The rising cost of living continues to have an impact on everyone. Food inflation, skyrocketing mortgages and general rate hikes are felt across the board. And when it comes to dining out, many people are taking a pass, and that's hurting some local restaurants. Food columnist Andrew Coppolino checks in with area restaurateurs.
Filling seats is always top of mind for restaurants, and some are looking at taking new measures to ensure those seats are filled, especially when it comes to reservation no-shows.
Don’t show up for your dental appointment: you could get charged for it. Miss your flight? You’ll likely pay. But what about your restaurant reservation? Food columnist Andrew Coppolino on why you may be asked to pay up if you don't show up.
A letter calling on the Ontario government to repeal Bill 23, the Build More Houses Faster Act, has been signed by 89 businesses. The letter says making changes to the Greenbelt and allowing housing to be built on previously protected lands weakens environmental protections.