An Ottawa brewery owner has an idea to help businesses like his thrive during the COVID-19 pandemic — and maybe afterward as well. Dave Longbottom, owner of Flora Hall Brewing, has asked the City of Ottawa to consider allowing breweries, restaurants and pubs that don't have patio space to operate "pop-up" establishments in city parks. We speak to the owner of Flora Hall Brewing about his idea to bring beer to a park near you this summer. All Longbottom's waiting for is the City of Ottawa to give him the green light — for which he's only mildly hopeful. The National Capital Commission started a similar pop-up idea last summer that allows people to enjoy a treat and alcoholic drink in an outdoor, public area.

Source: CBC News June 29, 2020 07:27 UTC