An Italian bakery that in late 2022 was forced to close because it was drawing too many customers has a new home. And customers have been returning in droves. Forno Tony, formerly and very briefly located in a small plaza at East Avenue and Winton Road, reopened Dec. 30 at 1350 University Ave.

Despite the year-long absence, demand remains high for its Roman-style pizzas and Italian sweets, said Billy Gushue, who co-owns the business with his brother Ryan. “We’ve been selling out before close, and it’s not like we’re making a small amount,” Gushue said.