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Freddy Fixer Festival & Parade

May 31, 2023

New Haven is a city steeped in rich history, as  The New York Times highlighted earlier this year. Our history is a patchwork fabric of cultures and identities, coming together to form one collective haven. Established in 1962 by Dixwell neighborhood organizers, the parade honors the community’s shared goal of neighborhood beautification. Freddy Fixer is nationally recognized as the oldest Black American parade in the northeast. In 2023, the parade resumed after a three-year hiatus, with a celebration spanning over three days featuring a kick-off meet and greet, neighborhood festival , and official parade.

A Conversation with Caffe Bravo’s Giovanni Morra

April 27, 2023

A true taste of Italy exists here in New Haven, and it’s just behind the doors of Caffe Bravo. A hidden gem of the East Rock neighborhood, Caffe Bravo serves up fresh pasta and delicious Italian eats, from New York Style Calamari to rich Burrata Pomodorini. This month, we caught up with Giovanni Morra, Owner and Head Chef of Caffe Bravo to chat all things culinary. Culinary Beginnings: “I learned from and worked under Chef Marco Giuliano at Strega in Branford. He is an amazing Italian chef from Naples, Italy, which is also where I am from. He guided me and taught... View Article

Walk New Haven Tours

April 27, 2023

When The New York Times recently featured New Haven as a top destination for 2023, one of the gems in that crown was our city’s walkability. Between our distinct neighborhoods and sprawling historic Green, the sidewalks of our city tell many stories. This month, spend an afternoon with Walk New Haven, who lead cultural heritage tours across the Green and back. Although certain buildings and facades of our city’s history no longer stand, their stories remain. Walk New Haven offers self-guided walking, biking, and driving tours which unravel the stories of the pre-1970 experiences, contributions and hardships faced in New... View Article

New Haven Night Market: May 2023

April 27, 2023

Snackers, minglers, and explorers alike – listen up! The New Haven Night Market returns Friday, May 12 from 5-10 PM. This neighborhood favorite event is open to all ages, free to attend and pet-friendly. Join us in exploring the northwest side of Chapel Street, tasting treats from local eateries like Menya Gumi & Tacos Los Gordos, shopping at the Strange Ways Flair Fair Pop-Up, sipping beers on Trinity’s patio in Pitkin Plaza, and listening to the sounds of The Nu Haven Kapelye (yiddish for “band”). This year, there’s even more to love. For the first time, the Night Market will expand beyond its... View Article

Cinco de Mayo and Mother’s Day

April 27, 2023

Cinco de Mayo Looking for Cinco de Mayo margs and elote? Visit Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill to join in the holiday fun. The bar and grill will continue their holiday tradition with lively music, exclusive food and drink specials, a new to-go margarita kit, and more. Mother’s Day Call your mother, it’s time for dinner. Mother’s Day is May 14, and you can spend the day together dining at some of New Haven’s top restaurants. Il Gabbiano is serving up a menu that is more than Mother’s Day-worthy, along with some of the best waterfront views in New Haven. Union League Cafe... View Article

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Downtown Spotlight: idiom boutique and dwell new haven’s Kimberly Pedrick

March 30, 2023

Beginning her fashion career at Lord & Taylor and Neiman Marcus in Boston, Kimberly Pedrick owns Downtown New Haven’s  idiom boutique and dwell new haven. She brings her expertise, style and curated collection of goods to the Elm City’s retail community.  The owner’s favorite shopping destination? Chapel Street – home to many independently owned shops and restaurants. See what else she had to say about style and shopping in New Haven. On style: “The colors and textures of the seasons inspire me. Living in CT, I embrace our ever-changing landscape and temperatures. I love to bring in linen and fun... View Article

Rock to Rock Earth Day Ride 2023

March 30, 2023

From East Rock to West Rock bike riders celebrate the city’s bikeability for the 15th Annual Rock to Rock Earth Day Ride  on Saturday, April 29th. This impactful event supports local environmental organizations and brings neighbors and visitors together to bike through New Haven’s most beautiful green spaces, from our city’s two highest summits. Not an expert biker? This event has a bike route for everyone. Choose from the metric century (60 miles), 40 mile, 20-mile, 12 mile, East Rock base-to-summit ride, two mile family rides, or hike around the base of East Rock. Choose your own adventure and save the earth.

Wooster Square Cherry Blossom Festival 2023

March 30, 2023

New Haven’s annual Cherry Blossom Festival returns to the Wooster Square Park on Sunday, April 16. This time-honored and resident-loved festival is a celebration of a seed planted 50 years ago – many, many, seeds actually. In 1973, the NewHaven Historic Commission and the New Haven Parks Department worked together to plant 72 Yoshino Japanese Cherry Blossom trees in Wooster Square. Come out and join us this year to mingle under the Cherry Blossoms!

New Haven Restaurant Week Spring 2023

March 30, 2023

Snackers and sommeliers, listen up! New Haven Restaurant Week returns April 16-21, featuring more than 20 of our award-winning and internationally diverse restaurants. Participating restaurants will offer a special pre-fixe multi-course menus and exclusive savings deals. Looking for a taste of Restaurant Week Spring 2023? Restaurants new to the promotion this spring include 9 Squared, 80 Proof, Il Gabbiano, and John Davenport’s. This event draws diners from every corner of Connecticut and tables fill up quickly, so be sure to book a reservation! 🍽 Be sure to follow all the NHRW action at #NewHavenRestaurantWeek

Valentine’s Day 2023

February 1, 2023

Valentine’s Day in #NHV Attention foodies and lovers, Valentine’s Day [February 14th] falls on a Tuesday this year. Here are some tips for celebrating love and scoring a reservation in downtown New Haven. 👬 Plan ahead. There’s nothing more romantic than a well-considered plan, right? 👫 Make reservations. To our previous point, there is nothing less romantic than a 45 minute wait. 👭 Think outside the [heart-shaped] box. Plan to celebrate the Friday, Saturday, or Sunday leading up to the holiday. 💕 We’ve put together a few ideas for every type of Valentine experience in downtown. Find them over on the info new haven... View Article