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And that\u2019s how the incredible story of the Lesters Corporation began! &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2021 marked Lesters\u2019 90<sup>th<\/sup> anniversary. 90 years of providing culinary pleasure and comfort thanks to their high-quality products! None of this would have been possible without the ongoing hard work and devotion of their employees, and the loyalty of their clientele.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is just the beginning, however. Lesters is not finished astonishing yet. We strive every day to innovate and to surprise. One thing is certain though, Lesters will continue to be there for you, sharing in the special moments of your life and bringing you a taste of the best!&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It was in 1925 that Max Lester left Eastern Europe to settle in Canada bringing with him his family\u2019s celebrated smoked meat recipe. In 1931, he opened a restaurant on \u201cthe Main\u201d. 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