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Wife of The Real Jerk's Ed Pottinger remembers him as the 'ultimate optimist'

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March 18, 2026

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Edward Pottinger, the man behind The Real Jerk, has died. The restaurant first opened its doors in 1984, and it became a pillar of Toronto. We spoke to Pottinger’s wife and business partner about the legacy he leaves behind.

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