Gluten-Free Bakery Celebrates 20 Years | Rochester News

A humble Avon, New York pizza shop turns 21—and it’s not just surviving, it’s thriving as a gluten-free powerhouse. Owner Paul VanValkenburg, who started this neighborhood gem with a dream of his own place, pivoted after one customer’s simple request: a gluten-free pizza. What began as an experiment became a mission—now offering one of Western New York’s most comprehensive gluten-free menus. Customers, including those traveling from across the state and even Wall Street, are raving about the safe, delicious options that once felt impossible to find. With investment firms taking notice and ambitious plans ahead, this unassuming bakery proves that focusing on a specific need—with heart and innovation—can turn a small dream into a big, life-changing success. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9835105809138d56