LeGrand Coffee House to open in Woodbridge on Saturday

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• Adam Korsak breaks down new Rutgers football punter Jakob Anderson
• Events
• Rutgers athletic director Pat Hobbs and Rutgers football head coach Greg Schiano
• Downtown development
• Former Rutgers football player Eric LeGrand opens coffee shop in hometown
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• Community Goods

The five-acre redevelopment will be a mixed-use facility that consists of 232 residential apartments and 12,000 square feet of retail space. In short, we aim to be The Best of New Jersey, All in One Place. More specifically, we are a lifestyle and tourism website showcasing all the things that make our state so great. Every time you visit Best of NJ, you'll find stories, events, and businesses that highlight and exemplify Garden State greatness. From our Original Series spotlighting NJ Vocabulary and Historic Landmarks, to our Statewide Events Calendar; to our Business Directory full of the best local eateries, entertainment and services. We are your one-stop shop for where to go, what to do, and why New Jersey is the best!

Adam Korsak breaks down new Rutgers football punter Jakob Anderson

The interior seats up to 40 guests, in addition to some tables and chairs on pavers outside. After hours, the shop plans to host open mic events, book clubs, and charity events. LeGrand Coffee House’s online storefront opened just a couple weeks ago to spectacular sales out of the gate, and LeGrand plans on opening a retail location in his hometown of New Jersey this summer. People, especially in Central Jersey, are familiar with LeGrand’s background. The former Colonia High School football star went on to play at Rutgers University. In a game against Army on Oct. 16, 2010, he suffered a spinal cord injury making a tackle that has left him paralyzed.

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“We have Starbucks and Dunkin but there’s no mom and pop coffee shop in Woodbridge. The people here always supported me, so this is something I wanted to do. They put their trust in me and know when I go after something, I am really going to put my full effort into it,” said LeGrand who took on a space inside a new residential development on Green Street steps from the train station. Prepare to stay awhile at Mandarin Coffee in Pasadena, which is located at the Burlington Arcade’s glass-covered courtyard. This Asian and woman-owned cafe offers a seating area as enjoyable as the espresso drinks, like the cappuccino made with espresso and sweetened coconut cream.

Rutgers athletic director Pat Hobbs and Rutgers football head coach Greg Schiano

And during the divisive early days of the pandemic, his mind turned to the caffeinated beverage because of its unifying nature. This coffee is everything you need when you wake up in the morning. The moment the coffee touches the cup, you can instantly smell how rich and intense this coffee is! One taste and its not just a light cup of coffee that does the work of coffee, it’s a coffee that will be enjoyed with every single sip. It is a cafe but also a community space that hosts special events.

Downtown development

Last May, NJBIZ documented LeGrand’s journey of becoming a small business owner in New Jersey. While the LeGrand Opening marked a triumphant moment for Woodbridge’s favorite son, it certainly did not come without challenges. Deciding to focus exclusively on the online sales turned out to be absolutely the right call. In just two weeks, LeGrand Coffee House has been consistently flooded with orders.

Former Rutgers football player Eric LeGrand opens coffee shop in hometown

Try the teas, espressos, and lavender lattes from 7 a.m. For those not near Hollywood, find additional locations in Exposition Park, Baldwin Hills, and Jefferson Park/West Adams. If headed to Community Goods during busy hours, settle into the line with a book or a podcast. The queue is consistent, as are the stellar coffee drinks like the einspänner latte with sweetened cream, cocoa powder, double espresso, and a pinch of salt.

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We are all going through some extraordinarily difficult times right now, and Eric hopes to remind everyone of how important it is to maintain a positive mindset despite what circumstances you may be facing. The launch of LeGrand Coffee House is so much more than simply opening a coffee shop. It is a reminder that we can accomplish anything if we set our heart, mind and focus on that goal.

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Our Colombia coffee is a single-origin medium roast with hints of red apple and orange mixed with a milk chocolate flavor. The Oaxacan mocha is the most popular drink at BLVD MRKT’s Cafe Santo. This Oaxacan coffee bar is stationed right at the entry to the shipping container food hall and serves brioche french toast, breakfast sandwiches, and quiche as well. A local favorite, Rose Park Roasters has three locations throughout Long Beach. If ordering from the Fourth Street outlet, take a seat and enjoy the floor-to-ceiling windows and house-made pastries. Find beer and wine by the can or bottle at the Pine Street location.

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A variety of our coffees are available now through our online shop. No matter where you are in the United States (sorry, no international orders), you can have our savory and aromatic coffees delivered right to your front door. Below is a quick round-up of cafes that have either recently opened, or are very close to pouring strong cups of coffee throughout Southern California. Over the last few months, a big new crop of caffeine-focused cafes have opened throughout Southern California. It certainly qualifies as a boom in coffee-loving Los Angeles, where locally owned cafes are often chosen over corporate chains, thanks to their creative menus that celebrate the beloved espresso bean. “I have no doubt that when other retail stores and restaurants heard about Eric LeGrand being here first, it had to have helped the rest of the development move a lot quicker,” McCormac said.

In October 2010, LeGrand sustained a spinal cord injury at his C3 and C4 vertebrae while playing football for Rutgers University. Since that life-altering incident occurred, he has become a worldwide source of inspiration whose message of positivity has influenced a countless number of people throughout the world. Additionally, LeGrand has developed an incredible business and professional acumen, becoming an established entrepreneur, motivational speaker, sports analyst, philanthropist and author. In October 2010, Eric LeGrand sustained a spinal cord injury at his C3 and C4 vertebrae while playing football for Rutgers University. Since that life-altering incident occurred, he has become a worldwide source of inspiration whose message of positivity has influenced a countless number of people throughout the globe.

The colorful facade, warm interior, and honey lavender lattes are what make Bloom & Plume one of LA’s most stylish coffee bars. Co-owner Maurice Harris has ample skill as an artist and floral designer and obsesses over both in his Historic Filipinotown cafe. Food is available too, including gluten-free vegan doughnuts and a bacon biscuit sandwich. Culver City's modernist Cognoscenti Coffee started in 2009 and is staffed by friendly baristas who know everything about coffee. Cognoscenti doesn’t use fancy drink names and focuses on producing quality drip coffee, cappuccino, lattes, and cold brew in the Fashion District, Downtown LA, and Culver City.

For more Best of NJ content, follow us on Facebook and Instagram, or sign up for our Weekly Newsletter. In July 2020, he began developing the idea for a coffee shop, but came across delays due to the supply chain, construction and inflation. On Saturday, May 14, the LeGrand Coffee House will finally open in Woodbridge. Many people have asked LeGrand why he would open a small business in the midst of a pandemic and during so much economic uncertainty. Well, once his heart was set on launching his own coffee brand, there was no disability or pandemic capable of standing in his way. He then hired Bellissimo coffee consultants out of Portland and immersed himself in the industry and the product.

Highly Likely keeps things light during daytime hours with breakfast and lunch fare, plus a robust coffee menu prepared by Dayglow’s Emily Elmore from 8 a.m. Coffee drinks are available any time of day and are best enjoyed on the pleasant patio if the weather permits. Though the coffee drinks are the specialty at Tilt, the matcha and other tea offerings are extensive. Located on the bottom floor of the Medallion apartments, Tilt is the place for coffee enthusiasts who crave good service and are in the mood for a strong single-origin cold brew.