👀 Here’s what’s happening this week:
Local Happenings and New Openings
Peral, a new all-day taqueria and cafe is coming to Bed-Stuy on Saratoga Ave. from the teams behind Michelin Bib Gourmand-recognized Olmo and Cicatriz in CDMX. The menu serves mostly tacos and drinks but will also be a cafe in the mornings. They’re soft opening this week – dates and details are the end of the newsletter.
Downtown Brooklyn is getting some new stores including Japanese lifestyle retailer MUJI and Park Slope-based bakery and café Winner, both opening at the Alloy Block on Flatbush Avenue. MUJI will be the retailer’s second Brooklyn location, while Winner will bring its sourdough, pastries, coffee, led by Michelin-starred chef and restaurateur Daniel Eddy. We also spotted signage for Gap at Atlantic Terminal, so it looks like there’s plenty of new retail on the way.
Classon Convenience has officially opened at the Classon G, taking over the space that was previously home to a Chinese take-out. It’s a pretty busy corner these days with the station getting an accessibility upgrade, so this new addition should settle in well.
Plans have been filed for a new eight-story mixed-use building at 475 Myrtle Ave in Clinton Hill, between Hall St and Washington Ave. The proposed building would have 30 residential units, commercial space on the ground floor, rooftop terraces, and four parking spots. No word yet on when construction will begin, but we’ll keep an eye on it.
The Brooklyn Navy Yard is now accepting vendor applications for its 9th Annual Holiday Market, welcoming entrepreneurs and small businesses to sell products, promote their brands, or create an interactive installation. Applications are open through September 27, so you can apply here.
The 16th Annual NYC Pizza Run is coming to Fort Greene Park on September 27, where runners complete a 5K while stopping for slices of pizza along the route. As tickets usually sell out in minutes, they’re doing two drops this year with a limited number of discounted pre-sale tickets going on sale Monday, August 17 at 9am, and the remaining tickets will be released Wednesday, August 19 at 12pm.
Fellow neighborhood Substacker Bed-Stuy Stoop got us all closure (and the tea) on what happened with Clementine Bakery’s sudden closing. You can read the scoop here:
Recycle a Bicycle has moved and officially opened in their new space at 450 Grand Ave. Their program refurbishes donated bikes and sells them at affordable prices, while also supporting bike education, job training, and other programs for NYC youth and adults. So basically, it’s a great place to find a used bike or get yours fixed while supporting a good cause. Their previous location has been replaced with Buddy’s Dispensary.
I’m excited to be back after our content break where I spent my time trying restaurant week menus. Shoutout Dinner Party ❤️. You still have a couple of days left if you haven’t had time yet!
Marina ✨
🗓️ Our Top Picks:
Thursday, August 13 (today):
Brooklyn Conservatory of Music’s Midsummer Nights (6:30pm): They’re returning this summer with one more free outdoor concert on their front stoop. The last event of the the series features Charles Turner & The House of Spilata. Catch a sneak peek of what you can expect here as we stopped by a couple weeks to check it out.
Zine Release Party! (7pm+): Park Slope photographer Noah Eberhart is celebrating the launch of his first film photography collection with an evening at Doppelgänger. You can expect an evening of vinyl music, prints for sale, cocktails, and maybe even a giveaway. You can also preorder the zine here.
Thursday, August 13, 14, 21 & 22:
Peral Soft Opening (5–10pm): From the teams behind Olmo in Bed-Stuy and Cicatriz in CDMX, Peral is having their soft opening before officially opening on September 2.
Friday, August 14:
Baby Oyster Pop-Up: Frog Bar is hosting a monthly Peruvian seafood pop-up from chef Sergio Nakayoshi and Nancy Lui. The menu changes weekly but frequently features oysters, ceviche, deviled eggs, and shrimp.
Tuesday, August 18:
Soften into Self: A guided somatic workshop at Dear Friends Books designed to help you slow down, reconnect with your body, and tune into your inner world through breath, gentle movement, and somatic inquiry. Come as you are (with your yoga mat) and spend some time checking in with yourself, without any pressure to fix or change anything.
August 13 – August 27:
Vinyl Nights: Back at Albee Square for another summer of music, dancing, and community, celebrating seven years of the series. You can also check out the Vinyl Nights photo exhibit by Robin Michals while you’re there.
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📌 Neighborhood Job Board:
This week: Bookseller (Full-time or Part-time) at Greenlight Bookstore, Production Intern at Brooklyn Coffee Shop (@bkcoffeeshop), and Servers, Baristas, Bakers, and BoH Staff at Smør.
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