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Two years ago, Porto’s Bakery & Cafe cemented a deal to place a new location in Northridge. That day is almost here, as the iconic local chain opens April 12 in a defunct Sears automotive space.
The president of Porto’s Bakery — and son of matriarch and founder Rosa Porto — Raul Porto Jr. said the company conducted local surveys to determine where to open next, and Northridge won. The location clocks in at 2,700 square feet where all the favorites are available, including those crowd pleasing cheese rolls.
For over a year, the company set up at the Northridge Farmers Market every week, selling croissants, cheese rolls, guava and cheese refugiados, and Cuban rolls in hopes of connecting with the Northridge community before moving in.
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Dodger Dog pizza?
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After 30 years, Katella Grill announces closure
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