October 29th, 2009
Toon In
The City of Bridges, or Toon Town as it’s affectionately called by locals, Saskatoon is enjoying a rebirth of cool with an invasion of young entrepreneurs who are making their hometown hip again.
stay
Take in a slice of Saskatoon history at Hotel Senator, the downtown haunt built in1908, rich with charm from bygone eras. Location is key as the hotel is only minutes away from the river and plenty of restaurants, pubs and lounges. From $100, Hotel Senator, 243 21st St. E, Saskatoon, 306-244-6141, www.hotelsenator.ca
shop
Head downtown to Dekan Clothing where it’s a mix of local designers and vintage, including tartan Vivienne Westwood blazers, loose Valentino frocks and bright tanks by Oscar de la Renta. Dekan Clothing, 214 First St. South, Saskatoon, 306-979-0299.
do
The new Scratch Nightclub is creating quite the buzz with weekend line-ups down the street and a packed house filled with pretty young things showing their dance moves to the sounds of local and guest DJs including Calgary’s Smalltown DJs, Saskatoon’s The Gaff and Charly Hustle. Scratch, 215 Second Ave. S, Saskatoon, 306-477-3070.
eat
Famous for its delectable ready-to-go meals for busy Saskatonians, Sous Chef’s new second location downtown serves daily hot lunches like chicken parmigiana and beef brisket. 2-157 Second Ave. North, 306-664-3434, www.souschef.ca
