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Bilqis Coffee brings Yemen’s rich coffee legacy to Bay Ridge

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Jan. 15, 2025 By Lauren Rapp Bilqis Coffee, a new specialty coffee shop in Bay Ridge, is all about giving Yemeni coffee the credit it deserves. Nestled among other locally-owned businesses, Bilqis offers coffee with rich, smooth flavors — and an even richer history — paired with freshly baked pastries and served in a…

Park Slope Starbucks location to close at end of January, months after unionizing

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Jan. 13, 2025 By Gabriele Holtermann After more than two decades in Park Slope, the Starbucks cafe at 166 7th Ave. will brew its last Venti Cappuccino on Jan. 31.  A spokesperson for the Seattle-based coffee giant cited lease expiration for its decision to close the long-standing location in the heart of Park Slope.…

Sober socials: Here are 10 ways to enjoy Dry January in Brooklyn

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Jan. 8, 2025 By Lauren Rapp The first month of the year brings a renewed sense of hope and commitment to New Year’s goals. For many, it also marks the start of “Dry January,” a month free from alcohol aimed at shaking off holiday indulgences, experiencing mental and physical benefits, and starting the year…

Poetica Coffee rolls into Prospect Park with new mobile coffee cart

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Dec. 19, 2024 By Lauren Rapp There’s a new barista at Prospect Park. Poetica Coffee can now be found slinging coffees from their new mobile food and coffee cart located near the Willink Plaza Entrance.  The cart is officially open to the public, offering a full menu of coffee, snacks, and pastries. The menu…

Bakery and cafe with basement cocktail bar to open in Bed-Stuy

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Apr. 16, 2024 By Anna Bradley-Smith

A bakery and cafe that will blend Middle Eastern and South American flavors for its signature recipes plans to open its doors on Hancock Street in Bed-Stuy soon and, if all goes to plan, in the weeks following a cocktail bar will open in the basement downstairs.