Bodega Cats of New York: A Photographic Tribute to the City's Working Felines

"Bodega Cats of New York," a photographic tribute featuring 120 images, showcases the beloved felines that inhabit the city's bodegas. The project, spearheaded by reporter Dan Rimada and photographer Gulce Kilkis, spanned four years and documented 60 cats across all five boroughs. Although technically illegal under New York State food safety laws, enforcement of these regulations has been inconsistent. A proposed bill, New York City Council Int. 0830-2026, aims to override this prohibition, while New York State Assembly bill A08341 seeks to set humane standards. The book, published by Epic Ink on November 3, 2026, is priced at $30.