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.

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.

New AVEDA Lip Liner - IT WORKS!!

Here at Zanya Spa Salon, we are big fans of things that work.  Things that say they are going to perform some sort of magic and then deliver.  Lots of times, this isn't the case, but the new AVEDA Nourish-mint (tm) Lip Definer actually does what it claims.  Magic or not, we like it!

Ever put on that hot red lipstick that you like to wear when you're feeling sassy, and discover in an hour that it is no longer actually only on your lips?!?  Not the look your were going for.  This pencil prevents your red from feathering outward toward your nose and chin.  It actually works. 

The pencil itself is colorless.  This allows you to have a very natural look, or if you like a more defined lip line, you can simply use a colored liner on top.   It smooths and defines your lips with plant waxes to help extend the wear of your lip color, and provide a more even color distribution.  Essentially, it keeps the color where you put it for a much longer time.

And, being in the Nourish-Mint (tm) family of AVEDA cosmetics, it has that subtle minty-ness that we love.

Also wonderful is that it is formulated without parabens, carmine, talc or mineral oil, and the wood used for the pencil has the FSC logo indicating that it came from a well-managed forest.  Love AVEDA!

The pencil is available at Zanya Spa Salon for $20.  Come in and try it our at our makeup counter.  You'll be as impressed as we are, and have a permanently perfect pucker!

Zanya Restaurant Partner - Tortuga's Cocina

If you haven't been to 11 1/2 Church Street in Lambertville, NJ to dine at Tortuga's Cocina, you need to get that on your calendar, STAT.  Owner Erin Keyes has established a delightful haven for authentic, gourmet Mexican cuisine using the freshest local ingredients in traditional ways.  There is also an extensive offering of vegetarian and vegan dishes, so there is something for every palate.

Tortuga's Cocina Mural

Situated symbiotically behind Mitchell's Cafe, you can enjoy a delicious margherita or wine, beer or a mixed drink with your meal.  And, you have the option to dine indoors or outside on their beautifully adorned patio, complete with a full scale, hand painted mural.

Some of our Zanya Spa Salon menu favorites are the beef tacos, vegetarian flautas, huevos rancheros, and the ginormous California burrito and....super yum!...the chiles rellenos pabalnos: 2 fresh pablano peppers roasted and stuffed.  One with sweet pork and the other with melted cheese.  Each is then dipped in egg batter and baked in a mild sauce and covered in cheese.  Served with rice and beans.

Check out some of the reviews:

“Tortuga's is excellent! It is definitely the best restaurant in Lambertville. The food is consistently fantastic and the service is superb. I have never had a bad meal there and recommend them to anyone looking for a good place to eat in Lambertville. Their lunch specials are a great deal and they have lots of vegetarian and vegan options. They are close to the center of town and in the summer they have a great patio. If you're looking for a great meal that's not going to break your budget, Tortuga's is it!”

“Tortugas is a quaint little restaurant tucked in Lambertville. They have the best Mexican food in the area. The guacamole is made from scratch and it's the best I've ever had. I have never had a bad meal here.”

As our restaurant partner for May and June 2011, every client making a retail purchase at Zanya Spa Salon will receive a coupon for "Buy One Entree, Get the Second One Half Off".  In turn, patrons of Tortuga's Cocina will receive a coupon for $20 off any service at Zanya Spa Salon.

Open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 5 to 9pm, Friday and Saturday 5 to 10pm, with a lunch service beginning at noon on Saturday.  Sunday hours are noon to 9pm.  Reservations are recommended, so call 609-397-7272.  Enjoy!

Meet Jena Zegarski, Medical Esthetician

Cheerleader, SkinCare Junkie, Medical Esthetician and Speed Waxer....we'll get to her basement later.

Growing up in Trenton and attending Notre Dame High, Jena was the cheerleading Captain. That skill set has served her well throughout her career in esthetics. With energy abundant, Jena made a change in her life direction in 2004 when, instead of attending FIT for Fashion Merchandising as originally planned, she enrolled at Rizzieri AVEDA School. She met the love of her life earlier that year and decided to build a life and a future with Mike decidedly NOT in the bustle of NYC.

Jena was drawn to skin care as a professional calling because she enjoys helping people to look their best, have healthy skin and through that, feel great about themselves. At Rizzieri, Jena sped to the top of her class driven by her passion for the industry.

She began her professional esthetics career at Amber Spa in Pennington. While there, she trained, and trained, and then, when that was done, she trained some more under a European esthetician with 30 years experience. Her intense interest led her to a hands-on knowledge of many skincare brands including Obaji, Decleor, Dr. Gross, Nuxe, SkinCeuticals, Dr. Hauschka, Peter Thomas Roth, Bare Escentuals...and more. Another invaluable skill she acquired was speed waxing. I'll explain...

Speed Waxing is a waxing philosophy, shall we say,

that since waxing is not really a relaxing or even enjoyable
service per se, it should be fast. Jena is highly skilled
at providing high quality waxing at a faster pace.
(Brazilian fans REJOICE!) To facilitate this,
Jena spreads the wax thinner, over a larger surface area,
and removes it quickly with thin strips.
The results are flawless, pretty painless and FAST.

Jena came to Zanya Spa Salon in March of 2010. With her amazing enthusiasm and passion for all things skincare, Jena has worked with and trained under Dr. Espinoza to become a medical esthetician, performing medical grade chemical peels from SkinCeuticals and SkinMedica, microdermabrasion and dermaplaning. Along the way, Jena has also become a certified Xtreme Lash Technician.

Jena is a true cheerleader for Zanya Spa Salon and La Chele, and is forever seeking to educate her clients as well as herself on how to care for skin and make it healthy, glowing and beautiful.

Her wedding is going to be beautiful too, set for February 4th on a private island off the coast of Jamaica. She is persuing her favorite pastime in preparation for her nuptials: shopping. Her favorite dessert is “a good creme brulee”.  And the thing that most frightens Jena in her basement – snakes. You'll have to get more info on that from Jena directly..."Snake Charmer" is NOT in her bag of tricks.