This idea may not be realistic – but I have full editorial control of this blog, so here goes. I think it would be great is some of the public parks about (such as Queen Square) were to have barbeques similar to those at Irving Nature Park or Rockwood Park. I know vandalism and other misuse might be problems – but having diverse services in uptown public spaces would make living in uptown apartments, condos or other homes with little outdoor space more attractive.
For now, I visit my parents from time to time to use their grill and do my best with my stove-top cooking techniques. Perhaps one day, I might be able to walk in my neighbourhood with a cooler to make a nice outdoor cooked meal.
You can take a small Weber bbq to the park now, couldn't you?
ReplyDeleteMaybe, but I like the idea of it being a community resource.
ReplyDeletePerhaps some sort of BBQ could be worked out at a spot like tin can beach, should that ever be turned into usuable space. I can't really see it in Queens Square.
ReplyDeleteI agree... I suppose it would have its issues & complications, but it would make community events in the park easier. Last year Fusion had its first big Yard Sale & BBQ for the Dragon Boat Fest... and getting a BBQ to the park for it was a bit complicated.
ReplyDeleteI think putting something like this at Tin Can beach is a good idea. I like the idea of having bbqs or other places for neighbours and friends to congregate in public places.
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