Hamilton Heights' coffeehouse, bookstore and kazbah called GlobeTrippin is the cozy neighborhood amenity in West Harlem that is a must for those who are visiting or just getting acquainted with their neighborhood. The space is on the cozy side but has that warm brick wall ambiance that one expects from a classic coffeehouse. As the name suggests, there's a bit of international flair here, especially with coffees and teas from around the world. Tea flavors such as Indonesian Lemon, Korean Ginger, Moroccan Mint, Tahitian Nut, Jamaican Mint, Iranian Pomegranate, and Ethiopian Spice are a standout for this cafe uptown. There's a small selection of books offered and the pastries and savory selections change every day. Shepherd’s Pie or Salmon Quiche anyone? GlobeTrippin is located on 1689 Amsterdam Avenue, between 143rd St and Hamilton Place. Tel.(917) 860-0237. Nearest subways are the 1 or A,B,C,D train at 145th Street. Photo by Ulysses. www.globetrippin.com
Friday, December 11, 2009
☞ EAT: Globe Trippin in Hamilton Heights
Hamilton Heights' coffeehouse, bookstore and kazbah called GlobeTrippin is the cozy neighborhood amenity in West Harlem that is a must for those who are visiting or just getting acquainted with their neighborhood. The space is on the cozy side but has that warm brick wall ambiance that one expects from a classic coffeehouse. As the name suggests, there's a bit of international flair here, especially with coffees and teas from around the world. Tea flavors such as Indonesian Lemon, Korean Ginger, Moroccan Mint, Tahitian Nut, Jamaican Mint, Iranian Pomegranate, and Ethiopian Spice are a standout for this cafe uptown. There's a small selection of books offered and the pastries and savory selections change every day. Shepherd’s Pie or Salmon Quiche anyone? GlobeTrippin is located on 1689 Amsterdam Avenue, between 143rd St and Hamilton Place. Tel.(917) 860-0237. Nearest subways are the 1 or A,B,C,D train at 145th Street. Photo by Ulysses. www.globetrippin.com
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Its so true-what goes around comes around in a good way!
ReplyDeleteAs a little girl attending Our Lady of Lourdes at w.143st off Amsterdam Ave near Hamiton Place, I used to pass by a store located on the s/e corner of W.144st and Amsterdam Ave.
This store had large burlap bags on the floor full of a large variety of nuts, coffee beans and there were also a wide assortment of teas.
I remember the owner of the store being what we used to call back then a "Chinaman" who I believe wore his traditional pajama-like garb.
He always had his door open, and as I walked pass the aroma of roasting coffee beans would waft into the street.
If time permitted I would take a peek insde sometimes going in to marvel at the old-fashioned scales used to measure the nuts teas and coffee. It seemed to me that the store had a pleasant dim golden lighting, adding to the feeling of being in a shop of wonderous curiosities.
It seemed so old world and other worldly.I could feel the world of the early 1960's fade away when I entered the shop and smelled the fragrance of its goods.
When I was a little older I joined the other kids in buying 1/4lb bags of nuts to enjoy as a snack on the way home.
I recall the older Asian owner as being quiet and self-contained. I dont even know if he spoke English but we all were able to communicate with him.
How fitting that a shop featuring exotic teas and other things of the world should open up near the old nut shop that I would visit on my way to school.
Thank you so much Sissy. We love it when folks who remember the neighborhood way back when write in and provide some first hand history. Hope you get to come back and visit if you haven't done so already.
ReplyDeleteUlysses, thanks for the comment. I so still have West Harlem/Hamilton Heights on my mind and I do come around every now and then.
ReplyDeleteI also had posted a comment on P.S.186 back on 10/27/09 as anonymous (my daughter has now hipped me to how to post comments under my moniker "Sissy" which is a derivative of a childhood nickmame).
I have also made a recent comment on the school. I very much hope that this building be used for the benefit of the community. I agree wholeheartedly on your comments on affordable housing.
While I do hope that there is more affordable housing I do know that oftentimes the the housing being built benefits those whose need is not as great as the present residents.
I have a lot more stories of how the nabe was as I grew up there and roamed from "river to river" from downtown to uptown but Harlem is forever on my mind.
Thanks once more Sissy for your insight and support. We hope to hear more from you especially if any of the historical stuff starts ringing bells!
ReplyDeleteI love this place!!! Georgia, the owner, makes all of the food from scratch every day. Amazing desserts and fantastic lunch/dinner options too. I am addicted to her desserts and the ginger tea! Please support this local business! These places can't compete with the likes of Starbucks unless we share our dollars with them.
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