Sofo Foods – bringing a taste of Italy to the area for over 80 years

A unique shopping experience is what the Sofo family wants for its customers. “Sofo’s Italian Market is more than just a bakery and deli,” said Store Manager Tony Feudi. Located at 5400 Monroe St., shoppers will find a business committed to quality products and high-level customer service. “We specialize in imported goods, meats, and cheeses mainly from the Mediterranean – Italy, Greece and Spain. At our store, the customers come first, and we go the extra mile for them,” said Feudi. Continue reading Sofo Foods – bringing a taste of Italy to the area for over 80 years

Sylvania’s Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio touts new staff; new services

Shannon Schwanbeck of Sylvania’s Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio was looking for just the right people to help in her store. She wanted those who have product knowledge and a good understanding of how to provide great customer service. Her hopes were realized thanks to two of her loyal customers. Continue reading Sylvania’s Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio touts new staff; new services

Home Design Gallery opens in Sylvania

Total Quality Construction Ltd. has been a Sylvania business for over 20 years. The company, started by Scott Hinz, began as a framing company and has grown and pivoted over the years along with the market and economy. With determination, persistence, and an upstanding reputation TQC has stood the test of time. Now, the residential remodeling business is growing again to fill the needs of today’s homeowners. Continue reading Home Design Gallery opens in Sylvania

Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream and Yogurt celebrates 20 years in Sylvania

The Boyd family has always been into ice cream. The family of four, dad Chip, mom Charlene, son Chris and daughter Susan would always get ice cream together on Sundays when the children were growing up. On June 21, the Boyds celebrated the 20th anniversary of their Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream and Yogurt location at 5908 W. Sylvania Ave. Continue reading Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream and Yogurt celebrates 20 years in Sylvania

J&G’s new Dallas Tap Room to open at summer’s end

After almost a year the J&G Pizza Palace expansion is nearing completion. Plans call for the new Dallas Tap Room adjacent to the restaurant to open by the end of summer.
Patrons will find an extended menu including an array of appetizers along with the traditional J&G favorites.  In addition, a full complement of cocktails and wines will be available accompanying the Upside Brewing selections, along other local and regional craft beers. Continue reading J&G’s new Dallas Tap Room to open at summer’s end

Activities abound at Kingston Residence of Sylvania

Susan Ochs chose Kingston of Sylvania for her residence a little less than a year ago. “When I first came here, I isolated myself and was mostly in my room alone. I was a schoolteacher for 41 years, and I just couldn’t sit around and do nothing. One day the activities director talked to me about getting more involved,” she recalled. Continue reading Activities abound at Kingston Residence of Sylvania

Sylvania Toy Store is a haven for kids and collectors alike

Tony and Elle Spare have parlayed their individual childhood passions into a full-time family business. Tony Spare grew up loving and collecting action figures such as GI Joe, Transformers, Ninja Turtles, Star Wars characters, and more. He also was, and still is, passionate about early video games, which he continues to collect. He got into vintage comic books, a passion he shared with his father who, incidentally, owned a collectibles business. Continue reading Sylvania Toy Store is a haven for kids and collectors alike