A lot of  local places describe themselves as ‘neighborhood restaurants’. But, aside from location, what does this actually mean?  That a place is affordable? Has good food? Friendly service? Lots of […]
Tag: Franklin Street
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Q & A with Greenpointer Eric Weiner of the Wild Honey Pie + Win Tickets to On The Mountain Season 2 Interactive Music Video Ski Trip
If you love music, videos, community, innovation, and fun, I hope you follow The Wild Honey Pie. It is a Greenpoint-based “online publication, music media, and events promotion collective.” I […]
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Half-Price Haircuts for Gingers at Greenpoint’s Kennaland…and Special Discounts for Locals too!!
Having ginger hair, I’ve always felt a connection to other redheads. It’s like the bond you feel when you discover someone else shares the same slightly obscure hobby to you, […]
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Littleneck Lobster Rolls Coming to Greenpoint Soon!
The duo behind the much loved Gowanus seafood restaurant Littleneck are all set to unveil their newest venture in Greenpoint in April. The new cafe, aptly named Littleneck Outpost, will […]
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Brooklyn Safehouse: Yet MORE New Eats on Franklin Street
On a gorgeous springlike evening last week, Jen G and I popped into the newly opened Brooklyn Safehouse for an early dinner. This is the place at 120 Franklin Street, […]
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Pavlova + Rooftop at Greenpoint’s New Bar Northern Territory
It may be hard to remember those sweet hot nights of summer but, when they finally roll round, al fresco drinking spots will be high in demand. The small rooftop […]
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The Moonlight Mile: Greenpoint Whiskey Bar Brings Rock’n’Roll to Franklin St
Beer, Bourbon and Rock’n’Roll! This unholy trinity forms the solid foundations of The Moonlight Mile, a spanking-new Greenpoint watering hole co-run by Garry Embry who, by no coincidence, lists them […]
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Top Brunching with Brooklyn Label’s New Chef José Luis Diaz
Whenever we have friends in town, the weekend usually starts with a hearty Greenpoint brunch to show off the neighborhood. And although there’s been endless new places opening up recently, […]
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Sweet Soubrette & Blue and Gold // Music Shows Tonight (2/14)
Still need Valentine’s Day plans? There are two shows tonight that should be excellent and help you feel the love – with or without a date. Sweet Soubrette plays Pete’s […]
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Ramona: A New Drinking Spot Brought To You By City of Daughters
I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but baby, it’s cold outside. Now that the holidays have passed us by and the rest of January looms lengthily in the distance—like a […]