Confidant’s Comeback, Vintage Love on Smith Street, and Valentine’s at Liz’s Book Bar
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Here’s what’s happening this week:
✨ Local Happenings and New Openings ✨
Your weekend plans have arrived! Our new Cozy Day in Carroll Gardens guide is now live. From morning movement and standout bakeries to shopping, sweet treats, and candlelit dinner spots, this curated itinerary is designed for a warm, unhurried day you’ll want to bookmark.
Mouv Pilates now open in DUMBO! They’re bringing a sleek new Pilates studio focused on hot mat and reformer classes. Check out membership and class options here.
Pure Barre in Downtown Brooklyn at 11 Hoyt St opens soon, and they’re offering pre-opening rates with a lifetime discount.
The shuttered Macy’s on Fulton Street in Downtown Brooklyn has been transformed by an interactive light installation now on view through March 16. Presented by the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership and the NYC Department of Small Business Services and designed by Masary Studios.
Confidant is officially back and reopened yesterday at 127 Atlantic Ave, in the former Colonie space. Chef-owners Brendan Kelley (Aska, Per Se) and Daniel Grossman (Gage & Tollner, Foul Witch), originally opened Confidant in Industry City. The new Cobble Hill/Brooklyn Heights location brings an expanded, seasonal menu with dry-aged fish and meats, housemade pastas, and standout dishes like trout mousse, prawn pot pie, and spicy mezze rigatoni. A deep natural wine list and elevated cocktails accompany these exciting dishes.
Eater also reports “The team is also opening a new all-day bakery and pizza restaurant with a wine bar, Lou & Bev’s, right next door (129 Atlantic Avenue) in the spring.”
Laurel Bakery is pausing operations as they plan their move to Prospect Heights, next door to their sister restaurant Cafe Mado.
Warby Parker opens in Downtown Brooklyn. Their new location at City Point just opened also featuring artwork by beloved local cartoonist Roz Chast.
Dear Dreamer turns 3! They’re celebrating with weekend festivities including an embroidery bar, charm bar and lots of iced coffee!
📸: Dear Dreamer
SU'JUK has closed its Cobble Hill location. Check out their other storefronts in Clinton Hill and Fort Greene.
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Our Top Picks
Events with an asterisk* tend to sell out- reserve tickets early!
Restaurant Week Roundup:
Restaurant Week is here! Check out these spots in the area: Felice Montague, Indian Table, Barbalu, Aromi, Red Hook Lobster Pound, ABC Kitchens, Bar56, Henry’s End, French Louie, Dinner Party.
Valentine’s Day Picks:
A Valentine’s Pastry Box collaboration with Emily Hall x NAKO is now available for preorder, featuring a curated assortment of sweet and savory treats made for sharing (or not). The box includes everything from passion fruit tiramisu and hazelnut chocolate babka to cheesy garlic biscuits with red pepper dip, crafted by the former executive pastry chef of Crown Shy and Saga. DM NAKO to order.
More sweets? Check out Atelier Ariana’s special Valentine’s Day pre-order options here.
Wuthering Heights: Book & a Bouquet @ Liz’s Book Bar: Tickets include a copy of the Modern Library Torchbearers edition of Wuthering Heights, a bouquet by local florists, and a complimentary drip coffee or hot tea. Purchase yours HERE.
Looking for a res? Here are some local spots offering special menus and experiences: Bar Rêve, Untable, Verde on Smith, Marco Polo, and French Louie.
Looking for some self-care? Check out this facial special at Anor Spa or Heyday Skincare.
Today, February 5:
Wine Class Old World vs. New World Wines @ Blanc et Rouge (6:30pm-8:30pm)*: Explore Old World versus New World wines and dive into how geography, climate, and winemaking traditions shape styles. Tickets ($45) HERE.
Friday, February 6:
Couplet Reading Series @ Books Are Magic Montague St. (7:00pm)*: Books Are Magic is hosting the first Couplet Reading Series of 2026, curated by Leah Umansky, featuring readings by Nicole Cooley, Rebecca Hart Olander, Major Jackson, and more. The evening of poetry is free to attend, followed by a book signing. RSVP HERE.
Saturday, February 7:
Studio Sandwich Making for CHiPS @ Studio Rien (8:00am-10:30am): This volunteer sandwich-making and food donation drivesupports neighbors through CHiPS. The gathering brings people together in the studio to prepare lunches and collect food donations, sign-up HERE.
Coffee Happy Hour with Jetset Pilates @ Loved Ones Coffee Company (11:00am-1:00pm): Loved Ones Coffee is hosting a cozy coffee happy hour with 50% off all drinks courtesy of JETSET Pilates Boerum Hill. Stop by to sip, hang out, and get a preview of what’s coming next for the neighborhood studio.
Amai Bā New Flavor Drop, Pickup @ Poplar Street Community Garden (12:00pm-2:30pm)*: They’re returning with a fresh drop of flavors including German Chocolate Cake, Ube, Gulab Jamun and more. Pre-orders are due by Friday at 5 pm. DM to place your order HERE.
Sunday, February 8:
Love + Vintage Pop-up @ Unearth Vintage (1:00pm-5:00pm): They’re hosting a one-day pop-up featuring a curated lingerie selection by Sadly Vintage and tarot readings. The sip-and-shop runs with free snacks and drinks from 1–5 pm. More details HERE.
Monday, February 9:
Galentine’s Day @ HOTWORX Carroll Gardens (Monday, February 9, 4:00pm-8:00pm)*: They’re hosting a free Galentine’s Day wellness pop-up for Galentine’s Day. Expect candles, matcha lattes, wellness injections, and athleisure shopping, with perks for bringing a friend and the event open to both members and non-members. DM @hotworxbrooklyncarrollgardens to reserve your spot.
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✨ Cobble Hill Insider ✨
This week’s Insider section includes: A new kids playspace grand opening - opened by the co-founder of another popular kids playspace • The latest housing lottery & luxury rental building updates
