Cheskie's is a landmark Jewish/Kosher bakery in the Mile End.

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Cheskie's

Montréal


Cheskie's is a landmark kosher bakery serving Montréal's Jewish community and beyond. Stop by and grab freshly baked challah bread or some traditional pastries. Located in the popular Mile End district, it's a great stop to glimpse one of the city's most eclectic neighborhoods in full swing.


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