Ancaster has a lot going for it, including some great places to eat and shop for food in its most historic neighbourhood. This is part of an ongoing series looking at the local array of dining districts. Founded as a town in 1793, Ancaster has a rich history…

Here's our regular feature about what has come, gone and changed in Hamilton and Burlington in August. Launched & opening soon Bretonne Bakery (2025 William O’Connell Blvd., Burlington) Nestled in between the Palmer and Orchard neighbourhoods in North Burlington, this recently opened bakery and coffee shop bakes croissants,…

The downtown market offers a large and delicious array of homemade options inspired by delicacies from all around the world. This is part of an ongoing series looking at the local array of dining districts. So far, our dining districts series has focused on streetscapes and dining-in. Apart…

With skyrocketing food prices and big-chain profits, one Hamiltonian made it her mission to find local small grocers to support. Here are the gems she found. In 2023, I embarked on a mission to replace all the grocery shopping dollars I usually spent at the big three grocery…

It’s clear that vegetarian and vegan eating is on the rise, with a growing number of committed plant-based eaters and more people looking to eat plant-based more often.  Whether you’re a long-term plant-based eater, just “getting your feet wet” with vegetarian options, or looking to try something new,…