County Lines Article

Reprinted
May 2014
What’s
New
Old world charm, new world class.
When it comes to Wayne,
what more could you look for?
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Carol Metzker
Paramour
Black Powder Tavern
Avero Bar Italiano
Lancaster Avenue
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Carmel Cafe & Wine Bar
County Lines | May 2014 | CountyLinesMagazine.com
Historic Downtown Wayne
Wayne Bed and Breakfast
Waynewood Hotel,
now the Wayne Hotel.
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Peppercorn
Louella House
nce farmland purchased by William Penn and settled by Quakers, the
town of Wayne today bursts with business, buildings and activities. If
Penn popped in at the corner of Lancaster and Wayne Avenues today,
what would he think?
No doubt, the entrepreneurial pioneer would find Wayne so irresistible he’d don his hat and head to the sidewalk. Never mind confusion
about automobiles that replaced horse-drawn carriages or electric lights that
replaced candles. He’d first be astounded by the pavement under his buckled
shoes—Lancaster Pike was the first paved turnpike in the world.
Penn might not be the only one curious about what’s new in Wayne. With
more building permits and licenses issued last year than ever before in Wayne’s
history, there’s a lot for local residents and visitors to be curious about, too.
According to Diane Jiorle, president of Wayne Business Association, “Wayne
is enjoying a renewed vitality with sophisticated businesses and innovative
buildings that honor its old world charm.”
To see for yourself, we suggest you take a tour of the town.
New Looks, New Season
Wayne Art Center
Lancaster Farmer’s Market
This spring, three new boutiques—Jade’s Closet, Louella and Element
6—are offering clothing and accessories that are turning heads. Jade
Okare, proprietor of the shop that bears her name, opened the doors of
Jade’s Closet on West Lancaster Avenue last fall. It features chic, upscale,
eye-catching apparel.
Owner Maria Delaney and Oliver the dog greet customers at Louella on
East Lancaster Avenue. The boutique showcases clothing that’s classic with
a twist. Delaney points out what’s “in” this spring—brightly-colored classic
dresses with a modern flair and the latest styles in navy.
At Eagle Village Shops, six-month-young Element 6 carries fabulous
designer clothing and accessories that are environmentally sound and fairtrade. Linen/cotton jackets by Feral Childe—a New York designer with
ethical and sustainable practices—and organic cotton tees by Australian
designer Betty Browne make social as well as fashion statements.
Women aren’t the only ones enjoying top-of-the-line apparel. Inside The
Tiger Shop on North Wayne Avenue, Robert Hutchinson’s Custom Clothing
offers men’s custom suits, sport coats, trousers, shirts and casual clothing.
Staff members provide personal attention and hints on dressing; or consult
Hutchinson’s Ultimate Guide on How to Wear a Suit on the company’s website
for tips on the proper length of sleeves and pants or trends in jackets.
For a new appearance and a new outlook, a visit to Currie Hair Skin &
Nails is in order. Get a sensational hairstyle to greet warm temperatures
and eliminate your winter stress with some spring pampering. The spa and
salon, which celebrated its first birthday this past November, offers services
for men and women. In addition to luxurious hair and nail designs, it also
features skin and body treatments, massages and facials.
Valley Forge Flowers
A Taste of Britain
Black Powder Tavern
Lucky Duck Toys
The Little House Shop
Budding Business
Boutiques aren’t the only new kids on the
block. Stroll into the Bella Oliva Taproom
to shop for international gourmet olive
oils, vinegars, foods and spices without
pulling out your passport.
Then head past the landmark Anthony
Wayne Cinema, where there’s always a
new movie showing, and up to The
Antique Store in Wayne to see what the
new owner has put in the 50 display cases
to entice shoppers.
If you’re looking for something for
the little ones in your life, you’re in luck.
Lucky Duck Toys has over 10,000 items—
enough to keep everyone in the family
busy for hours. Nothing like a new toy to
entertain the kids.
After a long winter and April showers,
the May flowers around town are a welcome sight to residents and visitors alike.
The Community Garden Club at Wayne
has been sowing seeds and arranging beautiful blossoms since 1947.
Fabulous Fare
One of the best reasons for coming to
Wayne is to explore its great eateries. With
so many choices, you could spend a month
sampling fabulous fare. You’ll be happy to
hear new regulations allow more dining
under the stars or brunching among the
flowers at any restaurant with outdoor and
sidewalk space.
Follow the bright orange awnings displaying words that describe the restaurant’s philosophy—“Eat, Drink, Laugh,
Love”—and step into Avero Bar Italiano
where Chris DeFeo is the new chef.
Enjoy his fabulous risotto of the day
or fried calamari; consider staying for
happy hour.
At the new Carmel Café and Wine Bar,
get a taste of the way the Internet can transform a restaurant experience. In addition
to serving delicious Mediterranean cuisine,
staff members serve up an iPad for customers to view menu choices, place orders,
pay for a scrumptious meal or simply surf
for fun. This first Pennsylvania location
of the chain opened on West Lancaster
Avenue last September.
At Eagle Village Shops, dine at upscale
Peppercorn, at the former site of Georges,
or lunch at the new Café Fleur inside Valley
Forge Flowers. Café choices include coffee
drinks, “Good Spoon” soups made with
fresh local ingredients, salads and indulgences near a sunny window and among
blooms. If you’re in the mood for a scone,
head for A Taste of Britain where there’s a
new scone every month. Be sure to stop
in during May.
Closer to Valley Forge National Park yet still in Wayne,
Black Powder Tavern—an update of the former Winberie’s—
is a place to raise a pint. The tavern once hosted stagecoach travelers and leaders of the American Revolution and,
according to legend, secretly stored ammunition for the Continental Army. Enjoy American fare including dishes called
Cannonball Casserole and Cheesy Devils on Horseback.
Element Six
Buzz, Jazz and Dazzle
Wayne hosts a variety of events that enhance the quality
of life in the community. This season, the Wayne Art Center
holds its plein air outdoor art festival in May. See “Gallery
Round Up” in this issue for details.
And although the Main Line Jazz and Food Festival is taking
a hiatus after celebrating its 10th anniversary last June, you’ll
want to be there when it returns—a day packed with signature
dishes from local restaurants, a vast array of vendors, fun for
kids and spectacular music.
September’s Radnor Fall Festival and Old Fashioned
Christmas during the holidays are other family-friendly events
that bring visitors to Wayne to enjoy the community and find
out what’s old and what’s new.
If Penn came back to Wayne for a day, he’d have great things
to say. After a tour of the town, you will, too. ♦
Special thanks to the Radnor Historical Society for use of their photos
of historical Wayne.
Louella
Jade’s Closet