Emma’s Torch on The Carroll Gardens Times

More than a cafe: Refugees launch careers at Emma’s Torch

Emma’s Torch, on Smith Street, is much more than just a cafe — though some people don’t realize it.

“It’s actually really funny,” says Kira O’Brien. “There are people that come in for years, and walk past this mission statement [painted on the window], and don’t know that this is our mission. I’m like, great — that means you’re coming because you think the food is delicious, which is what I want”... Read more.