CEO warns that Mamdani’s grocery stores in NYC could harm bodegas
New York City Mayor Zoran Mamdani is looking to launch five grocery stores owned by the city, but a prominent supermarket owner, John Catsimatidis, has voiced some strong concerns. He stated, “This store won’t feed the hungry, but the warehouse next door will be shelved.” Catsimatidis, the CEO of Gristedes, emphasized that the initiative could […]
Grocery stores and bodegas say city officials are asking for private business information while preparing to open government-owned supermarkets.
Store owners in New York City are expressing concern that city representatives are intruding into their businesses, demanding various personal details. This comes in the context of Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s state-run supermarket initiative, which some fear could create unfair competition. At a press event on Tuesday near La Marqueta in East Harlem, one of five […]
Knicks’ victory sparks excitement in NYC with thousands rejoicing in the streets, bars, and bodegas after Game 4 win
Knicks Fans Celebrate Historic Comeback New York City was alive with excitement on Wednesday night as Knicks supporters gathered in bars, bodegas, and living rooms to celebrate an incredible victory in Game 4. With this win, the Knicks are now just one game away from claiming the NBA Championship. In a remarkable second-half comeback, the […]
Bodegas are becoming the trendiest dining spots as eating out becomes more expensive: ‘It’s more than just mozzarella sticks now’
In New York City, corner markets are stepping up their offerings with unique dishes. If you’re looking to eat well without spending a fortune, your local bodega is a great option, especially as dining out costs in the city are climbing. Bodegas, which have long been underestimated, are gaining recognition among food enthusiasts and social […]
New York City plans to purchase $1.6 million in panic buttons for 500 bodegas to help reduce crime.
The city is set to invest $1.6 million to install panic buttons in numerous bodegas, following a recent violent incident at a deli, as announced by Mayor Eric Adams on Sunday. During a press conference held outside Pamela Green Deli in the Bronx, members of the United Bodega Association indicated that up to 500 of […]
Here’s why New Yorkers can’t buy wine in grocery stores, bodegas — even though they want to
It's not just sour grapes. Most New Yorkers want the option to buy wine from grocery stores or at bodegas. And they may eventually see that all they can do over the years is a red-red cry. The new state bill will overturn long-standing restrictions that make supermarkets legal to stock wine, limit most sales […]