During the next week, we'll be looking back at some of the most read stories from the year gone-by. We're kicking it off with top business stories today and will continue with another list each day this week.

If you're new to Newton Patch, these recaps will be a great way to familiarize yourself with what Patch has been up to during 2011. If you're a longtime reader, this is your chance to reminisce a bit. The stories below are presented in no particular order. 

1. Closing Time for C. Tsar's (Sept. 29)
Citing high rent, staggering utility bills and a unsuccessful Groupon deal, the owners of the Newtonville restaurant closed the doors of C. Tsar's after just a year in business. 

2. Wegmans Coming to Newton's Chestnut Hill Square (Dec. 5)
The popular New York-based grocery store announced it plans to open an "urban concept" store in the Chestnut Hill Square development on Route 9, on the site of the former Omni Foods.  

3. The Cottage Comes to Chestnut Hill (June 10)
After success on the West Coast and in nearby Wellesley, The Cottage opened up at new location at the Chestnut Hill Shopping Center.   

4. Newton's Mad Batter Cupcake Shop Closed (Aug. 3)
Citing a business dispute between owners, the Newton Centre cupcake bakery closed this summer after just a couple months in business.   

5. Creme de la Creme of Boston Cream Pie (March 25)
Local baker Eunice Feller of Bread & Chocolate tells about her experience battling Food Network star Bobby Flay in his "Throwdown" show.