Earlier this month, Cohen's Bagel Company hosted the grand opening and ribbon-cutting for its new location inside Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore in Middletown, Conn. The Wesleyan Argus reported that the space had been vacant since the university terminated its contract with former tenant Story and Soil Coffee at the end of last semester.
Rob and Christine Cohen founded Cohen's Bagel Company in June 2003 in Madison, Conn., where RJ Julia's flagship bookstore is located.
"We've always seen Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore as more than just a bookstore--it's a gathering place for students, neighbors, and friends," store manager Kate Mosquera wrote in a message on the RJ Julia's website. "Adding Cohen's Bagel Company to our space brings even more of what people love: fresh, handmade food, a welcoming café atmosphere, and a community-centric vibe."