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Michael Kras
16 Jan 2020

Home of the Makers has closed on James North

The ever-transforming James North strip has lost another well-loved local shop, as Home of the Makers appears to have closed its doors. A retail shop at 294 James Street North dedicated to giving Hami...

Michael Kras
16 Jan 2020

The Dirty South food truck is opening a restaurant in Hamilton

One of Hamilton’s most popular food trucks will be getting permanent digs this year. The Dirty South, a Hamilton-based food truck known widely for serving up Southern-style street food with curbside...

Michael Kras
09 Jan 2020

Meanwhile Winebar is open now in Hamilton

If your mouth waters over Merlot and you cheer for Chardonnay, Hamilton’s newest wine bar is exactly where you’ll want to be. Meanwhile Winebar, located at the corner of James North and Barton Str...

Michael Kras
06 Jan 2020

The Hamilton Store on James North has closed

Another sad James North closure has occurred, with the beloved Hamilton Store officially shutting its doors. The Hamilton Store, which offered Hamilton-inspired gifts, souvenirs, home items, and prod...

Michael Kras
02 Jan 2020

James North art shop LEN: democratic is moving

Heads up, James North shoppers: popular Hamilton art & design shop LEN: democratic has temporarily closed up shop with plans to reopen at a new location. A shop known for carrying unique fine art,...

Michael Kras
20 Dec 2019

Here’s what to expect at the new Rapscallion restaurant

Rapscallion Rogue Eatery and Two Black Sheep – both popular fixtures in the line of restaurants owned by local hospitality group The Other Bird – were two of Hamilton’s favourite food and night ...

Michael Kras
04 Dec 2019

Green Bar has opened a third location on Ottawa Street

Local lovers of plant-based eats will have a new spot in Crown Point to get their fix, as local vegan fixture Green Bar recently opened the doors of its third location on Ottawa Street. The popular Ha...

Michael Kras
29 Nov 2019

Ventura’s on James North will become Rapscallion and Two Black Sheep

In more disappointing news of closures on James North, Ventura’s Signature Restaurant has officially announced that it has closed its doors. The well-worn and well-loved rustic eatery has been a sta...

Kara Savas
28 Nov 2019

The John Weir Foote armoury provides an important Hamilton history lesson

If you live/work/play/were born and raised in Hamilton, but know very little about its heritage, you’re not alone. While there is a great deal of Hamilton lore to be shared and no shortage of places...

Michael Kras
28 Nov 2019

Cute and funny Hamilton campaign encourages shopping local

When it comes to crushing that Christmas list, there are so many great reasons to shop local in Hamilton this holiday season. Not only can you feel good about supporting the amazing independent shops ...