Back in the Saddle: BKLink

Another weekend away from Brooklyn. I'm really starting to miss you little borough. My trip to San Francisco wasn't for pleasure, but we did get to stop for a fab al pastor burrito at El Farolito (mmm the spicy meat--thanks, commenters, for the suggestion) and some lovely pastries at Tartine Bakery. Since I haven't actually been in Brooklyn in about four days, I thought I'd educate myself and bring back an occasional feature, BKLink.

NYState agency OKs Ratner complex Reuters
Tons of coverage of rally to oppose complex DopeontheSlope
NYDailyNews thinks Rosie Perez is rich and full of it
Village Voice has a great mug of Ratner
American Booksellers Association comes to BKLYN in '07 NYSun
Gothamist asks this burning question: "Is there any place in the world as varied, beautiful, and interesting as Brooklyn (besides Manhattan, of course)?"
Gowanus "really blowing up"; also hotel opening there NY1
The best place for Mexican food in Brooklyn 423Smith
He'Brew is partially responsible for me breaking my finger; also they have a new beer BrooklynRecord
List of New York hotels with pools NewYorkology
Cool off at city pools in Brooklyn Gowanus Lounge