It’s no secret that Astoria is known for its fantastic Greek restaurants. One spot that demonstrates our neighborhood’s Greek roots while also embracing modern taste is Ovelia, who are celebrating (…)
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One of the best things about living in Astoria is the close-knit sense of community. There’s a strong feeling of neighborhood pride and support, and it shines even brighter during (…)
No holiday meal is complete without something sweet! Check out this decadent (but simple!) recipe for festive Pumpkin Whoopie Pies from the fabulous Donut Diva, best known for the (…)
The world is insane, the weather is (maybe) getting chilly, and the holidays are almost here. What better way to tame the craziness than with some comfort food? Astoria has (…)
Have you heard? One of LIC’s most beloved barbershops, Otis & Finn, has opened a second location. It’s located at 11-11 44th Road in LIC (between 11th Street and 21st Street) and (…)
If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s pizza. We already have some pretty awesome pizza in the neighborhood, but a new shop is always welcome. (…)
There are certain Astoria epicenters (like 30th Ave, Ditmars, Arts District, and Steinway Street) that give you an immediate reaction. 30th Ave is a well-known dining and nightlife destination. The (…)
We love events that combine multiple fun activities into one awesomely good time. If you love trivia, enjoying drinks, and helping a good cause, we’ve got your plans for November (…)
The pop-up music events in Queens keep coming! Today, we’re excited to tell you about Groupmuse, an organization that combines live classical music with a house party-concert vibe. Similar to Sofar (…)
You guys, I got VERY excited when I heard this: Sofar Sounds is holding their very first Astoria show next Wednesday! What is Sofar Sounds, you might ask? It’s pretty much (…)
Cafe Istanbul, a new local Turkish restaurant, has softly made its debut on Steinway, and will be hosting a Grand Opening on Sunday October 30. Sonny Shaikh , the owner Cafe Istanbul, (…)
Q.E.D. is the type of place that immediately feels welcoming. Part performance space, part bar, and part venue for a diverse selection of classes, this spot always has something new and exciting going (…)
In Astoria, there’s more to the fall season than sweaters and pumpkin lattes. We also have lots of exciting arts and culture happenings to enjoy, right here in the neighborhood. (…)
A few weeks ago, one of my co-workers excitedly told me she had JUST moved to Astoria. When I told her I wrote for WHA, her first question was, “So (…)
Tacos and margaritas are a food/drink combination that work for almost every situation. Did you have a crazy week at work? Reward yourself with tacos and margaritas. Need to (…)
