Johnson worked at Peasant Village for 12 years, then ran the Blue Ridge Bakery and Cafe in California, Pa., for 10 years. He and Coleman, now the general manager, bought the Peasant Village from Fannie Russitti, the original owner. Banquets and big family dinners are an important part of the business. The little theater, operated in conjunction with Jonaleka Productions, has brought in new customers, Johnson says. The food at the Peasant Village is definitely the '50s, and I prefer the '90s.
Many people disagree, judging from the numbers of people who appeared to be enjoying their dinners.
Maybe I'll stop in again and try to get a piece of that red velvet cake.