Welcome to From Scratch Bakeshop & Boba, right here in Centre Square Mall, downtown Yellowknife!
We’re all about daily homemade goodness, from buttery croissants to Asian soft breads and authentic Vietnamese banh mi sandwiches. And don’t miss our signature bubble milk tea drinks, freshly brewed coffee, and hot tea. We offer both to-go and dine-in options.
Open Hours:
Monday to Friday: 10 am – 6 pm
Saturday & Sunday: 12 pm – 6 pm
Local tours, private transfers, and charter travel in Yellowknife!
See below for some of our Local Tour options:
Some of our Private Transfer and Charter Travel around Yellowknife:
Need help choosing or can’t spot your tour? We’re here to make booking easy.
We live locally in Yellowknife and that makes a huge difference in understanding the history, local communities and landscape of Yellowknife. We have Cantonese, Mandarin and English-speaking tour guides.
Immerse yourself in the rich northern culture of Yellowknife City with a comprehensive tour. Explore iconic landmarks such as the Legislative Assembly, Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre, and Frontier Visitor Centre. Take in the charm of downtown and old town on a scenic drive, pausing at Pilot Monument for breathtaking city views. In winter, venture onto the Dettah ice road, and don’t miss the enchanting Snowking’s Ice Castle experience in March.
Enhance your City Tour experience with a visit to Nature’s North Wildlife Gallery, a tranquil oasis in Yellowknife. Whether you’re a fervent nature enthusiast or not, prepare to be enchanted by a captivating world of Arctic flora and fauna brought to life through meticulously preserved taxidermy exhibits. Join us as we delve into the breathtaking diversity of Northwest Territories wildlife and immerse yourselves in the allure and charm of the enchanting wilderness!
Blachford Lodge a stunning eco-friendly lodge is situated in pristine wilderness, 100 km from the city of Yellowknife in Canada’s Northwest Territories. It is only accessible by bush plane and operates in summer, fall and winter, offering seasonal unrivalled views of the night sky, unpolluted by artificial light. Blachford Lodge is one of the most sought-after destinations for aurora viewing in the Canadian north. Summer is flooded with bright sun, long days, and trophy fishing for Pike, Trout and Grayling.
Our guest facilities include free wireless internet, hot tub, sauna, and Aurora-watch wake-up service. Unusually for a remote lodge accessible from Yellowknife, our main building includes running hot water and showers, as well as comfortable hotel-style toilets. There are 5 guest rooms in the main lodge, and 5 separate stand alone log cabins. These log cabins provide a special blend of comfort and adventure, taking you back to the days of the fur-trappers, European pioneers and indigenous peoples who helped make northern Canada the vibrant, yet still timeless place that it is today. Check out our virtual tour here!
Blachford Lodge has become one of the world’s top Aurora viewing destinations for very good reason. The Eco-initiatives and authentic experiences offered by the lodge are topped off by the best Aurora viewing opportunities on earth. From far and wide, guests travel to Canada’s north to be wow-ed by the hospitality, outdoor experiences, and dazzling skies that the lodge has to offer.
For more information, please visit our website or give us a call – we would love to host you in Canada’s spectacular Northwest Territories.
Gain a whole new appreciation for the city’s layout, landmarks, and a glimpse at the vastness of Great Slave Lake from the safety and comfort of a rotary-wing aircraft 206LR.
Take flight for extraordinary photo opportunities that can be only be captured above Somba K’e (Yellowknife) during your helicopter tour. Tours accommodate up to four passengers for the best views.
Please block 90-minutes for the entire experience – your tour includes the following:
$675.00 for 1-2 people, $50 per additional person.
Maximum passenger capacity of 4.
The Yellowknife Historical Museum and Interpretive Centre showcases Yellowknife’s Indigenous, sporting, cultural, geological, and mining history. Along with our exhibit hall, this Museum also has a gift shop that is stocked almost entirely by local artists and a Restaurant/Café area open for lunch and dinner.
Our Museum has a wide verity of interests for locals and tourists. In our exhibits, you will see a variety of displays highlighting:
Exhibits that have been of local interest for School tours are our exhibits featuring Inuit and Dene games, hockey, dog sledding, curling and an interactive play area for children and those who are children at heart. We also have an extensive public collection of information regarding the geological and cultural history of Yellowknife including that of the gold and diamond mining in the area, following that journey right up to the Giant Mine Remediation Project.
The Yellowknife Historical Museum and Interpretive Centre is located on Chief Drygeese Territory, the traditional territory of the Wiiliideh Yellowknives Dene First Nation and home of the North Slave Métis. We respectfully acknowledge our presence on the Indigenous land around Yellowknife.
This is a community-driven Museum run by the non-profit organization the Yellowknife Historical Society. Entry is by donation.
The hours for our Restaurant, The Miner’s Mess, operated by Hidden Gem are:
Monday Closed
Tuesday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Sunday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Snow-blanketed landscapes, crackling fires, and aurora-filled nights. Winter and early Spring is a magical time to experience the serene beauty of the Northwest Territories. From January through April, Blachford Lodge offers a front-row seat to the season’s quiet wonders. Guests can cozy up in warm teepees, watch the northern lights dance across the night sky, and embrace peaceful days in the pristine winter wilderness.
Flights:
When booking your flights in/out of Yellowknife, please ensure that you arrive in Yellowknife the night before the charter flight departure to the lodge.
Please check with us prior to booking your departing flight from Yellowknife.
Because at times both scheduled and charter flights may experience delays, we do not recommend booking a flight from Yellowknife prior to 5:00 pm MT.
All Packages Include:
NOT INCLUDED:
Activities:
Winter outdoor activities include cross-country skiing on 20 kilometers of groomed trails, snowshoeing, ice skating, ice fishing, spruce salve making, dream catcher making, fat-biking, kick-sledding and snowmobile tours (at an additional charge). Strap on your snowshoes, or stick to your winter boots and try to spot some northern wildlife. Spend your evenings relaxing relax in our cozy lounge areas, relax in the sauna, or kick back in our hot tub while watching the Aurora dance overhead.
Cancellation Policy:
There are a few frequently asked questions that you may have – check out our website to see a few other bits and pieces of information that are important prior to booking your stay.
Golden skies, glowing leaves, and aurora-filled nights. Fall is a magical time to experience the wild beauty of the Canadian North. From mid August through early October, Blachford Lodge offers a front-row seat to seasonal transformation in the heart of the Northwest Territories. As the land shifts from autumn hues to early winter frost, guests enjoy peaceful days on the land and spectacular shows in the sky.
Getting Here
When booking your flights in/out of Yellowknife, please ensure that you arrive in Yellowknife the night before the charter flight departure to the lodge.
Please check with us prior to booking your departing flight from Yellowknife.
Because at times both scheduled and charter flights may experience delays, we do not recommend booking a flight from Yellowknife prior to 5:00 pm MT.
All Packages Include:
NOT INCLUDED:
Fall Activities:
Some fall outdoor activities include Hiking, Canoeing & Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Fat-Biking, and more! Spend your evenings relaxing relax in our cozy lounge areas, relax in the sauna, or kick back in our hot tub while watching the Aurora dance overhead.
Cancellation Policy:
There are a few frequently asked questions that you may have – check out our website to see a few other bits and pieces of information that are important prior to booking your stay.
