comfort food

Michael Kras
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Tasty fried chicken spot opens in Burlington

Burlington just got a new fried chicken joint that’s making our mouths water. MightyBird is a fast-casual chicken restaurant that promises “chef curated, craveable chicken” in its range of...

Michael Kras
21 Dec 2023

Hamilton’s Hearty Hooligan brings punk vibes to plant-based comfort food

For the uninitiated, the word ‘vegan’ might conjure certain images: piles of lettuce, power bowls, Pilates, maybe even an air of pretentiousness. Those images couldn’t be further from the trut...

Michael Kras
23 Feb 2023

Spot for German comfort food opens in the Hamilton Farmers’ Market

German comfort food and all things pickled and fermented are on the menu at an intriguing new stand in the Hamilton Farmers’ Market. ElderCamp, located on the market’s lower level near other foo...

Michael Kras
22 Nov 2022

New spot for burgers and poutine has opened in Burlington

A tasty new spot for hefty homestyle burgers, poutines, and more has opened its doors in Burlington. Originally founded in 2011, Sam’s Grill is building on the success of existing locations in Guelp...

Michael Kras
30 Sep 2022

A new spot for fried chicken and pizza has opened in Hamilton

For Friday nights that call for comfort food, a new spot specializing in pizza and fried chicken has opened its doors in Hamilton. Wow Pop, now open at 760 Concession Street on the Hamilton Mountain, ...

Michael Kras
28 Jul 2022

This spot for vegan comfort food in Hamilton is closing

A popular plant-based eatery in Hamilton has announced that it is permanently closing its doors. Sweet Beets, located on Ottawa Street North, was a local vegan favourite for comfort foods like burgers...

Michael Kras
14 Jul 2022

FoodBox is Hamilton’s comfort food hidden gem

When we think of a ‘hidden gem’ in Hamilton’s restaurant scene, we think of those quality spots that are truly off the beaten path; the places you won’t find along James North or on King Willi...

Michael Kras
25 Jan 2022

Mountain Burger is Hamilton’s latest must-try burger joint

Before Hamilton resident Dawood Al-Shaikhli first arrived in Canada, he had split his professional time between a career as a trained pharmacist and working in the food and hospitality industry. Today...

Michael Kras
19 Jan 2022

This popular fried chicken pop-up is coming back to Hamilton

Get ready to drool: a seriously delicious fried chicken pop-up in Hamilton has hinted at its forthcoming return. Pappy’s Fried Chicken developed a strong following upon its initial launch in 2020, h...

Michael Kras
30 Nov 2021

A new spot for chicken wings has opened in Hamilton

If you’re a fan of chicken wings, I’m guessing you’ll be eager to check out a new spot that recently opened in Hamilton. ChipN’Wing, officially open for takeaway and delivery, is serving up bi...