Meraki Brooklyn Brings Authentic Greek Dining to Williamsburg

Annabella Pardo

Williamsburg’s vibrant culinary scene recently welcomed Meraki Greek Bistro, which has now opened an inviting new outdoor patio for guests to enjoy a year-round cozy dining experience while savoring authentic Greek cuisine.

Meraki Brooklyn has also just launched a delectable new happy hour during the week serving Greek appetizers, wines and beer. Nestled in the heart of Brooklyn, this restaurant offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere inspired by the Greek Isles, providing a delightful escape for diners.

Meraki Brooklyn is the first location outside Miami for the Meraki Hospitality Group, known for its successful Greek dining concepts in South Florida, including Meraki Greek Bistro and Meraki Gyro. Led by Executive Chef Giannis Kotsos and Managing Partner Alex Karavias, the team brings their passion for authentic Greek flavors to New York, building on a strong reputation cultivated through their Miami locations.

“Meraki means to put something of yourself into whatever you do, and that’s exactly what Chef Giannis and I have been doing since we opened the original Meraki location,” said Alex Karavias. "Our cuisine is a reflection of our love for Greek tradition, featuring fresh ingredients and classic flavors that have resonated with our guests in Miami, and we can’t wait for Brooklyn to experience the same."

Guests at Meraki Brooklyn are transported to the Aegean Sea with its charming decor featuring breezy white curtains, rustic wooden floors, cozy seating and gorgeous bar with bougainvillea adorning the ceiling overhead, which are designed to evoke the warmth and charm of a Greek taverna. With its new outdoor patio, diners can now enjoy the fresh Mediterranean dishes al fresco through all seasons.

Executive Chef Kotsos has curated a menu that emphasizes fresh, authentic Mediterranean flavors and stays true to his Greek roots, offering timeless dishes like Moussaka, Aegean Chicken and Creta Seafood Pasta. Family-style platters, known as “Poikilies,” encourage sharing and bring people together around the table, just as they would in Greece.

Adding to the dining experience is a carefully curated all-Greek wine list, featuring traditional and organic selections from Greece’s most renowned winemakers and unique micro-wineries. Guests can also enjoy a selection of Greek beers, highlighting both traditional favorites and new brews from local Greek microbreweries.

Meraki Brooklyn’s new happy hour features delectable appetizers with favorites such as mussels, calamari, spanakopita, honey and sesame cheese puffs and more for $7 each, house wines for $8 a glass and Greek beers for $4.

"We’ve always been about bringing people together over good food," said Chef Kotsos. "Every dish we create is meant to remind you of sitting by the sea in Greece, enjoying a meal with family and friends."

Whether it’s a weekend lunch or an evening out, Meraki Brooklyn offers a warm, inviting space where everyone is welcome. With lunch and dinner options, and a patio perfect for relaxing with friends, it’s the ideal spot to escape the hustle of the city and enjoy the simple pleasures of Greek dining. For those looking to celebrate special occasions, the restaurant also offers catering and private event services.

Meraki Brooklyn is open from 4pm to 10pm Monday through Thursday and on Friday from 4pm to 11pm and from 11am to 11pm on Saturday and Sunday. Meraki is located at 252 Grand St., Brooklyn, NY 11211. For more information, catering inquiries or reservation visit ww.merakibrooklyn.com or contact brooklyn@merakibistro.com 

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Transform Your Home with 200+ Plants: A Tour with the Plant Queen in Brooklyn

Step into the vibrant world of Christopher, the Plant Queen, as he takes us on a tour of his lush, plant-filled one-bedroom apartment in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. This video reveals how Christopher has masterfully incorporated over 200 plants into his living space, creating a green sanctuary that is both beautiful and therapeutic.

Key Points Summary

• A Green Sanctuary in Brooklyn: Christopher, the Plant Queen, welcomes us into his colorful and vibrant home filled with over 200 plants. His space is not just a home but a living, breathing garden that offers a sensory experience from the moment you step inside.

• The Journey to Green Living: Christopher began his journey to green up his space in 2020, starting as a personal passion that grew into an educational endeavor. His home now serves as a testament to his dedication and love for plants.

• Daily Plant Care Routine: Taking care of such a large plant family requires routine and dedication. Christopher integrates plant care into his daily life, pruning and tending to his plants while enjoying his morning coffee.

• Creating a Microclimate: Despite living in a city apartment, Christopher has created microclimates for his diverse plant collection. He emphasizes that with dedication, anyone can cultivate a thriving indoor garden regardless of their living situation.

• Personal and Emotional Connection: The tour also highlights Christopher's personal spaces, including a shrine dedicated to his late mother. This area, filled with plants, serves as a reminder of his family's support and love.

• Designing with Plants: With the help of his friend and interior designer Calvin Resnik, Christopher has crafted a space that reflects his personality—vibrant, playful, and lush. The collaboration has resulted in a home that is both aesthetically pleasing and deeply personal.

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Jefferson Hancock Launches Sales in Bushwick

Newly Launched Jefferson Hancock, a timeless boutique condominium located at 1504 Jefferson Avenue & 1437 Hancock Street in Bushwick, one of Brooklyn’s most electrifying neighborhoods. A collection of 18 studio to three-bedroom residences, this project reflects the new modern standard of luxury living. Douglas Elliman’s Ariel Tirosh and Eric Feather are handling the exclusive sales and marketing for the building.

Photos courtesy of Evan Joseph

Thoughtfully developed by The Horizon Group, with interiors designed by Brittany Marom Interior Design, the building has been curated from the inside out with a reimagined look of an upscale Bushwick. The façade, private terraces, entrance foyers and detailed finishes embrace the hallmarks of modern and minimalist buildings tailored for today’s lifestyle desires.

Units are available from $655,000 - $1,250,000. Occupancy is anticipated for Spring 2023.

Each home boasts natural light, ceilings heights up to 10’3”, oversized double-pane windows and herringbone patterned flooring throughout. With kitchens featuring quartz countertops, Blomberg stainless-steel appliances, recessed and LED cove lighting creating a warm and modern atmosphere. All units are equipped with split HVAC systems and a washer/dryer. Approximately 90% of the residences have private terraces and Juliet balconies perfect for entertaining.

Amenities include fitness center, yoga studio, pickle-ball/basketball court, dog run, first floor outdoor lounge, roof deck, outdoor kitchen and grill, library, co-working spaces, private conference room, parking available for rent and storage units.

Jefferson Hancock is situated in a lovely neighborhood with tree-lined streets and moments from a variety of restaurants, bars, parks, and the L subway line. The architecture of the project is super high-quality with the developer developing buildings around the neighborhood, creating a community within the area.

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Inside 61 N. Henry, Greenpoint’s Newest Boutique Condo Offering Private Keyed Elevator Access to Each Residence

Perhaps no Brooklyn neighborhood has seen as much change over the past decade as Greenpoint, which has seen the growth of not only numerous luxury waterfront towers, but a slew of high-end boutique condo buildings as well.

Today we visit 61 North Henry Street, which just launched sales this week. Located between Meeker Ave. and Engert Ave. in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, 61 N. Henry boasts six full-floor and duplex condominium residences ranging in size from 1107 to 1865 square feet.  Prices for the luxury homes start at $1,7999,000.

Spacious residences at 61 N. Henry St. boasts private keyed elevator access, large outdoor space/s, floor to ceiling windows with views of the Manhattan skyline, built-in closet systems, owner-controlled multi-zone central air/heat, innovative built-in magnetic modular lighting, and eight-inch-wide white oak plank flooring throughout.  

The building’s 1,865-square-foot garden duplex home features an expansive 500-square-foot private yard and a large multi-room recreation level, while the 1,392-square-foot penthouse offers soaring double-height ceilings and multiple outdoor spaces, including a 1146-square-foot private roof deck.

Spacious open chef’s kitchens at 61 N. Henry St.  are outfitted with integrated appliances by Fisher & Paykel, gas ovens and stoves by Bosch, striking quartz countertops with deep inset stainless-steel sinks and custom cabinetry with ample amount of storage.

Spa-like bathrooms at the boutique condo feature Stone Resin freestanding bathtubs, oversized walk-in showers, custom vanities, and radiant heated floors.

The InHouse Group is the exclusive marketing and sales firm for 61 N. Henry St.  For more information regarding sales or to schedule an appointment, please visit https://www.61northhenry.com; call 917.727.7325; or email inquire@theinhousegroup.com. 

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244 Devoe Launches Sales in Brooklyn's Creative East Williamsburg

The InHouse Group is pleased to announce that sales have officially launched at 244 Devoe Street, East Williamsburg’s newest boutique ground-up condominium development. The recently completed, four-story building has been specifically designed to address buyers’ growing appetite for larger living areas and private outdoor space as they continue to spend more time in the home. Aptly reflecting this demand, 244 Devoe features just four residences, each of which features increased square footage and at least one private outdoor space.

“With people continuing to work, live and entertain in their homes, buyers are rethinking their top priorities, which is greatly impacting design decisions–smart boutique developers have taken notice,” said Robert Earl, co-founder of The InHouse Group, the exclusive sales and marketing firm for the project. “While a long list of amenities can be appealing, what is actually driving sales is increased square footage, access to the outdoors and buildings with fewer total homes. 244 Devoe checks each of these boxes. With these attributes, plus a prime location and competitive pricing, we expect the building to resonate with a range of buyers.”

Intentionally designed and developed to reflect market trends, homes at 244 Devoe are anchored by expansive open floor plans, oversized primary bedrooms and an abundance of outdoor space. The emphasis on indoor-outdoor living is particularly apparent in the strategic decision to outfit each of the two-bedroom, two-bathroom homes with at least one private outdoor area. To further appeal to buyers, each of 244 Devoe’s four apartments feature a distinct floor plan and unique arrangement, which can be further experienced in the building’s two on-site model homes. Pricing for available residences ranges from $1.499M to $1.699M.

The condominium’s single duplex residence spans the ground floor and includes a striking double-tiered garden terrace in order to provide multiple points of indoor outdoor connection. Similarly, the full floor home spanning the third story of the building provides buyers with access to both a private balcony as well as personal rooftop terrace. Like the third floor home, the second floor apartment also includes a private rooftop terrace, while the crowning penthouse features a private roof terrace as well as outdoor cooking station.

244 Devoe’s residences range from 970 to 1,798 square feet and have been elegantly designed to appeal to buyers craving to make New York City their primary home. Hallmarks of each apartment include floor-to-ceiling windows to maximize natural light; oversize primary bedrooms as well as kitchens; and open floor plans ideal for entertaining. The massive kitchens are a chef’s dream and have been outfitted with an abundance of counter  space, custom cabinetry and premium Fisher & Paykel as well as Bosch appliances.

Custom shelving and oversize closets further add to the already robust primary bedrooms, while the en-suite primary bathrooms offer a serene and spa-like aesthetic. Each features a deep-soaking jacuzzi tub, heated floors and modern fixtures. Also meticulously designed, secondary bathrooms feature sleek walk-in showers. To further provide buyers with the utmost convenience as well as ability to curate their lifestyle experience, each home at 244 Devoe also boasts smart temperature controls and a built-in speaker system.

Situated in the heart of Brooklyn’s creative East Williamsburg neighborhood, 244 Devoe offers the rare opportunity to live just a short walk from one of the borough’s most popular areas and thoroughfares, Williamsburg and its pulsing Bedford Avenue, as well as a mere 20-minute train ride to the heart of Manhattan. In addition to being surrounded by some of the area’s most sought-after restaurants, including Reclamation Bar and Newtown, 244 Devoe is also located just steps from the neighborhood’s beloved Cooper Park, further illustrating its emphasis on indoor outdoor living.

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Our Favorite Listing For The Week

Looking for a new place to live or just curious about what's on the market? Check out our favorite home of the week.

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73 82nd Street in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn

Listed by Patrick Lilly of CORE for $5,500,000, this 4,650-square-foot, six-bedroom, four and a half-bathroom single family home in the Bay Ridge is situated on a large 80’x109’ lot. With a beautifully landscaped lawn and backyard, it’s truly an oasis with a large swimming pool, waterfall, fire pit, and a chef’s grill.

The interior renovation by Pierce Allen Design is immaculate and appropriate to the architecture. A grand staircase, wood columns, barrel-vaulted ceilings, tiled fireplaces, inlaid wood floors, and beautiful limestone floors highlight the entry foyer, living room, family room, dining room, and eat-in-kitchen.

One floor down is a temperature-controlled wine grotto with a private dining room, two-car garage, recreation room, full bath with a steam shower, laundry, and excellent storage.

Six bedrooms and three full bathrooms are located on the top two floors including a large primary suite.

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One Prospect Park West Sells Park Slope's Most Expensive Condo

While the pandemic may have pressed pause on sales of trophy penthouses in Manhattan, a new Brooklyn development is leading the charge with a record-setting sale, renewing confidence in the luxury market in the land of the brownstone.

One Prospect Park West, the historic Knights of Columbus clubhouse-turned-luxury-condo in Park Slope that launched sales about 60 days ago, just put into contract the most expensive condo...in Park Slope history.

credit: Binyan Studio

Asking $6.5 million, the penthouse home is not only the most expensive home on the market in the neighborhood, but also, at $2,000/square foot, the most expensive home to ever go into contract in Park Slope. With four bedrooms, four bathrooms and a 1,500-square-foot private terrace, the penthouse represents the kind of home buyers are searching for today: enough space for everyone to relax/work/learn from home, private outdoor space, mere steps from a park, and -- of course -- located in Brooklyn. This impressive sale is a strong sign for the borough during the pandemic, in a time when the city’s luxury market has significantly cooled.

Since launching sales this summer, One Prospect Park West has attracted positive interest from the market and racked up a number of deals across a variety of price points. In addition to the penthouse, Residences 3B and 2K also went into contract in October, which were listed for $2.75M and $1.8M, respectively. Buyers are snapping up the building's spacious homes that offer immediate access to Prospect Park, unprecedented skyline views and timeless design.

One Prospect Park West is the first residential development to feature interiors by WORKSTEAD, the renowned Brooklyn-based design firm, and is a rare new condominium located directly on Prospect Park. Originally built by the Knights of Columbus in 1925, the 10-story building served as a lavish hotel and club for members, replete with a ballroom, restaurant, bowling alley, billiards’ hall, indoor swimming pool, club rooms and council chambers. The building is being developed by Sugar Hill Capital Partners.

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Cohabs The Belgium Coliving Company's 1st US House Opens in Brooklyn Next Month

The Cohabs community in Brussels, which has 488 co-living bedrooms occupied, made it through the pandemic together and now the company plans to do the same in NYC. Their first building in the US will open in Crown Heights Brooklyn this November and they have two more are on the way in 2021 in Harlem, near Columbia and in East Williamsburg respectively.

The first building will be divided into two 7 bedroom houses, with two communal kitchens and two communal living rooms in addition to having a rooftop, gym, storage space, laundry and garden.

The growing global brand, which exemplifies the future of urban living, is coming to New York City with three beautiful and fully furnished houses opening in the next year. Rent begins at $1160 and leases range from three months, to six months, to one year. This first 6,000 square foot, 14-unit community driven space will play host to monthly events, intimate breakfasts and dinners for tenants with the goal of cultivating a strong and dynamic community between cohabitants, while safety is top of mind. Cohabs’ mission is to create a global community through an extraordinary shared living experience and in addition to a life changing mobile app. The demographic of Cohabs overseas is 21-35 year old, single expats and locals alike, who are willing to experiment with coliving and who share similar values, whether it’s growing their food organically, or composting waste.

Unsure about a co-living space in the time of COVID? Rest assure all staff members will be masked and daily temperature checks for employees will take place. Proper air filtration systems are currently in place. The move-in process has been adapted with reinforced sanitary and safety measures. Every Cohabs member will receive a washable face mask to use in communal spaces. And Cohabs goes the extra mile by providing a doctor's hotline for added support and peace of mind.

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Brooklyn’s One Prospect Park West Launches Sales

Brooklyn’s One Prospect Park West, the first residential development designed by Workstead—the renowned Brooklyn-based design studio known for its hospitality spaces such as Williamsburg’s iconic Wythe Hotel and Hudson’s Rivertown Lodge—has officially launched sales.

Built in 1925 by the Knights of Columbus, the 10-story Classical Revival building overlooks Grand Army Plaza and Prospect Park and, for nearly 40 years, served as a clubhouse and hotspot for society events in Park Slope, one of Brooklyn's most affluent neighborhoods. The lavish club featured a ballroom, hotel rooms for members and guests, a restaurant, a bowling alley, a billiards’ hall, an indoor swimming pool, club rooms and council chambers.

Now, developer Sugar Hill Capital Partners is carefully renovating and converting the building into a rare residential condominium located directly on Prospect Park, with interiors by Workstead. The building offers 64 residences with over 40 unique floor plans featuring locally-sourced design details that create the perfect balance between pre-war and modern design. These hallmarks include arched entryways, hand-laid reclaimed pinewood flooring, custom crown molding, custom Waterworks fixtures and large windows framing views of Prospect Park and the New York City skyline. One Prospect Park West will also feature Workstead's new line of custom lighting, the Park Collection, which has been inspired by the development.

Pricing for current availability begins at $2.395M for a two-bedroom, two-bath home. Sales are being handled by a Douglas Elliman Development Marketing team led by Doug Bowen and Patty LaRocco.

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