Toronto Island airport ends free snacks at Porter hub

So long, free espresso. Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is eliminating complimentary beverages such as cappuccino and soft drinks, and most snacks including almonds after modernizing its main departure lounge. Porter Airlines, the Canadian carrier that operates a majority of flights at Billy Bishop, confirmed the move in a series of Twitter messages Thursday. “These changes have come about with the new lounge upgrades and opening of new restaurants and cafes in mid-October," Porter said. “Passengers have asked for more choices in food and shopping, and these new options address their needs." Porter said it will continue to offer free beer, wine and snacks aboard its aircraft. The free in-flight beverages, along with snacks in its airport lounges, were a key marketing tool used by Porter when it started a dozen years ago to compete with Air Canada and WestJet. <br/>