FEBRUARY 8, 2004 The New York Times - Caracas Arepa Bar NEW YORK The Venezuelan husband-and-wife owners, Maribel Araujo and Aristides Barrios, opened Caracas last summer, and already it has become a lively destination for South American expatriates. This tiny spot may win Venezuelan arepas, or corn cakes, the recognition they deserve. (212)228-5062; 91 East Seventh Street (near First Avenue); $; $25 and Under: 8/6/03