Eateries reinvent themselves to beat Covid-19

Writer: Hedda Mittner.

In an attempt to adapt to the crippling restrictions of the Covid-19 lockdown and the absence of international tourists, our local restaurant, bar and coffee shop owners have had to roll up their sleeves and fight for their survival.

While the extension of the curfew until 10pm and the lifting of the alcohol ban have brought some relief, many establishments have also come up with innovations that are not only testament to their resilience and determination to keep their doors open, but also to offer their loyal customers added value.

Rudolf van der Berg of Burgundy has turned Bistro Burgundy into an away-fromhome office space with complimentary WiFi.

Emilia Knight has extended The Gallery Café & Deli Food Store by adding additional premises to her popular deli where she’ll be offering a daily harvest table from 1 September.

Fabio Lenci has gone back to his native roots by opening Dal-Italia Delicatessen, a fresh pasta factory, deli and coffee shop all in one.

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