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Editor's
Notes by Robert Kirwan...
The residents of the Town of Valley East are very fortunate
to have such a wide variety of restaurants and food services. There is
something to meet the needs of pretty well everyone. This section will
be dedicated to the people who operate restaurants and the food
services businesses that are providing both goods and services to the
Town of Valley East. |
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U Spice It Is Truly a “Family” Business
U Spice It first
opened its doors in Val Caron on April 9, 2012. So when Holly Baril
and her husband Richard were driving by one day this winter, they
were surprised to see that the business was up for sale.
Both Holly and Richard thought it might be an excellent idea
to buy the business and turn it into a family operation, providing
some valuable hands-on experience for their two children who have
shown interest in becoming entrepreneurs themselves when they
graduate from school.
The idea made
sense for Holly who has always embraced the bulk food concept and so
in March, the Barils took ownership of U Spice It and have loved
every minute since. Long time residents of Valley East will
recognize the Baril family name, since Richard’s parents and his
relatives have been active in this community for as long as anyone
can remember. Holly, who grew up in Timmins,
absolutely loves the Valley.
Her daughter, who has aspirations of becoming a veterinarian, will
be starting the four-year Bio-Med program at Laurentian University
in September. Holly feels that the education her daughter will get
from working in the store will go a long way to preparing her with
the appropriate skills to successfully own and operate her own
business as a veterinarian.
Visitors to U
Spice It are amazed at the selection that is available. They can
find most of the usual products you would expect to see in a bulk
food store, such as nuts, spices, candy and also Walton Baking
products plus a very popular coffee selection by “KiennaKUP”, which
is proving to be a big hit among customers. Holly’s own mother
travels from Timmins every month to spend a few days visiting her
grandchildren and working in the store. Both she and Richard’s
mother have their own personalized aprons and enjoy meeting the
friendly residents of the Valley. Feel free to drop in at any time
just to look around or call (705) 588-5060 if you have any
questions.
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Craig’s Parthenon Commits To Maintaining Fine Dining Tradition
Established Over The Years By George & Irene
Craig Charrier, is the new Owner/Chef of Craig’s Parthenon
Restaurant as of July 1, 2013. He has already claimed the familiar
table and chair where George and Irene sat for so many years
greeting loyal customers and providing a high standard of dining in
Valley East.
Craig, who was
born and raised in Sudbury, took his training at Cambrian College in
the Hotel and Restaurant Management course. For the past seven years
he owned and operated a restaurant at the shopping centre in
Hornepayne until the mall closed in April and left him looking for
other places to relocate. He immediately noticed that the Parthenon
Restaurant was up for sale and began working for George and Irene
for two months before taking over the reigns on July 1, 2013.
Craig indicates
that very little will change on the dinner menu. But he has made
some significant changes to the lunch menu and will be introducing
breakfast from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.
Craig’s
Parthenon will still deliver the same quality of service and food as
it always has since Craig operated basically the same kind of
restaurant in Hornepayne. He is excited to bring breakfast to the
community on the weekends and is looking forward to seeing that
service grow over the next couple of months. He also provides
catering services and has already done two large weddings since
taking over. The private room is still available for small
functions. Craig is already starting to look at houses in Valley
East since he plans on being part of this community for a long, long
time. The web site is
www.theparth.com .
If you
need any information or reservations, call (705) 897-5752.
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The Specialty Market Is Sure To Be A Big Hit Among Local Residents
With Special Dietary Needs
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Jenn Depatie, Manager of The Specialty Market which just
opened up in July in Val Caron, found out that she had gluten
intolerance at the age of five. For the past 21 years she has been
forced to search for gluten free foods in grocery stores, health
food stores, and even at restaurants. She often had to visit up to
five stores to find everything she was looking for.
So when
Jenn and her mother-in-law, Beth Depatie, began discussing the
problem, they decided that the best solution was to open up a store
that focussed entirely on foods and ingredients that people with
special diets need in order to maintain a healthy and normal quality
of life. One night Beth woke up and the name, “The Specialty Market”
just came to her out of the blue. Hence, the birth of one of the
most unique food outlets in the Greater Sudbury Area.
The Specialty
Market carries a wide variety of gluten free foods and ingredients.
Jenn will be implementing a fresh bread program so that customers
will be able to order gluten free bread and pick it up fresh when it
is delivered every week instead of relying on the frozen breads that
are found in most stores. The store also carries products for vegan
diets, diabetics, people who must watch their salt intake, and there
is even a sugar-free candy section. The products are available in
bulk or in individual packages that are prepared by the staff of The
Specialty Market. Everything from flour, chocolate, salt free
spices, gel food colouring, loose leaf tea, flavoured olive oil to
gourmet meat rub can be found in the store and Jenn is willing to
bring in more products that are requested by her customers. Drop in
and have a look for yourself when you have a chance. You will be
impressed.
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Hanmer Landmark Being Moved To Make Way For New St. Louis Wings &
Ribs Sports Bar
The house located beside the Tim Horton’s in Hanmer is being moved
to make way for a brand new St. Louis Wings & Ribs Sports Bar which
is expected to begin construction some time around the beginning of
September. The restaurant is scheduled to open by the end of October
or early November if everything goes according to plan. This will be
the second St. Louis Wings & Ribs Sports Bar in the Greater Sudbury
Area since another one is under construction on Regent Street.
The house, which has become a familiar landmark for local residents,
was constructed in 1956. It will be hauled off and moved to a new
site in Val Caron. The move is expected to take place some time
around August 9 or 10.
The entrance to the new sports bar will be through the Tim Horton’s
entrance. Traffic lights will be installed next summer to help
control the traffic flow at that spot.
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A New Era In Golf Arrives In Valley East As Sam Yawney Introduces
The Community to Monte Vista Golf Club
Sam Yawney has expanded his Golf Sudbury network with the addition
of the golf course in Val Caron this summer. It is not only a new
name, the Monte Vista Golf Club, it is also the dawning of a new era
for local golfers and indeed the entire community since this will
become Golf Sudbury’s only year long facility.
Golfers will easily recognize the Yawney trademark for excellence
and quality. He owns Timberwolf, Cedar Green, Pine Grove, Stone
Hill, and now his new additon to the family, Monte Vista Golf Club
at the top of the hill in Val Caron. Monte Vista is spanish for
mountain view.
The inside of the building has been completely renovated and
refurbished. It includes a two-level banquet hall for private events
and business meetings as well as The Summit Restaurant & Banquet
Hall, which will offer a full menu all year long.
The General Manager of Monte Vista is Charles Parent, who many will
recognize as the Pro Shop Manager for the past four years under the
previous ownership. Charles provides the continuity that Sam Yawney
was looking for during the initial transition year as he introduces
the golf enthusiasts to some remarkable changes to the building and
to the operation in general.
Most people in the Valley will also recognize the new Pro Shop
Manager, Larry Berrio. Larry has made a name for himself in the
entertainment industry as a country singer and will be responsible
for not only operating the Pro Shop, but also for assisting with
most of the functions of the club and taking care of marketing and
promotion. Larry is looking forward to working all year long since
it also provides him with an opportunity to maintain his singing
career and even put on some performances at The Summit. Larry was
born and raised in Valley East and is an avid sportsman. He
indicated that Hunter Safety Courses will be held at Monte Vista in
the fall and the club will also cater to the snow mobile crowd since
the property is right on the main trail.
Larry, Charles and Sam extend a warm invitation to the entire
community, whether you golf or not, to stop by and look the place
over and to try out The Summit Restaurant. They plan on keeping
everyone informed about the events and actitivities that are being
held at Monte Vista in order to become an entertainment hub for the
community. For more information you can call 705-588-3027.
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