May 24, 2012
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Three Decades Of Baked Bliss In Thornhill

All bagels at local restaurant are handmade the traditional way

Neighbourhood shop specializes in comfort food

Neighbourhood shop specializes in comfort food

Ben Rafael took his first job at Kiva’s Bagel Bakery and Restaurant when it opened in 1979. Thirty years later, he owns and operates this bagel lover’s oasis. All bagels are made the traditional way — hand rolled, boiled and baked. From chocolate bubke to challah bread or omelettes with 100 different choices of cheese, Kiva’s deals in comfort food. Drop by for a bite at 1027 Steeles Ave. W. or call 416-663-9933.

Allegro Dance School is excited to announce that a group of young dancers from the Thornhill-based school won one platinum and 16 gold medals at the Starcatchers Dance competition. The school offers lessons in ballet, tap and jazz. Visit 201-8403 Yonge St. or call 905-889-9799 for details.

Pane Fresco is a new cafeteria-style restaurant offering a wide variety of salads, soups and sandwiches. Homemade bread is baked fresh every day. Order at the counter to sit down or take out. Call 905-709- 1070 or visit 8707 Dufferin St. to find out more.

The first co-brand store that combines TCBY Yogurt and Country Style shops opened in Thornhill last month. TCBY offers frozen yogourt, and Country Style offers baked goods, coffee, sandwiches and soups. Find the new location at 1082 Centre St., or call 905-762- 4713 for more information.

The Dutchess of Dough is celebrating its first year of business in Thornhill. The bakery specializes in nut-free products, like sugar cookies, cupcakes and cakes. They can also provide dairy-free substitutions for their baked goods. Visit the shop at 167 Applewood Cres., Unit 5, or call 905-881-8963 for details.

Change Lingerie is now open at the Promenade Shopping Centre. The store offers classic and new takes on women’s lingerie and offers a selection of undergarments to wear under activewear. Find the store at 1 Promenade Circle, or call 289-472-5070 for more details.

Cavallino Fine Leathers
recently opened at Centerpoint Mall. The store offers a variety of leather goods, such as handbags, luggage and accessories. Visit the store at 6464 Yonge St., or call 416-567- 3802 for more information.

Movement From Within yoga studio is celebrating its sixth anniversary in Richmond Hill. To find out more, call 905-770-5611.

Hillcrest Shopping Centre will be transformed into a theatre this month, with a performance from High School Musical on July 4 at Centre Court. See a free performance from the show, which opens this summer, at noon or 3 p.m. Hang out afterwards with the cast to get an autograph. Visit 9350 Yonge St. or call 905- 883-1400 to find out more.

If you know of a business opening or closing in your neighbourhood, please call the business editor at 416-250-7979, ext. 278.

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