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When dine-in and after-work drinks were lost to COVID-19 restrictions, these purveyors found creative ways to deliver the goods.

Bespoke mocktails at home

Toronto-based cocktail queens Evelyn Chick and Amanda Chen always wanted to start a cocktail subscription service. COVID-19 restrictions just played the role of “catalyst,” says Chick. Their Stay at Home Cocktail Club delivers three seasonally inspired mocktail recipes (making nine drinks total)— and the ingredients to make them—to homes across Canada for just $45 a month. Should you want to level up, the recipes come with spirits suggestions you can add to the mix from your home bar. stayathomecocktailclub.com

Artisanal pizza, any time

General Assembly Pizza has upped the frozen pie game with its pizza subscription service, which launched in September 2020. The Toronto-based artisanal pizza maker now allows pie fans to order anywhere from four to ten of its 10-inch naturally leavened pizzas (delivered frozen) for as low as $39 per month. The pizzas, which are ready to eat in under 10 minutes, are available for delivery in select postal codes in Southwestern Ontario. gapizza.com/products/ subscription

For that handmade ramen experience

Guelph-area handmade noodle haven Crafty Ramen caters to the cravings of the authentic noodle bar fan. Its fresh ramen subscription service lets you choose from a selection of slurp-worthy options, from spicy negi (vegan) to Kaizen warrior pork (broth and fresh ingredients are included in the order). Co-founders Jared and Miki Ferrell attended the Yamato School of Ramen together, so you’re guaranteed an authentic experience. Kits start at $32. Crafty Ramen delivers throughout Southwestern Ontario. craftyramen.com