Food & Drink
There’s a new pie taking Brooklyn by storm. It doesn’t have red or white sauce, cheese, or anchovies (usually). Instead, it has a huge tortilla, straight from the kitchens of Oaxaca. It also has black beans, queso oaxaca, and usually lettuce, peppers, meats, or salsa. Its name is
Central Brooklyn
Qathra backyard on a sunny afternoon. (Photo by Carly Miller)It’s just too gorgeous out to do anything indoors today. To kick off summer weather 2017 (especially before the summer heat waves start), we’ve compiled a list of the definitive places in our neighborhood (and immediately outside its
Central Brooklyn
(Photo by Ditmas Park Corner)La Loba Cantina, Kensington’s Oaxaca-style Mexican eatery, is not just a great dinner and brunch stopover — it’s a serious contender for the best new neighborhood bar. The restaurant, located at 709 Church Avenue between East 7th and East 8th streets [/blog/food/kensington-welcomes-la-loba-cantina/
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The Bitter Bird at La Loba Cantina. (Photo: Sarah Crean)Spring is finally here — it’s time to enjoy the pleasure of a cool cocktail in the brilliant sunshine. This week I sampled a drink called the Bitter Bird, which has just been added to the Spring menu at Church
Central Brooklyn
The bar at La Loba Cantina. (Photo: La Loba Cantina)Another great addition to the nightlife on Church Avenue has just opened its doors. La Loba Cantina [http://lalobacantina.com], a bar featuring the cuisine of Oaxaca, Mexico had a “soft launch” last night. The creation of Kensington residents Jeff
709 Church Avenue
La Loba Cantina at 709 Church Avenue. (Photo by Shannon Geis/Kensington BK)We noticed a small sign in the window of 709 Church Avenue the other day announcing La Loba Cantina [http://lalobacantina.com/] moving into the space. The former Xpress Pizza [/business/who-wants-a-pizza-shop-xpress-pizzeria-is-for-sale/] will soon be serving Oaxacan