We first met Archestratus when our green rooftop partner, Eagle Street Rooftop Farm (the Farm), reached out to this hip shop in Greenpoint to add their produce to the list of provisions sold at the shop.  When the Farm was unable to open their rooftop farmers market due to the coronavirus, Archestratus welcomed the produce from the Farm with open arms.  Well we just had to learn more about this local establishment, so we say welcome Archestratus to our Business Spotlight!

Archestratus is a place for books (about food and drink) and food.  The store’s namesake was an ancient Greek poet who left behind verses on what he loved to eat, especially the fish and the seafood of Sicily. Business owner Paige Lipari’s heritage hails from Sicily and she brings her Italian passion to everything at Archestratus.  On any given day, you can find imported coffee, specialty Italian dry goods, like dried pasta, an excellent selection of cookbooks and an array of other books about food, as well as gifty things including journals and planners.  It’s truly a vast and interesting collection that you simply must explore. 

When the pandemic hit, they knew they needed to make some changes in order to safely serve their clientele. They decided to establish an online store for books, added grocery items and fresh produce, which has been quite popular. Boxes of organic vegetables from nearby farms, and fresh provisions like mozzarella cheese, prepared salads, and cold and hot drinks are also available. They even provide information about virtual food related events. The café is open, but for pick-up only. Check them out online, or safely in person at 160 Huron Street in Greenpoint. If you are looking for something fun and nourishing – for the mind, body and soul, check out Archestratus and tell them that Broadway Stages send you.