
When I stopped into Black Betty last night around 8:30pm, there was an eerie sense of calm and night-like-every-other-nightliness in the air. The kitchen was smoky, the waitresses conferring about honoring reservations, and the tables populated, but not overly cluttered. It was hard to believe this place that embodied so much of Williamsburg’s spirit would never again open its doors.
John Ricco, owner of Grandma Rose’s — a brand spankin’ new pizza and homecooking joint at the corner of Graham and Meeker set to open on June 17 — sent the WG an advance copy of their menu today, and it’s more clear than ever that it’s a godsend for Graham area residents looking for good, cheap eats.
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jewelry line features vintage-inspired trinkets like silver necklace charms in the shape of letterpress blocks, and antique name bracelets that will brand you as a Phyllis, a Shirley, or a Dorothy.
knows how to screenprint, but no one can mimic the intricacy and finesse of Mat Daly’s work. His prints, all masterful technical feats, are expressions of nature in warped geometric forms. Daly is based in Chicago, so save on shipping and pick up his prints while he’s in town.