- Michael Kras
- 13 May 2020
Burlington restaurant Emma’s Back Porch has closed its doors after 30 years
Another longstanding local restaurant has sadly folded amid the stresses of the COVID-19 crisis. Emma’s Back Porch, a staple of Burlington’s restaurant scene and a go-to spot for pub bites, beers,...
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- Michael Kras
- 12 May 2020
Two Hamilton restaurants are giving free meals to personal support workers and retirement staff today
Two of Hamilton’s favourite downtown restaurants are back at it again today, offering free meals to more of the city’s essential frontline workers as they continue to put themselves at risk each d...
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- Michael Kras
- 11 May 2020
Outdoor dining districts being proposed by Hamilton councillor
With the current realities of COVID-19 putting strain on industries which depend on public gatherings, Hamilton’s food scene is taking a particular hit; and a councillor is bringing a motion to city...
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- Michael Kras
- 07 May 2020
Hamilton’s My Thai Restaurant rebrands to Bambu today
One of Hamilton’s best spots for authentic Thai cuisine is getting a major facelift. Starting today, My Thai Restaurant in downtown Hamilton – a decades-old fixture of Hamilton’s food scene R...
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- Michael Kras
- 06 May 2020
Meanwhile Winebar on James North has closed its doors
As the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to devastate the local economy, many of Hamilton’s restaurants and small businesses are fighting to keep their heads above water. As a result, one o...
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- Michael Kras
- 06 May 2020
Aceti’s Pizzeria closes after 54 years in Hamilton
One of Hamilton’s longstanding pizzerias and sports bars has announced it is closing its doors and turning off its pizza ovens after over half a century in business. Aceti’s Pizzeria, located on M...
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- Michael Kras
- 01 May 2020
Arsonist arrested after starting a fire at The Mule on King William
Another arson attack against a Hamilton small business? What the heck is going on? Popular Hamilton taco joint and nightlife spot The Mule, a notable member of King William Street’s Restaurant Row, ...
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- Michael Kras
- 21 Apr 2020
These two Hamilton restaurants are providing free meals to HSR drivers
Two of Hamilton’s most popular restaurants are joining forces to feed the city’s essential workers still out on the frontlines during COVID-19. Cozy taco joint Mezcal and comfort food-forward pub ...
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- Craig Clark
- 18 Apr 2020
Hamilton brunch spot Motel on how they’re coping with COVID-19
Hamilton brunch hotspot Motel has experienced a lot of changes during the COVID-19 pandemic, but restaurant owner Chris Hewitt says they’re staying optimistic and positive during these uncertain...
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- Michael Kras
- 09 Apr 2020
This Hamilton restaurant is using GoFundMe to supply meals for frontline workers
With the realities and ramifications of the global COVID-19 pandemic becoming more sobering by the day, a Hamilton restaurant has started an amazing fundraising initiative in support of the people fig...
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