Alchemy Juice bar is the kind of place that you are going to wish that you knew about earlier. You might have even driven past it already and seen it's distinguishable sign with the gigantic carrot on it and wondered what that was about, but not ventured inside yet.
Well, Alchemy is one of those places that is hard to label, and that's one of the great things about it. I really don't like labeling things, places or people because it limits their chance for change and growth. Alchemy just flat out refuses to be static. Since I first started visiting the cafe, they have gone through countless transformations from the atmosphere, to the menu to the events and organizations that they are involved with. But it is precisely this energy that continues to evolve that keeps me and the other patrons coming back for more. The owner, Imani seems to have an unending supply of new ideas.
From the carrot symbol mentioned earlier, you might have already figured out that this is a vegetarian restaurant. They are fairly well known for their signature Alchemist Wrap. It contains "yamps baked to perfection, spread on a sprouted ezekial wrap and served with roasted red peppers, avocado, kalamatta olives and toasted sesame seeds." But one of my favorite things is to head over for lunch and grab one of the ever changing Veggie Bowl with Steamed Greens. I mean, where else can you get a $6 lunch option with whole grains in the Hartford area? For you raw foodies, Imani has opened a raw food bar in the back of the cafe where you can order the daily creations, and also come in to take cooking classes.
In addition to the many events (too many for this blog posting, but please check out their website for all the info), they also have an Eco Boutique where they sell things like vintage bikes that have been repaired, and things for your home. They host Monday night movies on various topics. They run a food co-op and have a garden on a nearby street where they get youth involved in learning to grow and live sustainably. This really is just a taste of everything happening there. Trust me, there is a lot going on at Alchemy. Stop by for lunch or dinner and you will be glad that you did. The vibe is relaxed, the food will nourish you, and you will leave the stress behind you and step into a calmer, healthier state of being.
Address: 201 New Britain Ave, Hartford, CT.
Ph. (860) 246-5700
Website: www.alchemyjuicebar.com
Open: Thursday-Sunday
From the carrot symbol mentioned earlier, you might have already figured out that this is a vegetarian restaurant. They are fairly well known for their signature Alchemist Wrap. It contains "yamps baked to perfection, spread on a sprouted ezekial wrap and served with roasted red peppers, avocado, kalamatta olives and toasted sesame seeds." But one of my favorite things is to head over for lunch and grab one of the ever changing Veggie Bowl with Steamed Greens. I mean, where else can you get a $6 lunch option with whole grains in the Hartford area? For you raw foodies, Imani has opened a raw food bar in the back of the cafe where you can order the daily creations, and also come in to take cooking classes.
In addition to the many events (too many for this blog posting, but please check out their website for all the info), they also have an Eco Boutique where they sell things like vintage bikes that have been repaired, and things for your home. They host Monday night movies on various topics. They run a food co-op and have a garden on a nearby street where they get youth involved in learning to grow and live sustainably. This really is just a taste of everything happening there. Trust me, there is a lot going on at Alchemy. Stop by for lunch or dinner and you will be glad that you did. The vibe is relaxed, the food will nourish you, and you will leave the stress behind you and step into a calmer, healthier state of being.
Address: 201 New Britain Ave, Hartford, CT.
Ph. (860) 246-5700
Website: www.alchemyjuicebar.com
Open: Thursday-Sunday
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