On ordinary days, the AJWA Grocery at the intersection of Coney Island and Foster Avenues in Midwood, does a lively...
For Women, from Women: Jazeeba Beauty Salon
MIDWOOD—The mixed-use architecture which defines the stretch of Foster Avenue from MacDonald to Ocean Avenues, pairs storefronts below, with apartments...
The Art Studio Under The El Where Everyone Shines
KENSINGTON – When a mom from Moscow suggested our sons try an art class together, I thought: Why not? Maybe...
Marine Florists – Carrying on a 120 year long legacy
Marine Florists at 1995 Flatbush Avenue, where Flatlands meets Marine Park at its northern tip, has been delivering flowers for...
Neighbor Spotlight: Double High Five, Keep it Alive!
Thank you to our reader Lori Goldkind for suggesting this interview. Know a neighbor you’d like to see recognized in...
CrossFit: A Path to True Fitness For Rebels At Heart
Maria has been doing epic profiles for us of places like George’s Diner, JoMart Chocolates, Leo Lee, and The Moshmans. This...
Always Smiling – Three Generations of Dentists, Stories and Holiday Cards
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS – I wanted to make life easier and find a new dentist, but mom balked: “You can’t give...
Confectionately Yours – Conversation With The Son-Of-A-Son-Of-A-Candymaker
MARINE PARK – I pull in front of an unpretentious ‘60s modern storefront at 2917 Avenue R, and enter what...
Brooklyn’s First 24 Hour Diner Still Going Strong Six Decades Later
DITMAS PARK: George’s Diner on Coney Island Avenue is legendary. It was the first in Brooklyn to open 24 hours....
Leo Lee: Serving Our Community For 66 Years, From The Kitchen Of New Toysun To The Aisles Of Discount Plus
My niece is graduating high school. I want to send a card. The kind that you lick to seal, the...