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Guyanese Institution German’s Soup Opens a New Location in Crown Heights

German’s Soup Owner Clinton Urling. Courtesy of Michael Tulipan.First-time visitors to the new German’s Soup [https://www.germanssoup.com/] in Crown Heights would be well-advised to order the cow heel soup. It’s a meal of a soup, says owner Clinton Urling, consisting of tender cow’s

Food & Drink

Sally’s: The Team Behind Sally Roots Brings Asian-Influenced Caribbean Food to Bed-Stuy

The weather’s been a little inconsistent lately, but the powerhouse team behind Sally Roots [http://www.sallyroots.com/], a Caribbean American barbecue joint in Bushwick, just gave Bed-Stuy denizens a new place to warm up whenever they want – Sally’s. Interior of Sally’s. Courtesy of Sally’s.Sally’

Business

“The Best Roti Around” Beharry Cafe Debuts On Foster Avenue

1715 Foster Avenue. (Photo by Carly Miller)The only thing more delightful than the warm, neighborly atmosphere inside the new pastel-painted Roti Shop on Foster Avenue is the fresh, homecooked food. In December, we announced what looks like a restaurant renaissance coming to Foster Avenue [/three-new-restaurants-opening-foster-avenue-victorian-flatbush-counter-progress/] . And the first to

Central Brooklyn

Bite Of The Day: Roti & Oxtail At Suzy’s Roti Parlour

(Photo by Ditmas Park Corner)As a creature of habit, I am stubbornly resistant to change, especially when it comes to my favorite restaurants. If I find a spot with reliable and affordable food, I tend to eat there until I’m swallowing my pride along with eat bite, smiling

Business

Shayna’s New Owner Keeps Roti In The Family

Mother and son team Narvin and Suzy Seemungal. “My vision is to simplify; people will be able to pick roti types, with a meat, a veg, and a couple of sides,” he said, pointing at the soon-to-be chalkboard above the counter. (Photo by Ditmas Park Corner)Narvin Seemungal dreamed of

Business

Shayna’s New Owner Keeps Roti In The Family

Mother and son team Narvin and Suzy Seemungal. “My vision is to simplify; people will be able to pick roti types, with a meat, a veg, and a couple of sides,” he said, pointing at the soon-to-be chalk board above the counter. (Photo by Ditmas Park Corner)Narvin and Mei

Central Brooklyn

The 5 Best Jerk Chicken Joints In Flatbush

Grilling up some jerk chicken at Exquisite on Church Ave at Nostrand Ave. (Photo by Ditmas Park Corner)Flatbush, with its legendary population of Haitian, Jamaican, Trinidadian, and Guyanese immigrants—is a mecca of caribbean food. And jerk chicken is one of the easiest, and tastiest neighborhood treats, either as

Central Brooklyn

Dining Out — Sampling Chicken Curry At Jamaican Eatery Exquisite Supreme

Exquisite Supreme (Photo: Dina Rabiner)Exquisite Supreme [http://www.yelp.com/biz/exquisite-supreme-east-flatbush] didn’t name itself after its décor which is modest. Located on Glenwood Road, off Flatbush Avenue, this Jamaican eatery hosts a food counter, an ATM machine, a large potted plant, and a few small tables that

Central Brooklyn

Check Out Brokelyn’s Survey Of The Best Caribbean Food On Flatbush Avenue

On the grill at the Flatbush Avenue Street Fair.We really liked Brokelyn writer William Widmaier’s recent piece on “The best of Flatbush Ave.’s deliciously cheap Caribbean food” [http://brokelyn.com/brooklyn-snackdown-caribbean-food/]. Widmaier picks out five spots that all sound great and span the Caribbean: * The Ultimate Bakery

62 5th Avenue

Park Slope Brunch Beat: Caribbean Comfort At BK9

Photo by Donny Levit / Park Slope StoopWith so many places in the neighborhood to grab a mimosa and a plate of eggs on the weekend, how can you decide which is the best spot to take your visiting in-laws or where you’ll want to sit quietly for a couple

1219 Church Avenue

Richie Rich Space At 1219 Church Avenue Is Now For Rent

Richie Rich [http://www.yelp.com/biz/richie-rich-caribbean-taste-new-york], the Caribbean restaurant that opened in the summer of 2013 [/blog/food/its-really-happening-the-richie-rich-menu-is-here], has closed its doors for good – and the space at 1219 Church Avenue, between Westminster and Argyle Roads, is now for rent. We’re sad to have to say

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Roti, Chutney, Doubles & More: A Few Flatbush Area Trini Food Favorites

Brooklyn is home to the largest population of Trinidad and Tobago natives in the United States and, naturally, some of the best Trini food this side of the Caribbean. Trinidadian food blends influences from T & T’s Indian and Afro-Caribbean populations with a range of ingredients and techniques native to

caribbean food

The Richie Rich Menu Is Here, Restaurant Will Open July 29

When we first reported earlier this month that Richie Rich, the Caribbean restaurant at 1219 Church Avenue, seemed like it was finally threatening to follow through [/blog/business/richie-rich-is-hiring-delicious-food-coming-soon] on that “We will be opening soon” banner in their window after what felt like years [/blog/business/meet-the-uca-muralists-rudjessy-secours-richie-rich], neighbors weren’

Brooklyn Unplugged Tours

Brooklyn Unplugged Tours Launches New Pride of Flatbush Tour

“Our goal is to bring people from across America and around the world to Brooklyn.” – Jeffrey Stirewalt, Brooklyn Unplugged Tours [http://www.brooklynunpluggedtours.com/] In celebration of Brooklyn’s cultural, social, and economic renaissance, Brooklyn Unplugged Tours launched its first official Flatbush tour at the Caton Market Caribbean Culture Expo