May 18, 2011 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 13 F O CUS on ALLENDALE Businesses Mezza Luna: Where friends and family meet ith locations at both 95 and 96 West Allendale Avenue, Allendale, Mezza Luna Bistro Ristorante now offers diners more opportunities to enjoy creatively prepared food close to home. Owners Ed and Adam Veseli cordially invite the community to enjoy a relaxed dining experience at 96 West Allendale Avenue, or to celebrate their next special occasion in the restaurant’s completely refurbished party venue just across the street. Last year, the Veselis transformed the restaurant’s original location at 95 West Allendale Avenue into a destination for Christenings, showers, weddings, anniversary parties, and business meetings. Mezza Luna’s party location, which includes an outside patio, has since been completely renovated and provides a comfortable, relaxing, and welcoming atmosphere. At 96 West Allendale Mezza Luna Avenue, the Veselis continue to serve Mezza Luna’s well-loved fare. The new restaurant has the same menu and the same owners, but it’s bigger and ample parking is available in the back lot. Patio dining is also available at this location. Mezza Luna offers $9.95 lunch specials that include soup, salad, a choice of entrees, and coffee. For dinner, the restaurant offers a selection of hot and cold appetizers, and entrees that include homemade dishes featuring pasta, chicken, veal, and steak. House specialties include Chicken Mezza Luna, which is stuffed with shrimp, spinach, and cheese and sautéed with wild mushrooms in a brandy sauce; and Pappardele Mezza Luna, which is made with asparagus, shallots, cream, and tomatoes. Daily specials are available, and all entrees are served with a house salad, vegetable, and potatoes. Coffee and dessert selections include espresso and cappuccino, cannoli, tartufo, and daily specials. Call (201) 327-6556 or visit online at mezzaluna-bistro.com. Ask about party packages and special offers. Peachy Keen Kids: A very unique boutique eachy Keen Kids is a very unique boutique located in Allendale. “We specialize in the one-of-a-kind, from hand painted children’s rocking chairs to a complete nursery design,” explains owner Susan Keane. Keane opened the business five years ago and expanded after completing an interior design program. “Initially, Peachy Keen Kids was known for beautiful baby and children’s gifts and décor. We have now expanded into a full design center specializing in baby’s and children’s rooms up to the teens,” Susan advises. Peachy Keen Kids strives to carry American-made products, and all of Susan’s bedding suppliers and most of her furniture suppliers are located in the U.S. Susan notes that there are high-quality furniture companies here in the U.S. that make beautiful furniture from quality wood (not particle board or MDF) with custom finishes. “You may pay a little more,” she says, “but the pieces are custom and, in many cases, Peachy Keen Kids made to pass on to the next generation.” Susan can also assist is decorating a child’s room with custom murals, unique lighting fixtures, mirrors, rugs, and wall art. “We also do custom bedding for cribs up to king size beds and can coordinate window treatments with the bedding,” Susan adds. Susan and several other local artists paint and personalize piggy banks, rocking chairs, rocking horses, toy boxes, jewelry boxes, and many other items. Monogramming is available for items ranging from blankets to bathing suits. Susan also carries christening and specialty dresses. “Today, most people think chain stores are the only options for furnishing or decorating a child’s room. I try to bring in more creativity and quality products when designing a child’s room,” Susan adds. Peachy Keen Kids is located at 385 Franklin Turnpike in Allendale. Phone (201) 962-3290 Hours are weekdays 10:30 to 5:30 and Saturday 10-5. W P ohsler’s Allendale Nursery & Florist,established in 1913, is an institution in Allendale. A fifth generation of the Rohsler family is now actively involved in the operation of the family business, which was voted the “Best Nursery in Bergen” by (201) Magazine readers for the last four years in a row. Part of this popularity can be attributed to the knowledgeable, friendly and patient service the Rohsler staff provides. The sales force is well trained and experienced - many employees hold professional degrees in their field - and all are eager to offer advice in their area of expertise. Rohsler’s offers its customers premium quality plants and trees, fresh flowers, garden decor, expert horticultural advice and an unparalleled selection. Many of the plants, including poinsettias, hydrangeas, annuals and perennials, such as geraniums, impatiens, peonies, vegetables and herbs, are homegrown in their own greenhouses and fields. Additionally, as an authorized member of the David Austin Roses Premier Partnership Program, Rohsler’s conveniently offers premium quality roses grown in the USA. R Come See How Affordable Quality Can Be at Rohsler’s Allendale Nursery & Florist Rohsler’s has in stock and on display a wide range of choices for gracious outdoor living Pictured from left: Robyn Rohsler Ortiz, Mark Rohsler and Bruce Rohsler. and entertaining, from teak and cast aluminum furniture, and the finest quality garden accents to copper fire pits and much more. The nursery also prides itself on its longstanding landscape design and construction service featuring installation of ponds and water features as well as hardscapes, including walks, walls and patios. Grounds maintenance service is also available. The water gardening department carries numerous koi and fancy goldfish, aquatic plants and water lilies. Traditional water supplies and products such as pumps and filtration systems are also available. Rohsler’s full-service florist provides a large variety of fresh cut flowers, bouquets and arrangements for pick up or delivery. Wedding flowers, special event and party arrangements and funeral pieces are designed by Rohsler’s experienced, creative staff. Please stop by and experience for yourself why Rohsler’s Allendale Nursery & Florist was voted “Best of Bergen” for four consecutive years, and Come See How Affordable Quality Can Be. Rohsler’s Allendale Nursery & Florist is located at 100 Franklin Turnpike, Allendale, New Jersey.