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STAY, DINE, DO: Find a hotel, restaurant or attraction.

Listings to get the most out of the city: where to dine, what to see, where to shop, and more.

Hot Dining: Sugar Spectacle at the Fort Garry Hotel

At the Fort Garry Hotel, Chef Richard Warren and his team of six pastry chefs spend their days spinning simple sugar into magnificent, mouth-watering magic. The chef with a self-professed insatiable sweet tooth plans and produces all of the sweets, pastries and breads for the 99-year-old luxury hotel. Chef Warren and his team execute dishes like pineapple tarte tatin with banana caramel ice cream for patrons of the Palm Lounge from a basement “bakeshop” run with genial military precision. Taste dozens of Chef Warren’s sweet offerings in rotation at Sunday brunch. 222 Broadway Ave., 942-8251.

Hot Dates: Jailhouse Meal

May 23-26. Comical and costumed servers play the part at Winnipeg’s only dinner theatre, where you may just end up being part of the show. While dining on a four-course meal, take in a fun musical number with a motley crew of rock n’ roll criminals performed by the outstanding Celebrations Dinner Theatre troupe. Jail House Rock tells the tale of John Storm, a guitar craftsman, who ends up in jail for tax evasion. His buddies, Cash and Presley, agree to throw a benefit concert in prison in hopes of repaying his levy. Rock along with featured music from Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley and surprise guests. Reservations recommended. Seating Wed.–Sat. 6:15 pm, Sun. 5 pm. Call for ticket prices. Canad Inns Fort Garry, 1824 Pembina Hwy., 204-982-8282.

Hot Shopping: Scene in the City: Classy Academy Road

Vase from Sharon's Linens and Gifts

One of Winnipeg’s most glamourous promenades, Academy Road hosts an array of high-end fashion boutiques and extraordinary décor and gift stores. The old road, built in 1903, was originally named for St. Mary’s Academy Catholic School for girls, which still anchors the east end of the strip today.

Initiate your shopping at Ash Street and step into Divine and Conquer for stylish looks for women by many Canadian designers. A few doors down, spoil yourself and pick up locally made lotions, face washes and bath salts at Tiber River, including natural fragrant body products. Island Imports is the go-to for handmade gems from Bali including rare lamps made from shells, tiny jewellery baskets, necklaces and woven furniture.

For brilliant frocks, Cheryl Renee’s dashing boutique delivers statement cocktail dresses and smart casuals and professional looks. Sharon’s Linens and Gifts (pictured) is the perfect place to find exquisite china, crystal, vases and table linens. A few doors down, stroll into Glitz Gallery and peruse embellished mirrors, pottery, paintings, glass and metal works from more than 150 different Canadian artists.

Exhibition: Mother’s Day Plant Sale

May 13. Beautiful blooms from peonies to roses to savoury herbs are up for grabs at the 23rd annual Mother’s Day plant sale. 9 am to 4 pm. Canadian Mennonite University-North Campus, 500 Shaftesbury Blvd., gymnasium. 895-4560 or gardensmanitoba.com.

Entertainment: The Black Keys at the MTS Centre

May 14. After recording its first album in its drummer’s basement, American rock-infused blues band The Black Keys, made it big in 2010 with the release of Brothers-winning three Grammy Awards. Call 855-985-5000 for tickets, MTS Centre, 300 Portage Ave.

Hot Dates: Rammstein at the MTS Centre

May 10. These six Germans are known for theatrical shows including pyrotechnics, costumes and their unique industrial metal sound. Rammstein is a band you don’t want to miss. 8 pm, 855-985-5000 for tickets, MTS Centre, 300 Portage Ave.

Hot Art: Mary Anne Rudy at the Birchwood Gallery

May 10-31. Mary Anne Rudy’s One Woman Show of abstract mixed media monotype prints occasionally features the realistic influence of flowers and landscape at Birchwood Gallery.

Hot Date: Sears Stars on Ice

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May 9 The world’s best ice-skaters come together for this outstanding performance. For the first time, four-time World Champion Kurt Browning displays his directing talents with new, innovative choreography. Fun music, amazing costumes and, of course, skating superstars round out this year’s Sears Stars on Ice. The cast is filled with Olympic, World and National champions including Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir (pictured), Joannie Rochette and Jeffrey Buttle. Show starts at 7 pm. MTS Centre, 300 Portage Ave. Tickets: $33-$127, 855-985-5000.

Editor’s Pick: Queen of the North

Regarded as the world’s most notable Inuit artist, Kenojuak Ashevak’s animal-centric prints have been integral to the prestigious Cape Dorset print collection since 1960. Nunavut Gallery’s exhibition Sculpture, Prints & Drawings 1963–2012 is a rare chance to view and buy 72 works that span Ashevak’s 50-plus year career. See one carving, one sketchbook, 35 stunning prints and 33 original drawings including recent graphite, coloured pencil and pen masterpiece Owl at the Centre. Opens May 3. 603 Corydon Ave., 478-7233.

Editor’s Pick: 5 Sweet Swim Shops

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Now is the time for traditional summer treatments: tanning pedicures, new hair-dos and of course, shopping for fashionable beachwear. For sun-savvy attire, start by touring local stores that will help you transition into the new season with confidence.

At the distinguished Eyelet Dove, high fashion suits and beach covers (such as Seafolly’s brown zebra tunic) are comfortable and classy. Bathing suit bra sizes range from 34A to 46HH. 485  Academy Rd., 204-488‑0403.

Looking for a blend of playful and posh? Peepers has aquatic fitness-wear by Speedo and Nike for men, children and women, as well as Bikini International, perfect for lounging like a goddess. 252  Stafford St., 204-474‑2861. (more…)