[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 48 (Tuesday, March 20, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E347]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           RECOGNIZING THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF BISCOTTI CAFE

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                            HON. JOHN KATKO

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 20, 2018

  Mr. KATKO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 20th Anniversary of 
Biscotti Cafe in Syracuse.
   Two decades ago, in March 1998, Geoff and Debbie Camire opened their 
bakery on Butternut Street. Soon after opening, their business 
flourished, and became a staple in Syracuse.
   Unfortunately, just five years after opening their doors, Geoff and 
Debbie's business was destroyed in a fire. Despite this massive 
setback, Geoff and Debbie reopened their bakery and persevered. After a 
few years on South Geddes Street, the bakery reopened on North Salina 
Street in 2004, where it remains today. The cafe serves sandwiches, 
soups and salads for lunch. But throughout our community, the bakery is 
best known for its Italian and European-inspired pastries, cookies and 
cakes.
   Twenty years later, the Camires and their staff make thousands upon 
thousands of pastries, cookies, and cakes each year. Businesses and 
business owners like these form the foundation of our economy, and 
provide our communities proof that the American Dream is alive and 
well.
   I am proud to recognize the Camires and Biscotti Cafe for 
celebrating 20 years in business. Geoff and Debbie Camire have become 
an indispensable part of the Syracuse community and I wish this 
outstanding business continued success in the years to come.

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