Set on the banks of the East River, Anima Mundi Apothecary is your one-stop shop for all things herbal and medicinal. Home to hundreds of organic herbs, all of which are sourced from local farmers in South and Central America, the apothecary offers a mélange of spirit tools, elixirs, tonic and kits. Influenced by various forms of medicinal alchemy such as Ayurveda, traditional Chinese medicine and others, Anima Mundi also offers exquisitely-prepared supplements that boast of healing properties. Visitors can also relax with soothing drinks like Turmeric Latte and Mushroom Espresso and participate in workshops and events held at their store.
Set along Prospect Place in Brooklyn, Cafe Con Libros is a great place to visit for coffee aficionados and bibliophiles. Opened in 2017, this store is owned and managed by Kalima DeSuze. Here you will find a fantastic selection of women-centric books. Readers can opt for monthly subscriptions and join book clubs that are held here. They also host book reading sessions with various women authors. This quaint little store’s cozy interiors exudes a warm and homely vibe.
Set on Rockaway Avenue in Brooklyn, Love, Nelly opened its doors in 2020. This friendly bakery is known for their scrumptious eats from the Columbian cuisine. It features a glass display case that is lined with items like empanadas, arepas, cakes, cookies and more. In addition to this, they serve a selection of drinks like hot cocoa and tea. This bakery also has a small seating area for its guests.