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Vol. 17, No. 25
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June 28, 2017
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Growing City, Growing Businesses New and exciting storefronts are By opening throughout Pensacola as Tanner Yea the city continues to experience Rusted significant growth. Whether it’s Arrow a new restaurant, brewery, fast Mercantile 130 Palafox Pl food joint or boutique, there is If you’re looking to always something fresh to check redesign your home or apartment with a vintage out in the city. We’ve rounded up feel – one made of resa handful of businesses around cued and restored classic Pensacola that are open or soon furniture and findings – then Rusted Arrow Merto open, so be sure to check cantile at 130 Palafox Place is the place to look. them out. No matter what your “We go out hunting for Ruth Cornelius and Samantha Breedlove of Rusted Arrow Mercantile tastes or interests are, there is quality furniture pieces at antique shops, flea marwith her mother – the source Reeves has teamed up and E. Scott Street. something here for everyone.» Nothing Bundt Cakes, Starbucks and Jimmy John’s
501 E Gregory Street A new triple-suite commercial building on East Gregory has finished construction, and its residents are set to move in and set up soon. Nothing Bundt Cakes, Starbucks and Jimmy John’s already have their signs up—it is just a matter of moving into the space. Jimmy John’s and Starbucks do not have any special features aside from their location. Jimmy John’s has several locations throughout the city, but many are uptown. The same applies for Starbucks, though they have more locations towards UWF. These downtown locations will make it easier
to pick up a quick sandwich or a hot coffee while headed to the office—or a pit stop during your weekend ramblings. Nothing Bundt Cake is a new offering for Pensacola, however. A custom bakery that specializes in Bundt cakes, the ingredients are always fresh and of the highest quality. Their cakes will come in a variety of shapes – from tiered to ‘Bundtinis’ – as well as classic flavors like red velvet, cinnamon swirl and chocolate. Though they do not have a prospective open date as of yet, work on the building is proceeding quickly and is gearing up to be a one-stopshop for the lunch rush. For more information on any of these businesses, visit nothingbundtcakes.com, starbucks.com or jimmyjohns. com.
A rendering of the Perfect Plain Brewing Co. storefront
kets and private sales,” said Samantha Breedlove, who co-owns the store with her mother Ruth Cornelius. “We look for and see what is beyond and recognize what can be. Having that vision is our first step.” The restoration process for the furniture Breedlove and Cornelius pick involves cleaning up imperfections, painting, distressing and then a final wax for preservation. In addition to boutique items, tables, chairs and so on, Rusted Arrow also produces hand-painted designs and fabric applications. Aside from the wide array of upcycled furnishings Rusted Arrow provides, they also do custom work for clients who bring in vintage furniture they would like restored. Breedlove has been working with vintage furniture for years in Saint Petersburg, and decided to open a store in Pensacola
of her drive and passion. “Our goal is to continue our growth and keep up with our customers needs and trends. We love the opportunity it has given us to meet our amazing customers – local and visitors – and hear their stories,” said Breedlove. “The Pensacola community is so inviting, never have we felt so welcome.” For more information on Rusted Arrow Mercantile, visit rustedarrowmercantile. com or stop by the store, open at 10 am every day (11 am on Sundays.)
Perfect Plain Brewing Co.
50 E Garden St The craft beer industry has been growing for quite a few years, and though Pensacola has a few breweries to its name, it hasn’t reached the heights of cities like Asheville or St. Petersburg. DC Reeves hopes to widen the Pensacola beer scene with the opening of Perfect Plain Brewing Co., soon to open at 50 E Garden St. “The craft beer world first hit in Asheville and Portland,” said Reeves, who is the co-founder/owner of Perfect Plain. “I was a sports writer for years, and I used to joke that if seeing the game was the first best thing, then getting a drink afterwards was the second.”
with long-time friend Reed Odeneal to start Perfect Plain. The final design will have a 10-barrel brewing system that is open to the bar, along with a rotating selection of eight to twelve custom brews. “We know that dark, bitter beers may not work in a hot climate like ours,” said Reeves. “But we want to push the envelope. We want to introduce Pensacola to things they are doing in Asheville that no one else is doing.” Reeves said the main goal of Perfect Plain is not to simply be a good brewery, but a great customerservice focused business that sells beer. “Our ultimate goal is to build and grow together – both the local beer community and downtown. We’re very excited.” Perfect Plain Brewing Co is set to open in fall 2017, though renovations on the building are set to start in June. For more information, visit perfectplain.com
Brew Ha Ha
2435 N 12th Ave East Hill has always been a thriving neighborhood that has had its share of history and uniqueness. Angela Walker hopes to continue on this tradition by opening Brew Ha Ha – an eatery, bar and event space located on the corner of N 12th Ave
“I have had the idea for quite some time, and now that my children are grown, I have the time and energy to pursue this dream of creating a backdrop where neighbors become friends,” said Walker, Brew Ha Ha’s owner. “I have always had a penchant for storytelling, history and being the life of the party. Combine those three traits and ta-dah, my fifth child – Brew Ha Ha – is born.” Brew Ha Ha will have a diverse selection of drinks, food and events throughout the year. Its most notable trait, however, is its tribute to Pensacola history. The northern outside wall is painted with a massive mural of a Pensacola postcard, and the inside will feature renditions of famous landmarks such as the graffiti bridge. “I’m transparent by nature, and so I’ll tell you I’ve been overwhelmed by the gracious embrace of the Pensacola community. When I see people enjoying themselves, it brings me deep felt joy,” said Walker. Brew Ha Ha will open its doors in early fall, but for the time being you can enjoy the murals that adorn the outside walls. For more information, visit brewhahapensacola.com.