“I don’t see us getting too much further without some help right now,” said Theodoropoulos.
And it’s become even more difficult recently with stricter state coronavirus reopening rules and the loss of outdoor dining.
“We would be grateful if we got anything at this point, anything that could help us out,” said Theodoropoulos.
Now he’s hoping a new state program might provide a boost.
“It s not going to be an application process. We re going to get those checks out to you as grants,” said Gov. Ned Lamont, D – Connecticut.
Lamont explained how $35 million will be sent to some small and mid-size businesses including restaurants, bars and hotels.
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Due to a surge in COVID-19 infections, many people are expected to follow guidelines from health officials and stay home for the holidays.
But who’s going to do the cooking?
There are more than 70 Connecticut restaurants and caterers providing dinners to-go or dine-in for Christmas and New Year’s, according to CT Bites annual list of area eateries and chefs preparing holiday meals.
In Hartford, there are more than 15 restaurants, cafes, and caterers cooking Christmas dinner. They include The Beamhouse, Cotton Hollow Kitchen, Five Corners Bistro, Frida, Nataz, Spicy Green Bean, Union Kitchen, and Hartford’s food hall.