Monday, February 16, 2009

Meaning of Space for Local Community

Zeke’s is there for the neighborhood. It gives the locals a place to go where they won’t be disturbed when they don’t want to eat at home. No one bothers you; someone may just say “hey,” but that’s the extent. If you talk, it’s to the waitresses. One waitress in particular has been there a long time. She’s the anchor; she’s the person who makes it all happen in an orchestrated way.

Zeke’s is also there for comfort – food and familiarity. The fish is fried and so are the fries and hush puppies and everything else. You definitely aren’t going there for a healthy experience. It’s just to feel good. Everyone seems to know what they want without giving it much thought. That’s way makes it comfortable – people know they can get what they want.

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