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Bed-Stuy Trinidadian Bakery and Roti Shop Wins Prestigious James Beard Award

Bed-Stuy Trinidadian Bakery and Roti Shop Wins Prestigious James Beard Award

The bakery was recognized with the 2019 American Classic award which is given to locally owned restaurants that are cherished for quality food reflecting the character of their community.
The Bushwick Generator is Creating a Blueprint for the Future of Urban Tech

The Bushwick Generator is Creating a Blueprint for the Future of Urban Tech

It’s a next-level society where value is determined through community consensus and assets are distributed equitably
New Organic Burger Joint Will Bring More than Just Beef to Fort Greene

New Organic Burger Joint Will Bring More than Just Beef to Fort Greene

Burger Village specializes in all-natural burgers made of beef, elk, bison, boar or ostrich, and also offers a solid veggie-friendly selection for non-carnivores.
A Self-Service, Luxury Boutique Hotel is Coming to Bed-Stuy

A Self-Service, Luxury Boutique Hotel is Coming to Bed-Stuy

The fully automated 122-bed hotel will allow patrons to check in and out using a kiosk without needing any help from hotel staff.
Ooh-wee! Oonee Smart Bike Pods Are Coming to Downtown Brooklyn

Ooh-wee! Oonee Smart Bike Pods Are Coming to Downtown Brooklyn

Oonee is a highly customizable, colorful bike storage facility, equipped with safety features to protect your bike.

Prospect Park Is Looking for Local Food Carts to Set up Shop

Local food vendors can now apply to bring their delicious goods to Brooklyn's backyard
All Aboard! Navy Yard Will Be Added to NYC Ferry Stops

All Aboard! Navy Yard Will Be Added to NYC Ferry Stops

The new ferry stop will be located adjacent to Dock 72 and offer a new commuting option for both Navy Yard employees and local residents
Brownsville Culinary Center Is Looking for New Cohort of Aspiring Chefs

Brownsville Culinary Center Is Looking for New Cohort of Aspiring Chefs

The Brownsville Community Culinary Center is now accepting applications for its paid 40-week training program.
Wegmans Readies for Brooklyn Debut, Looks to Hire 500 Employees

Wegmans Readies for Brooklyn Debut, Looks to Hire 500 Employees

Wegmans, ready to open this fall, is looking to fill full-time entry-level management, customer service, overnight grocery and culinary positions
City Council Passes 'Awning Act' to Save Small Businesses from Crippling Fines

City Council Passes 'Awning Act' to Save Small Businesses from Crippling Fines

The Awning Act creates a two-year moratorium on fines, provides relief to businesses with outstanding violations and lowers the permit fees for installing new signs.