- Michael Kras
- 21 Oct 2021
Hamilton skate shop opens in former This Ain’t Hollywood space
It was a heartbreaking day when Hamilton’s beloved music venue This Ain’t Hollywood formally and permanently closed its doors; but another local small business has readily moved into a piece of it...
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- Michael Kras
- 30 Sep 2021
Hamilton’s Pickwick Books creates surprises for lovers of literature
As any avid reader will likely tell you, one of the best parts about picking up a new book is the sense of the unknown: the excitement of each turn of the page presenting the opportunity for a revelat...
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- Michael Kras
- 29 Sep 2021
A new shop for vintage clothing and art has opened in Hamilton
Vintage lovers and art fanatics of Hamilton now have a new local shop to dig into for some rare, exciting, and one-of-a-kind treasures. Ouro Vintage + Art recently opened its doors as part of Barton V...
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- Michael Kras
- 21 Sep 2021
Hamilton’s Bella Mia builds magical experiences for brides-to-be
Hamilton bridal boutique Bella Mia is hard to miss: with its attractive, handmade displays in the front windows and large, assertive gold lettering splashed across the façade, this local small busine...
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- Michael Kras
- 08 Sep 2021
Hamilton’s Bichette reopens in a new spot on James North
One of James Street North’s favourite spots for Bohemian-inspired clothing, accessories, home good, and bath & body products has moved to a new location on the strip. Bichette, formerly known as...
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- Michael Kras
- 27 Aug 2021
A new record shop has opened on Barton Street in Hamilton
Music lovers and vinyl heads of Hamilton now have a brand new haunt to check out for some exciting finds. A new record shop called It’s Alright, Ma – likely a reference to the Bob Dylan cut of the...
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- Michael Kras
- 13 Aug 2021
Hamilton fashion brand Blackbird Studios opens a pop-up shop at Lime Ridge Mall
One of Hamilton’s best independent clothing shops and designer labels is building on their success by opening a second pop-up location at Lime Ridge Mall. Blackbird Studios, with a popular original ...
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- Michael Kras
- 02 Aug 2021
This new Hamilton wine bar and shop is inside a shipping container
A tiny new shop for some delicious portable potables has opened in Hamilton in a slightly unusual setting: a shipping container. WineBox, which just opened along King William Street’s iconic restaur...
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- Michael Kras
- 17 Jun 2021
A new vintage clothing store is opening its doors in Hamilton
Lovers of a great vintage finds are going to flip for a brand new store opening in Hamilton this weekend. Snafu Studios is preparing to open its doors at 197 James Street North this coming weekend on ...
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- Michael Kras
- 05 Jun 2021
Hamilton Meat Pie Co. has opened its new shop in Westdale
One of Hamilton’s best spots for meat pies and other baked deliciousness has flung open the doors of its new second location. Hamilton Meat Pie Co. – which is known for its decadent comfort fo...
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