November 19, 2010
"The cheery store strives for a diverse clientele. A statue of Ganesh, a portrait of Jesus and a photograph of Mecca adorn the main counter, not far from beauty shots of Bollywood superstar Aishwarya Rai. Garlands and holiday lights brighten the interior. A Hindu priest blessed the store on Nov. 8, the day it opened. The cashier, Bhutanese refugee Yukesh Gurung, likes to wear a Santa Claus hat when he works."

The Tribune

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