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FaceTime with the Content Guy:  Extra Cheese

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While in Toronto, I had a chance to visit a store called The Cheese Boutique, which is a master class in celebrating food – not just cheese (the selection of which is extraordinary), but also other categories as well.  Totally worth a visit!

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