The closing of Dallas BBQ in Manhattan's East Village stirred nostalgia among locals who reflect on its history as a vibrant nightlife spot. Replaced by Café Maud, the corner elicits memories of carefree youth and friendships formed over drinks. Ada Calhoun's book, "St. Marks is Dead," explores the evolving identity of the street, showing how each generation romanticizes their experiences while contemporary establishments like dumpling houses and wine bars continue to thrive, ensuring St. Marks remains lively and relevant despite changes.
"As I sat in the semicircular booth, I caught scenes of myself in the corner's past life. Eating bacon cheeseburgers and drinking illicit Piña Coladas as a 17-year-old."
"In Ada Calhoun's seminal book St. Marks is Dead, she traces the strange and slippery history of the street as a center for misfit nightlife..."
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