November 03, 2005
Belas Artes to Open on Saturday
In the McKinley Heights space formerly occupied by Marty's Baking, Belas Artes is planning an opening this Saturday, Nov. 5.
Here's some info from the cafe's site, compliments of proprietor Cileia Miranda-Yuen:
Belas Artes is a trendy café & multicultural center with an art gallery that promotes world and local art. It is a space to relax, meet international folks and learn about global cultures. Belas Artes Coffee Shop has four thematic rooms featuring different cultures: “Afro-Latin," “Middle-Eastern-Indian," “Zen” and “Western Contemporary." Our patio is also another pleasant space with tables among planters making you feel like being in the middle of a park.
The coffeehouse is found at 1854 Russell, at Mississippi. Hours will be 6:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m., weekdays; and 7:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., weekends.
We went yesterday evening, based on this tip right here in 52nd City, and loved the place and its tasty offerings. We'll be back. I had been waiting and hoping that some place actually inviting would end up in the old (drab) Marty's space. This is it.
Posted by Michael on Mon., Nov 7, 2005 at 10:13 AM