The Inside Story: The Brampton bakery that’s shattering stigmas

By News Staff

Posted February 18, 2014 8:17 pm.

This article is more than 5 years old.

The cupcakes at Cristina’s Tortina Shop are delicious, but it’s what’s going on behind the counter that is truly inspiring. You can visit the shop at 17 Ray Lawson Blvd. in Brampton

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