UNLEASH YOUR INNER ZEN
HOMEMADE COMFORTMEALSMEALS
SWEETAND SAVORY
Our Town | Pequannock
PEQUANNOCK TOWNSHIP PUBLIC
LIBRARY 477 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Pompton Plains,( 973) 835-7460 pequannocklibrary. org
COMPILED BY HEATHER ZWAIN
FRANCESCA’ S
BAKERY 166 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Pequannock Township,( 973) 706-7357 francescasbakery. com
UNLEASH YOUR INNER ZEN
At PEQUANNOCK TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY. Join in on the coloring craze on March 27 at 7p. m. All coloring supplies aresponsored by Michaels of Wayne. No registration is needed and the event is open to all. If youpreferexercisefor asense of release, takeadeep breath and learn howtounwind on March 31 at 1p. m. with the Yoga forStressRelief classwith Kathleen Shannon. Learn how to make the mind-body connection to melt away tension, work on breathing and stretching techniques, and awaken natural healing with relaxation methods. Make sure to bring a yoga mat or towel. Call( 973) 835-7460, ext. 4 to reserve your spot. Namaste!
HOMEMADE COMFORTMEALSMEALS
At THE LITTLE FOOD INN. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, and Sundays for private parties only, this warm, cozy restaurant caters to the masses. Located in an old Friendly’ s, The Little Food Inn is a stand-alone restaurant on Newark Pompton Turnpike in Pompton Plains. The menu is extensive and features everything from avocado toast and Huevos rancheros for breakfast, to sandwiches, wraps and soups for lunch, and meatloaf, pot pies, coconut curry salmon and fried chicken and waffles for dinner. For the health conscious, try the power quinoa bowl or one of their salads.“ I’ ve always had a passion for cooking,” saysowner Dana VanDecker, who runs the business with her husband Aaron.“ I travel to Vermont a lot, and love the feeling of cozy French country décor. I wanted to translate that in our restaurant.”
THE LITTLE
FOOD INN 575 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Pompton Plains,( 973) 616-8600 thelittlefoodinn. com
SWEETAND SAVORY
Treats at FRANCESCA’ S BAKERY Recently votedNo. 5 in New Jersey on bestbakeries. com, this shop is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Francesca’ s baked goods arehandmade from scratch, with no additives, chemicals or added preservatives. Among the best sellers are crumb buns, rugelach, doughnuts and butter cookies. For those who prefer something savory, feast on empanadas, chicken pot pies and quiches.“ I recommend a cup of coffee and a donut for the first time customer,” says owner Bob Curich.“ You will not be disappointed.” The family-owned and operated bakery also offers a wide array of breads, cakes, cupcakes, pastries and pies. In addition to their Pequannock location, they sell their products at 18 farmers’ markets throughout New York City at various times of the year.“ Besides our delicious baked goods, we are known forour friendly service,” saysCurich.“ We have excellent relationships with our customers.” Francesca’ s Bakery is open Tuesday-Friday from 6:30 a. m.-4:30 p. m., Saturday7a. m.-4p. m. and Sunday7a. m.-2p. m., closedMondays.
LIBRARY SIGN: COURTESY OFPEQUANNOCK TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY; HUEVOS RANCHEROS SKILLET & THE LITTLE FOOD INN: ANNE-MARIE CARUSO; DOUGHNUTS: COURTESY OFFRANCESCA ' S BAKERY
8 SPRING 2017 WAYNE MAGAZINE