The Journal

Easy & Delicious: Baking Cookies in Your Air Fryer
Cookies in an air fryer? Yes, it’s a thing—and it’s brilliant! This recipe from Poppy Cooks: The Actually Delicious Air Fryer Cookbook takes a classic cookie and gives it an air fryer twist. These cookies are soft, chocolatey, and incredibly...
Holiday Hours & Welcoming the New Year
As the holidays approach, we’re here to help you with those last-minute festive finds. We’ll be taking a little break over Christmas and Boxing Day to recharge and spend time with loved ones—and we hope you’ll get to do the...
In-Store Pop Up: Glow & Gather

We’ll have new Willow Creek Candle scents, a limited collection of faux holiday arrangements, and a sweet surprise from Guest Chef Kevin Funk at 1pm. Plus, there’s even more holiday cheer waiting for you in-store that day!

There’s so much more to discover—click here to learn more and make plans to join us!

Sneak Peek into Christmas Event
We’re so excited to be part of Winkler’s Sneak Peek Into Christmas event! Join us on Wednesday, November 20th, from 3pm to 8pm for a cozy evening filled with holiday cheer, special sales, and community spirit. Alongside over 25 local...
6 Year Anniversary & Christmas Open House
We’re so excited to welcome you tonight for our 6-Year Anniversary & Christmas Open House! Join us from 6pm - 8pm for an evening filled with warmth, festive finds, and holiday cheer. Whether you’re starting your Christmas shopping or looking...
The Season of Comfort & Joy Begins Soon…
As we prepare for the upcoming season, we've been hard at work behind the scenes. From unboxing new arrivals to getting creative with spray paint, 3D printers, and fishing line, we've been designing and crafting displays to showcase our thoughtfully...
Recipe: The Perfect Dry-Rubbed Steak
If you’re craving a steak that’s rich in flavour, this Savoury Ribeye with Porcini & Peppercorns is your new go-to. The earthy porcini mushrooms and the subtle heat from black peppercorns in Kanel’s Butcher’s Block blend create a perfect balance,...
Recipe: Whole Herb Roasted Cauliflower
WHOLE HERB ROASTED CAULIFLOWER Something special happens to cauliflower when it gets roasted—and no, we're not just talking about its golden-brown, caramelized edges. This veg takes on a nutty, buttery flavour in the heat of the oven and gets hearty...
BBQ Beef Burger
BBQ BEEF BURGER There are burgers, and then there’s this burger. Kanel's For the Love of BBQ spice gives this summertime BBQ staple tons of earthy flavor with just a hint of sweetness. Crispy on the outside, juicy and tender...
Recipe: Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup
 Straight from the Kanel kitchen, a deliciously creamy concoction—but surprise! There’s not a drop of dairy here. Instead, prepare this unbelievably satisfying soup with full-fat coconut milk and add a dash of our Butcher’s Block seasoning to enhance the mushrooms’...
From our home to yours, Merry Christmas!
  With Christmas just around the corner, we'll try to be quick, knowing everyone's wrapped up in the holiday bustle! A heartfelt thank you for supporting Willow Creek and weaving your story into ours.   We are so humbled and...
20% Storewide!
  Our last storewide sale before the holidays! Save 20% off nearly everything in the store Friday, December 15th - Sunday, December 17th. Discount automatically applied at checkout. Offer excludes items already marked down; pantry & spice collection; Lake & Oak...
Spiced Apple Cider
Ingredients: 2 jugs of fresh apple cider (3L each) 4 cinnamon sticks 1/4 cup cloves A dash of allspice Large pot or percolator Muslin bag Let's Make it: Spices: Toss 4 cinnamon sticks, 1/4 cup of cloves, and a dash...
Black Friday Sale
Starting today enjoy 15% off Naturally Home pillows, Lanterns, and Tree Ornaments! Discount automatically applied at checkout. Sale starts Friday 9am cst online and ends Saturday, November 25th at 11:59pm cst.  Available in-store and online,  discount is automatically applied at checkout....
Sip & Shop with Harlow
Join us & Harlow Design Collective Friday, December 1st 7pm - 9pm1-175 Roblin Blvd. East Winkler, Manitoba Join us at Willow Creek for an exciting event featuring local interior designers Cori Derksen, and Tammy Suderman. Together, they unite their expertise...
Sneak Peek into Christmas Event
Join us & participating Winkler Boutiques & shops! Wednesday, November 15th 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Experience Winkler's Christmas charm! Shop festive collections, enjoy promos, and collect stamps from at least four participating businesses to enter for a chance to win...
Celebrating 5 Years!
  Can you believe it's already been five years!? Back in November 2018, we took a leap of faith and opened Willow Creek, hoping to create more than just a store but an experience. We've had moments of joy, frustration,...
5 Year Anniversary
Join us in celebrating 5 years! Friday, November 10th5:00 PM - 8:00 PM1-175 Roblin Blvd. East Winkler, Manitoba We’re offering an entire week packed with in-store exclusive deals, and on Friday night, come visit us in-store to raise a toast...
Save the date!
The most wonderful time of the year is just around the corner, and we have an exciting season ahead of us! October 30 & 31st Closed November 1st In Store Christmas Debut November 3rd Online Christmas Debut Friday, November 10th 5 Year Anniversary Celebration...
Holy Grail Garlic Smashed Potatoes
Crispy on the outside, light and fluffy on the inside. Is there anything better than smashed potatoes? Yup. Garlicky smashed potatoes for the win!   What you'll need 24 ounces of baby potatoes 2 Tbsp olive oil 2 tsp Holy Grail...
Recipe: Butcher’s Pasta
Calling all pasta lovers: Kanel Spices has found a way to make craveable, creamy pasta even dreamier. And that’s by layering their zesty Butcher’s Block. The blend contains all the rich flavours of porcini mushrooms, which mingles well with the hearty consistency...