With the nice weather comes a string of new small businesses who are setting up stores in our area to help improve the community.
In these trying times we have to shop locally and support our businesses before they shut down.
A big welcome goes to Le Gourmand Lakeshore, at 2897 Lake Shore Blvd. W., which opened its doors about two months ago wowing residents with its world-famous cookies, pastries, sandwiches and signature cakes.
Already an area favourite, the store has another location, The Le Gourmand Café, at Spadina and Richmond St., which offers more services and food.
Just west near Eight Street work is being done to renovate Lucky’s Chicken N’ Waffles, which according to their sign is advertising for kitchen staff, cook and cashier experience.
Those with experience are asked to send their resume by email to info@luckychickennwaffles.com
Further west, near 30th Street is the Waffle House, which sells wings, burgers, waffle burgers and other fast food.
Not much us know about this facility, which appears to be nearly ready and may be opening up soon.
Finally, Kettleman’s Bagel Co. is bringing its beloved Montreal-style rings this fall next to Farm Boy at Alderwoods Plaza.
The brand, which has been baking its bagels in wood-fired ovens since 1993, is known for operating 24/7, 365 days a year, meaning soon Torontonians will be able to order their decked-out bagels whenever they want.
They sell traditional bagels like pumpernickel and chocolate, spreads like lox and cream cheeses, festive seasonal bagels, like green ones for St. Patty’s or Cinco de Mayo fajita bagels.
They recently introduced the bagel dog to their menu, too: a mash-up between a bagel and a hot dog. Toronto’s bagel game is about to be taken to the next level.
If you know of other new businesses opening up please let us know at thesouthetobicokenews@gmail.com