By Susan Miele, Staff Reporter

Feb. 28, 2018:  A slew of new businesses have been opening up in Bronxville, and the latest is already giving Cedar Street a boost. Introducing: Root & Vine Juice Bar.

Having opened on Valentine’s Day, Root & Vine has transformed the space once occupied by Stipo Opticians into a lively spot to grab a takeout or linger over cold-pressed juice. The shop also offers juice shots, custom smoothies, bowls, baked goods, parfaits, and bars. Smoothie names are as inventive as the combination of their ingredients. “You Had Me at Aloe” combines kale, spinach, dates, beets, ginger, aloe vera, and apple juice, while “Açai What You Did There” mashes up berries with açai and apple juice.

Family-owned and operated, the shop is a labor of love, conceived by two generations from Tuckahoe whose passion for health and fitness led them to venture into the juice-bar arena. “We feel that health is a lifestyle and are striving to provide the community with great-tasting organic juices, smoothies, and snacks,” said co-owner Cristina.

While some of the non-liquid offerings are more straightforward, such as lemon muffins and hot oatmeal with dried cranberries, seeds, and honey, some of the more provocative selections include “Avocado Goji Key Lime Pie” parfait and “Coffee Protein Overnight Oats.” Equally intriguing are sweet-potato brownies, chocolate-avocado cookies, and bacon granola. Kombucha and cold brew are offered with exotic add-ins ranging from maca root to bee pollen.

The shop accommodates assorted dietary lifestyles, including gluten-free, paleo, dairy-free, and vegan. Ingredients are all-natural and organic.

“Just in a little over a week, we have seen how supportive all the locals are and knew that we made the right decision to call Bronxville our home.” Located on the same block as Pure Barre and around the corner from SoulCycle, those taking fitness classes might be especially pleased that Root & Vine chose Bronxville, too.

Smoothies range from $7 to $8.50; bowls are $10; cold-pressed juice, $9; fresh juices are $7; and juice shots are $3.50.

Root & Vine Juice Bar is open Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm and Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Root & Vine Juice Bar
4 Cedar Street
Bronxville, NY 10708
914-779-2905
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Photos by N. Bower

By Susan Miele

Feb. 14, 2018: Adrian East, the Kraft Avenue boutique well known for children’s clothing and accessories, is now offering women’s clothing and accessories for a limited time. Upscale spring fashions are available for purchase by appointment with a stylist through February 23. This seasonal service is now being offered quarterly.

The expansion of the shop’s services began last fall in response to customer demand. A previous collaboration between owner Adrian East and designer Daniel Sanchez planted the seed for this new concept. Sanchez recently assumed the role of creative director for Doncaster, a company with a long history of designing and outfitting women via one-on-one stylist consultations.

Beyond retail, the seasonal offerings for women involve stylists working one-on-one with clients to select items, recommend complementary pairings (including the incorporation of items already owned), and advising on alterations. Casual and workplace clothing is available, as well as jewelry, scarves, and outerwear. Different in-house designers are featured, but all are under the direction of Sanchez.

“The styles are considered classic but with a slightly trendy touch,” said East. “Many of the fabrics come from the same mill as Chanel, Armani, and other high-end designers. Daniel has included many details in the construction that are usually employed only by couture houses.”

Appointments can be scheduled for February 14 through the following week. The summer offerings will follow in the spring. To schedule an appointment, call 914-337-0475.

Pictured here:  The storefront of Adrian East at 122 Kraft Avenue in Bronxville.

Photo by A. Warner