Cherry Coffee at Stein's, Mojito Mondays, Essence Fest

LGD? Todd A. Price reports that Stein's is now home to a java pop up: Cherry Coffee offers "espresso drinks, drip coffee, iced coffee and pour overs," and owner Lauren Fink is a Portland-trained pro when it comes to the trade. Find her at Stein's Tuesday-Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Saturday-Sunday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. [NOLA.com]

UPTOWN? Brand new Louisiana-produced spirit Bayou Rum is partnering with Dominique's on Magazine for Mojito Monday's, happening every Monday this summer. Mixology-master Ian Julian is about to get a serious forearmworkout, muddling mojitos featuring herbs from their courtyard garden (like a black lavender variation) because they're only $5. [EaterWire]

NOLA? Brace yourself...The Essence Festival will bring thousands upon thousands of visitors (and Mothers-lover BEYONCE) to New Orleans this July 4th weekend, Mark Waller reports, and it's likely that the fest will have more than 2012's $140 million impact on local businesses. [NOLA.com]

Stein's [Photo: Yelp/Christine D.]