When asked about Earlscourt BBQ, Corso Italia residents describe the restaurant as a community hub whose owner, Jason Rees, goes out of his way to lift up the neighbourhood. So when a kitchen grease fire shut the place down on Dec. 10, dozens of community members banded together to support Rees and his staff. He knew Earlscourt BBQ was popular, but didn’t realize how willing people were to help. Rees routinely offers up the restaurant for community events including fundraisers, BIA board meetings and community association meetings. It’s going to happen.”To support Earlscourt BBQ and its staff, visit the crowdfunding campaign on GoFundMe.

Source: thestar December 27, 2019 05:03 UTC