Elias Makhoul stimulates as he pontificates (Photo by Chloe Ellingson)
We didn’t think it was possible, but Mystic Muffin just got a little quirkier. Now, in addition to doling out his famed apple cake, falafel and political opinions (muffins take a back seat), owner Elias Makhoul is giving us extra reasons to adore his Jarvis and Richmond eatery: he’s picking up the tab. Makhoul is responding to dismal sales by implementing two policies for regulars who are out of work:
1. The Stimulus Package: free meals if you’re unemployed, or free apple cake if you bring your lunch from home.
2. Recession Readiness Course: free cooking classes for those who can no longer afford to eat out. Read the rest of this entry »
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