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Zenari family legacy blooms again in Little Italy
Zenari's Little Italy has opened within Zocalo as the next chapter for the Zenari family, whose roots in restaurants in Edmonton stretch back into the 1980s.
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A moment in history: Nov. 7, 1989
On this day in 1989, the Gainers meatpacking plant was restructuring — just years after it played host to one of the longest and most heated strikes in Alberta's history.
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Iconoclast owner adds Lovesong and Tiny's Cheese Shop
Ryan Arcand is betting customers will support his new Lovesong restaurant and Tiny's Cheese Shop near his established Iconoclast café in Wîhkwêntôwin.
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New non-alcoholic beer brewed after 'grind-out' fight with addiction
Former NHL player Brantt Myhres experimented with drinking energy drinks and other beverages to remain sober in environments where other people drink alcohol, but said a non-alcoholic beer felt what was most needed.
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Siwin Foods grows thanks to well-timed entrance in Mexican market
Siwin Foods has expanded its facility in south Edmonton as the company increases its exports of Asian-style foods to Japan and Mexico, spurred in part by tariffs from the United States.
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As Edmonton hits its matcha moment, experts think the trend may cool
Matcha's popularity in Edmonton is growing, with at least four pop-ups devoted to the beverage over the summer, and significant social-media attention driving the buzz. But one local tea flavourist said the hype may not be sustainable.
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Tequila! Veteran cocktail purveyor opening agave bar to transport patrons to Mexico City
Niki Willis is opening her first bar after more than 25 years working at places like The Common, Fu's Repair Shop, and Dolly's Cocktail Bar.
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As butter chicken odyssey nears goal, Singh is giving back to the community
Viral food reviewer Ramneek Singh is organizing a GoFundMe for Chutney, which was one of 25 businesses damaged by arson at the Mill Woods 34 Plaza in April.
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A moment in history: Aug. 1, 1923
On this day in 1923, Alberta's premier was angry at the Edmonton Journal for financing and hosting a speaking tour. But despite the premier's anger, the speaker and their tour would eventually have a massive impact on Alberta's economy.
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