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Food + Drink

DINING DISTRICTS: A Locke on food

This interesting west Hamilton street is ever-evolving, with newcomers joining long-time eateries to make for a true foodie destination. On the whole, my visits to Locke Street have all been linked to food. It must be said that I can think of over a dozen eateries that closed…
Food + Drink

ON THE MENU: WHAT’S OPENED AND CLOSED ON THE LOCAL RESTAURANT SCENE

Here's a list of what has come, gone and changed in Hamilton and Burlington in April. Launched & opening soon Cravings Co. (29 Barton St. E., Hamilton) The chef and owner of Cravings Co. is a Sheridan culinary graduate who started his first business inside Sheridan Conference…
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Food + Drink

ON THE MENU: WHAT’S OPENED AND CLOSED ON THE LOCAL RESTAURANT SCENE

Here's a list of what has come, gone and changed in Hamilton and Burlington in February. Launched & opening soon Blondies (4490 Fairview St., Burlington) Replacing the previous pizza shop in the location Pizza Boat, which closed in October last year, Blondies is a…
Arts + Culture

Beckett Fine Art: A family legacy

Locke Street South gallery is marking a century and three generations of making an impact in the arts in Hamilton. What’s the secret to keeping a family business running for over 100 years? Trusting your gut.  “Tastes change, and trends change. I don’t really follow that kind…
Food + Drink

ON THE MENU: WHAT’S OPENED AND CLOSED ON THE LOCAL RESTAURANT SCENE

Here's a list of what has come, gone and changed in Hamilton and Burlington in September. Launched 2Maytea (518 Concession St., Hamilton) Now open on Concession in the spot that was last occupied by Akus Family Dining, serving banh mi, fruit tea and Vietnamese coffee.IG:…
Made in Hamilton

Local bookstores are turning the page

Independent bookstores in Hamilton have shown a once-unexpected resilience to the challenges they face, continuing to be critical to the city’s literary scene, offering slowed-down and personal experiences for shoppers, and serving as anchors of their neighbourhoods. Stepping into Epic Books on Locke Street, one of Hamilton’s more…