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Nuwan opened Mellow D on June 10, and nearly everything in the shop is made by his own hands — every chocolate, every French pastry, from scratch. Before this, he spent more than 20 years in Dubai kitchens, working in five-star hotels, clubs, and restaurants. Now that experience goes into a small shop of his…

Daniel knows most of his customers by name — and he means that literally. On Saturdays, when he’s working the floor at Ocean Odyssey Inland, he’ll welcome a newcomer at the counter while calling hello to the regulars filing in behind them, many of whom he’s known for years. Ocean Odyssey has been around since…

Jay has been part of the Stony Plain Road neighbourhood for more than 20 years — long enough to know the regulars, the side streets, and the rhythm of the place. So when the local NOFRILLS came up at the end of 2024, taking it over with his wife Suzie felt less like a business…

It started with a locked door. A young art student, five minutes too late, knocking on the glass of a downtown supply store while the staff inside pointed at their watches and shook their heads. Most people would have just gone home frustrated. Eveline Garneau went home, told her boyfriend,  Edmonton needed an art supply…

Walk into Square 1 Coffee in West Block Glenora and the first thing you notice isn’t the menu — it’s the feeling. Regulars settling in with laptops, friends leaning over a shared table, the low hum of a Friday-night guitar warming up in the corner. Somewhere along the way, this West Block cafe stopped being…

For Jaimin Prajapati, healthcare has always been about connection, trust, and making a meaningful difference in people’s lives. As the owner and pharmacist behind BeHealthy Pharmacy, he has built his business around personalized care and strong community relationships, offering patients a welcoming, accessible place to turn for support far beyond just prescriptions. From medication reviews…

The Stony Plain Road Business Association, in partnership with YEG Ambassadors and the Jasper Place Arts Society, is seeking artists for a community engagement project taking place throughout the summer in Jasper Place. This project will explore assumptions and attitudes surrounding tagging and graffiti through a series of five public art happenings held over the…

Variant Edition is a destination for comic lovers, curious newcomers, and anyone looking to rediscover the joy of storytelling. With shelves packed full of graphic novels, the shop offers something far beyond the typical bookstore experience. Variant Edition is where conversations spark, recommendations are personalized, and every visit holds the promise of a new favorite…

Business feature: Glenora Fine Wines & Spirits    Tucked into the vibrant West Block Glenora, Glenora Fine Wines & Spirits is a go-to destination for thoughtfully curated wines, spirits, and warm, personalized service. We had the pleasure of chatting with Sonia Puri , the owner of Glenora Fine Wines & Spirits. Sonia brings exceptional experience,…