Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Two of our Favorite Non Profit Organizations

Zanya Spa Salon as a business supports many non profit organizations.  We receive literally hundreds of requests each year for donations.  We would love to participate in every opportunity, but we simply can not afford to.  So that leads us to a selection process that is both complicated and easy at once.  We usually end up just going with our hearts.

Two notable organizations that always hold sway with our cardiac muscles, and help keep us heart-healthy through their farm stands this summer, are The Hunterdon Land Trust Alliance and Fisherman's Mark.



Fisherman's Mark was founded in 1980 with the mission of helping those of low and moderate income and remains such today,  yet any individual who comes to The Mark is served.

The services offered to our community include food and nutritional services with The Food Pantry, clothing and household services, vocational services, counseling and crisis intervention, and child care at The Lambertville Academy.


This year is the second year for Farmers, Families and Fisherman's Mark, a farm stand at The Mark on North Main Street in Lambertville on Tuesdays this summer where the community can come to purchase farm fresh produce donated by Gravity Hill organic farm and others.  Local chefs and foodies are also showcased each week cooking, demonstrating and sharing their knowledge and love of good, fresh, local foods.

Zanya Spa Salon is running our third annual Backpack Drive in support of Fisherman's Mark beginning August 1st.  And, this year we are also collecting non perishable foods for the food pantry, because needs are very high right now.  Donators can drop off backpacks, school supplies and canned goods at Zanya and receive a 20% retail discount on the day of their donation.  Also, donators will get a VIP pass for 20% off all salon and spa services Monday through Thursday in September.

This organization is run mostly through the volunteer efforts of many generous and talented people.  Rewarding and interesting volunteer opportunities exist for you too.



The other group we'd like you to know about is The Hunterdon Land Trust Alliance.  The HLTA was established in 1996 originally as an all-volunteer organization with these goals: 

  1. To preserve, protect, and enhance the county's scenic beauty, and its environmental and historic resources.
  2. To provide for the permanent preservation of farmland and to support and foster agricultural viability.
  3. To promote the conservation and appropriate management of woodlands and open space.
Hunterdon County is unique in its rich agricultural history, and even today still contains the largest number of farms in the state.  Most of its residents rely on ground water wells as their water source, so that too is an area in need of protection.

Now owners of the historic Dvoor Farm, the HLTA started a Farmers’ Market at the Farm in 2007 to help support local farmers by giving them a place to sell their food directly to the public. Because the market is dedicated to supporting local farmers the Market policy allows the sale of only locally grown and produced products. 

Through their land preservation program and farmers’ market, the HLTA are working to make sure local farmers can afford to buy - and farm - land in Hunterdon County.

Zanya Spa Salon has donated to the HLTA.  Here's how you can help.

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

The fireworks continue through July and August with Hamilton's Grill Room!

We are privileged to announce our next Zanya Spa Salon Restaurant Partner: Hamilton’s Grill Room.


Nestled in a cool and lush courtyard on the D& R Canal, at 8 Coryell Street in Lambertville, Hamilton’s Grill Room has become a destination for savvy travelers and locals alike. Broadway set designer and restaurateur Jim Hamilton has created a one-of-a-kind experience that is engaging, ethereal and elegant.

This summer’s dinner menu features incredible offerings such as:
  • seared butterfish with shitake mushrooms and red onions
  • braised short ribs with horseradish and grilled rack of lamb seasoned with rosemary and garlic
Enjoy side dishes including:
  • grilled asparagus with peppers and parmesan
  • broiled onions with bacon
  • pommes frites
  • white beans with prosciutto

Tempting appetizers include:
  • crisp pork belly with rhubarb and honey
  • Zanya Spa Salon favorite: grilled shrimp with anchovy butter. Sublime!

All these delights can be accompanied by your own selection of wine, as Hamilton’s Grill Room is a BYOB establishment.



Patrons of Hamilton’s Grill Room will receive a special offer for $20 off any service Monday through Thursday.



At Zanya Spa Salon, anyone spending $275 or more in one day will receive an amazing offer from Hamilton’s: A Gift Certificate for a complimentary dinner! Hamilton’s does not usually have special offers, but they have made an exception for our guests. These Gift Certificates are in limited supply, and are available to you on a first come, first served basis, beginning July 11th.


Open 7 days a week, Hamilton’s hours are:

Sunday: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Monday through Thursday: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Friday & Saturday: 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm



Call 609.397.4343 for reservations.