Central Brooklyn
Photo by Shannon Geis/KensingtonBkAlmost exactly a year ago Batata opened its doors [/business/batata-celebrates-its-grand-opening-at-3021-fort-hamilton-parkway/] on Fort Hamilton Parkway and began serving up delicious Middle Eastern dishes. We stopped by this week to grab some breakfast eats from their all day breakfast menue, but this isn’t the place to
Central Brooklyn
A full bottle of sparkling wine and a glass of orange juice for $20. (Photo by Shannon Geis/Ditmas Park Corner)There are quite a few great places to fill your cravings for mimosas and eggs in Ditmas Park nowadays, so how do you decide where to go? With Where
Food & Drink
Photo by Bob De ThomasOn Christmas Day, many shop owners close their stores so that they and their employees can enjoy the holiday at home. But for those who don’t recognize the birth of Christ as a reason to unwrap gifts and string lights around a freshly-cut conifer, December
Business
Photo by Donny Levit / Park Slope StoopCantonese restaurant 2 Duck Goose [http://www.2duckgoose.com] (400 4th Avenue at 6th Street) has announced a temporarily closing, and it could be the last time you taste their Char Sui Pork, Cantonese Roast Duck, or “Paper Bag Fish.” According to founder/partner
Business
BBQ and Banchan at Insa. (Photo by Craig LaCourt)Are you interested in Korean BBQ, a swanky bar, and belting out some Journey [https://youtu.be/VcjzHMhBtf0] — all under one roof? You’ll be able to head to Gowanus and do just that next week. Tuesday, December 15 to be
Food & Drink
Photo by South Slope NewsThere are few things more satisfying than having a morning cuppa cuppa. Of course, that cuppa cuppa can be coffee, tea, or whatever beverage you prefer to get your day started. In this series, a cuppa cuppa doesn’t only refer to the beverage. It’s
City Kid Corner
We know you already have your applesauce [/food/get-a-taste-of-fall-with-easy-slow-cooker-applesauce] simmering in the crockpot for latkes later, but if the kids are looking to have a little fun in the kitchen, too, we’ve got an easy menorah cake that is sure to be a hit for dessert. Best of all,
Central Brooklyn
Photo by Ditmas Park CornerGeorge’s Restaurant, a neighborhood staple since 1956, has finally reopened this week [/blog/food/georges-is-open-for-business/]. They are celebrating their official grand opening today, but we stopped in earlier this week to check out the updated space and taste some diner classics. The new owners, who
Central Brooklyn
Photo by Ditmas Park CornerGeorge’s Restaurant, a neighborhood staple since 1956, has finally reopened this week [/blog/food/georges-is-open-for-business/]. They are celebrating their official grand opening today, but we stopped in earlier this week to check out the updated space and taste some diner classics. The new owners, who
Bensonhurst
Checkers opened for Business Tuesday. (Photo: Alex Ellefson / Sheepshead Bites) After three years of waiting, and several false alarms [http://www.theconeyislandblog.com/?p=936] about opening day being just around the corner, the Coney Island Checkers finally made its debut on Surf Avenue. The Florida-based burger chain — known for
Food & Drink
Photo by 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 hours with
Business
Checkers opened for Business Tuesday. (Photo: Alex Ellefson / Sheepshead Bites) After three years of waiting, and several false alarms [http://www.theconeyislandblog.com/?p=936] about opening day being just around the corner, the Coney Island Checkers finally made its debut Tuesday on Surf Avenue. The Florida-based burger chain — known