Editor's Note: This article was written by representatives of the Town of Hempstead.
Rose Fuger and Monica Tarantino, the owners of the acclaimed “A Taste of Home Bakery” in North Bellmore were honored with the Town of Hempstead’s Pathfinder Award for their excellence in business.
The success of their bakery is recognized through the four categories in which they were named “Best of” in the Long Island Press’ 2012 Best of Long Island Awards. A Taste of Home claimed victory in best soup, best lunch deal, best dessert place and best cup of coffee categories.
Those successes pale in comparison to the rewards that come with the smiles of children who walk out of the bakery holding a cookie they are given from behind the counter. While Rose and Monica’s business skills are outstanding, what is truly impressive about these two sisters is their willingness to help out wherever they can, even during some of their company’s leaner times.
During the holidays, Monica and Rose run a “Joy of Giving” Program, donating a portion of all holiday proceeds to local charities including the Alzheimer’s Association of Long Island, Island Harvest and the Long Island Crisis Center.
For Valentine’s Day, they have donated individual wedding cakes to Veterans and Hurricane Sandy victims who have chosen to renew their vows in Hempstead Town.
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