‘Restaurants are fun’: John Borsten reflects on almost 40 years in the business
For restaurant owner John Borsten, dealing with post-pandemic challenges means taking things one day at a time.
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Zak’s Diner chosen from across Canada to collaborate with Simons on limited-edition T-shirt
Beloved ByWard Market restaurant Zak’s Diner is gaining national exposure through a streetwear label sold by Canadian fashion retailer La Maison Simons.
Fish Market no more: Crowds flock to new Starling restaurant in ByWard Market
Ottawa businessman John Borsten has spent decades building a restaurant empire guaranteed to last, much like the nearly 200-year-old ByWard Market where many of his
Ottawa airport unveils plan for tastier terminal with local brands
Big Rig Brewery, Bridgehead Coffee, La Bottega Nicastro, Zak’s Diner ready to board new concession program
Future of LeBreton Flats, ByWard Market explored at City-Building Summit
The future of LeBreton Flats, major infrastructure projects such as a potential new interprovincial bridge and the revitalization of the ByWard Market are just some
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