Blue Angel Wine Collects Corks for Recycle

Where to recycle your misc objects on Grand Street

Gabe manages Blue Angel and runs their recycling program

Blue Angel Wines has made a hobby of collecting corks from the bottles they sell. The corks are not to keep of course; they’re all going to recycle. Whether you bought the bottle from Blue Angel or not, bring your leftover corks to 638 Grand Street and they’ll take care of the rest.

There’s a place for all of your other miscellaneous objects to recycle on Grand Street as well. With the chart below, you can find a Grand Street business that will take your leftover clothing, plastic bags, electronics + more.

When you’re doing your spring cleaning, remember it’s Earth month and that there are businesses are here to help keep our city eco-friendly.

Get your business in on Grand

Grand Street BID’s retail availability map details commercial opportunities for small business openings + expansions

Located in the heart of Williamsburg in a vibrant neighborhood, Grand Street has a charming mix of old + new, and small + large retailers from eclectic eateries + bars to clothing boutiques. There is no better time to get in on Grand, and the Grand Street BID has now made opening a small business even more accessible.

Grand Street area residents spend approximately $75 million per year on goods + services outside of the neighborhood. Using our retail availabilities map, future business owners will be able to easily locate + contact a broker to meet shoppers where they live and play.

A destination for young professionals + artists mixed with a thriving community of lifelong New Yorkers, the opportunity to profit with a brick and mortar is here on Grand Street and waiting for you.

L Train Slowdown Begins April 26th

Prepare for the slowdown ahead of time with these easy steps

The L Train is slowing down its service operations on April 26th and now is the time to prepare if you haven’t already. Here are some quick and easy steps to make sure you have all of the information you need:

1. Sign up for the MTA L Project weekly updates. Become the L train info guru for your friends.

2. Read this L train guide from Curbed. Learn the background of the changes + alternative transit strategies.

3. Study this map with L train service changes from the MTA. Understand why you’re transferring at Lorimer Street.

4. Pick up comprehensive L Project + station specific information at our office, 246 Graham Avenue, Brooklyn.

Follow @mtanyctransit on Instagram and @nyctsubway on Twitter, look for #LProject, and always check new.mta.info for service statuses.

Your Guide to Easter on Grand Street in Williamsburg

Where to eat + treat your family this holiday weekend.

Steak and eggs from Thompson Brooke with Rose Sangria

Thompson Brooke (631 Grand St)

There’s nothing better suited for Easter brunch than eggs. Head to Thompson Brooke for eggs florentine, eggs any style, or vegan benedict + a variety of New England fare (including some of Williamsburg’s best oysters).
Opens: 10am, reservations: (347) 681-5646, brunch menu

Los Primos (704 Grand St)

The perfect opportunity to try Los Primos’ Paella special. Only $9.99 for the Spanish specialty to match with sangria + a full menu of Mexican cuisine. If you can’t make this weekend, don’t sweat it as paella is offered fresh every Sunday.
Opens: 10am, reservations: (718) 486-8449, menu

Oven baked pancakes with strawberry butter from Le Barricou

Le Barricou (533 Grand St)

Treat your party to fine French cuisine with a famous weekend brunch menu and pancakes you absolutely must try.
Opens: 10am, no reservations, brunch menu

Bahia (533 Grand St)

This authentic El Salvadorian family restaurant has American + Italian options as well. Try the pollo sorpresa, yuca frita, and fried sweet plantains. Dine-in, take-out, and catering are all available.
Opens: 11:30am, reservations, menu

Desy’s Clam Bar (562 Grand St)

It’s all in the name. Try Desy’s for their seafood with steamed clams, mussels, and traditional Italian offerings.
Opens: 11am, reservations: (347) 599-0267, menu

Arrangements from Flores del Valle won’t break the bank and are sure to impress

Grand Morelos (727 Grand St)

Your first stop for Easter sweets should be this 24/7 diner with a full bakery serving everything from tres leches cake, rainbow cookies, to delicious varieties of flan.
Opens: 24/7, reservations: (718) 218-9441, menu

Flores del Valle (706 Grand St)

Bring spring flowers to brighten the atmosphere with affordable + professional bouquet arrangements from Flores del Valle.
Opens: 9am, order arrangements: (718) 384-6464

DAR 525 (525 Grand St)

Good for Easter or any Sunday, DAR serves a prix fixe bottomless brunch for only $28.95. Unlimited mimosas, bellini, sangria, or bloody marys along with a Lebanese entree choice and gluten free options.
Opens: 11am, reservations: (347) 422-0401, brunch menu

DIY with Key Food (575 Grand St), Ozzie’s Fresh Market (639 Grand St), and Bravo Supermarkets (785 Grand St).
Save a few bucks and make it special homemade with plenty of grocery stores supplying everything you need for the holidays.