Now that summer Fridays are in full swing, why not try one of these two new lunch spots with your free afternoon before heading out of town for the 4th. (…)
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Probably the most highly anticipated restaurant opening this summer is Bareburger’s spin-off concept, Burnside Biscuits. If you haven’t heard about Burnside yet expect fried chicken, biscuit sandwiches, and wood-fired veggies (…)
Do you already have “where should I watch the fireworks” anxiety? Fear not! We’ve rounded up some of the best spots to watch fireworks in Astoria and LIC. Do you (…)
Could Astoria and LIC soon be home to these novel cross shaped pools? Curbed recently reported that the 5-year-old +Pool folks have tested their concept and might be ready to (…)
UPDATE: congrats to Anthony & Dustin on their big win! Emails have been sent to the winners. If you’re still in need of a book, grab one at Lockwood or (…)
This just in- we just heard Steinway is getting a record shop & cafe. I know. I’ll let that sink in. Owner Javi told us, “It has taken considerable amount (…)
Today we’re thrilled to announce the Queens Beer Book by our friends at Brokelyn. We’ve been hearing about it for months, and it’s finally here. Beer lovers’ rejoice- this one’s (…)
Today we’re thrilled to announce we’re the sponsor of The Sparrow Film Project, a community driven filmmaking competition that challenges amateurs and professionals alike to create a three minute film in (…)
Sanford’s is closed for renovations… Over on Instagram, we’re deep in discussion about Sanford’s temporary closure while they make room for their bigger space & event room. We know lots (…)
In addition to my WHA duties, I’m also the happy shopkeeper over at Lockwood, and boy do we have something fun in the works for you this summer! This June, (…)
Last week we were alerted by both Tastoria Queens and our happy tipster Mike H. about a new 30th Ave. Astoria Arrival, Gossip Coffee. Though we’ve tried, we’ve come up (…)
With Memorial Day over, we can’t help but think about all things summer! This year we’re bringing you our favorite things to do around town (and a few slightly outside (…)
We’ve just heard that 23rd Avenue’s latest offering, The Bonnie, is ready for backyard drinking! And just in time, too… The Sweet Afton sibling, known for their fresh takes on (…)
We just heard Councilman Costa Constantinides is hosting a town hall on the Astoria ferry project. (If you need a little catch up, here’s the mayor’s proposed ferry additions from (…)
Remeber Marketa? It seems the short lived 30th Avenue spot will soon become LIC’s Blend! Here was their announcement on Instagram: We’re proud to announce that we’re opening yet another (…)
