The highly anticipated opening of the Tashkent grocery chain in downtown Manhattan is finally happening after long delays. Friends have been eagerly inquiring about its opening status, reflecting widespread interest. The store promises to bring fresh produce and Central Asian staples, echoing the popularity of its existing locations in Brooklyn and Queens. The prolonged waiting period has led to speculation and even conspiracy theories about local competition. The day before the opening, the excitement was palpable among locals who have been anxiously waiting for this new addition to Manhattan's grocery scene.
For nearly three years, the owners of the very popular Uzbek grocery chainlet have said the downtown location would open imminently. My friends weren't the only ones wondering.
When I told one friend that the downtown Tashkent is opening tomorrow, he responded with excitement and disbelief: 'oh my God, no way.'
One enthusiast even developed a conspiracy that local merchants were afraid of just how powerful Tashkent would be, because 'they're about to be destroyed' by the high-quality, affordable produce.
On Reddit, there's a whole thread of people asking when it's actually opening. 'I'm low-key getting pissed now I've been waiting so long,' is a common sentiment.
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