Welcome to 2019 Fam!
We are thrilled to begin this year of in our Jammies jamming to GUYS and dope artists in the city!
Black Cotton Club is at it again, ready to jam and vibe with you. Bring your boo, friends, family or just yourself and come ready to TAKE OFF YOUR COOL!
The 2019 energy has been real! Keep it cooking and close the month with another episode of #RnBrunchBOS. It’s been far too long since their December brunch, but many thanks to everyone that pulled up and gave their stamp of approval on our new location at 2Twenty2.
Come as you are with the best vibes @ A// Good every last Thrusday of the month with DJ Slick Vick.
HER By Bodega: Women’s Voices in Contemporary Fashion Culture!
Join in next Friday for a great night filled with dynamic dialogue, networking, shopping, music, and so much more!
Created in January 2015 by I DON’T DO CLUBS founder Genese Jamilah, MUST LOVE BEARDS is a national day party series for men who rock beards and women who can’t get enough of them. Women’s tickets are sold in advance to ensure the event is gender balanced. Men are allowed into the event for free, beard or not.
The midterm season is upon us, and for the Boston college kids out there, it’s getting real spooky. Lucky for them, studying in a coffee shop seems to be the all-around trick to turning those bad grades into good ones. And isn’t that the treat we all want?
Boston is loaded with the most unique coffee shops, but here are five that really put the “c” in “can we get some more?”:
Ogawa Coffee
10 Milk St, Boston, MA 02108
From a company based in Kyoto, Japan, Ogawa promises something exceptional. Yoshinori Uda, their CEO and President, describes their shop as “a sensory journey to be savored”. Their signature drink is a chilled sweetened espresso served in a martini glass, but it’s their seasonal drink creations that keep the crowd coming. They also provide a pretty tasty breakfast menu. It’s the perfect place to start your mornings off right for a change.
*picture from Ogawa Coffee website
Curio Coffee
441 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02141
While coffee is definitely the most important thing always, Curio Coffee stepped out into a brave territory, and asked the question no one ever thought about: wouldn’t a waffle be the best thing to pair with your afternoon latte? Now before you make that face, don’t knock it ‘til you try it. If anything, just go to the store to get insta-famous. Their shop has over 2000 followers, and their aesthetic is to die for. Between the Apple Cider Waffle and the Gingerbread Waffle, I doubt you’ll be able to think about anything else for a really, long time.
*picture from @curiocoffee insta.
Thinking Cup
85 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116
While they do have other locations around Boston, Newbury is Thinking Cup’s most popular. Their ambience transports you to another era, quite literally because they have no Wi-Fi. But I suppose this is the time to forego the laptop and grab the books before coming here. The biggest appeal would be their gluten-free and dairy-free breakfast and lunch options. Good looking out, Thinking Cup.
*picture from Thinking Cup website
KoHI Coffee Co.
130 Guest St, Brighton, MA 02135
With Brighton being their newest location, this company promises only to serve organic, fair trade espresso drinks, and the taste is worth it. Their Coffee and Conversation events gives a chance to anyone who wants to learn more about the business to get free information here. It also doesn’t hurt that they often team with Flatbread Co. to host these events. Now that’s what I call an excellent pairing. Another Double Ristretto shot please!
*picture from KoHI Coffee Co. website
Zume’s Coffee House
221 Main St, Charlestown, MA 02129
Now just forget about the coffee altogether with this place because their artsy work is the main attraction. From the quirky, colorful paintings hanging on the wall to the drawings on your coffee mugs, this coffee house gives you a warm atmosphere to truly relax and be at ease. As much as you can relax anyway with midterms here. Hang in there, kids!
*picture from Google Images
by Imani Thompson
A coveted brunch spot in Brockton,MA and minority owned with delicious feats is JJ’s Caffe. The menu at JJ’s Caffe is quintessential of everything comforting .How often can you pair your brunch with a fresh smoothie? JJ’s offers three styles of a fresh fruit beverage as well. A quaint set up prepares you for the hospitable and pleasant service from this family owned business. The family hails from Cape Verde thus allowing fun fared dishes with a pop of flavor to your traditional breakfast. Worth the wait for the inspired dishes by Head Chef JJ!
By: Brandie Chanel
City of Champions.
Banana Bread French Toast.
There’s a magical place in Boston. With a location in Somerville, in Assembly Square, and Boston, in the Prudential Center, -cue the confetti- Earls Kitchen + Bar, everybody! They have managed to finagle around Massachusetts’ stingy laws against Happy Hour and they have brought the fun back!
Earls is mostly known around town for their $5 monthly drink specials, but this hot, young restaurant brings the happy into brunch as well. Yeah, they got the $5 mimosas, but that’s not even the best part. On top of the modern, artsy architecture, and their rooftop seating area with a wide, beautiful view of the city, Earls brings us a flavor of brunch items ranging from $9-$10. It’s the perfect spot to kick it back with the girls or even meet the parents, all on a budget. Did I mention they’ve got avocado in almost every dish? It’s the perfect addition to every brunch meal. And yeah, let’s keep those $5 mimosas coming.
by Imani Thompson
*pictures taken from IG: @earlsprudential
TRAP Karaoke began in the fall of 2015 after Jason Mowatt, a music festival organizer, envisioned what he calls a “user-generated concert” experience, placing fans at the center of the concert experience.
The result? A platform on top of music; a backdrop for life; a nexus into cultural participation, personal empowerment, cherished moments, human connection, and community! Please note this event is 18+
Kick Off Boston;s Trap Week with BYBP. Come out on August 7th for some fun,chill vibes..well as chill as it can get with trap as a soundtrack. Please RSVP.