Small Business

Michael Kras
05 Oct 2021

Tomah brings a fresh taste of Syria to Hamilton’s food scene

If you know, you know: a unique Hamilton restaurant – considered by many locals to be one of the city’s underrated best – is the epitome of a hidden gem that has a devoted fanbase for its fresh,...

Michael Kras
01 Oct 2021

A new Thai restaurant has opened in Hamilton

A brand new spot for Thai food in Hamilton quietly opened its doors recently, and it’s certainly got us intrigued. Mimi’s Asian Gourmet recently opened in the lower city at 971 King Street East ne...

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...

Michael Kras
29 Sep 2021

Papa Leo’s Restaurant has permanently closed in Hamilton

This one’s a major heartbreaker: one of Hamilton’s best spots for breakfast, lunch, and brunch has announced that it is permanently closing its doors. Papa Leo’s Restaurant, which has been a sta...

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...

Michael Kras
27 Sep 2021

Hamilton’s Fora Outdoor Living blossoms into its second anniversary

One of the Hamilton’s newest garden centres and nurseries is about to celebrate a meaningful milestone. Fora Outdoor Living, with a thriving location in Ancaster as well as one out in Norwich, is a ...

Michael Kras
24 Sep 2021

What is Birria? Mexican Kitchen brings a taste of Jalisco to Hamilton

When it comes to Mexican cuisine, birria is a particularly coveted comfort dish. With origins in the Mexican state of Jalisco, birria is a rich, flavourful meat stew – traditionally made with go...

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...

Michael Kras
20 Sep 2021

A new shop for handmade pasta has opened in Hamilton

If you love pasta – and honesty, who doesn’t? – then a new shop that just opened in Hamilton is probably going to become your new favourite place. Pasta Mercato opened its own storefront on Lock...

Michael Kras
16 Sep 2021

A new board game cafe is opening on James Street North

Get ready to play, Hamilton: a brand new board game café is preparing to open its doors soon in the city. The Bard and Bear is gearing up to open along the James North strip later this fall, bringing...