Emily Rios

As you know by now, the Best of Astoria truly reflects our reader’s favorites. This month the team has shared their personal picks. It seems that I’m the last in (…)

If you love exploring new neighborhoods, eating eclectic dishes, enjoying the outdoors and getting the full VIP treatment, then this Taste of Sunnyside sponsored giveaway is for you. Celebrating its’ (…)

Despite it’s moniker, Brooklyn Bagel & Coffee Company is a home-grown institution. We are big fans, and the community agrees given their second year win in our Best of Astoria. (…)

Our good friends at Off the Hook are celebrating their one-year anniversary on Tuesday, May 6th. They are throwing a big bash complete with wine tastings, live music, complementary hors (…)

As a Texas transplant, I am always on the alert for the taste of home via Mexican cuisine. I was super excited when Maizal opened their doors just footsteps from (…)

Today’s giveaway will help you accessorize your Astoria pride. Founded by local Astorian, Kelly Schaber, James & Lily Jewelry specializes in handmade bridal and sterling silver pieces. Placing emphasis on (…)

Lights, Camera, Action! Today’s giveaway is perfect for the actor within you, or in your life. Rising City Arts is an Astoria based Arts in Education Organization, providing our community with a (…)

Lovers of bagels, cream cheese, and Astoria unite! Brooklyn Bagel and We Heart Astoria are teaming up to develop a cream cheese flavor that is both delicious and represents Astoria (…)

When I joined the We Heart Astoria team last November, my first order of business was to head over to check out luludi living frames. What I found was a (…)

Brunch is near and dear to Astorian hearts; good food, good drinks, and sitting back to enjoy the weekend. Rèst-âü-Ránt has become a neighborhood staple and a favorite off-the-beaten-path watering (…)

As winter continues to roll in with beyond freezing temperatures, it is easy to hibernate with Netflix, a blanket, and Thai dinner delivery. If you are looking for an activity (…)

Welcome Off the Hook – a new oyster and mussels bar, serving tasty delicacies such as grilled oysters, mussels in bone marrow sauce, shrimp mofongo and more.

As a former employee of Girl Scouts, I consider myself something of a Girl Scout cookie expert. Did you know that your zip code determines if you have Samoas or (…)

Our friends at Off the Hook have prepared a special Valentine’s Day Prix-Fixe Menu, and they want to share the love with you.  As the winner of this sponsored giveaway, (…)

Although there is no place like home, it looked like Dorothy had some fun adventures in Oz. In our new series, Field Trip, the We Heart Astoria team will discover (…)