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New fall menu at Michael and Marion’s in Barrie

Kent Smith’s business philosophy is simple. “I always say yes,” confesses the proprietor of Michael and Marion’s and the Side Door in downtown Barrie.

The positive motto has served the 53-year-old restaurateur well.

A fixture on the local culinary scene for 29 years, Smith is known for extending warm hospitality to every diner that walks through the door of his casual and warm eatery.

“I love owning a restaurant and interacting with my customers,” he admits.

His success stems from his hands-on ownership style. “I’m pretty much here every day, whether it’s for three hours or 18 hours," he said. “I’m the banker, human resources manager, public relations and marketing team, and culinary consultant.”

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