Julian Baczynsky, who opened the East Village Meat Market in 1970 at 139 Second Ave. between St. Mark’s Place and Ninth Street, died on Wednesday. He was 98.
The shop’s Instagram account posted this tribute:
It is with great sadness that we write to inform you of the passing of our beloved founder/owner, Julian Baczynsky. His work and dedication to the Ukrainian community and the East Village will always be remembered.
