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578-7740 _ Business Profile _lllBlllltllllllllllllltl the Sweet Taste at Success In October 2004.Alicia MacLellan made the decision to put universi- ty on hold for a while and get some hands-on experience by purchasing her own business. The Bon Bon Fac- tory, formerly a chocolate whole- saler, was up for sale and Alicia, who had worked there part time for a number of years, saw an opportunity to take a business that already had a great product and make it even bet- ter by opening it up to the general public. Almost a year later, the JI-year-old Waterloo native has transformed the former chocolate wholesaler into a successful retail store, supplying chocolate and other delectable good- ies to corporations and individuals for special occasions, important mile- stones, community events and, the best reason to indulge in chocolate - just because. All of the Bon Ban Factory‘s chocolate is made right on site by Alicia and her employees. Some of the newest treats available are choco- late Mubes, chocolate covered gin- ger, chocolate fortune cookies, iirs7iiiiilPr =i,):tl--reels, S’gar .500 Fajrway Rd. s., Kitchener . 894-2255 (in the Cineplex Plaza). www.nttletttar.ca chocolate golf balls and Crunch _ a combination of caramel popcorn. peanuts and marshmallows. The store always has a sample tray at the front counter for new customers to try before they buy. and be sure to check out Bon Bony, display board out front that advertises great weekly specials, two-for-one deals and mouth watering new treats "rm very pleased with the store's location," says Alicia, of the Bon Bon Factory"s Phillip and Albert Street store." “We have regulars who pop by once or twice a week to satisfy their chocolate cravings and lots of walk in traffic who see the store while they're waiting in the Tim Horton's drive through or even passing by on foot." Alicia is looking to expand the business in the future by opening additional locations in the area. The Ban Bon Factory has made a name for itself with their unique gift baskets to celebrate every occasion. From Christmas to Hallowe'en. East- er, Mother's Day and Father's Day, weddings, anniversaries, showers, even the end of the school year brings in many cus- tomers looking for the perfect way to say "thanks" to a favorite teacher. The Bon Bon Factory always has their shelves stocked with pre-made gift baskets to choose from. or, if you prefer, you can create your own to customize it to the occasion or the recipient. Up3cale Resale For Your Little Star l Zhilllrrn‘s clothing ncwhurn to sin I2 Toys & baby L-quipmcm Matcrnity wrar [ms of parking at the door