RADAR | HOT SPOT
ChaChos Tacos
Saskatoon
Co-founder Hasib Karimi (who came to Canada as a refugee from Afghanistan) and his cousin Aman Kahn have transformed ChaChos Tacos from a kitchen experiment into a bustling downtown Saskatoon fixture. Known for its vibrant energy, the eatery specializes in Mexican street-style comfort food, most notably its slow-cooked birria tacos with consommé for dipping, al pastor chicken nachos, carne asada fries and churro bites for a sweet finish. — Patrick O’Keefe
Some of the delicious Mexican fare on offer at ChaChos Tacos in downtown Saskatoon. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF CHACHOS TACOS
RADAR | THE END OF THE ROAD
Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park Dark Sky Preserve
Southwest Saskatchewan
There’s no better time to explore the cosmos than on a crisp and dry prairie evening. By day, a drive out to Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park — approximately 170 km west of Swift Current — rewards visitors with snow-draped lodgepole pine forests latticed with cross-country ski trails. At night, the park is home to some of the clearest and best stargazing in North America, earning it the designation of Saskatchewan’s first Dark Sky Preserve in 2004. Bundle up to experience the wonder of the Northern Lights and spy the Milky Way with the naked eye. Don’t forget to pack binoculars or a telescope to zero in on the brilliant sky full of stars. — Claudia Laroye
The night sky at Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF TOURISM SASKATCHEWAN
RADAR | THE ONE
The Roots Cooper Canada Kanga Hoodie
A true Canadian classic, the Roots Cooper Canada Kanga Hoodie is an all-season wardrobe staple designed for everyday comfort. Expertly made in Canada, this garment is consciously crafted from a sustainable blend of organic cotton and recycled fibres and features a cozy brushed-back fleece interior. It is cut to offer a relaxed fit complete with durable ribbed cuffs and hem, and is finished off with the brand’s iconic signature raised-felt logo across the chest for an authentic heritage look.
Very few garments become timeless. This one is legendary. Members earn 15% back in CAA Dollars on handcrafted genuine leather goods, comfy-cozy athletic wear, and much more at Roots. — Michael Sutton
Roots Cooper Canada Kanga Hoodies. | PHOTOS: COURTESY OF ROOTS
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