The Bronx, like the rest of the city is going through changes. Specifically in the South and West Bronx which are still, predominately Latino and Black. But gentrification and the intense need for affordable housing in New York City, is bringing in alot of diversity. I am finding myself shopping for Asian produce and condiments etc. in the West Bronx.
There are things I can't find in Chinatown or Jasmart.
I also walk by a Halal meat markets, middle eastern food shops, Mexican and Vietnamse resturants. I see several Indian families, African, Asian, as well as Eastern Europeans in these communities. These new faces, makes me think, this must have been how things began places like, Jamica, Queens. Queens for folks who don't know, is the most densely diverse Borough in the City of New York. Take the 7 Train to the last stop of Jamica (for example) and you will walk out on to a platform, with so many diverse, dialects and languages, its amazing. It will baffel you. I don't know how in the world the MTA (Public Transportiaton) doesn't have signs up and announcements in at least, the 3 most common languages in this area of the city alone.
As I look at the Bronx today, I can see another potential Queens in the brewing. Along with a touch of Brooklyns Artistic, well to do, vibe in the South Bronx, Mott Haven area. And most important to me, is the amazing foods, they bring with them. I will be writing about these awesome adventures. Stay tuned.
