{"id":281423,"date":"2026-06-29T18:45:47","date_gmt":"2026-06-29T18:45:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/281423\/"},"modified":"2026-06-29T18:45:47","modified_gmt":"2026-06-29T18:45:47","slug":"celebrating-caribbean-heritage-month-sweet-sundays-cafe-opens-second-brooklyn-location","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/281423\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrating Caribbean Heritage Month, Sweet Sundays Caf\u00e9 opens second Brooklyn location"},"content":{"rendered":"

With a previous location located in Flatbush, Sweet Sundays Caf\u00e9 & Eatery<\/a> is expanding its footprint in Brooklyn with the grand opening of its second location at 1034 Nostrand Avenue, marking both a business expansion and a meaningful celebration during Caribbean American Heritage Month.<\/p>\n

The new caf\u00e9<\/a> officially opened on Saturday, June 20, in the Prospect Lefferts Gardens neighborhood, bringing the brand\u2019s signature breakfast, brunch, lunch, and catering services to a new community. This addition marks a significant milestone for the growing local business, which has built a loyal following for its welcoming atmosphere and diverse menu offerings.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The opening introduced customers to standout menu items that quickly became favorites, including the Kremas French Toast, Kremas Latte, and Kremas Chai Latte. The French Toast and the Signature Drinks highlight Haitian culinary influence through kremas (or cremas), a traditional Haitian holiday drink made with coconut, sweetened milk, warm spices, citrus zest, and rum. The customers at the opening praised the unique flavor profile, describing it as richer, creamier, and distinctly reflective of Haitian tradition.<\/p>\n

\u201cI think it\u2019s very delicious,\u201d one customer said while trying the Kremas French Toast. \u201cI can taste the difference, it\u2019s creamier, kind of a thicker sweetness, almost like cake sweetness.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"ServingServing food at the grand opening of Sweet Sundays Caf\u00e9 & Eatery\u2019s second location.Orlande Fleury<\/p>\n

For the Caribbean owners Debbie Louis and Felix Cesar, the expansion is both a business achievement and a cultural celebration. For the occasion to take place during Caribbean American Heritage Month adds additional meaning, as the caf\u00e9 showcases Caribbean flavors and honors the community\u2019s heritage through its menu and presence in Brooklyn.<\/p>\n

\u201cTwo and a half years ago, we opened our doors with a dream rooted in community, culture, and the belief that food brings people together,\u201d Debbie Louis and Felix Cesar said in a statement. \u201cWhether it\u2019s a traditional NYC staple like a Bacon Egg and Cheese, a Haitian American twist like a Griot Panini, or our viral Kremas Latte, every dish we serve represents a corner of our identity. Food is the heartbeat of our culture, and we have poured our hearts into proving it. As we celebrate Caribbean Heritage Month, we are proud to open our second location. As a husband-and-wife duo, this milestone is a testament to every guest who made us feel at home, every ancestor whose recipes live on in our kitchen, and every flavor that raised us. This isn\u2019t just a new location, it\u2019s the legacy we are building together.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"PatronsPatrons dine at Sweet Sundays Caf\u00e9 & Eatery.Orlande Fleury<\/p>\n

In attendance at the event were Council Member Farah Louis; District Leader Anthony Beckford; Josue Pierre, co-founder of Rogers Burgers; Ethan Norville, chair of Brooklyn Community Board 9; and Randy Peers, president and CEO of the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, alongside other supporters from the community.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is more than a business expansion; this is a testament to vision, perseverance, and the power of community and support,\u201d Louis said in a statement at the Grand Opening of Sweet Sundays Caf\u00e9. \u201cWhen I think about Sweet Sundays<\/a>, I think about a comfortable place for the community to fellowship while enjoying a tasty meal and Felix\u2019s favorite Kremas Chai Latte that people travel from Long Island just to experience.\u201d<\/p>\n

Beckford presented the owners of Sweet Sundays Caf\u00e9 with a Certificate of Recognition in honor of the grand opening of their second location. It is a tribute that recognizes the caf\u00e9\u2019s expansion as \u201ca clear example of business development and Black ownership.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cBusiness ownership is powerful. Today we\u2019re not just cutting a ribbon, we are opening a door of opportunity for the business and for all the people that work here,\u201d Louis said.<\/p>\n

\"JosueJosue Pierre, Farah Lous, and Anthony Beckford outside of Sweet Sundays Caf\u00e9 and Eatery.Orlande Fleury<\/p>\n

Pierre said Rogers Burgers celebrated\u00a0opening of Sweet Sunday\u2019s second location \u201cbecause we believe deeply in supporting fellow Flatbush-born businesses.\u201d <\/p>\n

\u201cTheir growth is a reminder that our neighborhoods value quality food, exceptional customer service, and entrepreneurs who invest in their communities,\u201d Pierre said. \u201cEvery small business success story creates jobs, inspires others, and strengthens Brooklyn as a whole.\u201d<\/p>\n

The extension comes at a time of significant change in Flatbush and surrounding neighborhoods, where residents have raised concerns about redevelopment and the closure of longtime small businesses. Over the past year, several small businesses have shut down or been displaced, and many community members say these shifts are reshaping the character and culture of the neighborhood.<\/p>\n

In contrast, Sweet Sundays\u2019 growth stands out as a symbol of resilience and opportunity for Black-owned businesses in Brooklyn. While many local entrepreneurs face challenges tied to rising rents and redevelopment pressures, the caf\u00e9\u2019s rise represents continued investment in the community and a commitment to staying rooted in Brooklyn\u2019s evolving landscape.<\/p>\n

The owners say the goal remains simple: more coffee, more flavor, and more Sweet Sundays for Brooklyn.\n<\/p>\n