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Green Bliss (opening soon!)

Green Bliss (opening soon!)

Green Bliss will offer a variety of invigorating and refreshing juice blends, energizing smoothies and delicious shakes, as well as juice cleanses. Fresh fruits and vegetables are combined with yogurt, milk or juice and whipped into creamy smoothies that can be customized with a variety of flavors and add-ins for a nutritious breakfast, a quick […]

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Sweetgreen (opening soon!)

Sweetgreen (opening soon!)

SWEETGREEN SELECTS DOWNTOWN NEW HAVEN FOR ITS FIFTH CONNECTICUT LOCATION.   New Haven, CT – Yale University Properties is excited to announce that Sweetgreen will open in the Broadway District. The mission-driven restaurant brand connecting people to real food has signed a long-term lease for 1 Broadway, a prime 2,692-square-foot space that serves as the […]

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Habesha Restaurant & Bar – Now Open!

Habesha Restaurant & Bar – Now Open!

Habesha Restaurant & Bar is New Haven’s newest destination for authentic Ethiopian cuisine. This family-owned restaurant promises to deliver a rich and unforgettable dining experience, highlighting the deep cultural heritage and culinary traditions of Ethiopia. With a focus on gluten-free dishes and a unique coffee ceremony that celebrates Ethiopia’s status as the birthplace of coffee, […]

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Vía Láctea – Now Open!

Vía Láctea – Now Open!

Plant-based frozen desserts. Named for the Spanish phrase for the Milky Way galaxy, Vía Láctea delights guests with a galactic vibe that references its namesake.   Founded in Puerto Rico by Chef Reinaldo Sánchez and Chef Lorivie Alicea, Vía Láctea was recently distinguished as a 2024 James Beard Foundation Awards Semifinalist, Bakery. The nomination recognized […]

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The Giggling Pig – Now Open!

The Giggling Pig – Now Open!

At the Giggling Pig, creativity comes to life for children in their earliest months up to pre-teens and teens through a diverse range of classes. From Piglets Playtime (where young ones and their families can connect, and messes are mandatory), to beginner, intermediate, and advanced art classes, The Giggling Pig’s experienced instructors and loving environment […]

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Zongozon

Zongozon

Zongozon is a retail shop specializing in African fashion jewelry and modern African clothing, fabrics, and accessories. Their curated collection features radiant, high-quality rings, bangles, necklaces, and earrings, all at affordable prices. Zongozon’s jewelry and clothing can be worn individually or as a piece of a larger set.   With the prominence of fashion jewelry in […]

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Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library

A stunning work of architecture, the Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscripts Library houses a famous collection of the world’s oldest books, maps, and documents. Beinecke’s vast print antiquities range from papyrus artifacts to medieval manuscripts to the original mysterious Voynich Manuscript (yet to be deciphered), and much more. Designed by architect Gordon Bunshaft and opened […]

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Cookie39

Cookie39

Cookie 39 is a family-owned bakery with a commitment to quality, crafting each cookie from scratch with a meticulous attention to detail. From the finest chocolates to locally sourced butter and farm-fresh eggs, they spare no expense in selecting the highest quality ingredients.   At Cookie 39, every cookie is more than just a treat […]

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2nd STREET

2nd STREET

Since opening its first American store in Los Angeles in 2018, 2nd STREET has expanded to nearly 40 stores in the U.S. From streetwear to vintage to Japanese designer apparel and luxury accessories, 2nd STREET’s vast assortment of premium and unique second-hand items for women and men resonates with stylish, eco-conscious customers seeking environmentally friendly […]

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Jin Fu Hot Pot

Jin Fu Hot Pot

Owner Hu Ping-Dolph, an experienced restaurateur with nearly twenty-five years in the industry, opened Hot Pot on February 28, 2024.   Hu, originally from Nanjing, China, met her husband, Jonathan Dolph, in Singapore when she was in graduate school. Jonathan, an American, was teaching English abroad. They were married a few years later. After living […]

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