BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Meals, desserts and deals for Valentine’s Day

By Bradley Koltz
   If you’ve been more focused on where to score some good nachos for Super Bowl Sunday instead of searching for where to take your special someone for Valentine’s Day, you might want to consider The Cranbury Inn. It’s warm and cozy, the food is great and the service is terrific. Throughout the weekend before and on Feb. 14, the inn will offer a special menu with along with live music, putting a beautiful touch on any romantic celebration. The historic venue is located at 21 South Main Street in Cranbury. For details regarding the dates and times of live music and reservations, call them at 609-655-5595.
   Karla’s Restaurant will be serving dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. on Valentine’s Day. Selections from their traditional fare along with special additions will be available that evening. Karla’s is located at 5 West Mechanic Street in New Hope, Pa. For more information, call 215-862-2612. Reservations are suggested.
   A new Mexican restaurant has joined the list of Hamilton eateries. Panchero’s Mexican Grill opened Tuesday in the Deer Path Pavilion on Route 130. Call 609-981-7200 for more information.
   Check out The Great American Cheesecake, www.thegreatamericancheesecake.net and find out about their red velvet cheesecake for your Valentine. Call 609-577-9111 for more information.
   Okay, we’ve got dinner and dessert covered, but what about the gift? For Valentine’s Day, visit Princeton North Diamond and receive 50 percent off any jewelry! They’re located at 1225 State Road in Princeton, or call them at 609-924-9400.
   If you’re still looking for that special Valentine’s Day gift, check out David Bradley Chocolatier in Windsor. They have a wide selection of chocolates and assortments for that special person in your life. They are located at 92 North Main Street, Building 19 in Windsor. You can also shop online at www.dbchocolate.com. Call them at 609-443-4747.
   Powerhouse Gym in Hillsborough is offering a February special. Only $4 for the month of February with any membership. Visit the gym today or call 908-904-1112 for more details.
   Princeton Presbyterian Church will host Life Line Screening to reduce the risk of having a stroke or bone fracture on Feb. 28. Pre-registration is required. To schedule an appointment, call 1-877-237-1287 or visit their website at www.lifelinescreening.com.
   Congratulations! RE/MAX Tri County in Hamilton celebrated their 20th anniversary in January. “Time has flown by,” says Broker/Owner Rosalie Daniels. Since they first opened in 1991, RE/MAX Tri County has grown from a mere five agents to the 56 it has today. Call them at 609-587-9300 or stop in at their office on Route 33 to find out how they can put their local experience to work for you.
   Jim Weichert, founder and president of Weichert, Realtors, has been selected for the Inman News list of the ‘100 Most Influential Real Estate Leaders’ for 2011. This is the fifth consecutive year that Weichert has been honored with this celebrated distinction. For more information about Weichert, Realtors or to find your local office, visit www.weichert.com.
Doing good
   This Feb. 7th, at 10:30 a.m., Lambertville Public School 4th, 5th and 6th graders are visiting Stoneking Physical Therapy and Wellness Center for an interactive seminar on “Exercise — What’s the Point?” Call 609-397-9390 to find out more about this program and their services.
   Savings and service
   Dyer’s Cabinets in New Egypt is offering a huge discount on Medallion Brookhill cabinetry until Feb. 29. Family owned and operated for more than 35 years. Located 415 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ. www.dyerscabinetshop.com 609-758-7574.
   Call Essentials Salon at 609-689-0808 to find out more about their Pravana ChromaSilk Vivids Semi Permanent Hair Color that they describe as being “designed to give vivid, intense color.”
   If you have any sort of computer problems do not hesitate to call Technician X at 609-681-8324. They come to your home, office or you can bring it in to their location in the village shopper at 1340 Route 206 in Skillman. On top of their great service and expert technicians they offer very competitive labor rates.
   Perennial Home in Hightstown is having a sale featuring 75 percent off seasonal and discontinued items. They are located at 119 West Ward Street in Hightstown. Visit them at www.perennialhome.com or give them a call at 609-448-8830.
   New Jersey United Christian Academy in Cream Ridge is now enrolling for the 2012-2013 school year! Grades 6-12. Visit them online at www.njuca.org or call 609-738-2121 for more information.
   Tax season is here. To make sure they’re ready, Huphrey’s and Kosek, a local firm offering accounting and tax services, has recently added a business partner, Gurpreet S. Mundi. They offer services ranging from tax returns to small business counseling, and can be reached by phone at 609-448-8220.
   If you’re a local business doing something new, interesting, good for the community, or just want to let our readers know about a new product or service, please contact General Manager Brad Koltz at [email protected].