Styche: Affordable Luxury

Located at 57 W Lancaster Avenue, Styche boutique opens its doors for people seeking the experience of a big-city boutique in a small town. Such a location makes Styche exactly what it strives - "I love the diversity of Ardmore", says owner Nikki. "A lot of towns, you could pass straight through them and never notice, but Ardmore has a real sense of identity, or character" she explains.

Despite the quaint location of Styche, Nikki has a clear sense of aesthetic in mind for her store. "We're an upscale womens boutique, featuring small, mostly European brands", says Nikki. Such unique brands include Petit Bateau, a French line that originally started as a children's brand before expanding into women's clothes. "We want to introduce affordable luxury in women's clothing", says Nikki with a smile. In terms of being affordable, Styche is currently having a blow-out sale. Stop by!

By: Eric McGarity

30 Years In Business at Trilium Flower Shop

After years in Gladwyne, Trilium flower shop opened its doors at 41 Rittenhouse Place here in Ardmore. "The customers here are so friendly...every day people walk through our doors and thank us for moving to Ardmore", says co-owner Booker. Booker and her husband, Wally, attribute the success of their business to the friendly community atmosphere of Ardmore. "It's the real sense of business community that we love, along with the walkability, the warm attitudes of locals, and of course, the variety of places to eat!", chuckles Booker.

 

When walking into the shop, the first thing one may notice is the various types of greenery splayed all over the store. From wild orchids, tropical houseplants, samples of flowers. and homemade and glass-blown vases for arrangements. "I want to give the same amount of quality to each customer that I would expect myself", said Booker, explaining that each flower arrangement is made on the spot, and that arrangements are never pre-made and left to wilt. "If I had one business motto", says Booker", "it would be top notch customer service, always".

By: Eric McGarity

"Tasting is believing" at The Tasting Room

The bright, sun-filled interior of The Tasting Room sits on a quaint, tree lined block of Lancaster Avenue here in Ardmore. "It's the tight knit business community here - even moreso than other Main Line towns - that drew us here" says manager Joe Petrucci. First located in Manayunk, the presence of family, friends, a diverse community, as well as the plethora of community events drew him to Ardmore.

Originally started as a catering business, Joe & his wife started The Tasting Room as a way to tide over his loyal catering customers as well as cross-promote his catering to people coming in & out. "We really try to bring the opposite of your typical big, flavorless restaurant dish", says Joe. All dishes here come in three sizes: a taste-sized, entree-sized, as well as family-sized portions. The Tasting Room uses all seasonal ingredients, and focuses on the unique flavors that come with each.

As I walked in and looked at the variety of entrees and sides, the decadent three cheese macaroni caught my eye. Combining a creamy St. Andre cheese, a salty parmesan, a sharp local cheddar, and topped with crispy breadcrumbs, one bite was enough to turn me into a fan. Can you say "amazing"? The combination of flavors swirling together was simply unparalleled. Tasting really is believing!

By: Eric McGarity