The latest new business openings and business transformations including new owners, moves and major renovations. More great reasons to shop local!
The Grey Thornbury’s general manager Nicole Paara (left), owner Spencer Sgro and executive chef Amber Plourde.
THE GREY THORNBURY Overlooking Thornbury Harbour and Georgian Bay, this new restaurant serves brunch, lunch and dinner, offering simple preparations of local ingredients to showcase the depth of local flavours along with shareable appetizers, burgers, salads and main dishes. “The Grey is unique in a number of ways,” said owner Spencer Sgro. “First and foremost is our beautiful building that overlooks the Thornbury Harbour. Our patio is one of a
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kind and the only one to have these views overlooking Georgian Bay. Second is our team – we have pulled together some extremely talented individuals to help bring this idea to reality. Thirdly, our food. We are looking to serve simple and consistent classics all the while sourcing our food from the amazing local suppliers.” Sgro recently moved back to Canada after spending 11 years in the U.K. “Restaurants have always been a passion of mine and I was able to live out that passion in London, England,” he said. “My last post before moving back was with Soho House acting as general manager for Cecconi’s.” Sgro sees his staff as the most important aspect of his business because they provide the experience. “I also believe very much in creating a business that is simple and consistent and by doing so, you create that warmth when you greet new or returning guests, making them feel welcome and know they will be getting a great meal. We want to create that sort of classic neighbourhood staple.” Hours: Wed. – Fri. 11:30 to 9, 15 Harbour Street, Thornbury 226-665-1717 thegreythornbury.com
Nancy Newton (left) and Kim Furniss of On Pointe Concierge.
ON POINTE CONCIERGE Kim Furniss and Nancy Newton want to help you live your best life by taking tasks off your plate, offering “full corporate and personal concierge service, freeing up time to take back the life you want and deserve to live.” The new business offers a broad range of personal and corporate concierge services, from grocery shopping, errands and travel planning to researching prices and quotes for the products and services you need, holiday All photos courtesy of business owners
ON THE BAY
SUMMER 2019