NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ--When Scott Klein and his family became obsessed with FRUTTA BOWLS many different offerings, he jokingly realized it may be cheaper for him to purchase a franchise rather than continue his many trips to his local FRUTTA BOWLS location, and that’s just what he did. Opening in April, FRUTTA BOWLS, located at the Shoppes in North Brunswick on Rt’s 1 and 130 has become a local favorite for everyone from students of North Brunswick High School to their parents and what appears to be folks from the local towns nearby.
Emerging from the mind of Howell resident Brooke Gagliano, CEO has brought her “industrial, nouveau chic” concept to life. After opening locations in Howell, Freehold and Marlboro, the North Brunswick franchise was opened by Klein and his partners, including Manager Mike Marceante. Marceante commented on the trends of the business day saying “We’ve become a “big hub” for people to meet, relax, to have fun and enjoy! We’re also getting a lot of people from New Brunswick because we have ample parking.”
So, what exactly is in a “FRUTTA BOWLS” you ask? According to Klein “… it’s a quality whole food, healthy, super fresh drink or bowl with no pre-made high sugar content fillers, everything is all natural.” Marceante added “The Acai we use is from a particular farm in South America,” Marceante continued, “…it’s 4 hours from farm to factory. No juice, no additives or sugar, just fruit and Acai. The Acai berry is a Brazilian berry akin to a blueberry, it comes to us flash frozen. It’s frozen because of its short life after being picked.”
When asked what type of clientele they are seeing Klein said, “We’re really getting a diverse mix of traffic, everything from local teachers to business owners. Our free WiFi is something that is definitely a benefit to our customers.” In addition the large 2000 square foot shop has tables and chairs, there is also an area with a couch equipped with board games like checkers and Jenga blocks for you to “hang out and chill”, do work or simply enjoy your bowls and drink your smoothies.
Klein was asked about the new tilt towards a healthier way of life and what he thinks lies ahead with businesses like his. He answered with a smile saying, “The future is very bright, with the importance of being active and staying healthy, this is something we really are happy and proud to be a part of.” Klein also mentioned that they do catering as well. “Whatever your event is, birthday parties, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Weddings and even Shivah Memorials, we will put something together for you.”
Give us a call 1-732-348-8882 for pick-up or catering
The Frutta Bowls shakes and bowls are Vegan friendly and can be served gluten free. They use no dairy products, they do however utilize the very healthy almond milk. I went to FRUTTA BOWLS on a very busy and sunny Monday afternoon. This www.NJnewjersey.com reporter had the VERY Pink, Pink Flamingo. A delicious concoction filled with Organic Pitaya, honey, banana, pineapple mango and sweetened almond milk. I may be addicted, my guess is you will to. FRUTTA BOWL is excited to announce a few menu additions incorporating artisan toasts and coffee as well…
By David Douglas Brown
News Reporter
Written By Butch Seltzer
Edited by NJ NEWS JERSEY