Park (503 Ruth St.)
www.saskatoonfolkfest.ca
POTASHCORP FRINGE THEATRE FESTIVALTen days of theatre performances, professional buskers, art,
music and beyond. See the write-up on p. 12 for more. Various locations; in Broadway district (p. 33, map 2, I7-J8). Admission to most performances $10. Check the website for more details about shows, descriptions, times, venues and more.
www.25thstreettheatre.org; on twitter: #yxefringe
SASKATOON SUMMER PROMSThird Avenue Centre (402 3rd Ave. North); performances at 2pm
and 7:30pm; entry by donation. www.thirdavenuecentre.org
SHAKESPEARE ON THE SASKATCHEWANFeaturing The Comedy of Errors and Macbeth. Festival site
near the Mendel Art Gallery (905 Spadina Cres. East); weekday performances at 8pm, Sunday matinees 2pm; tickets from $25.
www.shakespeareonthesaskatchewan.com
THE SASKATOON EXPrairieland Park (503 Ruth St.); open daily noon-11pm; admission $15.
www.saskatoonexhibition.ca
POTASHCORP FIREWORKS FESTIVALAlong the riverbank downtown beginning at sundown.
www.potashcorpfireworksfestival.ca
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“An Art at the Mercy of Light:” Recent Work by Eli BornsteinAn exploration of sensory experience through the work of a celebrated Saskatoon artist. Eli Bornstein has been one of the province’s influential artists for more than 50 years.
Shaping Saskatchewan: the art scene 1936—1964Highlighting an important period in this province’s artistic development.
The Automatiste Revolution: Montreal 1941—1960Organized and circulated by the Varley Art Gallery of Markham.A comprehensive exhibition of Canada’s foremost avant-garde movement whose luminaries included Jean-Paul Riopelle and Paul-Émile Borduas.
www.mendel.ca
Image: Wynona Croft Mulcaster, A Little Road in France (detail), 1959, watercolour on paper. Collection of the Mendel Art Gallery. Gift of John and Diane Dalzell 2011.
THE MAVERICKSDakota Dunes Casino (20 min. south on Hwy 219); 8pm; tickets $20. www.dakotadunescasino.com
PAUL McCARTNEYMosaic Stadium (Regina, SK); 8pm;
tickets from $50. www.ticketmaster.ca
THE PROCLAIMERSThe Odeon Events Centre (241 2nd Ave. South);
7:30pm; tickets $29.95/VIP $49.95. www.theodeon.ca
GREAT BIG SEASaskatoon Prairieland Park (503 Ruth St.);
7:30pm; admission $15. www.saskatoonexhibition.ca
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SELENA GOMEZCredit Union Centre (3515 Thatcher Ave.);
7:30pm; tickets from $50. www.ticketmaster.ca
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Saskatoon, a booming city, is open to all people from diverse backgrounds, cultures or creeds, and though small in number Saskatonians are big in heart and know how to celebrate cultural diversity.
The theme for Folkfest 2013 (Thu15–Sat17; see p. 8); is “Expect the World from Us,” and this year the festival, which began in 1979, celebrating 23 of the cultural and ethnic groups in the city.
Get your passport ($15) and use it to enter all 23 venues, each remarkably transformed. Once inside each new world, taste the food, see cul-tural displays, shop, enjoy folklore, performances and, of course, dance each night away! It’s a mul-ticultural experience and one of Saskatoon’s most popular summer attractions.
www.saskatoonfolkfest.ca
Ukrainian Day in the Park (Sat24, noon–8pm) is an annual, high-profile Ukrainian-Canadian outdoor event that has something for all ages and is fun for anyone of any ethnic background.
This free festival features Ukrainian dancing, music, food, a beer garden, cultural displays and children’s activities in Victoria Park (p. 33, map 2, H3). In case of inclement weather, the event will move indoors at the Henk Ruys Soccer Centre (219 Primrose Dr.)
ucc-saskatoon.org/events.php
Marion Mutala has published a variety of poems, articles and two books: “Baba’s Babushka: A Magical Ukrainian Christmas” and “Baba’s Babushka: A Mag-ical Ukrainian Easter.” The third book in her trilogy, “Baba’s Babushka: A Magical Ukrainian Wedding,” will be released in 2013. www.babasbabushka.ca
(James Layton Photography)
CANADIAN FOOTBALLSaskatchewan RoughridersSat17 vs. Montreal Alouettes (2pm)Mosaic Stadium at Taylor Field (Regina, SK); tickets from $25www.riderville.com
Saskatoon HilltopsSun18 vs. Winnipeg Rifles (noon)Gordie Howe Bowl (Ave. P South); tickets $20www.saskatoonhilltops.com
U of S HuskiesFri23 vs. UBC Thunderbirds (7pm)Fri30 vs. Regina Rams (7pm) Griffiths Stadium at PotashCorp Park (south of College Drive on U of S campus); tickets $20www.huskies.usask.ca
Get Your Culture On!Text by Marion Mutala
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WHITETOP MOUNTAIN BAND - GET DOWN BOYS - THE WESTERN SENATORS THE CARPER FAMILY - THE KLUANE GRASS - BUFFALO NARROWS
BINDER TWINE AND THE BALERS - RAVEN SHE HOLLERS Sunday Morning Gospel with Irvin Amundson - Sound by Jamie Peever
FRIDAY AUGUST 16 - SUNDAY AUGUST 18, 201320 km NE of Big River, Saskatchewan at the Ness Creek Site.
Advance: weekend $70 (until Aug. 12) Gate: weekend $90, Fri. $40, Sat. $60 Sun. $30 12 & under free. Free festival camping. Alcohol in campsites only. Program subject to change.
LEARN TO PLAY OR IMPROVE YOUR PLAYING AT MUSIC CAMPAugust 12 - 16, 2013. For more information call 306.373.4190 northernlightsbluegrass.ca
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ROCK 102 CRUISE WEEKENDDowntown (along 21st Street East, 2nd Avenue and
3rd Avenue); from 11am. www.rock102rocks.com
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An alt-rock festival combines with Winston’s rooftop patio atmosphere to make one of the city’s hottest summer music events. With the Triplophonics, The Department heads, Young Benjamins, Junior Pantherz and The Dudes.
Back roof at Winston’s (243 21st St. East; 306-244-6141). From 4pm–midnight; tickets $20/at the door $25.
Photo by Martine Sansoucy; Clothing by Tonic, Banjo and farminista.com; Stylist: Chelsey Gruza; Hair: Chop Chop Salon; Shoot Coordinator and Makeup: Vamp Makeup
ROOFSTOCK
Through Sept. 15
AN ART AT THE MERCY OF LIGHT: RECENT WORK BY ELI BORNSTEIN
Curator Oliver Botar opens the skylights in the main hall of the Mendel—the first time in a decade—and specifically for this exhibition: “an exploration of structure, colour, space and light.” Bornstein is one of the province’s most influential artists and best known for his three-dimensional Structurist reliefs. Also showing:
The Automatiste Revolution: Montreal 1941–1960Shaping Saskatchewan: the art scene 1936–1964Rodney LaTourelle: Leaves
At the Mendel Art Gallery (950 Spadina Cres. East); open daily 9am–9pm; free admission. www.mendel.ca
I hold no degrees and have no journalism experience but I do have a passion for live music. The excitement and energy of a concert is intoxicating and I’m always left craving more. Surprisingly, it seems that some people today enjoy listening to music but have never attended a live performance.
Let’s face it: everyone can use a little break now and then to get away from their lives, and even though “live” is not the conventional way of experiencing music, it is unmatched. Nothing compares to actually being in the presence of all that raw energy, and additional memories are created on that journey, whether it’s for getting caught trying to sneak items into a show, someone trying to steal your camera or your face meeting the flailing backhand of a girl who has just fainted.
Saskatoon brings in some great artists, new and old, as we also have some spectacular local talent. In the coming months I will doubtless make it out to many shows and give you the real low down on the bands and the crowds.
Concerts and festivals worth checking out this month:• The Offspring (SaskTel Mainstage) Aug. 8; free with
$15 paid admission. www.saskatoonexhibition.ca• Regina Folk Festival (Regina, SK) Aug. 9–11; festival
passes from $110. www.reginafolkfestival.com• Northern Lights Bluegrass & Old Tyme Music Festival
(Ness Creek festival site) Aug. 16–18; festival passes from $70. www.northernlightsbluegrass.ca
Greetings from a Live Music Junkie
Text by Suzanne Flynn
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Text by Jacquie MoorePhoto by Hillary Simon-Worobec
It’s not often that a feature story on Saskatoon appears in our own Canadian magazines, so it was a surprise to many when a six-page article titled “SASKA-BOOM” ran in the May issue of United Airlines’ in-flight magazine. Why … l’il old Saskatoon? In an American maga-zine with an international readership?
The piece touched on our resource-driven upsurge, the resulting growth in housing starts and home prices here, and the inherent discomforts—and benefits—in such rapid changes. Saskatoon’s growth is outpacing all other cities in Canada, and many eyes are upon us; however, this isn’t the first time this unassuming prairie city has been in the spotlight.
It wasn’t a “Big Bang” but rather a boom that put Saskatoon on the map a century ago. Between its creation in 1906 to the financial collapse of 1913, the city was considered the fastest-growing in the British Empire, if not the world. Today, a downtown stroll showcases the enduring landmarks, stories and personalities of that formative era through many of the city’s original and most iconic buildings, still preserved in all their grandeur.
For many years the highest office tower in the country west of Winnipeg, the eight-storey Canada Building stands in quiet splendour at the corner of 21st Street and 1st Avenue. Built in a neo-clas-sicist style by developer Allan Bowerman, it was officially open for business in 1913.
The ground floor is faced in beauti-ful red granite imported from Scotland. Terra cotta detailing graces the first two floors, as well as the decorative crown moulding at the top of the building. Two life-size bison heads made of bronze and painted by local Aboriginal artist Art McKay look out from overtop the main doorway, while inside the lobby is a bril-liant chandelier that pre-dates the 1930s. One of today’s tenants is the Robertson Stromberg law firm—its direct anteced-ents moved into the building on opening day: June 1, 1913. Other tenants today? A radio station, jeweller and an art gallery!
Of Decades & Design:
A Walking Tour
Where there are booms and the grandiose schemes they inspire, there will be busts.
By 1913, the good times in Saskatoon were rolling to an end; interest rates were rising, construction had slowed due to a steel shortage, and war loomed. In 1922, the Great West Perma-nent Loan Company foreclosed on the Canada Building mortgage: Bowerman had lost his fantastic edifice.
Meanwhile, Drinkle had become a millionaire dealing in local real estate and was reputed to be the richest man in the city, but by 1917 all of his Sas-katoon assets were in receivership—in-
cluding his half-finished No. 3 building. Today, on the north wall of the
Drinkle Building are colourful portraits of seven of this city’s founders, among them Bowerman, Drinkle and Flanagan. The 72-foot tall mural is aluminum, hand-painted with enamel by local artist Henry van Seters. The artwork was com-missioned in 2007 through a Cultural Capitals grant.
Jacquie Moore is a Saskatoon-based freelance writer and author of “The Saskatchewan Secret: Folk Healers, Diviners, and Mystics of the Prairies.” For more on Jacquie and her book, visit www.folkhealers.ca
Secret SpaceIn 2009, workers discovered tun-
nels below the building, sealed off by a concrete wall for half a century. Many Saskatonians are familiar with the pur-ple prism glass tiles set in a grid on the sidewalk along 21st Street. These acted as skylights for the underground space, which a century ago housed barbershops and billiard halls.
The “Drinkle No. 3” building was the third and most impressive of John Drin-kle’s architectural achievements (the other two have both been lost to fire; the Mac-Millan Building on the southwest corner of 21st Street and 2nd Avenue now occu-pies the site of “Drinkle No. 1”).
The economic downturn of 1913 meant that Drinkle No. 3—originally en-visioned as a 10-storey office tower with high-speed elevators, marble halls and a rooftop garden—stalled the building’s construction at five storeys, and after be-
A view looking up at the faces of city founders on the north side of Drinkle No. 3 (1913).
The MacMillan Building, the Grain Building and the 8-storey Canada Building (1913), c. 1955.
flow magazine wishes to sincerely thank Gil Dobroskay at Remax Guardian for his help in researching and sourcing photos for this article.
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ing empty for the first six years, it was remodeled into a residential building.
Today, this heritage building at 115 3rd Avenue South has 60 modern apartments, 18 private offices, two street-level restaurants and 15 shops in its lower-level mall. Surely Drinkle would be tickled.
Cool CurioIn the early 1980s, Lucci’s restaurant purchased three
magnificent Lucci ballroom chandeliers from the old Royal York Hotel in Toronto. Dave Denny, owner and manager of Drinkle No. 3, says he once tried to have one appraised but “they couldn’t really put a price on it, it was so big they had nothing to compare it to.” One chandelier remains in storage, while another can be seen in the Back Then & Again antique jewellery shop in the basement of the building.
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Flamboyant Mr. FlanaganAh, the Hotel Senator. Few Saskatonians don’t have
some story or experience of it simply because it’s been at the heart of downtown Saskatoon since … ever. Originally called the Flanagan Hotel, it was built in 1908 with all the modern conveniences: steam heating, electricity, hot and cold running water, and telephones.
Owner Jimmy Flanagan was a much-loved character, and the subject of many colourful stories. According to one anecdote, a traveller at the hotel complained his room was too small. Flanagan instead offered the man a large, airy room then escorted him and his bags out onto the street!
Over the years, the building has had many facelifts but it still retains its Victorian underpinnings: high ceil-ings, marble staircase, candlestick chandeliers and ornate crown moulding. Its English pub, Winston’s, boasts one of
the best draught beer selections in the country (more than 60 varieties); there you’ll see senior lawyers alongside uni-versity students, former politicians and artists, all enjoying a pint at the Senator.
No downtown walking tour of architecture from Saskatoon’s earliest years would be complete without visiting the Odd Fellows Temple (416 21st Street East), the Land Titles Building (311 21st Street East), and the Avenue Building (220 3rd Avenue South). Many city churches also date from that time: Third Avenue United Church (304 3rd Avenue North), Knox United Church (838 Spadina Crescent East), and St. John’s Anglican Ca-thedral (816 Spadina Crescent East).
Read more about historic city buildings on p. 33, or to schedule a guided walking tour, check out www.saska-toonheritage.ca or doorsopensaskatoon.com.
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The Hotel Senator (1908)
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Serena RyderJames Shaw (Metric) J Bowman (Spearhead)
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Today’s fashion isn’t about what you wear; it’s about how you wear it! Accessorising is the key to making an ordinary, bland article into something extraordinary and personal. It can also look effortless!
Something as simple as your favou-rite tank can be dressed up with cute leather shorts and a long funky neck-lace. Then throw on some killer heels and you have yourself “a night on the town”outfitthat’sfabulous!
To give you some ideas, SFDF fol-lowed one of Saskatoon’s favourite annual festivals, the SaskTel Sas-katchewan Jazz Festival, to give you a glimpse of what’s rocking on the stage. We saw accessories, accessories and more accessories accompanied of course by music that warms the soul and gets your feet moving!
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ShoesShoes are far and away everyone’s most im-portant accessory (though sometimes it is nice to go without)! For your shining moment, pick the pair that best reflects your mood (and as Michael Franti showed, you can definitely be in the mood to not wear any!). Keep that in mind whether choosing flats, heels, something dressy or casual footwear. The patterns, textures and colours you wear on your feet complete your overall look. We saw musicians wearing sleek polished white dress shoes or clad in a pair of black heels with some spiky texture—now that’s some edge! Shoes should always be unique: they say what you feel!
fashionHatsHats are big this summer! Fedoras are a huge hit when wanting to dress your casual outfit up a bit. Or try a flat cap for a more casual day look. With so many styles to choose from for men and women, it’s easy to adjust your outfit just using your favourite hat!
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Data Romance
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ShadesSunglasses are everyone’s best friend! Saskatoon retailers offer dozens of brands to choose from, so seek out one—or three—that suit your everyday look. Shades say a lot about your personality, so be bold, creative and edgy while choosing!
AccessoriesWearing jewellery is not a new trend, but today anything and everything goes: from wristbands and bracelets to necklaces and headbands! All pieces reflect your mood and personality, so find those that match what you say about who you are! Simply put, sometimes less isn’t more; more is you.
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Fringes, Frays & RipsFringes, frays and rips have been inserted into numerous trends this year. Including bags, jeans and vests to shirt collars and sleeves, this style may be around for a while; don’t be afraid to use it, mix it and rip it up!
VestsSweet vests for men and women were also a huge hit! With so many styles and textures to consider, there is bound to be one that will pull your outfit together. Don’t forget you can always have a vest tailored to fit if you pick it up at a vintage clothing shop!
Tips for Men Rolled-up jeans at the hem are hot! Jeans either long or short with the made cuff at the bottom will add style and character to your look. It also shows the ladies in your life that you pay attention to detail!
LayersHigh waist shirts and shorts are easy to stay cool in and look stylish while doing it! Leather is big this season and can give any gal an edgy look. Wear your coolest pair of leggings or tights overtop to add character to any outfit—layering is an easy way to create depth and nuance.
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I’ve always had a love for vintage fashion, particularly the jewel-lery. Whether I am looking through my grandma’s jewellery box or in an antique shop, there is always something really special about looking at pieces from the past and reflecting on their history.
I share this love with Saskatoon fashion stylist Chelsey Gruza. Often using vintage pieces when styling shoots for clients, she personifies passion for the necklaces, brooches, bracelets, etc., from days gone by.
“What fascinates me is the craftsman-ship, the beautiful, luxurious materials used, the intricacy of the pieces and the story behind them,” says Chelsey. “With the amount of mass-produced items available today, it is rare to find jewellery that showcases the quality or creativity of pieces from the past.”
Chelsea spends much of her time hunt-ing for pieces and has become an expert on vintage shopping. She recommends asking local vendors lots of questions and doing your own research about any pieces
Re-loved Gems
Text by Jennilee Cardinal-SchultzMain photo by Diane Herron (Diane Herron Photography)
Styling by Chelsey GruzaHair by Amanda Dreis
(Chop Chop Salon)Shoot coordinator and makeup
by Vamp MakeupModel: Danielle (Masala Models)Product photos: Chelsey Gruza
you’re interested in. There’s a lot to learn.“The best part of a vintage piece is you
may end up with far more than a beauti-ful necklace or bracelet. There could be history, culture, devotion and art all wrapped in that bauble,” Chelsey says.
Much to the joy of Chelsey and other local vintage lovers, Saskatoon’s vintage fashion scene has been growing with shops popping up across the city. Chelsey and I stopped by three of our favourites, spoke with the owners and learned about their favourite piece of vintage jewellery.
Back Then & Again – A Vintage Jewellery Boutique18-115 3rd Ave. SouthOwner: Sherry NeufeldFavourite pieces: Sherman Collection
The history: Gustave Sherman, a Hungar-ian immigrant, founded a Montreal cos-tume jewellery manufacturing company in 1947. He is known for using nothing but the best-quality stones.
What to wear it with: Even though these
are “dress-up” pieces traditionally, they can be worn with anything, lending an accent and adding sparkle to more casual-looking outfits.
Vintage shopping tip: In terms of condi-tion, if the metal on a piece has gone green, it’s called verdigris. This can fatally compromise the metal, meaning that the pieces may fall apart. You can treat it with oil to stop spreading but it will not improve the condition of the metal. Pause before buying these pieces unless you plan to upcycle them into something else.
Better Off Duds510A 33rd St. WestOwner: Nicola TabbFavourite piece: Vintage Owl necklace by Sarah Coventry jewelry
The history: Sarah Coventry was a “hostess party” jewellery line made by Emmons Home Fashions and was most popular in the 1950s and 1960s. This classic owl necklace is as popular today as it was when it was introduced.
What to wear it with: As with most state-ment necklaces, wear a solid or subtle print as a background to make it really stand out. You can also fully embrace the theme and find an owl-print dress to pair it with.
Vintage shopping tip: Don’t be scared by clothing size tags since sizing has changed considerably over the decades. If you love it, try it on, and if it almost works then consider taking it to a local tailor; the quality of workmanship and fabric in a good vintage piece is bound to last you for years.
Flashback Clothing Collective6-115 3rd Ave. SouthOwner: Shanon BowersFavourite pieces: An Austrian Garnet
brooch and an Italian Mosaic brooch (Flashback specializes in clothes instead of jewellery, so Shanon brought in some personal pieces to show us.)
The history: “The extremely rare Austrian Garnet brooch dates back to 1880–1900 and belonged to my grandmother who was born in 1880. The Italian Mosaic brooch was made at the turn of the last century and is very much a ‘little work of art.’ Tiny pieces of glass arranged into flowers, the metalwork, etc. That work-manship is not seen these days.”
What to wear it with: The Mosaic brooch looks spectacular placed at the neck of a high collared blouse and paired with a tweed blazer.
Vintage shopping tip: Condition is so important. If it’s an easy fix on a garment, such as a ripped seam, then go ahead and buy it. However, if the item has been stained or been altered to death, it may not be a good investment.
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food+drinkfood+drinkApricot stew (yields 2L; serves 5-6 people)2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil1 large onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 cup dried apricots, halved1.5 cups local green lentils, rinsed1 cup local chick peas, soaked, cooked and drained5 cups vegetable stock1/2 tbsp whole cumin1/2 tbsp dried thyme2 tomatoes, diced1/2 cup good quality white wineSalt and pepper to taste
Heat oil in medium-sized stock pot over medium heat and add onion, garlic, apricots, thyme and cumin, cooking un-til onions are soft.
Add white wine and reduce until almost evaporated. Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer on low until lentils are soft and most of the liquid in absorbed.
Prairie Ink Restaurant and Bakery Head Chef Justin O’Reilly was raised on wild game and fish that his dad hunted or caught and butchered himself.
“Eating local is really all I knew growing up,” O’Reilly says. “I don’t even remember eat-ing store-bought meat until I was 12. Burgers and steaks in the summer were always deer.”
Since taking over as head chef at Prai-rie Ink just over one year ago from Clint Flamand (now the GM there), they’ve gone through some major menu changes.
“My main focus is on simple, fresh fla-vours and nutrition,” O’Reilly says. “‘Let the food you eat be your medicine’ is what I live and cook by.”
Self-taught but with a diploma in Cu-linary Arts and a certificate in nutrition, O’Reilly is currently working on a diploma in Nutritional Therapy.
“My goal as a chef is to help my custom-ers understand that food can help facilitate recovery and improve health for people with cancer, osteoporosis, stress, addic-tions, insomnia, depression and much more. Eat quality foods, be healthy and be happy—it’s simple!”
Duck BreastScore the fat of the duck breast on an angle, being careful not to cut into the meat (this will help the skin become nice and crispy).Season the breast generously with salt and pepper.In a smoking hot sauté pan, sear the breast skin side down until crisp and brown. Flip and continue cooking for 3 min. in a preheated oven (450F/230C).Pull breast out of the oven and allow to rest on a side plate for about 3-5 min.Slice on an angle right before serving.
For plating
Place finished stew in the centre of the plate (as much or as little as you want) with sliced duck right on top. For a nice garnish (as well as additional freshness), scrunch arugula or micro greens of your choice tossed in lemon juice and oil right on top of duck.Drizzle Saskatoon berry molasses on the duck and around the plate to bring the dish to a new level!
Seared Duck Breast w/ Apricot
Lentil Stew By Justin O’Reilly
Saskatoon Berry Molasses
Equal parts berries, water and sugar (1 cup each suggested)
Combine berries, water and sugar in a pot and reduce until syrup coats the back of a spoon. Strain before using.
Text by Paul Miazga
Photos by Greer Frances (greerfrances.com)
Prairie Ink 3130 8th St. East, 306-955-3579; www.prairieinkrestaurant.ca
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Classic Italian Dining With a Modern Twist at
1.Weczeria Food & Wine (ranked #34)Owner: Dan Walker; head chef: Todd Clark; cuisine:
French bistro; www.weczeriarestaurant.ca; @WeczeriaWalker has become a sine qua non among Saskatoon
foodies for his approach and devotion to local produce. He’s a huge supporter of the Saskatoon Farmers’ Market, which he frequents to buy goods for the restaurant. The menu changes daily, but past treats have included Lake Diefenbaker Steel-head Trout and Fish Dip with Pickled Onions (pictured).
2. Memories Fine Dining (#45)Chefs/owners: Thomas Siarkos and Nik Selimos;
cuisine: Greek/Mediterranean; memoriesdining.com; @Thomas195855
This Regina restaurant is well-known for its welcom-ing atmosphere and mouth-watering menu selections. The Rack of Lamb consistently receives high praise.
3. Duck Duck Goose (#49) Chef: Aman Saleh; cuisine: Spanish tapas;
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Saskatchewan eateries listed among Canada’s best*5
Bell ‘n’ Whistle Bar & Bistro 243 2nd Ave. South, 306-931-4411Gastro-pub food in the old Royal Bank building (vault doors and all) from Hanosh Dubash, the head chef at Saboroso. Downtown (map 2, p. 33, F6). Open Mon–Sat from 11am, Sun from 10am. $$
Bottega Trattoria 110 2nd Ave. North, 306-954-2932; on Facebook: BottegaTrattoriaMaster Chef Amedeo Vallati presents his take on au-thentic Italian dining using fresh, simple ingredients. Downtown (map 2, D6). Open Mon–Sat 11am–11pm; Sunday hours tba. $$
Brothers Restaurant 325 Ave. C South, 306-649-8888Dim sum said to rival the city’s best and a deep list of other staples from the old country. Riversdale (map 2, F3). Open Mon–Sat 11am–10am. $
Cesar’s Cakes & Cafe 11-3000 Diefenbaker Dr., 306-244-1188Filipino arroz caldo (chicken soup with rice), kare kare (beef and veg in a peanut stew), tokwat baboy (steamed pork and fried tofu) and more at this out-of-the-way space. Confederation (map 1, p. 32, G3). Open Tue–Sat 8am–8pm, Sun 8am–5pm $
Lam Trieu Phat 320 Ave. C South, 306-384-6696; Mostly Vietnamese dishes (noodle bowls, spring rolls, etc.), plus some Chinese selections. Riversdale (map 2, F3). Open daily 11am–10pm. $
Mystic Java 128A 4th Ave. South, 306-954-2404Go to the Affinity Building for this café featuring live mu-sic, light lunches and simple desserts. Downtown (map 2, E6). Open Mon–Fri 7am–8pm, Sat 10am–6pm. $
Spicy Bite 113 3rd Ave. South, 306-373-4747 Restaurateur Afzal Rana has opened a bigger, more upscale version of his popular South Asian cuisine eatery in the Drinkle Building. Downtown (map 2, E6). Open Tue–Sat 11am–10pm. $$
Key: $ - meals under $15; $$ - $15–30; $$$ - over $35
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Vacay.ca Top 5 for 2013:1. Joe Beef (Montreal; www.joebeef.ca). French, steak and seafood2. Langdon Hall (Cam-bridge, ON; www.lang-donhall.ca). Contempo-rary Canadian3. VIJ’s (Vancouver; www.vijs.ca) Italian, fusion4. Atelier (Ottawa; www.atelierrestaurant.ca). Mi-crogastronomy, modern5. Charcut Roast House (Calgary; www.charcut.com). Charcuterie
Intriguing creations abound on their menu, including Duck Poutine and Bacalao fritters. This spot gets almost as much attention for its creativity as for its impressive cocktail list. Try the Charcuterie platter, featuring house-cured Duck Prosciutto and jamon from Fermin, Spain.
4. The Willow on Wascana (#74)Chef: Tim Davies; cuisine: contemporary Canadian;
www.willowonwascana.caThis quaint space in Regina is often recommended by
epicureans for the quality of its cuisine. Tuck into the pork tenderloin—a stand out amid the myriad comfort eats here.
5. Prairie Harvest Café (#77)Chef/co-owner: Michael McKeown; cuisine: con-
temporary fusion; prairieharvestcafe.comObscure location, mismatched chairs and décor, but
a diamond in the rough that keeps getting better. McKe-own, like Walker, is a fixture at the SFM. Treat yourself to the handmade perogies or their signature PH Lasagna.
*As determined by the travel website vacay.ca.
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FRENCH
Genesis 901 22nd St. West, 306-244-5516Have at the crab Rangoon and succulent lemon chicken that’s to die for. Speedy delivery service too. Open Mon–Sat 11am–9pm. $$
Jin Jin Dumpling Cuisine 416 20th St. West, 306-244-1891 The sign out front reads “to feed the snake,” which here implies dumplings (pan-fried and steamed) and other things prepared “whole.” If unsure what to order, look for items on the menu circled in blue pen. Open Mon–Thu 9:30am–10:30pm, Fri–Sun 9:30am–11:30pm. $
Lin’s Kitchen 316 Ave. C South, 306-244-1330Szechuan and Hunanese cooking; several daily specials on the wipe board. Lunches for under $10. Open daily 10:30am–3pm, 5–10:30pm. $
Mandarin Restaurant 245 20th St. West, 306-244-1818One of the city’s tried-and-true places for dim sum, Mandarin is a showstopper on the weekends with lineups out the door. Order ahead for their Peking Duck or try any fresh seafood entrées. Open Thu–Tue 11am–8pm. $$
Oriental Aroma 928 8th St. East, 306-477-7757Set in a small commercial space just off Clarence Avenue. Open daily 11am–10pm. $$
Szechuan Kitchen 835 Broadway Ave., 306-664-8668; szechuankitchen.caA busy eatery with daily specials and worth a visit. Open Sun–Thu 11am–9:30pm, Fri–Sat 11am–10:30pm. $$
Taste Legend 423 20th St. West, 306-665-3388Some of the city’s most authentic old-world Chinese cuisine. Noodles are made fresh, and the style tends towards northern Chinese and Szechuan fare. Open Thu–Tue 11am–9pm. $
Tsui King Lao Expect prompt, friendly service and great food at this spot next to Konga Kafe. Nicely varied selection of seafood and hot pot ideas, plus Peking Duck, spicy ginger beef and vegetarian mains. $Open Tue–Sat 11am–9:30pm, Sun 11am–9pm208 Ave. H North, 665-8866
Yip Hong’s Dim Sum 1501 8th St. East, 306-956-3375Get here early on weekends to avoid the lineups for their dim sum, which many say is the best around. Open $$
EE BurritosOpen Mon–Thu 10am–9pm,
Fri 10am–2:30am, Sat 11am–9pm102 Ave. P South, 343-6264
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Fuzion Sushi & Deli 2-100 2nd Ave. South, 306-244-2005Serving up various types of sushi rolls, rice and noodle bowls, plus bubble tea. Open Mon–Sat 10:30am–9pm. $
Go for Sushi 2105 8 St. East, 306-931-8898All-you-can-eat sushi on the east side (next to Doug’s Spoke ‘n’ Sport). Open daily 11am–10pm. $
Nisen 240 22nd St. East, 306-653-8188All-you-can-eat sushi right downtown. Open Tue–Sun 11am–9:30pm. $
Otowa 227 2nd Ave. South, 651-3888Popular as a lunch spot (most business lunches under $12), especially for teriyaki beef and salmon dishes. Open Mon–Sat 11am–9pm. $$
Samurai 601 Spadina Cres. East, 306-683-6926True Japanese teppan yaki—with all the flair (in the Delta Bessborough Hotel). Open daily 5–10pm. $$$
JAPANESE & KOREAN
Sushiro 737B 10th St. East, 306-665-5557; www.sushiro.com The Broadway area’s best for sushi and eclectic Japanese fare. Reservations recommended. Open Mon–Sat 5pm–midnight. $$$
Seoul 334 20th St. West, 306-652-2310; www.seoulsaskatoon.comKorean kimchee and table-top barbecue with traditional (and free) appetizers to start. Open Mon–Sat 11am–9pm. $$
EUROPEAN
Aroma 405 20th St. East (Radisson Hotel), 306-667-2358Wood oven-fired pizzas (half-priced on Wednesdays), steaks and truly iconic Mediterranean-inspired dishes, with vegan and gluten-free menu options. Open daily 6:30am–2pm and 4:30–10pm. $$
Duck Duck Goose Tapas Bar 616 10th St. East, 306-649-3825; http://duckduckgoosetapas.comThe only place in town to get Spanish tapas. And some smashing cocktails. Open Mon–Fri 4pm–midnight, Sat 11am–midnight. $$
German Concordia Club 160 Cartwright St. (off Lorne Ave. South), 306-244-6869; www.saskatoongermanculturalcentre.ca Schnitzel, sausages, struedel and German beers. Open Tue–Sat 11am–9pm; Sun 11am–2pm (brunch), 5–9pm (supper). $$
Touch of Ukraine 2401D 22nd St. West, 306-382-7774. Hearty Ukrainian standards in the buffet (perogies, cabbage rolls, etc.) Open Wed–Fri 11:45–2pm (lunch), 4:30am–7:30pm (supper). $
St. Tropez Bistro 238 2nd Ave. South, 306-652-1250; www.sainttropezbistro.caSimple, refined and attentive to detail, St. Tropez Bistro presents French fusion of a sort, with regional influences found in dishes using house-grown herbs, vegetables and flowers. Open Wed–Sun 4–11pm. $$$
TrufflesBistro 230 21st St. East, 306-373-7779; www.trufflesbistro.caParisian charm, superb brunches and three-course Table d’hôte, plus impeccable service create one of Saskatoon’s most beloved restaurants. Chef Lee Helman calls it, “Progressive French cuisine; respectful of tradition.” Open Mon–Fri 11:30am–3pm (lunch); Mon–Sat 5pm (dinner); Sat 10am–2:30pm, Sun 10:30am–2pm (brunch). $$$
MEXICANAmigo’s Cantina 806 Dufferin Ave., 306-652-4912; www.amigoscantina.comMexican food by day, live music by night. Open Mon–Sat 11:30am–2am, Sun 11:30am–midnight. $$
Las Palapas Resort Grill 901 Victoria Ave., 306-244-5556; http://laspalapas.caGo for the food, return for the atmosphere. Open daily 11am–11pm. $$
La Bamba Café 3-1025 Boychuk Dr., 306-242-2622; www.labambarestaurant.caIt’s often packed because that’s how good the food is. Open Sun–Thu 4–8pm, Fri–Sat 11:45am–8:30pm. $$
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CAFÉS & DINERS
Caffé Sola 38 23rd St. East, 306-244-5344; caffesola.ca Sunny space with Mediterranean-inspired lunches. Open daily 8am–6pm. $$
Christie’s Il Secondo 802C Broadway Ave., 306-384-0506; on Facebook: Christies-Il-SecondoGrab a seat outside or in the window and tuck into pizza or panini. Open Tue–Sat 10am–8pm. $$
d’Lish by Tish Café 702A 14th St. East, 306-652-5483; on Facebook: livingdlishA sublime hideaway in the Broadway district. Open daily 8am–10pm. $
Earth Bound Bakery and Deli 220-1820 8th St. East, 306-955-2184; earthboundbakery.blogspot.caA top city bakery with memorable sammys and soups. Open Tue–Sat 9am–5pm. $$
TheGriffinTakeaway10-33118th St. East, 306-933-3385; www.thegriffintakeaway.com Unbeatable takeaway options for gluten-free baked goods or lunches, with many vegan options too. Open Mon–Sat 10am–7pm. $$
JaKe’s on 21st 307 21st St. East, 306-373-8383; www.jakeson21st.caA busy downtown lunch spot. Open Mon–Fri 8am–5pm. $$
Poached Breakfast Bistro 259 2nd Ave. South, 306-651-2255Stuffed French toast, maple pecan bacon and other sumptuous breakfasts. Open daily 8am–2pm. $$
Broadway Roastery Two locations: 614C Broadway Ave., 306-652-8888; 2318 8th St. East, 306-955-7434; www.broadwayroastery.com In-house roasts and loose-leaf teas, plus lots of reading material and people taking it slow. Open daily 8am–8pm. $$
City Perks 801 7th Ave. North, 306-664-2060; www.cityperks.caGorgeously lit since the renovations and buzzing as ever. Open Mon–Fri 7:30am–8pm, Sat–Sun 10am–6pm. $
Collective Coffee 220B 20th St. West; www.collectivecoffee.com Set inside the 220 co-work space, it’s the trendy place to meet up in Riversdale. Fresh sandwiches and baked goods. Open Mon–Fri 8am–6pm, Sat–Sun 10am–6pm. $
Museo Coffee Two locations: 950 Spadina Cres. East; 730A Broadway Ave., 306-651-3933; www.museocoffee.com European styling and service in the Mendel Art Gallery and on Broadway. Open daily 8am–6pm. $
Underground Café 430 20th St. West, 306-370-7963; on Facebook: theundergroundcafe430 Tasty panini and semi-secluded outdoor space. Open Mon–Sat 8am–6pm, Sun 10am–6pm. $
Broadway Café 814 Broadway Ave., 306-652-8244It’s where to go for pancake stacks, milk shakes and poutine. Open Mon–Wed 9am–8pm, Thu–Sat 9am–9pm; Sun 8am–8pm. $
Kelly’s Kafé 2520 Jasper Ave., 306-374-7525 Nothing but home-cooked goodness for cheap in this quirky truck stop. Open Mon–Fri 7am–3pm, Sat–Sun 8am–2pm. $
Park Café 512 20th St. West, 306-652-6781; parkcafe.ca As classic a diner experience as it gets. Open daily 8am–4pm. $
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Soups, sandwiches, desserts & baked goods made from the freshest of ingredients
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VIETNAMESEGLOBAL
Afghan Kabob & Donair 3-100 2nd Ave. South, 306-477-2255The full menus is worth a sit-down meal instead of just a grab-and-go kebab. Open Mon–Sat 11am–10pm. $
Konga Café 204 Ave. H North, 306-244-7867; www.kongacafe.comThe place to go for classic Jamaican jerk chicken or banana fritters. Open Tue–Sat 11am–9pm, Fri–Sat 11am–11pm. $
Mardi Gras Grill 239 Idylwyld Dr. South, 306-382-1795; on Facebook: mardigrasgrillrestaurantCajun and creole po’ boys with gator meat, fried green tomatoes seafood etouffé. Open Tue–Wed noon–9pm, Thu–Sun 11am–10pm. $$
Lebanese Kitchen 1206 Emerson Ave., 306-242-8892 Great falafels, hummus and tabbouleh, but also meat pies (fatayer) and more. Open Mon–Sat 11am–9pm. $
Leyda’s 112 20th St. West, 306-244-0707; on Facebook: leydas Gluten- and nut-free “experiential” cooking. Flowing, open kitchen design. Health-positive choices on their simple menu. Open Tue–Sat 11am–10pm. $$
Saba’s African Cuisine 901 22nd St. West, 306-933-4447Use the bread, called injera, and with your hands scoop up spicy servings of delicious Ethiopian/Eritrean food. Open Tue–Sun 4:30–10:30pm. $$
Wanuskewin Restaurant Wanuskewin Heritage Park (5 min. north of the city on Wanuskewin Road), 306-931-6767; www.wanuskewin.comExecutive chef Kevin Merasty presents “First Nations cuisine with a modern flair.” Delicious game meats, bannock, bison burgers and muskeg tea. Worth the drive out. Open daily 9am–4:30pm, holidays 11am–4:30pm. $
The Woods Ale House 148 2nd Ave. North, 306-652-5883; www.woodsalehouse.comCraft beers from micro-brewery Paddock Wood, plus good ats and live music. Open Mon–Thu 11am–midnight, Fri–Sat 11am–2am. $$
Black Pepper 5-1501 8th St. East, 306-244-6777; on Facebook: Black-Pepper-Restaurant A welcome stop for curry or chapatis on the city’s east side. Open Tue–Fri 11:30am–2pm, Fri–Sat 5–9pm. $
Mogul Divaan 2115 22nd St. West, 306-343-5005; www.moguldivaan.comThis Pakistani spot produces a delicious buffet fresh daily and strictly adheres to old family recipes in all dishes. Open Tue–Sat 11:30am–10pm, Sun 11:30am–9pm. $
Passage to India 440 2nd Ave. North, 306-477-7164Simple and satisfying Indian food just north of the downtown. Open Mon–Sat 11am–2:30pm (lunch), 4:30–8:30pm (supper). $$
Spicy Bite 4-3401 8th St. East, 306-373-4747; www.myspicybite.com Nice Pakistani mains and desserts at the buffets for lunch and supper. Open Sun–Thu 11am–10pm, Fri–Sat 11am–11pm. SS
Taj Mahal 5-157 2nd Ave. North, 306-978-2227; www.tajmahalsaskatoon.caThe best in Saskatoon for nearly 30 years. Open Tue–Fri 11:30am–1:30pm (lunch), Tue–Sun from 5pm (supper). $$$
Ding Dong 105 21st St. East, 306-664-2232For downtown diners looking to grab quick and authentic Vietnamese, or pan-Asian cuisine, head to this spot in the beautiful Canada Building. Open Mon–Sat 11am–8pm. $
Jasmine 510 Circle Dr. East, 306-244-9956One of several out-of-the-way Vietnamese spots in the city’s north industrial area. Open Mon–Sat 11am–8pm. $$
Saigon Rose 69 24th St. East, 306-242-1351A long-time staple among fans for their spring rolls and noodle bowls. Open Mon–Sat 11am–8pm. $
Saskatoon Asian 136 2nd Ave. South, 306-665-5959Serving a mix of Vietnamese, Chinese, Thai, etc., this upstairs dining space is sunny and always busy at lunch. Open Mon-Sat 11am–2:30pm (lunch), 4:30–9pm (supper). $$
Spicy Garden 1501 8th St. East, 306-373-8585; www.spicygarden.ca Cheap, flavourful eats in a busy strip mall. Open Tue–Thu 11am–8pm, Fri–Sat 11am–9pm, Sun 11am–8pm. $
Thien Vietnam 123 3rd Ave. South, 306-653-2288Cheap and tasty noodle bowls, satays and soups keep Thien packed every lunch hour. Open Mon–Sat 10am–9:30pm, Sun 11am–9:30pm. $
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EE Burritos 102 Ave. P South, 306-343-6264; www.eeburritos.comStart and end your Friday night here with salsa parties (namely dancing). This spot was recently featured on The Food Network Canada. Open Mon–Thu 10am–9pm, Fri 10am–2:30am, Sat 11am–9pm. $$
Saboroso Brazilian Steakhouse 40-2600 8th St. East, 306-249-4454; www.saboroso.caReserve well ahead of time to enjoy skewers of juicy beef Brazilian-style from the rodizio. Open Mon–Thu from 4:30pm, Fri–Sat from 4pm, Sun 10:30am–2pm. $$
Il Salici Ristorante 382 Cartwright St., 306-956-1100; www.willowsgolf.com. Rustic Italian fare at the Willow’s Golf Course. Open Mon–Sat 11am–2pm (lunch), 5–10pm (supper), Sun 10am–2pm (brunch). $$
Mediterranno 119 3rd Ave. South, 306-244-4777; www.mediterranno.comBeautifully restored space in the 100-year-old Drinkle No. 3 building, with skylight and 1930s-era chandeliers. Two-for-one pizzas on Thursday nights, tantalyzing Greek and French mains. Open Mon–Thu 11am–9pm; Fri 11am–10pm; Sat 4–10pm. $$
Taverna 219 21st St. East, 306-652-6366A staple for Italian dining in the city centre for decades, Taverna offers a taste of Italy at reasonable prices. Daily specials on the wipeboard outside. Open Mon–Fri 11am–5pm, Sat–Sun 5–10pm. $$
Two Gun Quiche House 35 20th St. West, 306-380-5209; on Facebook: Two-Gun-Quiche-House The story behind the name is as intriguing as Red Seal Chef Bill Mathews’ food. Quiche is the signature dish, but try it with the house-made Italian pork sausage. Soon to feature evening dining. Open Tue–Sat 8am–4pm. $
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FINE/FUSION DINING
12 Grill At Greenbryre; 306-373-7600; www.twelvegrill.comRegal dining, an inviting wine list and chaffeured limo service. Open Mon–Sat 10:30am–2pm (lunch), Wed–Sat from 5pm, Sun 10am–2pm. $$$
Bliss Fine Food 1002 Broadway Ave., 306-477-2077www.blissfinefood.comAppetizers, salads and mains with a touch of the elegant. Open Tue–Sat 11am–2pm (lunch) and from 5pm. $$$
Calories 721 Broadway Ave., 306-665-7991; www.caloriesrestaurants.comAn ever-changing menu using locally produced foods. Ample wine list and a dessert menu with a reputation. Open Mon–Sat 10am–11pm; Sun 10am–5pm. $$$
Earl’s 610 2nd Ave. North, 306-664-4060; www.earls.caAn iconic version of the global franchise (in the old McGavin’s Bread Building), Earl’s wins praise for its food, as for its lounge and draught beer pub. Open daily from 11:30am. $$
The Hollows 334 Ave. C South, 306-652-1505; thehollows.caOne of the city’s most eclectic restaurants. Open Wed–Thu 3–10pm, Fri–Sat 11am–3pm, 5–11pm, Sun 11am–2pm. $$$
Rembrandt’s 243 21st St. East, 306-244 8555; www.rembrandts.caEdwardian décor, attentive service, delicious food and the city’s deepest wine list. Open Mon–Thu 7am–11pm, Fri 7am–midnight, Sat 8am–midnight, Sun 10am–2pm. $$$
Weczeria Food & Wine 820 Broadway Ave., 306-933-9600; www.weczeriarestaurant.caAn ever-changing menu filled with locally sourced food means signature creations. Open daily from 5pm. $$$
Daily food specialsTasty vegetarian meals
Local & international draught beersBroadway’s best rooftop patio
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SE ASIANGolden Pagoda 411 2nd Ave. North, 306-668-9114; www.goldenpagoda.caThe coconut chicken soup is legendary. Open Mon–Fri 11am–2pm (lunch), Mon–Sat 5–9pm (supper). $$
Keo’s 1013 Broadway Ave., 306-652-2533Feast on Lao, Thai and Cambodian food all in one spot. Open Sun–Mon 4:30–10pm, Tue–Sat 11am–2pm (lunch), 4:30–9pm (supper). $$
Noodle King & Ice Cream Queen 803 2nd Ave. North, 306-979-4233; www.noodleking.caAn unlikely combination of pan-Asian noodle shop (where they hand-pull all the noodles while you watch) and gelateria (more than 40 flavours of gelato). Open daily 11am–9pm. $
Red Pepper 145 3rd Ave. South, 306-477-1977Emphasizing Vietnamese, Thai and other Asian dishes to the downtown dining scene. Open Mon-Sat 11am–8pm. $
Ricebowl Fusion 516 33rd St. West, 306-933-2889; www.rice-bowl.caFrom Korean glass noodles to Japanese udon and beyond. Located near SIAST Kelsey campus.Open Mon–Fri 11am–2:30pm (lunch), Mon–Fri 5–9pm and Sat 4–9pm (supper). $
Royal Thai 2-325 3rd Ave. North, 306-244-8424; www.come.to/RoyalThaiUnbeatable Thai curries, noodle dishes and more besides. Open Mon–Sat 11am–9pm, Sun 4–9pm (closed holidays). $
Sawadee Bistro 101-129 2nd Ave. North, 306-652-5367Pleasant service, spacious and spice to take your breath away. Open Tue–Fri 11:30am–2:30pm (lunch), 4:30–9:30pm (supper), Sat 11:30am–9pm. $$
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Carver’s Steakhouse 612 Spadina Cres. East, 306-652-8292; www.carverssteakhouse.caThe city’s best steaks and dozens of special-order wines. In the Sheraton Cavalier Hotel. Open daily 5–10pm. $$$
The Granary 2806 8th St. East, 306-373-6655; www.thegranary.com Look for the mini grain elevator to find prime rib and a fresh salad bar. Open Mon–Thu 5–10pm, Fri–Sat 4:30–11pm, Sun 5–9pm. $$
The Keg 1110 Grosvenor Ave., 306-653-3633; www.thekegsteakhouse.com New York, prime rib, sirloin, etc., as you like it, plus a great Caesar salad. Reservations recommended. Open Mon–Thu 4:30–10:30pm, Fri–Sun 4:30–11:30pm. $$$
The Hub 101 Pacific Ave., 306-986-5000Ideal for food or drinks before or after an event at TCU Place. In the Holiday Inn. Open daily 6:30am–11pm. $$
Manos on 8th 200-1820 8th St. East, 306-955-5555; manos.caGreek accents to classic North American dining. Open Mon–Fri 11am–midnight, Fri–Sat 11am–1:30am, Sun 10am–midnight. $$
Saskatoon Station Place 221 Idylwyld Dr., 306-244-7777; saskatoonstationplace.com Unique dining in two old rail passenger wagons. Tiffany-accented decor adds to the charm. Open Mon–Sat 10:30am–10:30pm, Sun 9:30am–8:30pm. $$
WoodfireGrill 152 2nd Ave. South, 306-653-7437; on Facebook: WoodfireGrillDowntownSaskatoonChef Matt Schryer has a tasty, 100% gluten-free menu and daily lunch specials. Open Mon–Sat 11am–1am, Sun noon–10pm. $
So, summer has finally come to its fruition! Super-market shelves and farmers’ market tables all over the land are bursting with an abundance of glorious fresh fruits of all kinds, opening the door to a plethora of cocktails and punches.
The easiest thing would have been to give you 3–4 fruits mixed with 3–4 spirits, but for this month I want-ed something more, something with a real identity—something that has become a part of history in the same way that the Greeks wrote about the discovery of wine on their conquering journeys through Persia.
And given that we are in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and with the start of another great season in full flow, there can only be only one beverage.
The recipe below has been handed down over gen-erations, and whilst my research threw up a number of variations, sources tell me this is perhaps the most historically correct. If, like the Greeks, you are a visitor to our lands, take this home as a gift and know that you are taking with you a truly wonderful part of the Prairie identity!
You will need…1 robust watermelon, medium sized 1 bottle Lucky Bastard vodka (or another of good quality, e.g. Last Mountain)1 funnel
(This is known as the “funnel and cork method”)
Using a sharp knife cut a circle (also known as a plug) in the skin of the watermelon large enough for the funnel tofit, andcuttingdeepenough torevealtheredflesh,whichneedstobeincontactwith the bottle for this method to work! Keep the skin “plug” to be re-used later for preventing spill-age and transporting the melon to the relevant party! Some may choose to cut a thin slice from the base to enable the melon to stand alone, but takecarenottocutthefleshorseepagewillresult.
Gradually poor the vodka into the hole, and once thefleshisfullysaturatedreplacetheplugsnugly.Cool thoroughly in the refrigerator or freezer.
To serve, slice the watermelon generously and distribute to good friends!
LB Distillers vodka (available at LB Distillers, In-gredients Artisan Market, SLGA; from $37.77) www.luckybastard.ca;www.ingredientsartisanmarket.com
Last Mountain vodka (at the Saskatoon Farmers’ Market; from $38) www.lastmountaindistillery.com; www.saskatoonfarmersmarkets.com
Mike Tory is a professional sommelier and the In-gredients Artisan Market wine guy. He has written for Wine Spectator and CellarTracker.com.
In Riderville, Use Melonhead Know-howText by Mike Tory
VEGETARIAN
Garlic Guru 410 Ave. A South (in the Saskatoon Farmers’ Market), 306-370-0033; www.garlicguru.ca The Garlic Guru offers satisfying and healthy vegetarian soups, salads and snack items all made fresh using local market ingredients. Open Tue–Fri 10am–5pm, Sat 8am–2pm, Sun 10am–3pm. $
2nd Avenue Bar & Grill 123 2nd Ave. South, 306-244-9899; www.2ndavegrill.com. $$
6Twelve Lounge 612 Spadina Cres. East (in the Sheraton Cavalier Hotel), 306-652-6770; 6twelve.ca. $$$
Flint Saloon 259 2nd Ave. South, 306-651-2255; flintsaloon.com. $$$
The James Hotel Lobby Bar 620 Spadina Cres. East, 306-244-6446; www.thejameshotel.ca. $$$
StaQatto Piano Bar 416 21st St. East, 306-244-8877; www.tusq.ca. $$
Spadina Freehouse 608 Spadina Cres. East, 306-668-1000; www.thefreehouse.com. $$
Winston’s English Pub 243 21st St. East, 306-374-7468; www.winstonspub.ca. $$
The Yard & Flagon 718 Broadway Ave., 306-653-8883; www.yardandflagon.ca. $$
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OUTDOOR SWIMMING POOLS1. George Ward Pool Spot the little hill and stand of mighty aspens outside this east side pool. Gets busy only on the hottest days. (1915 5th St. East; 306-975-3350)
2. Lathey Swimming Pool Splash about in the water or have a picnic on the grass; located near JS Wood Library and a huge park with soccer fields. (815 Taylor St., 306-975-3333)
3. Mayfair Pool Located in Ashworth Holmes Park this smallish space has recently undergone extensive renovations. (1025 Ave. F North, 306-975-3352)
4. Riversdale Pool The busiest of the city outdoor pools owing to its scenic setting in Victoria Park, waterslide and ample space (in the pool and out). (822 Ave. H South, 306-975-3353)
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Tourist AttractionsA. Forestry Farm Park/Saskatoon Zoo(map 1, E11; off Attridge Dr.)B. Meewasin Valley Centre(G6; 402 3rd Ave. South)C. Mendel Art Gallery & Civic Conservatory(B9; 950 Spadina Cres. East, 306-975-7610)D. Saskatoon Farmers’ Market(G4; 410 Ave. A South)E. Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan(B9; behind the Mendel Art Gallery)F. Ukrainian Museum of Canada(C8; 910 Spadina Cres. East, 306-244-3800)G. University of Saskatchewan campus(map 1, G8; along College Dr.)H. Wanuskewin Heritage Park(map 1, A9; 5 min. north on Wanuskewin Rd.)I. The Weir (map 1, F8; north on Spadina Cres. East)J. Western Development Museum(map 1, K4; 2610 Lorne Ave.)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONSBessborough Hotel and Gardens Saskatoon’s “Castle on the River,” the “Bess” is arguably the city’s most photographed landmark, intentionally designed by Montreal architects Archibald and 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; www.lightsource.ca.
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 our 13th Prime Minister, John G. Diefenbaker. Free admission. Open Mon–Fri 9am–4:30pm. 101 Diefenbaker Place (U of S campus), 306-966-8384; www.usask.ca/diefenbaker
Forestry Farm Park and Saskatoon Zoo Open year-round, this designated National Historic Site is home to indigenous plants and animals, plus exotic creatures from similar climates. Call for tours of the former Superintendent’s Residence and grounds (249-1315). Off Attridge Dr., 306-975-3382; www.saskatoon.ca/go/zoo.
Kiwanis Park & Vimy Memorial Bandshell Found along
Spadina Crescent East is this tribute to the city’s war veterans. The Vimy Memorial bandshell, south of the Delta Bessborough Hotel, honours WWI veterans. A large water fountain just north of the hotel remembers those who died in WWII. The surrounding park also remembers noteworthy Saskatonians Denny Carr and 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 and holidays noon–5pm. 402 3rd Ave. South, 306-665-6888; www.meewasin.com.
Mendel Art Gallery and Civic Conservatory The city’s premier contemporary and classic art gallery. More than 6,000 works by local and national artists; new exhibitions regularly. Gift shop, the Civic Conservatory and café. Free admission. Open daily 9am–9pm. 950 Spadina Cres. East, 306-975-7610; www.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.
Saskatchewan Railway Museum A wide collection of engines, passenger wagons and other rolling stock at this seasonal open-air space. Just south on Hwy 7 on the Pike Lake Road (Hwy 60), 306-382-9855; www.saskrailmuseum.org
Ukrainian Museum of Canada Dedicated to the Ukrainian settlers who contributed in large measure to the development of the prairies. Displays of embroidered fabrics, wood carvings, decorated Easter eggs and ceramics. Open Tue–Sat 10am–5pm, Sun 1–5pm. 910 Spadina Cres. East, 306-244-3800; www.umc.sk.ca.
Wanuskewin Heritage Park The Northern Plains Cree have 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. Galleries, a theatre, restaurant serving First Nations cuisine and gift shop. Paid admission. Open daily 9am–4:30pm, 11am–4:30pm on holidays. 5km north on Wanuskewin Road, 306-931-6767; www.wanuskewin.com
Western Development Museum Go back in time with a visit to the WDM’s 1910 Boomtown. More than 30 buildings—wiith a general store, blacksmith shop and jail—recreate the scene of a typical prairie town in the early 20th century. One of three such museum province-wide. Open Tue–Sun 9am–5pm. 2610 Lorne Ave., 306-931-1910; www.wdm.ca.
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Proudly UkrainianText by Olga BondarenkoPhoto by Greer Frances
Last month, my friend Iryna reposted a Facebook message regarding an event planned by Saskatoon’s Ukrainian community—the move of a monument to Lesya Ukrainka on the U of S campus. I didn’t even know there was such a monument here.
The statue was commissioned in 1976 by the As-sociation for Cultural Relations of the USSR, and at that time the gift was seen by some as an attempt to whitewash the injustices perpetrated by the So-viet Union on Ukrainians. The statue was initially rejected by the Province of Saskatchewan and the City of Saskatoon before the university accepted her despite protests on campus against it.
When it comes to famous Ukrainians, most for-eigners might recall the name of national poet and hero Taras Shevchenko. Shevchenko tops all popular-ity lists simply because he was an enormous figure in Ukrainian literature and history; other writers or poets remain largely unknown abroad.
Lesya Ukrainka’s significance to the Ukrainian nation is somewhat lesser than Shevchenko’s but is still worthy of note. She used a pseudonym (“Ukrainka” literally means “a Ukrainian woman”) to sign her works, both to protect herself from tsarist repression on free thinkers and political activists in the Russian Empire during the late 19th and early 20th century, but also to clearly identify herself as Ukrainian at a time when the language was being repressed. Her works reflect a deep concern for the future of the Ukrainian people, the revolutionary struggle of Ukraine and her love of the land.
Ukrainka saw her purpose as awakening the patriotic feelings of her homeland. She proved, as did Shevchen-ko, that the Ukrainian language contains incredible beauty and power, and while her life was cut short by poor health (she suffered from bone tuberculosis most of her life), she had a warrior’s spirit and fought for the advancement of political, civil and women’s rights.
I went to see the statue, which now stands near the main entrance to the Murray Library on campus (it will have been officially unveiled on Aug. 1). It was pleasing to me to see a beautiful monument to this outstanding Ukrainian figure. It is a cultural anchor of sorts, a place in Saskatoon that offers me a moment of contem-plation about who I am and why I proudly call myself Ukrainian. Today, 100 years since Lesya’s passing, her words continue to be a source of inspiration.
Contra spem speroThoughts, away, you heavy clouds of autumn!For now springtime comes, agleam with gold!Shall thus in grief and wailing for ill fortuneAll the tale of my young years be told?
No, I want to smile through tears and weeping,Sing my songs where evil holds its sway,Hopeless, a steadfast hope forever keeping,I want to live! You, thoughts of grief, away!
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