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We’re heading toward a rare triple-threat weekend in Winnipeg.
In three weeks, Valentine’s Day lands right in the middle of the Louis Riel Day long weekend, and it’s also opening weekend for Festival du Voyageur.
That means everyone is trying to do something at the exact same time - and just after Feb1-7 LA POUTINE WEEK!
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This Week: Grocery Signals That Matter
The clearest signal this week: dairy is where stores are competing
If you buy milk regularly, this is a don’t-miss week at discount banners.
4L milk jugs have dropped sharply at No Frills ($4.00)
Butter is clustered around $6.00 for No Name
The spread between discount stores and premium banners is now over $2 per jug
Smaller cartons are holding steady, but large jugs are where the deals are right now.
Heads up: If you usually grab milk at Sobeys, Safeway, Shoppers, or gas stations, this is a week to change that habit.
Where each store quietly wins
Instead of a single “winner,” here’s where each banner is strongest right now😀
No Frills
Milk (4L jugs)
Butter
Bread basics
Superstore
Pantry staples (No Name pasta at $1.77)
Some produce (blueberries under $4)
FreshCo
Competitive pricing on ground pork
Solid but uneven produce pricing (item-by-item matters)
Takeaway: This is a selective week. A small split shop pays off if you’re already nearby.
Heads Up Trend: the dairy gap is back
We’re seeing a familiar pattern return:
Discount banners are using large-format dairy to pull traffic
Premium stores are holding higher shelf prices
The difference adds up fast for families
Move: Buy big jugs at discount stores.
Skip: Convenience pricing on milk this week.
Recipe of the Week
Stretch-a-Pack Pork Bolognese (under $3 per serving)
Beef is expensive across the board this week. Pork isn’t — and it stretches beautifully when paired with winter vegetables. This recipe leans on cheap pantry staples and root veg to turn one pack of pork into multiple meals.
Lean ground pork – ~$5.49–$6.50
Diced tomatoes – ~$1.99
Pasta (rotini or penne) – $1.77
Carrots + onion – ~$1.50 portion
Finely dice or grate 2 carrots and 1 onion.
Sauté in oil until soft, then add ground pork. Season generously.
Add canned tomatoes and simmer 20 minutes.
Toss with cooked pasta.
Optional: a splash of milk or a spoon of sour cream for richness.
Total meal cost: ~$10.75
Servings: 6
Cost per serving: ~$1.79
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Looking Ahead: the 3-Week Window
Valentine’s Day + Louis Riel Day collide
We have a rare "triple threat" weekend coming up in three weeks. Valentine’s Day (Saturday) lands right in the middle of the Louis Riel Day long weekend, and it’s the opening weekend for Festival du Voyageur.
Basically, everyone in Winnipeg is going to be trying to go out at the exact same time.
Here is the heads-up for your planning:
For Date Night: If you’re hoping for a Saturday night table, you are competing with both the Valentine’s crowd and the long-weekend staycation crowd. If you haven't booked yet, call today—waiting until February 1st will likely leave you with 4:00 PM or 9:30 PM slots.
For Families: With the Monday holiday, Festival du Voyageur will be packed. Buying your park passes online this week saves you from standing in the cold ticket line when you arrive.
Pro Tip: If you want a quieter experience, consider doing your Valentine’s dinner on Friday the 13th or booking your brunch for Sunday morning instead. Avoid the Saturday rush entirely.
And just after we filled our gullets with La Poutine Week in Winnipeg! Good-bye New Years Resolutions, Hello Arteries!
Early radar: St. Patrick’s Day
March 17
If you’re organizing a group night out, pubs and venues often start taking large-group inquiries in early February. Set a reminder now if you’re the planner.
Peg Life: Practical Winter Moves
Blanch & freeze cheap root vegetables
Carrots and onions are inexpensive right now — but you probably won’t use five pounds this week. Do this instead
Peel and slice extra carrots
Boil 2–3 minutes
Ice bath
Dry and freeze
You’ll thank yourself in February when stew season hits again.
Community heads up: grocery access
If budgets are tight this month, the Jason Schreyer Grocery Access Program has expanded hours and locations, including a North East Winnipeg site at St. Gerard School. Check their socials for current times.
