If you haven't been downtown in a while, you may not realize all the improvements going on. 

Qdoba was closed for two weeks to remodel their interior. The space was gutted to make room for extensive renovations and has now re-opened. 70 Elm St., 908.301.0050. www.Qdoba.com

Theresa's Italian Restaurant was closed for 3 weeks for their remodel, complete with new decor and new menu. 47 Elm St., 908.233.9133. Read more about Theresa's renovation here. 

CVS Shopping Center located at 210 South Ave. W. home to CVS/Pharmacy, Manhattan Bagel, VP Salon, and Priceless Cleaners is getting a facelift with facade improvements.

Hooray! Lots of changes taking place in Downtown Westfield.

Boxwood Coffee Roastery is now open at 143 E. Broad St. (in the location formerly Panera). Boxwood Coffee is a family run coffee shop and roaster from Summit, NJ established in 2014 by husband and wife team Stephen and Erin Bellamy. They are thrilled to welcome you to their newest location. Stop in to try their delicious coffees and teas and also to see their beautifully designed space. There are tables and couches and lots of cool places to sit. You won't want to leave! www.boxwoodcoffee.com

Farinolio, a Tuscan Bakery-Cafe, has opened at 121 E. Broad St. Owners Annette and Francesco offer Farinolio's guests simple Northern Italian fare with authentic ingredients. Flour, extra virgin olive oil, cheeses and meats come directly from carefully selected partners in Tuscany as well as from local farms and businesses in New Jersey. Join us in welcoming them and their Italian bakers to Westfield and stop in to taste their delicious artisanal food in their beautiful and sophisticated space! 908.325.2486. www.farinolio.com

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Excel Orthopedic Physical Therapy is set to open its newest office in Westfield, NJ this fall. With over 28 years of specialized experience in surgical and non-surgical orthopedic injuries, Excel has established itself as a premier physical therapy provider for Northern New Jersey. The Westfield location marks Excel’s thirteenth facility and second in Union County.

The Westfield office will be led by Clinic Director, Sara Elizondo. “I am so thrilled to become part of this invigorating community. The pulse of Westfield matches that of our company with its positive energy, genuine caring and a warm sense of community. I’m so happy that I get to contribute to the health and wellness of our wonderful Westfield!” said Elizondo.

Located at 1 Elm Street, Excel Westfield is conveniently located within walking distance of the Westfield train station. To schedule an appointment in the Westfield office or to get more information, visit www.exceltherapy.com or call 908-543-4005.

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Theresa’s Italian Restaurant, known for its creative Italian cooking at 47 Elm Street in Downtown Westfield, has been closed over two weeks for some fresh renovations underway. The newly renovated interior features updates in décor with soothing gray and yellow tones and new lighting along with a redesigned space. The prior ceiling has been removed and updated technological acoustical tiles have been installed as well as new heating and air conditioning units. These changes will allow for an enhanced dining experience with a more casual energetic vibe. The restaurant also has added a flexible private dining area that can accommodate groups of 10 to 70 people.

Owner and Executive Chef Robert Scalera is particularly excited about the new custom-built bar and server station. The restaurant’s dining room was designed to honor the beloved Theresa’s traditional cuisine and more refinements to the design will take place in the coming months. "Our loyal customers are very important to us”, says Robert Scalera. "All of the changes focus on continuing to give those customers a quality experience, while introducing ourselves to a new generation of customers. It's an evolution for the future of our business. The Westfield community has been very good to Theresa’s, and we know it will embrace our changes."

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The Grand Re-Opening of Kika Stretch Studios took place recently to celebrate the new ownership of the Westfield studio. Kika Stretch Studios, originally owned by Hakika DuBose-Wise, a professional dancer, provides a uniquely assisted stretching method (called the “KIKA method”) to increase flexibility, unlock tension and help clients reach their personal health and flexibility goals. Hakika started the company seven years ago with her last five hundred dollars and a dream.  The KIKA Method®, which is revolutionizing the world of stretching, is built upon Ms. DuBose's training in dance, personal training, the Alexander technique, Laban movement analysis and advanced anatomy. Her stretch coaches are thoroughly trained in her techniques of unlocking flexibility. Kika is also the developer of Kika Stretch Years® a systematic method of measuring your age in flexibility years. Clients are able to track their progress and become younger than before, in Kika Stretch Years®.

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