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Smoke Break #847: Mark Brand Of Boneta & Save On Meats Speaks At The Public Salon

Mark Brand, the co-owner of Gastown’s Save On Meats, The Diamond, Boneta and Sea Monstr Sushi, speaking at Sam Sullivan’s “Public Salon” (under the auspices of The Global Civic Policy Society). Good job. More speaker videos here.

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  1. Well I have to say, knowing Mark for the past 25 years, this project is something he will succed with. His determination and drive will be get him to the finish line. A kick from Nico will get him over it. Excellent job and great to see someone who is willing to build not turn their back on what others shun away from…

  2. Fantastic job. Am so looking forward to the reimagining of Save On Meats – especially from such a sensitive planning perspective.

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