SHIP BOTTOM, N.J. - s4story -- The community is invited to celebrate the official grand opening of bohdy Kitchen + Café, Long Beach Island's newest all-organic eatery, on Saturday, July 18, with a full day of festivities, live entertainment and giveaways. The celebration will take place from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 701 Central Ave., Ship Bottom, on the first floor of the building that also houses the Walters Homes sales and design center.

The festivities begin at 8 a.m. with a community bridge run in partnership with Local Motion, followed by a lively coffee rave featuring DJ Jake the Kid. Guests can enjoy live music from The Danksters from noon to 3 p.m., followed by a Sunny Shop pop-up from 3 to 6 p.m. Throughout the day, the first 100 guests will receive a complimentary drink, and hourly giveaways will offer even more reasons to join the celebration.

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Founded by local entrepreneurs Matthew Gaudet-Walters and Matthew Agnello, bohdy Kitchen + Café was created to bring nourishing, organic food to the Long Beach Island community through a fresh, fast casual dining experience. The café's menu features customizable grain bowls, including the signature BUILD A BOHDY Bowl, along with breakfast favorites, dinner plates, organic coffees, organic smoothies, sandwiches and specialty café beverages.

Designed to complement the relaxed coastal lifestyle, bohdy Kitchen + Café offers both indoor and outdoor seating, creating a welcoming space for residents and visitors alike to enjoy thoughtfully prepared meals made with organic ingredients.

Following the grand opening, bohdy Kitchen + Café will be open daily from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

For more information, visit bohdy Kitchen + Café or stop by during the grand opening celebration on July 18 to experience Long Beach Island's newest destination for organic dining. Learn more at https://bohdy.com/.