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Does Brooklyn Heights Need Kiosks?

On the first weekend of November, while walking my neighborhood, I passed by a flyer with an intriguing picture (see above). It showed the small green space that sits between Leni’s playground and the promenade, with a kiosk in it. It asked the question: would you like to see a European-style cafe or kiosk in […]

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Presurging

Since about 2012, Charlotte and I have been observing a phenomenon that it’s about time to mint. Sometimes you walk into a restaurant or cafe and the place is blissfully empty. No line to the counter, every table unoccupied, an idle staff member ready to take your order. Instead of pinching yourself you check the […]