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CITY GUIDES: Regina
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It Takes a Village
Regina is bouncing with prosperity and an influx of
vibrant residents who are breathing new life into a classic neighbourhood. |
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| 306-565-2206, cityspacekitchens.com, #101–2206
Dewdney Ave., Regina |
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Savvy foodies know the heartbeat of the home
is the kitchen, so why settle for imported cookie-cutter cupboards when design
and quality are right on your doorstep? Robert and Charlene Vaughn, new owners
of City Space Kitchens & Interior Design in Regina’s Warehouse District,
are dealers for two Western Canadian cabinet manufacturers: Surrey, British Columbia-based
Merit Kitchens and Dacor Cabinets from Morden, Manitoba. These stylish units allow
design to meet versatility—and not just in the kitchen. “These cabinets
can be customized to fit any room or closet,” explains interior designer
Charlene Vaughn, who consults by appointment in City Space’s studio-showroom.—D.
Grant Black |
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306-584-1900
3420 Hill Ave.
Regina |
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Shop
Crocus & Ivy
When birthday gift-buying becomes an almost insurmountable challenge there is
one place to turn: Crocus
& Ivy. This “mini department store” is so inviting you may
want to skip that birthday party completely and relax on the Egyptian-cotton sheets.
With everything from home decor to body products and gourmet foods, the store
covers all the gifting bases. And, for creating the ultimate gift list, bridal
registries are available. —Janna
Petersen |
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306-205-8642
1845 Scarth St.
Regina |
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Shop Stella & Sway
iWhen Sara Johnson returned to the booming
pastures of Regina from Calgary, local professional women began dressing a little
better. With the opening of her modern yet comfy boutique, Stella
& Sway, Johnson is bringing in lines to meet women’s outfitting
needs and necessities: from splurge-worthy Paige Premium Denim to modest and professional
Kensie, as well as Canadian labels Elroy and Mia Melon—which come straight
from BC Fashion Week. Stella & Sway also carries Honeydew Intimates, which
fit perfectly under the new dress you just bought, and luxe makeup line Jaqua
from California. This Scarth Street stop is helping women strut just a little
stronger.—Janna Petersen |
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Shop
Hillberg & Berk
Hillberg & Berk, a “casual luxury” jewellery line designed
by Regina’s Rachel Mielke, has gone from the Prairies to the Pre-Oscar Luxury
Gifting Suite—and now to the world with the launch of its online boutique.
Now Reginans can join fans like Spike Lee (who gave a piece to his wife) and celebrity
stylists in partaking in this local jewellery juggernaut. The fall ’08 lines,
Nouveau Romanticism, full of bows and all things feminine, and Chic Grunge, with
darker gems from India, debut in August. And look for Mielke’s pieces on
the next red carpet in Hollywood—or Regina. —Janna
Petersen |
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Drink
Cypress Hills Vineyard
The Cypress Hills are justly known for their breathtaking beauty but if a local
vigneron has its way they may soon be Canada’s newest wine destination.
Nestled at the foot of Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park, the Cypress
Hills Vineyard & Winery is the labour of love of Marty and Marie Bohnet,
who helm Saskatchewan’s first commercial vineyard and winery. And while
cabernet is available, imagine the look on your guests’ face when you pull
out a bottle of the saskatoon, chokecherry or rhubarb wines that are offered.
Vineyard tours are available and are followed by a light meal and wine tasting
on the patio of the winery’s bistro.—Angie
Haggstrom
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306-586-2337
1801 Scarth St.
Regina |
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Eat
Beer Brothers Bakery & Cuisine
Beer is the new wine—at least for one new hotspot
in downtown Regina. Beer Brothers Bakery
& Cuisine, from the five rugby-players-turned-restaurateurs behind Willow
on Wascana, is bringing in a new food fusion where beer is the main menu. (Well,
sort of.) The regular pub fare of nachos and wings were banished by executive
chef Moe Matthew, who prefers dishes like mussels and gumbos—all marinated
in, smoked over or paired with the perfect brew. The casual yet upscale space
of course pours everything from the exclusives like Bellevue Creek from Belgium
to regular Pil.—Janna Petersen |
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