Bellingham residents may be familiar with the stories of Jennifer Worthley and Bryan Matamorosa, the culinary couple who own It’s The Sweet Things and Bry’s Filipino Cuisine, respectively. Now they’re embarking on a new venture, this time together. Found on the second floor of Fairhaven’s Village Books, Next Chapter Cafe features the best parts of each of their established businesses.
“It’s called Next Chapter because it’s like our next chapter,” Worthley says.
Customers will find a happy blend of handcrafted pastries and delicious Filipino cuisine at Next Chapter—with a menu that includes everything from vegan milkshakes to chicken adobo, it won’t be hard to leave satisfied.
Photograph by Aidan Hadley
“It just kind of works. I think it’s the fact that we are married,” Worthley says. “This is sort of like a direct representation of our own selves and our own lives.”
Next Chapter is open seven days a week and can be both your sweet and savory fix. 1200 11th St., Ste. 201, Bellingham, Instagram @nextchapterbham
