There’s never a dull moment when it comes to new businesses in the Mile Square, and today is no exception. Signage was just spotted uptown near bwè kafe in Hoboken near 14th and Adams for a new bakeshop located at 404 14th Street. The awning in question is for Ivory Baking Co., which is already displayed outside of the location, the old Fruiti Fi smoothie shop (and previously, the old Two01 Hair location — now at 8th and Grand Street). Read on for what we know so far about this new Hoboken bakery.
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What We Know
According to its website, Ivory Baking Co. is a custom cakes, cookies, and cupcakes baking company with roots in Northern New Jersey that debuted in 2021. On its Instagram, designs of custom birthday and other event desserts abound — including a custom Coach cake for Megan Thee Stallion.
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The Hoboken shop will primarily have custom orders and pre-order menu items — including cakes, cookies, and seasonal desserts — with limited retail hours and ready-to-go treats in the spring and summer, the owner shared with HG. In addition to its retail selection, Ivory Baking Co. is gearing up to host baking classes for kids and adults throughout the week.
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“The cakes and desserts will have a lot of Asian inspiration in flavor and design,” the owner, Grace Hahn, shared with The Hoboken Girl. There are also a few allergen-friendly options, per its website: “Almost any item you see can be made gluten-free! However, we do not offer dairy-free or sugar-free at this time with the exception of baby-friendly smash cake.”
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Grace is still in the process of obtaining permits, so an opening date for Ivory Baking Co. is yet to be determined. Of course, we’ll update this piece as details unfold.
This opening comes on the heels of several other soon-to-be arriving spots in the Hoboken and Jersey City area — The Bunny Hive, which is a new kids’ space uptown, as well as Julietta, a new gelato spot coming to Washington Street. In Jersey City, Perquin is making moves to open, as is Jerrell’s Burgers, opening its new location in Jersey City after relocating from Hoboken. Downtown Jersey City is also seeing a B Bagels opening in the coming months, along with two new co-working spaces, Narra Collective and &Co’s Hamilton Park location.
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As always, we’ll update you with more information once received and confirmed — in the meantime, head to @thehobokengirl on Instagram and TikTok for more in-the-moment updates, and sign up for our newsletter here.
Tunes Hoboken Hosting Teddy Swims for Signing Event on Sunday 1/26
On Sunday, January 26th, singer Teddy Swims will be at Tunes Hoboken, located at 225 Washington Street, for a signing event. The Grammy-nominated performer will sign copies of his newest album, I've Tried Everything but Therapy (Part 2), which debuted on Friday, January 24th. Read on for more about Teddy Swims' in-store appearance happening in Hoboken this Sunday.
Event Details
Teddy Swims is a singer-songwriter best known for his song Lose Control. His debut album, I've Tried Everything but Therapy (Part 1) was released in 2023. Lose Control made the Billboard Top 100 chart in June 2023. In December 2023, he duetted the song on the Kelly Clarkson Show with host and singer Kelly Clarkson, bringing nationwide attention to his gritty vocals. It reached Number 1 in March 2024.
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Teddy Swims has also collaborated with many A-list singers and performers including Thomas Rhett (country), Megan Trainor (pop) and Giveon (R+B). He has toured throughout the US and internationally and performed with groups including Greta Van Fleet.
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On Sunday, January 26th, Teddy Swims is celebrating the release of his second album, I've Tried Everything but Therapy (Part 2) in Hoboken. From 2PM - 5PM, he'll be at Tunes Hoboken (the town's only record store) signing copies for fans.
Guests can secure a spot by purchasing the Indie Exclusive LP or the CD on Tunes' website. Be sure to check off "in store pickup" before checkout. For more information, you can keep up with Tunes on Instagram here.
About Tunes Hoboken
Hoboken’s record store, Tunes, has been a part of the community since 1995. The store stocks new and used records, LPS, and CDs.
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Whether you remember the days when records were all the rage, you’re a ’90s kid who still pines for your Walkman, or are more into the hipster vinyl revival — you’re in luck. Tunes, located at 225 Washington Street in Hoboken, is a true Mile Square gem to all music lovers alike.
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