Smitty's Family Restaurant in Halifax Closes Doors
A popular Halifax Smitty's restaurant on Lacewood Drive has closed permanently. The owners cite ongoing pandemic-related pressures as the reason for the sudden shutdown.
A popular Halifax Smitty's restaurant on Lacewood Drive has closed permanently. The owners cite ongoing pandemic-related pressures as the reason for the sudden shutdown.
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A Kitchener, Ontario, restaurateur reveals how last-minute reservation cancellations and 'no-shows' create major operational and financial headaches for local eateries. Learn about the impact on January 3, 2026.
The Mandarin restaurant at Yonge and Eglinton in Toronto will serve its last meal on Jan. 18, 2026, ending a 35-year run due to area redevelopment. Read about its history and impact.
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