Totally random but does anyone remember Marvelous Mmmuffins? They used to be in all the malls; I don't think I actually ate their much (being a kid) but I distinctly remember their stores...
Good article here:
https://www.thestar.com/life/food_wi...0s-muffin.html
I think Cookies by George is another "niche" food store (discussed earlier in this thread I believe); I also remember when Cinnabon first opened -- that place seemed super busy for the longest time...