Small Business

Michael Kras
06 Jul 2021

A popular Korean street food chain has opened a location in Hamilton

Finally, a much-anticipated new spot for unique Korean street food has opened its door right here in Hamilton. Chung Chun Rice Dogs, which has numerous existing locations across Canada including sever...

Michael Kras
03 Jul 2021

Stipleys Barbershop has opened its doors in Hamilton

Following months of lockdowns and closures, Hamiltonians are surely clamouring to get a spot in the barber’s chair for a fresh, much-needed haircut. Thankfully, a brand new barbershop has added itse...

Michael Kras
03 Jul 2021

Taylor’s Tea Room in Dundas is permanently closing its doors

One of Dundas’ favourite family-owned fixtures has announced that it will be closing its doors permanently. Taylor’s Tea Room, which has been a prominent piece of the Downtown Dundas strip for dec...

Michael Kras
02 Jul 2021

Hamilton Chamber of Commerce is giving COVID-19 rapid tests to small businesses

As the local economy slowly reopens and efforts to control the COVID-19 pandemic continue to accelerate, the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce has launched a significant program for the city’s small and ...

Michael Kras
28 Jun 2021

1101 Cafebar rebrands as 1101 Convenience in Hamilton

Heads up, Hamilton: a new convenience store selling craft beer, wine, coffee, and sandwiches made to order has officially opened. The eye-catching new spot is called 1101 Convenience and is, appropria...

Michael Kras
25 Jun 2021

Someone robbed Resto Chez Chloe in Hess Village

One of Hamilton’s best French bistros has had a rough week. Resto Chez Chloe – which serves up authentic, casual French dishes and quaint vibes in their Hess Village restaurant space – posted se...

Michael Kras
22 Jun 2021

A stunning new watch company has launched in Hamilton

There’s something to be said for a beautiful watch. Sure, we can all readily check the time on our phones; but those hunks of plastic and metal will never replace the simple aesthetic pleasures of a...

Michael Kras
22 Jun 2021

New mobile coffee bar Truck 44 has launched in Hamilton

Lovers of a great morning cup now have a new Hamilton spot to get their fix of the good stuff; but it may take a bit of searching to track down. That’s because Hamilton’s latest coffee bar, Truck ...

Michael Kras
21 Jun 2021

Paint canvases and taste wine with this Hamilton-based event business

Starting any small business in the middle of a global pandemic – especially an events-based one – would be a daunting task for pretty much anyone. But that didn’t stop Hamilton entrepreneurs...

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 ...