Most comedy clubs are still shuttered, with restaurants reopening as more than just eateries. For Greenpoint resident Rachel Williams, both types of gathering places have long nourished her, so it’s no surprise that her worlds have finally collided.
Rachel is a comedian who’s also in the food industry; she works at Five Leaves, one of Greenpoint’s buzziest and busiest brunch spots. Understanding bars and restaurants’ unique ability to bring people together — and…
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