Brooklyn Magazine

A star is reborn: The iconic Kellogg's Diner in Williamsburg has been revamped under chefs Jackie Carnesi and Amanda Perdomo and it is a Tex-Mex triumph. Read our review here: https://lnkd.in/eMQnk_6t

Saint Vitus Bar, the legendary punk and metal club in Greenpoint, has announced that it is permanently closed. The venue ran into hot water when it temporarily shuttered over permitting issues in February. The club’s owners promise that the Saint Vitus story is still “to be continued.” https://lnkd.in/ez7-cBBj

This year marks the 60th anniversary of Fania Records, the legendary "Motown of Latin music." Here's a brief history of the label and 10 essential albums for any collection. https://lnkd.in/esv3BhCX

Brooklyn Magazine is hiring a social media strategist/lead! This is a great role for a highly motivated creative thinker, journalist, collaborator and passionate Brooklynite. https://lnkd.in/gY9SdHbu

Afropunk is returning next month with superstar headliner Erykah Badu and a new location. The two-day festival, to be held at Lena Horne Bandshell in Prospect Park, will take place from August 24 and 25 in conjunction with BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Details: https://lnkd.in/efUJeKia

Here are the 57 Brooklyn eateries participating in restaurant week, which kicks off today (and actually lasts 27 days). We've flagged this year's new participants ... https://lnkd.in/dwew_BMr

Bounce, rock, skate, roll your life away at Xanadu. ???? Bushwick’s newest hotspot is equal parts nightclub and “intergalactic cruise ship,” according to its owner, Varun Kataria, who is also behind the groovy Sultan Room and Turk’s Inn combo. https://lnkd.in/eFaSSfXA

With the news that Pete Wells, the indefatigable restaurant critic for the New York Times, will be stepping down from his post after 12 years, we wanted to resurface our interview with him where he talks about the ins, outs, highs and lows of the gig. Thanks, Pete! https://lnkd.in/e-yHHyc4

It’s a sad day in the borough as Crest Hardware and Urban Garden has announced it will be closing its doors for good after 62 years in Williamsburg. https://lnkd.in/gUczHCUf

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