🌿✨ I had the most magical evening at GATHER in Winnipeg, right before heading off to see the polar bears! The restaurant is nestled within the stunning glass tower of The Leaf—a year-round tropical paradise in the Botanical Gardens at Assiniboine Park. Opened in December 2022, this architectural marvel houses an array of plants from over 100 countries, creating a vibrant, lush environment that feels like a summer escape, even in the depths of winter. 🦋🌺
The Botanical Gardens are a part of the expanded Assiniboine Park Zoo, which has been delighting visitors since 1904. From its early days as a simple animal exhibit, the zoo has evolved into one of Canada’s most impressive urban parks. The new building, with its innovative design, offers Winnipeggers and visitors alike a breathtaking, year-round experience. Exploring the tropical gardens, complete with butterflies and exotic plants, was the perfect way to spend a summer evening before our polar bear adventure. 🌍🌸
Winnipeg never ceases to amaze with its blend of history, nature, and cutting-edge design!

In 2018, on my first visit to Winnipeg, I interviewed Dr. Stephen Petersen, head of conservation and research at Leatherdale International Polar Bear Conservation Centre and wrote about the zoo for Ms. Magazine msmagazine.com/2018/11/05/polar-bears-cant-vote/
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