Westfield's Maize Rolls Out Student Discount, Teacher Appreciation Campaign

WESTFIELD, NJ — Maize Cocina & Cocktails in downtown Westfield is marking the start of the school year with a two-month back-to-school campaign aimed at students, teachers and families.

The restaurant said its "Back-to-School at Maize" promotion will run throughout August and September.

The campaign includes a student dining discount, a Teacher Appreciation Week celebration planned for September and what the restaurant described as opportunities for the community to gather over food and hospitality.

Throughout August and September, students who present a valid student ID can receive 10 percent off their table’s food purchase.

The offer is available Tuesday through Sunday and includes weekend brunch. The promotion requires one valid student ID per table and is limited to a maximum of four guests per table.

The restaurant said alcohol is excluded from the promotion.

It is also not valid with Happy Hour or other offers, and it excludes Friday evenings and Saturdays. Maize is closed Mondays.

Later in September, the restaurant plans to launch its own Teacher Appreciation Week.

Maize said the event will recognize local educators with a special offer, though details of that promotion will be announced separately.

"Hospitality is about creating a place where people feel welcomed and connected," said Chef and Co-Owner Jesa Henneberry. "Back-to-school is an exciting time for students, families and teachers, and we’re proud to celebrate the season by giving our community another reason to gather around the table.”

Maize Cocina & Cocktails is located in downtown Westfield inside a restored historic train station.

The restaurant serves modern Mexican cuisine and handcrafted cocktails and describes its dining experience as elevated and welcoming.

The business is led by Henneberry, who was a winner of Food Network’s "Chopped."

For more information, visit maizewestfield.com or instagram.com/maize_westfield or facebook.com/p/Maize-Westfield.

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