Bodegas, numbering around 13,000 in NYC, serve not only as grocery stores but also as vital community hubs. They foster social interactions that may seem trivial yet contribute significantly to building community resilience during crises. Engaging with these spaces allows individuals to practice public intimacy in moments of vulnerability. For many, such as Jessica Angima, bodegas like Mr. Fruit and Mr. Carrot represent rituals of self-care and connection to one's neighborhood, where the act of shopping becomes a meditative process that reinforces commitment to personal well-being and community ties.
Frequenting bodegas during some of our rawest and more vulnerable moments, we practice public intimacy.
Bodegas are key nodes in the city's network of social infrastructure, serving as places for fleeting moments of connection.
Shopping at Mr. Carrot is a meditative ritual that reinforces self-care while fostering community connection.
These neighborhood institutions are more than stores; they are cornerstones of care for self and community.
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