Johnny Napkins Brings Pizza, Pasta, and So Much More to Downtown Cranford!
Earlier today the Downtown Cranford office, Mayor Kathleen Prunty, Deputy Mayor Paul Gallo, and DMC Board members joined the owners of Johnny Napkins, John Garofalo and Anthony Romano, for their official ribbon cutting! Johnny Napkins originally opened in Union about ten years ago and quickly grew a following due to its creative and delicious pizzas, […]
Aura Coffee Roasters Expands Into Downtown Cranford!
Cranford residents love their coffee, and now there’s even more to love with the opening of Aura Coffee Roasters at 109 Walnut Avenue! The Downtown Cranford office was thrilled to welcome owner Argjend Berisha and his wife Fjolla at a ribbon cutting attended by Mayor Kathleen Prunty, Deputy Mayor Paul Gallo, and DMC Board members. […]
Boutique Shop Look Twice Returns to the Cranford Community!
Yesterday, Downtown Cranford welcomed Look Twice Consignment Store back to the community! Owner Elena Schatz has been in business for 30 years, with her boutique located in both Cranford and Scotch Plains during that time. Downtown Cranford Director Caren Demyen, Township Committee member Dr. Terrence Curran, and DMC Board members were on hand to celebrate […]
Cozy Café and Grill Joins the Restaurant Scene in Downtown Cranford!
Last week the Downtown Cranford kicked off the weekend in the best possible way – welcoming a new business to our community! Cozy Café and Grill, owned by Victor Garcia and Sandra Paola, is open for business at 117 North Union Avenue. The ribbon cutting was attended by Victor and Sandra’s friends and family, the […]
A New Spot for Bagel Lovers: Belle’s Bagels Opens in Cranford
If there is one thing New Jersey residents can’t get enough of, it’s bagels. That’s just one reason why we’re so excited to announce the opening of Belle’s Bagels at 11 North Avenue East! Once owners and Cranford residents Cayla and Dave Ricca perfected their bagel recipe, the next step was finding the ideal location […]
A Sweet New Spot Opens in Downtown Cranford!
Downtown Cranford just got a little sweeter with the official opening of Carmela’s Sweet Shoppe! The Downtown Cranford office joined owner Rosie Caramella-Smith, her husband Aaron, friends and family, Cranford Township commissioners, and DMC Board members to cut the ribbon at Rosie’s new storefront at 11 Walnut Avenue. Rosie has been a frequent fixture at […]
KG Music Studio Hits All the Right Notes at Its New Downtown Cranford Location!
Please join us in welcoming KG Music Studio to the Downtown Cranford community! Last week Downtown Cranford held a ribbon cutting that was attended by KG Music Studio owner Antonia Kitsopoulos-Graziano, her family, Cranford Township Commissioners, and DMC Board members. Antonia originally started KG Music Studio with her husband Dan in 2016, teaching voice and […]
Find Your Next Favorite Read at Downtown Cranford’s Newest Retailer, The Cranford Bookstore!
Last week was the long-awaited opening of The Cranford Bookstore, a place where readers of all ages can browse the shelves, searching for their next favorite read! Located at 1 South Avenue East, The Cranford Bookstore is owned by Lauren King and Kate Lydon. The Cranford Bookstore was officially welcomed to the community at a […]
Palmas Cafe Brings Its Salvadorian Heritage to Downtown Cranford
Earlier today, Downtown Cranford welcomed Palmas Café with an official ribbon cutting ceremony! Located at 32 North Avenue West (formerly Breadsmith), Palmas Café is owned by Taufik Palacios, an experienced restauranteur who has worked in the food business for decades. Taufik’s daughter Sabrina worked closely with him on the look and feel of the café, […]
Fluffy Fluffy is Coming Soon to Downtown Cranford!
Get ready Cranford – Fluffy Fluffy is coming soon to 100 N Union Ave! As part of Fuwa Fuwa, North America’s largest soufflé pancake and dessert cafe brand, Fluffy Fluffy brings its signature Japanese-style soufflé pancakes to New Jersey. These ultra-soft, airy, and delightfully bouncy pancakes are a cross between a traditional pancake and a […]