Winter is about to hit like a bus full of cement, but the pandemic is already hit us like a bigger bus full of something heavier than cement. Like lead I suppose. The ideal solution is to seal yourself in a box and never interact with your friends and family ever again, but that would be terrible, so instead you can consider inviting a limited group of people over for socially distanced outdoor hang-outs on your heated backyard patio.

But how do I heat my patio? Im glad you asked.

Nova Patio Heater for $1,199 at FrontGate.com

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Sure, thats nearly $1,200, but this baby can easily pump out an entire Covid-19 stimulus checks worth of heat (also known as 46,000 BTUs, comfortably warming a 9.5 foot radius). Its also been approved by CSA Group, the top testing and certification group for gas products in the United States.

If that price is too steep, keep in mind that Amazon has a selection of cheaper, less effective, and significantly less pretty options.

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A woman smiles as she sits on a patio at brunch time in Toronto on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS IMAGES/Rachel Verbin THE CANADIAN PRESS IMAGES/Rachel Verbin

With indoor dining in the city banned until at least November 7th, questions continue surrounding the idea of winter patios.

This comes after Toronto, along with the provinces three other hotspots, were rolled back to modified Stage 2 restrictions following rising COVID-19 cases.

RELATED: City extending patio season with portable heaters

A report going before the planning and housing committee on Tuesday will recommend the City extend the bylaw allowing temporary outdoor patios currently set to expire November 16th.

The Citys chief planner also recommends a moderate increase to the permitted size of these patios.

RELATED: Restaurants near COVID-19 hotspots implement locals-only dining

Operating a patio in the winter brings with it its own set of challenges, and in September, the City gave the green light to restaurants to install heaters through the Cafe TO program.

The temporary use bylaws would remain in place until immediately after the Victoria Day weekend of 2021.

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Sure, you live in the Mojave Desert, one of the driest places in the world. But that doesnt mean you cant turn your backyard or patio into a garden paradise.

Norm Shilling, president of Schilling Horticulture and co-host of KNPRs Desert Bloom radio show, says creating a desert oasis is absolutely worth the effort. Home is sanctuary, Schilling says. We spend a lot of our time and effort creating a beautiful home environment thats just right for us. The landscapeyour outdoor living spaceis an extension of that.

Schilling describes his own half-acre yard as a botanical garden that hosts approximately 400 species of plants, provides shade, nurtures wildlife (birds, lizards and butterflies) and always has something in bloom. My garden pulls me into it, Schilling says. Thats what a garden should do. It should be a space that you want to be in.

Dont let an experts garden intimidate you, though. Even the pros have learned from hard experience: If you were to come to my garden, you would look at it and you say, Oh, my God, this is so beautiful. But what you wouldnt see are all the plants that have already died, Schilling says. Failure is part of the gardening experience. He advises celebrating success and learning from failures.

Like many desert transplants, Schilling didnt always appreciate its stark beauty. He moved from Southern Ontario, Canada, to Southern Nevada at age 10 and hated it. I got here and thought it was the ugliest place I could possibly imagine, Schilling says. But by young adulthood, Schilling learned to love the geography of his adopted home. Its so harsh and at the same time its so delicate, Schilling says. At first glance it seems so barren, but it is just packed and full of life.

Step 1: Brainstorm. Think about what you want from your space. A childrens playground? A shady place to relax? Home-grown vegetables? Fruit trees? Or just some pretty eye candy? Do research and make a budget. If you have the resources, enlist expert help. Or just go it alone. No matter the scope, youll be improving your space and having fun.

Step 2: Lay it out. As with many things in life, a little advanced planning can save you time and money. Schilling recommends grouping your plants by their water needs. Thirsty plants (like fruit trees and lawns) go together, and arid plants go together. Place shade-loving plants where they will get shade and sun-loving plants in the sun. When considering where to plant, remember to leave space for plants to grow to their full size. Dont lay them out for the size they are today. Youll also want to plan out any irrigation or watering systems.

Step 3: Start planting. Schilling recommends starting with young, small plants. They tend to establish themselves more quickly and make for the best investments.

If you plan to actually use a lawnsay you have children or pets who will physically play on itthen Schilling says that grass makes sense. On the other hand, if you just want to look at something pretty, decorating with desert plants is an easier, more environmentally friendly option.

Youre on a tight budget.

Buy young, desert-loving plants and give them space to grow.

Youre short on space.

If you only have an apartment patio, you can still grow a lovely garden using containers.

You want to block out your neighbors.

Dont plant a tree thats going to grow so big it destroys the wall. Plant a bush or small tree that will only reach 10-15 feet of height/spread at maturity.

Youve got weeds.

Dont ruin your day by trying to pick your weeds all at once. Schilling advises only weeding for five to 10 minutes at a time and focusing on pulling weeds before they flower and reproduce.

You like flowers.

Plant cactus. Seriously. The most beautiful flowers in my garden are the cactus blooms, Schilling says. The petals are translucent, so light flows through. Schilling recommends a cactus with brilliant, multicolored flowers called the Flying Saucer (Latin name: Trichocereus hybrid). Schilling says the blooms are so big that you can literally put your face in it and be a bee. And if its backlit, you are in this gorgeous, glowing universe.

Youre looking for big impact.

Go vertical. Add different levels to your garden, whether that means raising a garden bed by a foot or putting a container on a plant stand. Displaying plants at a variety of heights creates visual interest.

Easy. Theyre suited to our environment, which means they require little water and are generally low maintenance.

Enduring. They tend to have a much longer blooming season, Schilling says, with some plants flowering in the middle of summer or winter.

Beautiful. They often have really rich colors of foliageblues and golds and purples. They also have really amazing, bold textures, especially when you get into cacti and suc

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The latest report published by Zeal Insider provides an in-depth analysis on the Outdoor Furniture And Accessories Market with actual market values for the years 2018 and 2019 along with forecast for a period from 2020 to 2028. Thereby, the report provides historic market figures for the years 2018 and 2019 and offers an insight into the impact of COVID-19 on the Outdoor Furniture And Accessories market for the forecast period from 2020 to 2028. The purpose of this study is to provide a detailed overview on the Outdoor Furniture And Accessories market in pre-COVID-19 conditions and further provide information of how the market has changed since the onset of the pandemic.

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Press release from The Downtown District:

Oct. 21, 2020

This season, the Houston Downtown Management District (Downtown District) invites Houstonians and visitors to take advantage of the cooler weather and all the sights that come with fall in Downtown Houston. With outdoor dining options, new public art installations and a wide variety of physically distanced activities at Downtown green spaces, including Buffalo Bayou Park, Discovery Green and Market Square Park, this fall brings the opportunity for Houstonians to safely get out of the house and enjoy the fresh air.

"Downtown parks and restaurants have a wide range of offerings this fall that are both safe and fun," said Angie Bertinot, the Downtown District's Director of Marketing and Communications. "Everyone is looking for a change of scenery, and with the weather cooling down and the city continuing to open up, there is no better time to get out and enjoy what Downtown has to offer."

Fall is also a great time for those interested in a staycation. A number of hotels within walking distance from Downtown hot spots and events are offering special "safecation" packages for Houstonians ready to get out of the house but not out of the city. For more information and offers, visit http://www.downtownhouston.org/staycations.

Please find additional information about fall programming below, and visit http://www.downtownhouston.org for a full event calendar.

DOWNTOWN HOUSTON FALL EVENT CALENDAR

Bravery Chef Hall's Indoor Farmer's Market & Bazaar

Sundays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Located directly across from Market Square Park, Bravery Chef Hall is a 9,000-square-foot space offering diverse, chef-driven concepts including The Blind Goat, BOH Pasta & Pizza, Cherry Block Craft Butcher + Kitchen and Kokoro in a curated platform. Every Sunday, the food hall hosts an indoor market with vendors like local farms, ranches, artists and artisans of handcrafted goods. 409 Travis. http://www.braverychefhall.com

Outdoor Dining

El Big Bad

Open Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.; Saturday, 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Brought to you by the El Gran Malo crew, this casual Tex-Mex restaurant brings hand-crafted tequila infusions, specialty margaritas and craft beers to the table. The gastrocantina-inspired menu is chock full of tasty tacos with fresh toppings like pomegranate salsa, charred scallions, pumpkins seeds and more. 419 Travis. http://www.elbigbad.com

The Grove

Open Monday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Thursday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Located at Discovery Green across the street from the George R. Brown Convention Center, this two-story restaurant offers an expansive dining room overlooking the park's towering oak trees. The menu features rustic American cuisine such as Gulf Coast seafood, steaks and signature rotisserie dishes. The Treehouse roof deck bar features casual bar snacks and a see-and-be-seen atmosphere for cocktails. 1611 Lamar. http://www.thegrovehouston.com

Biggio's Sports Bar

Open Monday through Thursday, 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Friday, 12 p.m. to 12 a.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Offering unparalleled multimedia options, private rooms and a food and beverage menu to match, Biggio's creates a very recognizable yet unique eating and drinking experience with local and superior Texas ingredients prepared in expert and unexpected ways. The bi-level venue features interesting and ever-changing local draft beer selections and crafted cocktails using spirits from Texas distilleries. 1777 Walker. http://www.biggioshouston.com

Saint Arnold Beer Garden

Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

This sports season, Saint Arnold Brewing Company is giving Houstonians another reason to stop by: the Beer Garden Super Screen. Since we can't root for our home teams from the stadiums this year, Saint Arnold brought the big screen to the Beer Garden. Make your way to this Warehouse District brewery for a day of bocce ball, cornhole, H-Town sports and a breathtaking backdrop. 2000 Lyons. http://www.saintarnold.com

Phoenicia Specialty Foods/MKT Bar

Open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Offering quality produce, fresh meats and seafood, boutique wines and beers, premium meats and cheeses, a signature coffee and gelato bar, floral and housewares sections, a comfortable dining area and a designated cooking demonstration kitchen, Phoenicia Specialty Foods Downtown is a one-of-a-kind destination for Houstonians and visitors alike. 1001 Austin. http://www.phoeniciafoods.com

Art Installations

WindowWorks

On display until further notice

Presented by the Downtown District and Up Art Studio, this public art initiative uses the works of 18 Texas-based visual artists to transform the windows of vacant and inactive storefronts in the heart of Downtown. Enjoy the outdoors by taking a self-guided walking tour. Share your adventure by tagging @ArtBlocksHouston and #WindowWorks. Along Main Street. http://www.artblockshouston.org

Artful Anniversary

Throughout the month of October

Buffalo Bayou Partnership celebrates the 5-year anniversary of the completion of Buffalo Bayou Park with Artful Anniversary, a series of unique virtual performances and experiences through the month of October. Artful Anniversary: Urban Yarnage introduces the vibrant and intricate Knitscape by Urban Yarnage at Rosemont Bridge. This nature-themed knitted art commemorates Buffalo Bayou's ecological diversity and makes for an Insta-worthy picture! Buffalo Bayou Park. http://www.buffalobayou.org

Estructuras Monumentales

October 22, 2020, to April 23, 2021

Estructuras Monumentales is a collection of abstract, outdoor sculptures created by the 105-year-old artist, Carmen Herrera. As Herrera's first public art exhibit in Houston, Estructuras Monumentales is organized in partnership with the New York City-based non-profit, Public Art Fund, and features four newly-created sculptures that were first envisioned nearly five decades ago. Fondren Foundation Meadow. http://www.buffalobayou.org

Meander

In October, the Houston Downtown Management District (Downtown District) is installing a new permanent public artwork in Market Square Park. Meander, a series of raised cast-concrete troughs filled with glossy pigmented resin, mimics Buffalo Bayou's physical form and route, giving park visitors a new view of the familiar body of water. The site-specific sculpturepart seating area, part play structure, part artworkwas conceived and created by Falon Mihalic, founder of Falon Land Studio. Meander will be permanently on view beginning October 27.

Outdoor Activities

Discovery Green Fitness Series

Dates and times vary, October through December

Discovery Green's fall Fitness in the Park series includes Tai Chi, Fusion Belly Dance and yoga. All classes require participants to wear masks before and after class, and circles are painted on the lawn to help ensure social distancing. 1500 McKinney. http://www.discoverygreen.com/

Yoga

Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Stretch, breathe and reconnect with yourself in this virtual one-hour yoga session with Andria Dugas.

Fusion Belly Dance

Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Professional movement artist and instructor, YET Torres teaches Fusion Belly Dance which combines dance movements with yoga to build flexibility and muscle tone.

Tai Chi

Saturdays 10:15-11:15 a.m.

Simone Oliver of Four Dragons Institute leads a virtual one-hour class on the fundamentals of Tai Chi.

Hatha Yoga

Saturdays, 9-10 a.m.

A basic vinyasa yoga class for enhanced awareness and a strong, healthy body led by Andria Dugas.

Sound Healing Meditation in the Cistern

Saturdays, 99:45 a.m. and 10:3010:45 a.m.; Wednesdays, 66:45 p.m.

Find your center and practice meditation in the spacious and tranquil Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern. Offered in collaboration with Pralaya Yoga, this meditation series will feature the use of singing bowls and wind chimes to encourage mindfulness and connectivity. 105 Sabine Street. http://www.buffalobayou.org

Movies at Market Square Park

First and Third Wednesday, November through December

The Downtown District hosts free film screenings under the stars every other Wednesday through December. Blankets and lawn chairs are encouraged. Social distancing and face masks will be required at all times. Visit http://www.marketsquarepark.com to see a full list of social distancing guidelines.

Featured films are:

- The Campaign (R, 2012, 1h 25m) on Wednesday, Nov. 4 at 7 p.m.

- Ferris Bueller's Day Off (PG-13, 1986, 1h 43m) on Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 7 p.m.

- The Night Before (R, 2015, 1h 41m) on Wednesday, Dec. 2 at 7 p.m.

- The Muppet Christmas Carol (G, 1992, 1 h 35 m) on Wednesday, Dec. 16 at 7 p.m.

Parks

Buffalo Bayou Park

Open daily, 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Stretching 160-acres between Allen Parkway and Memorial Drive, Buffalo Bayou Park is an urban oasis that offers space to explore and discover the natural beauty of the Bayou, while also taking in the scenic sites. http://www.buffalobayou.org

With Downtown's skyline as its backdrop, Houston's premier greenbelt winds from Shepherd Drive on the west to Bagby Street on the East End. Eleanor Tinsley Park, located within this greenway, is the site of major Houston festivals and events, including the city's Fourth of July Fireworks. 500 Allen Parkway.

Discovery Green

Open daily, 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Downtown's premier green space, Discovery Green encompasses 12 acres and is surrounded by the George R. Brown Convention Center, hotels and Downtown sports arenas. The park was developed by the Houston Downtown Park Conservancy, a group of leading local foundations, philanthropists and civic officials. "Downtown's new backyard," this dynamic park includes two restaurants, kids play area, a man-made lake, two dog runs, a multiuse amphitheater, an event lawn and more. 1500 McKinney. wwww.discoverygreen.com

Market Square Park

Open daily, 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Market Square Park is the bustling center of Downtown Houston's Historic District. The park is a true neighborhood space, anchored by a central lawn where more than one City Hall once stood. A crescent-shaped dog run on the park's west side gives the canine contingent an attractive and active place to let loose. A beautifully lit fence and walkway arc through the park and provides insight to the history of the area. And if you're hungry, check out Houston classic Niko Niko's, where you'll find delightfully shady outdoor seating, a plaza for performances and classic Greek and American favorites. 301 Milam. http://www.marketsquarepark.com

Getting Around Downtown

Walk

Explore Downtown Houston the crisp fall air. Getting around Downtown on foot is easy, and one of the best ways to experience the weather. Maps are available at http://www.downtownhouston.org

Houston BCycle

Ditch your car and ride a bike to all of the Downtown destinations this fall. Monthly and annual memberships available with 16 convenient stations located throughout Downtown Houston. http://www.houston.bcycle.com

Parking

There are affordable parking optionsgarages, surface lots and on-street parkingconvenient to any destination. For help finding surface lots, garage parking or on-street meters, visit http://www.downtownhoustonparking.org.

This press release was produced by The Downtown District. The views expressed here are the author's own.

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Local businesses have been having to think out-of-the-box and find new ways to offer patrons goods and services. With more wiggle room in Yolo County guidelines, the Patio 29 Distillery is able to get back to the business of offering spirit tastings.

Less than a year after opening in Winters, the Patio 29 owners were forced to switch gears in March when coronavirus shelter in place guidelines, and the shutdown of drinking establishments came down from the California governor.

In April 2020, Patio 29 began crafting a recipe for the hand sanitizer from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Over the summer they began making to-go Cocktail Kits available for pick up or local delivery alongside their spirits.

While everything was closed, we wanted to find a way for people to enjoy the craft cocktail experience in the comfort of their own home, and from that came cocktail kits, said Boone.

Each cocktail kit comes with a bottle of spirit, pre-made mixes, garnishes and recipe instructions. The most recent cocktail kit is based on their fan favorite Bees Knees cocktail crafted with lavender infused honey from local PURE honey from up the road.

The Bees Knees is a simple prohibition-era cocktail that is made from gin, honey and lemon juice. Our Gin is made with 8 different botanicals, one of them being locally grown lavender, said Boone. We paired that with PUREs lavender infused honey, and it really was a match made in heaven.

Now that Yolo County is in the Red Tier, with Orange Tier numbers in site, they were able to open up their tasting room again, with some new features.

Weve had to make quite a few changes to our tasting room to meet the current COVID guidelines, said Eric Boone, Patio 20 co-owner and Tasting Room Manager.

With limitations of operating at 25 percent capacity they had to remove tables in their tasting room to maintain social distancing requirements, install plexiglass shields, as well as furnish their patio space with tables and umbrellas. They also made the switch to disposable cups and utensils, including sanitation tasks between customers, and serving food to meet the requirement to re-open.

Were just thrilled to be back pouring tastings, making drinks, and sharing our passion of spirits with this community, said Boone.

Patio 29 is currently offering indoor and outdoor seating available on Fridays and Saturdays. However, seating is limited due to COVID guidelines, and is first come first served. Patrons are required to wear masks when not seated at a table, asked to practice safe social distancing, and must be 21 year or older. Their patio is dog friendly.

Boone said fans can look forward to their upcoming Bourbon and Rye spirits on track to release by the end of the year.

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Torontos restaurants and bars are scrambling to extend patio season for as long as possible following the 28-day ban imposed October 10 on indoor dining but many are finding that winterizing is more difficult than they thought, and some are closing down altogether for the time being.

Theres no confidence, really, that people will flock to outdoor patios in the winter, said James Rilett, Restaurants Canadas vice-president for central Canada. This uncertainty has left restaurant owners wondering if theyll be worth the investment, he said.

And while some restaurants are charging ahead with winterizing their patios for the long haul, its a select few and its a challenge, given the current shortage of space heaters caused by increased demand, said Ryan Mallough, director of provincial affairs for Ontario for the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB).

There are also lots of rules to follow, Mallough said. For example, business owners looking to put up tents around their patios need to make sure theyre following city directives.

According to Torontos guidelines for restaurants and bars, if a business is covering its patio, at least two walls of the structure must be open to the outdoors. If the roof of the patio is open, at least one wall must be open to the outdoors.

On Monday, Toronto Mayor John Tory said hes hoping to have more advice for businesses in the next couple of days on how to create safe outdoor patios.

The challenge is you cant just create another indoor space out of canvas, he said.

Most businesses would prefer to just go back to indoor dining, Mallough said, but if the ban on that continues, the ones who stay open will likely revert to takeout only, as they did in the pandemics early days.

Thats really the only option, he said.

Some may shut down temporarily, Mallough added a reality some are already facing.

Devon Salomone, co-owner of East Thirty-Six, said in an email that construction on Wellington St. prevented the restaurant from extending its patio season, making it impossible to stay open.

We are 100 per cent concerned about being able to survive a continued ban on indoor dining, Salomone said.

Salomone and other Toronto restaurateurs said the short notice of indoor closures just 24 hours made things even harder, from trying to sell off inventory to having to lay off staff.

The new rent relief program may help temporarily closed businesses like East Thirty-Six, as it theoretically gives extra aid to businesses that have been forced to close. But Mallough wants to know whether that will include restaurants that are only offering takeout.

Its hard to put any type of investment (into a winter patio) when you dont know if the business is even there, Salomone said. Do people even want to eat outside when it will be cold and damp?

Rilett expects many restaurants will shut down permanently, especially if the indoor dining ban is extended. Others will pivot to takeout or meal kits, he said.

But pivoting to takeout isnt a fix-all. Many restaurants, like The Pint Public House on Front St., just arent the kinds of restaurants people got to for takeout, explained owner Cesar Mesen. So while offering takeout has helped, if the indoor dining ban continues into the winter, it wont be enough to sustain the business, he said.

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Mesen said the business has had no choice but to extend its patio season for as long as possible but not forever.

It comes at a great expense, he said, explaining that between propane, the rental of an awning and other expenses, hes looking at $1,000 a week.

Are we afraid? Absolutely, he said, stressing how difficult it is to plan for the unknown.

Sean Bayley, president and owner of FAB Restaurant Concepts Inc., said some of the nine restaurants the company owns already had heaters or fire pits, which have helped extend patio season. One location, Against the Grain, recently debuted several transparent outdoor domes that can fit up to six people.

But Bayley isnt planning on fully winterizing those patios: it costs a lot of money, he said.

Its hard to make a decision with the mixed messaging coming from officials at different levels, he added, referring to the back and forth that preceded the ban on indoor dining.

Mesen and Bayley are both concerned the indoor dining ban will be extended, or that the winter will see restaurants repeatedly forced to close, reopen, and close again.

That would be very bad, Bayley said.

Both are also waiting for details about the governments new rent relief program.

We still dont have an answer, and rent is due in two weeks, Bayley said.

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WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI Warmer weather has accommodated outdoor dining thats helped Ann Arbor-area restaurants stay busy this summer and meet safety guidelines amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

That wont be the case over the next few months, though, as Michigans weather turns from sun to snow.

So, restaurants are entertaining all sorts of possibilities about how to best serve their customers this winter. And while some will offer heated seating outside, most will promote carryout.

Even during this summertime period, patio sales accounted for less than 20% of our overall sales, said Ali Ramlawi, Ann Arbor City Council member and owner of Jerusalem Garden, 314 E. Liberty St. in Ann Arbor. So, over 80% of our sales have been takeout orders. Based on what weve experienced, I think were going to remain a takeout, to-go business, unless it becomes so dire that we need to open up the inside.

It was about four months ago that the Ann Arbor City Council approved a plan for restaurants to expand their patio seating areas into the street.

People have been waiting for outdoor tables at Jerusalem Garden even as temperatures have dipped this fall, Ramlawi said. As long as the weather stays nice, Ramlawi said he wont open the inside and will continue to offer patio seating.

But, it would be hard to invest in expensive infrastructure to heat the patio, Ramlawi said. University of Michigan students account for a big percentage of business and, since students will be gone for most of December and January, investing in outdoor seating for the winter just doesnt seem advantageous, he said.

Heating the outdoors with the propane or whatever youre using, if youre going to be buying the igloos or infrastructure for enclosures, I mean these are substantial added costs of doing business when youre already losing money, Ramlawi said.

Mani Osteria, 341 E. Liberty St. in Ann Arbor, will close its patio in the coming weeks and continue to offer curbside pickup, which it has been doing since March, owner Adam Baru said. Offering outdoor seating this winter is a wait-and-see situation, he said.

We dont mind spending the money in order to get ourselves to a high-functioning place if it makes sense," Baru said. "Right now, were still just sort of saying lets just ride this for what it is and see what happens over the next month or two. Its going to be a turbulent few months.

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Indoor seating at Mani Osteria is not open, Baru said, adding he doesnt plan on opening the dining room unless its absolutely necessary. Instead, the restaurant will continue to do curbside pickup and potentially add delivery to reach more people.

Baru has looked at tenting off part of the patio and adding heaters, he said, but the patio and curbside pickup areas share a mutual space. Tenting off the area would cause more problems for getting curbside orders to cars, Baru said.

If we had to pick one or the other, we would pick the curbside," he said. "Its really a far better model for us and what we do.

Some restaurants, however, are choosing to heat their patio spaces.

Bellflower, 209 Pearl St. in Ypsilanti, has five of its 10 outdoor tables under an awning, said Mark Maynard, one of three partners in the restaurant. Those tables have heaters next to them, which should get them through the next month, he said. Bellflower also has installed a new gas line and two gas heaters for the outdoor area.

We already had the awning installed before COVID hit, so we were fortunate, Maynard said. I know others werent as fortunate, but we were super lucky in that we had already planned on having an outdoor seating environment for people.

Bellflowers indoor dining room and bar are open with limited capacity for social distancing, Maynard said. And while theyre still figuring out how to do carryout for dinner, the lunch menu which features more sandwiches is all carryout, he said. Bellflower is also planning on doing more retail sales and plans to open a wine shop soon, Maynard said.

Frita Batidos, 117 W. Washington St. in Ann Arbor, is upgrading the restaurants heaters for their patio, owner Eve Aronoff said. Aronoff originally wasnt going to invest in the heaters, but wants people to be comfortable, she said.

Its always a work in progress these days, and so we just reversed course on that because we felt like it would balance out because people have commented that on those unseasonably cold days, theyre not comfortable, Aronoff said.

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Like other restaurants, Aronoff said Frita Batidos is fine-tuning its delivery and online ordering systems, and will have more space and be more efficient after moving into the old Logan restaurant site.

Sidetrack Bar and Grill, 56 E. Cross St. in Ypsilantis Depot Town, is also considering a heated patio, owner Linda French said. The restaurant turned its back parking lot into a patio, and French said that could become permanent as it will have removable sides with heaters, as well as being open air.

This winter, however, its possible Sidetrack could move to carryout-only meals.

Were just going to play it out," French said. "This will be the first week that we will probably be inside, so we will see if it even warrants even staying open for that, or do we just do carryout. Were just trying to figure out what to do to stay open. And if we cant stay open, then we will do carryout.

The restaurant is currently at 50% capacity, and French said she just wants to make sure everyone at the restaurant is safe.

Savas, 216 S. State St. in Ann Arbor, intends to have a heated tent open through the beginning of next year, owner Sava Farah said. However, she knows many people wont want to sit outside on 20-degree days, so she will push carryout, family dinners and find alternate ways to generate revenue.

One of those ways is through a large-format catering option, where people can order trays of their favorite foods to serve up to six people, Farah said. The restaurant is also considering adding a delivery system in anticipation of a rough beginning next year.

Weve got a two-fold issue that were trying to solve, which is to pay our bills and stay in business, but we also dont want to have to lay off staff, Farah said. Were just thinking if it slows down in the restaurant, perhaps some of that staff that was delivering food to the tables could be delivering food to peoples homes or offices.

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Theres a lot of uncertainty ahead for the restaurant industry, just as there was during the height of the coronavirus pandemic, Farah said.

But she and other restaurant owners hope the winter will be mild. And with a little bit of faith and good luck, things will turn around, Farah said.

Were optimistic," Farah said. This is only temporary. We have a few more massive waves here and hope come spring or summer 2021, were putting this thing behind us.

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The track, originally released in 2019, has over 42 million Spotify streams to date. It quickly became a fan favorite and spun out as a viral hit. Cigarettes On Patios gains traction on TikTok daily while it is continuously added to Spotify playlists such as Pop Rising, Beast Mode, and Anti Pop.

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