Alhana Bakery

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Frequently asked.

The most common questions we get. If something isn’t covered here, email us at Yazan.lzidan@gmail.com or call (647) 960-4559.

Ordering

How does Build Your Box work?
Open the builder page and pick a box size — 12 cookies for $11.99, 24 for $19.99, or 36 for $30.99 — then fill it with any mix of our 8 flavors. Pistachio and Palestinian Kaak are premium cookies; each is capped individually at half the box.
Is there a minimum order?
Yes — the smallest box is 12 cookies for $11.99. For wholesale, we set per-account minimums during the onboarding conversation — get in touch.
Why are pistachio and kaak capped?
Pistachio and Palestinian Kaak cost significantly more to produce than the rest (sesame + slow labour for kaak; premium pistachios). At our flat box price each premium flavor is capped individually at half the box — 6 max in a 12-pack, 12 in a 24-pack, 18 in a 36-pack. You can still build an all-premium box (6 kaak + 6 pistachio in a 12-pack, for example) — neither flavor on its own can exceed half. The other six flavors have no cap.
Can I add a gift note?
Yes — there’s a gift-note field in the cart on the box builder page (max 200 characters). The note is included with the order; we don’t ship the price tag in the box.
Can I order for a wedding, Eid, or large event?
Yes — for orders larger than 50 cookies, please use our catering form instead. We handle bulk pricing, custom mixes, and delivery timing for events.

Delivery

Where do you deliver?
Across Toronto and the inner GTA— Scarborough, North York, East York, Markham, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Pickering, and Ajax. We’re not delivering to Mississauga, Etobicoke, Brampton, Oakville, or Burlington in v1 — drop your email at checkout and we’ll let you know when we expand to your area.
How much does delivery cost?
Delivery is zone-based from our Scarborough kitchen. Zone 1 (Scarborough, East York, Markham, Pickering, Ajax, east North York): $4.99, free over $25. Zone 2 (downtown Toronto, central North York, Richmond Hill, Vaughan): $7.99, free over $40.
When will my order arrive?
Delivery takes 2-5 business days from when you place the order. Same-day delivery is available for orders over $100 — email us if you need it.
Will my cookies arrive fresh?
Yes — our maamoul keeps for 21 days at room temperature with no preservatives, well within any delivery window. Cheesecake cookies(strawberry and blueberry) have a cream filling so they’re best within 7-10 days, refrigerated after opening. Each box ships with a care card noting the relevant dates.

Ingredients & dietary

What allergens are in the cookies?
All Alhana cookies contain wheat, dairy, and egg. Pistachio Cookies and Almond Cookies also contain tree nuts. Palestinian Kaak contains sesame. Cheesecake Cookies (strawberry, blueberry) contain dairy and egg. The Menu and Build-Your-Box pages show the full ingredient list and allergen panel for every cookie.
Are your products halal?
All ingredients we use are halal-friendly (no pork derivatives, no alcohol). We’re working toward formal Halal Certification from the Canadian Halal Authority — see our story for more.
Do you have gluten-free or dairy-free options?
Not yet. Traditional maamoul is wheat- and butter-based; that’s non-negotiable to the recipe. We’re researching alternative recipes for a future product line.
Are your cookies kosher?
We’re not currently Kosher Certified — though our ingredients are individually parve / kosher-friendly. If kosher certification matters for you, please email us at Yazan.lzidan@gmail.com before ordering.

Returns & issues

What if my order arrives damaged?
Email us at Yazan.lzidan@gmail.com within 48 hours of deliverywith your order number and a photo. We’ll either refund the affected items or ship a replacement.
Can I return cookies if I change my mind?
Because our cookies are perishable food, we can’t accept returns. But we stand by every box — if something’s wrong, tell us and we’ll make it right. See our Terms of Service for the full policy.
Can I cancel or change my order after placing it?
If we haven’t baked it yet (typically within 1-2 hours of placing the order), yes — email us and we’ll adjust or refund. Once baking has started, we can’t cancel.

Wholesale & catering

How do I open a wholesale account?
Submit the form on the wholesale page. We reply within one business day with pricing, MOQs, and sample shipment details. We’re an active Empire Direct-to-Store vendor (#361953) and also sell to independent grocers, cafés, and restaurants.
Where can I buy Alhana in stores?
Currently stocked at FreshCo, Sobeys, Foodland (Ontario clusters), and four independent Middle Eastern grocers across the GTA. See the full list on the home page.
Do you do weddings?
Yes — our Mini Pancake Live Station and custom dessert trays are designed for weddings, baby showers, Eid, corporate events, and graduations. Submit details on the catering page and we’ll quote within one business day.
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