Opened Nov. 1, Bel Bagels & Deli brings another East End foodie storefront to Sanibel Island. The SanCap Chamber officially congratulated the new take-out spot at 359 Periwinkle Way with a ribbon-cutting Jan. 15.
“I am from New York and growing up, fresh bagels were my favorite!” said owner Rasica Selvarajah. “I used to love for the family to go to the fresh bagel shops in New York. I remember the aroma of those specialty bagel cafes and the choices of all the fresh breads.”
Selvarajah’s bagels and breads are baked fresh every day. Open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. seven days a week, Bel offers a variety of bagels and toppings plus breakfast sandwiches and morning-time favorites. For lunch or early dinner, deli sandwiches, flatbreads, and design-you-own salads round out the menu, including the popular barbecue turkey brisket sandwich and chicken salad on bread or in a wrap.
“Nothing heals better than good food, and we’re thrilled to have a new deli that fills in missing gaps in the island food scene,” said SanCap Chamber president and chief executive officer. “Bel is perfect for pre-beach picnic makings and, for us worker bees, a quick and delicious lunch.”
“I am so appreciative of our chamber of commerce,” Selvarajah said. “From the start, SanCap Chamber has been very supportive. The ribbon-cutting was a joy! The Bel Deli is looking forward to a continued relationship with the chamber.”
ABOUT SANCAP CHAMBER
The SanCap Chamber is dedicated to promoting the prosperity of its members and preserving the quality of life of our community. The Chamber plays a key role in facilitating communication and cooperation between business, residents, and government to enhance the economic health of the islands. Its website, sanibel-captiva.org, receives over 1.3 million visits per year. For more information about the chamber, visit sanibel-captiva.org or contact John Lai, president and CEO, at 239-472-2348 or [email protected].
