Owner Pauline Sazon and Akemi Schofield of Fete Boutique
Fair Trade and environmentally friendly products set store apart Fete Boutique Floral and Events has just opened in Bayview Village Shopping Centre. Owned by Pauline Sazon, the boutique focuses on ethical consumer goods, particularly Fair Trade and environmentally friendly products. In addition to their ecofriendly invitations, candles and recycled wrapping paper, the shop functions as a full florist. “All flowers are either purchased from certified Fair Trade farms in South America or locally in Ontario,” Sazon notes, something that differentiates the business from its competition. “We are trying to carry products that help us leave a smaller footprint on our planet.” For more information, call 416-222-6751.
Le Gourmet Shawarma Café is marking its fast approaching third year at 3221 Yonge St. near Lawrence Avenue. The eatery offers Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, including shawarmas and kebabs. Also available are vegetarian selections such as salad, soup, rice and falafels. Call 416-486- 5005 for more information.
Generations Family Health Centre, is opening at Lawrence Avenue and Avenue Road, and gives a new meaning to the term “family medicine.” Doctor Brian Silver, a family physician with 30 years of experience, will work alongside his sons Jeffrey and David — who are both recent medical school graduates — as well as Sheana Desson, the daughter of the practice’s head nurse. The centre is located at 272 Lawrence Ave. W. and can be reached at 416-847- 9999 for more information.
The new Salomon store at Shops at Don Mills is hosting a series of beginner outdoor clinics to be held in-store. These sessions will focus on adventure racing, trail running and orienteering, and include both instruction and practical components where participants will have a chance to try out their new skills outside. Pre-registration is required. Call 416-384-1661 for details.
Designer Franco Mirabelli has opened his new flagship store Mirabelli at Bayview Village. This third Toronto location specializes in ready-to-wear clothing for women, designed and manufactured in Toronto. Mirabelli’s clothes are sleek, simple and yet sophisticated — perfect for the office and everyday wear. Check out the new location in Bayview Village at 2901 Bayview Ave.
Pamper Me Pleeease is a new pet boutique and spa for the fourlegged member of your family. The new business offers pet grooming, photography and framing, foods, treats and apparel. Visit 386 Sheppard Ave. E., Unit 7, or call 647-351-7297.
Norm Boyd is excited to be celebrating the 4,000 car delivery of his career. “I never thought I would be at this level, but I feel among an elite few in Toronto,” Boyd says. Visit Don Valley North Lexus, 3120 Steeles Ave. E., or call 416-798-3865.
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