Shopping: NYC Bodegas

1.	bodega
	A hispanic/spanish/latin mini-mart, kind of like a 7-11, but usually smaller and more like a liquor store atmosphere. Commonly used term on the east coast, especially in the New York City region, where you will find many of these. The word came from the actual spanish word for “grocery store” – la bodega. Courtesy of www.urbandictionary.com

One thing that is typical of NYC living is their abundance of bodegas. You can’t turn your head to the left or right on any street without seeing at least one. Their convenience is key…and you can avoid having to wait in line at the overpacked Target/Trader Joe’s/Whole Foods. It is perfect for running across the street to pick up a few things.

Peas & Pickles was the bodega of choice for myself and my friends when I did a semester in Brooklyn Heights.