Local Profiles | Life in the Knife

REVIEW: Trader’s Grill in Yellowknife

Posted on22. Dec, 2009 by Shane.

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The Trader’s Grill Restaurant in Yellowknife provides restaurant goers with an international menu of good eats and yummy treats. Located in the Explorer Hotel, the Trader’s Grill makes for a great get away from the hustle and bustle of the other downtown dining locations (especially at lunch). The standouts at the Trader’s Grill are the exceptional food quality, the unique [...]

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Home for the Holidays: The Caroling

Posted on20. Dec, 2009 by Shane.

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There is nothing like the sound of an amazing choir at Christmas – especially when you get treated with two-nights of it. And with an event name like “Home for the Holidays“ you cannot go wrong. As shown in the previous post – on December 15 and 16 the Yellowknife Choral Society held this spectacular Christmas caroling concert at [...]

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Home for the Holidays: The Warm Up

Posted on20. Dec, 2009 by Shane.

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On December 15 and 16 the Yellowknife Choral Society held a two-night Christmas caroling concert at the Great Hall of the Legislative Assembly. The event was apply titled “Home for the Holidays“. The performance was a collaboration of the Aurora Chorealis, the Yellowknife Chamber Choir and the Fireweed Children’s Chorus with special guests. Home for [...]

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REVIEW: The Black Knight Pub in Yellowknife

Posted on07. Dec, 2009 by Shane.

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In Yellowknife, when someone says they are going to the pub, 9 times out of 10, they are talking about the Black Knight Pub. The Black Knight Pub offers the most authentic Scottish and Irish pub-style experience in Yellowknife. The moment you walk in the door you are greeted with a warm atmosphere of familiar faces and [...]

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3 Across Dee Eye Performs at Le Frolic in Yellowknife

Posted on30. Nov, 2009 by Shane.

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One of my favorite bands, 3 Across Dee Eye, performed at the Le Frolic restaurant in Yellowknife on Saturday, November 28, 2009. The music was excellent, the musicians showed a lot of passion and I found myself feeling inspired by their performance. My first thought upon hearing 3 Across Dee Eye the first time (back in 2008) was [...]

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REVIEW: Sushi North, Japanese Restaurant in Yellowknife

Posted on30. Nov, 2009 by Shane.

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As a matter of fact, yes we do have fresh quality Japanese sushi rolls in the arctic… When I first moved to Yellowknife I was concerned I would not have access to sushi. Thankfully, I had nothing to worry about. Having lived on the West Coast of Canada for 7 years prior [...]

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The 2010 Olympic Torch Ceremony in Yellowknife

Posted on16. Nov, 2009 by Shane.

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The 2010 Olympic Torch came to Yellowknife on November 5th for the northern leg of its cross-Canada journey leading up to the 2010 Olympic Games in Vancouver & Whistler, BC, Canada. The Olympic Torch Ceremony took place at the City of Yellowknife’s Sombe Ke Park, which is located in downtown Yellowknife. The ceremony included snacks provided [...]

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A Saturday with the Yellowknife Choral Society

Posted on01. Nov, 2009 by Shane.

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The power of the voice can inspire your thoughts, move your body and energize your soul. And that is the experience I had while taking pictures of the Yellowknife Choral Society rehearsal at the Yellowknife Ski Club last weekend. The rehersal, which shook the building with ethereal and exceptionally vivid sounds, [...]

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REVIEW: Surly Bob’s Sports Bar in Yellowknife

Posted on17. Oct, 2009 by Shane.

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There is nothing better than getting a big meal for a reasonable price in a comfortable atmosphere. And you can get that winning combination at the Surly Bob’s Sports Bar located at 4910 50th avenue in downtown Yellowknife. The sports bar features comfortable seating for all sizes of groups, personable staff and mulitple big [...]

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The Aurora Fiddle Society performs in downtown Yellowknife

Posted on04. Oct, 2009 by Shane.

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In late September members of the Aurora Fiddle Society gathered in downtown Yellowknife to perform outside of the Yellowknife Canada Post Office. The fiddle and guitar ensemble captured the attention of many perdestrians as they passed by. The performers included: Peter Rybchinski, Albert Eggenbergger (fiddle), Gladys Eggenbergger (spoons), Claire Marchildon (fiddle), Leanne Jaeb (fiddle), Ben [...]

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REVIEW: The Yummy Cafe in Yellowknife

Posted on28. Aug, 2009 by Shane.

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What can I say. I have an addiction to yummy food. And what better place to feed that food addiction than the hub of yum yumminess itself - the Yummy Cafe in Yellowknife! This week alone I have visited the cafe no less than twice a day to stock up on goodies [...]

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REVIEW: The Twist Lounge in Yellowknife

Posted on11. Aug, 2009 by Shane.

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I have discovered that finding good places to dine in the capital of the Northwest Territories keeps getting better. And if you happen to stroll by 4915 50th Street you will find something a little different and a little (shall we say) cool projecting out onto the streets of the Yellowknife – an outdoor patio with [...]

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REVIEW: The Diner Restaurant in Yellowknife

Posted on07. Aug, 2009 by Shane.

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If you have never experienced a “Mom and Pop” restaurant before then look no further than the Diner Restaurant located at 5008 – 50th Street in downtown Yellowknife. I discovered this hidden little gem through a lunch invitation from my work collegue Jessica. She insisted that this restaurant was a “must try” for any Yellowknifer. The Diner restaurant, locally [...]

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REVIEW: The Best Hot Dog in Yellowknife

Posted on31. Jul, 2009 by Shane.

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Need a nitrate fix? Looking for the best hot dog in Yellowknife? While strolling down 50th street I came across a small red hot dog stand with all the best fixings and condiments you could ask for. Sensing an imminent hot dog attack – my taste buds went on red alert. I [...]