Peter Fikaris

A family-based business with an aim to bridge the gap between vegans and nonvegans, The Butcher’s Son continues to serve nostalgic comfort food to its customers amid COVID-19 regulations.

Small and local businesses around Berkeley are struggling because of the COVID-19, colloquially known as the coronavirus, pandemic.

Pizza Moda, which closed Dec. 8, will be reopening as a vegan Italian restaurant under the wing of sister restaurant The Butcher’s Son.

Berkeley’s vegan delicatessen The Butcher’s Son, renowned for house-made vegan foods, will expand its business across the street, moving into the space formerly occupied by Maker’s Common.

Café Nostos, a café featuring a variety of authentic Greek pastries, opened its doors for business near Downtown Berkeley on Wednesday.

The Butcher’s Son, a new vegan deli, opened its doors Monday on University Avenue for its soft opening, despite some setbacks in its preparations.