Just like Manhattan and other New York City boroughs, Brooklyn’s neighborhoods are diverse and eclectic. Some have the urban buzz to them, while others are quiet and laid-back.

Dumbo, as we all know, is a beloved Disney character whose main characteristic are his big ears. But what we are going to talk about here is another Dumbo – not the cute animal, but its namesake section of Brooklyn. You may be wondering what came first: Dumbo the elephant or Dumbo the neighborhood.

Here’s a question for you: which Brooklyn neighborhood could be described as “hip” and “cool?” If you are thinking about Williamsburg, you are right on the mark! It may not have the same long history as its Virginia namesake, but our own Williamsburg has lots to offer: a lively arts and culture scene, great restaurants,…