Satisfying the community
Molly’s Meat Pies has new family ownership
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The new owners of Molly’s Meat Pies are hope to follow the recipe for success that’s made the St. Boniface business a staple for more than four decades.
Hesham Abohamar and Safeya Shaban officially took over at Molly’s on Oct. 1. The couple bought the business, located at G-390 Provencher Blvd., from previous owner Claudia Kang, who purchased it with her late husband, Ki Yong Park, from longtime previous owners Maureen and Jim McKeown in 2012.
Molly’s is known for its homemade fare with a strong British, Irish and French influence — from steak and kidney pies to soda bread and tourtière. While the couple will continue to make the trademark favourites, they hope to add some items to the menu that reflect their heritage, too, over time.
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Safeya Shaban is pictured at Molly’s Meat Pies.
“My wife has experience as a baker in Saudi Arabia and Egypt, and she has a reputation for her Middle Eastern food,” Abohamar said. The couple and their three children came to Winnipeg in 2022 as part of the provincial nominee program. They currently live in the Bridgwater area.
The business supplies Jardins St-Léon Gardens on St. Mary’s Road during its summer market season, and Abohamar said he’s been pleased to meet regular customers. Many of them come from across the city, while many are local.
“I want to assure our customers that nothing will change, but we hope to add some new things. Coming from a Muslim country, we aim to add things like Halal meat to the menu, and cater to the Muslim community in Winnipeg,” Abohamar said.
He said every day at Molly’s is a learning experience — especially for himself and the couple’s son, Mamdouh, who helps out when he isn’t studying — but he’s enjoying the experience.
“Our customers are often asking about our Scotch pies, cabbage rolls, and potato bread,” Abohamar said, noting that Door Dash delivery will soon be available. “Cornish pasties, shepherd’s pie, and lasagna are also popular.”
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Safeya Shaban is pictured in the kitchen area of Molly’s Meat Pies. The business is historically known for its homemade fare with a strong British, Irish and French influence.
Well-liked items for visitors with a sweet tooth include cookies, shortbread, and scones.
“We want to satisfy all the different communities in Winnipeg,” Abohamar said.
Visit www.mollysmeatpies.ca or call 204-231-0221 for more information.
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From left: Mamdouh Ahmed, Safeya Shaban and Hesham Abohamar are pictured at Molly’s Meat Pies on Oct. 22. The family recent took over the St. Boniface based-business from Claudia Kang.
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