Lindsay Goyette

Two years ago, local go-getters Emily Miethner and Nick Hoefly teamed up to organize the Astoria Creatives Meetup, a fun and casual opportunity for creative people to meet, network, and (…)

  It’s an exciting time at QED! Not only have they been recently visited by Jim Gaffigan and been nominated for a VERY prestigious Best of Astoria award, they’ve also got (…)

Local small businesses, listen up! A new Queens-focused retail store is making its way to LIC, and is seeking local vendors to participate in the inaugural year. MiQ (short for (…)

  When I tell friends from outside Astoria that we have an excellent Australian restaurant in the neighborhood, the first question I get is always, “What exactly is Australian food?” (…)

  Astoria is home to a wealth of incredible and creative people. Case in point: Andrew and Kristen, the remarkable couple behind In Company, a paper goods company known for (…)

Have you heard? 30th Avenue’s Southern restaurant Burnside Biscuits has recently relaunched: they’ve got a new chef, a new menu, new cocktails, and are rolling out new nightly events.    (…)

  Is there a better way to hang out with friends than over pizza and drinks? There’s something casually comforting about catching up over a few shared pies: you can sample (…)

The paint and sip phenomenon has made its way to Astoria! The Paint Place, a BYOB spot on the Upper West Side that offers painting classes and private parties, has (…)

Last week, Sweet Afton posted an exciting announcement on Instagram: they’ll be hosting their First Annual Spring Music Festival on Saturday, April 16th! This FREE event will be an all-day (…)

  Everyone give it up for Astoria’s favorite independent bookstore! Astoria Bookshop will be hosting a #Hamiltome Release Party to celebrate the release of Hamilton: The Revolution, the new book chronicling the smash-hit (…)

Tournesol, Long Island City’s charming French bistro, is celebrating their 14th anniversary in a tasty, inexpensive way: with a three course prix fixe menu that’s only $20.02! As a PDA, (…)

Singlecut Beersmiths is an excellent spot to visit any night of the week, but Wednesday nights at the brewery are about to get even cooler. Tomorrow, March 23, our friends at (…)

When you think about Sanfords on Broadway, what comes to mind? Until recently, they were primarily known for two things: a stellar brunch, and satisfying, upscale diner food. After their recent (…)

When it’s time to blow off steam, what’s your go-to activity? Grabbing some drinks? Maybe takeout and Netflix? Soon, Astoria and LIC will be adding some new fun ways to (…)

Whether you’re into drinking green beer, eating piles of corned beef, or enjoying live music and comedy, there’s a way for everyone to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Astoria. Cheers! Saturday (…)