All The New Changes You Can Expect In Astoria by Laura Caseley If there’s one constant thing about Astoria, it’s that it’s always full of change. There’s been a lot of that lately in the neighborhood (and we’re not just talking about (…)
It’s Official: Amazon Pulls Out Of LIC For Good by Laura Caseley After a long and much-publicized bid for the new location of its second headquarters, Amazon has decided to not make Long Island City its new home. There’s been a lot (…)
Astoria Amazon May Be Reconsidering Its Move To LIC by Laura Caseley The news of Amazon’s new headquarters, nicknamed HQ2, has met with plenty of controversy in the neighborhood. And now, according to several sources, its chilly reception from politicians and the (…)
Even MORE Valentine’s Day Events In Astoria! by Laura Caseley We already told you about all the romantic (or not) things you can get up to this Valentine’s, but it turns out, there are even more Valentine’s Day shenanigans to (…)
Astoria What To Expect For The New Round Of Astoria Line Closures by Laura Caseley No, it’s not over. We’re talking about the seemingly neverending repairs and revamps to the Astoria line, of course. While the Broadway and 39th Avenue stations have finally reopened, making (…)
Bar Italia Takes Over The Old Portalia Spot On Broadway by Laura Caseley Portalia, known for its Italian fare as well as its brunch, has closed, but if you’re worried about a loss of Italian food, don’t be. The Broadway spot was taken (…)
Where To Watch (Or Not Watch) Super Bowl LIII In Astoria by Laura Caseley Super Bowl LIII is upon us, like it or not. But don’t worry. Astoria always delivers when it comes to making sure there’s something for everyone regardless of the occasion. (…)
Experience Astorian Cuisine At Viking Homestead by Laura Caseley In the mood for something different somewhere familiar? Look no further than this weekend’s culinary event, known as the Viking Homestead Kitchen Takeover. Hosted at Astoria Provisions, it will feature (…)
Get Romantic (Or Not) In Astoria This Valentine’s Day by Laura Caseley Ah, Valentine’s Day. It’s a holiday about love, but also about stuffing yourself with chocolate. Some people are super into the holiday, and love sharing trinkets and tokens of affection (…)
Is The Broadway Station Opening Wednesday, January 23? by Laura Caseley **UPDATE: THE STATION IS OPEN! Service has been restored to the Broadway N/W stop as of today, January 24th. News on the street is the 39th St. station will resume (…)
River Crest Moves Into A Long-Vacant Space On Ditmars by Laura Caseley The space under Acropolis and just east of Taverna Kyclades has been vacant for a long time (about 7 years, to be exact), walled off by dark green boards that (…)
Acento Latin Kitchen & Bar Is Now Open On Ditmars by Laura Caseley Back in October, we reported that something new was moving into the old Flattopps space on Ditmars. And now, it’s open! Acento Latin Kitchen and Bar is serving up authentic (…)
Find Unexpected Treasures At These Astoria Thrift Shops by Laura Caseley If you’re in the market for some new clothes, new furniture, or maybe an interesting gift, things can easily get expensive. And fast. Luckily, there are plenty of treasures out (…)
The Giving Tree Yoga Studio Is Looking For A New Space by Laura Caseley After an impassioned email sent out late last month, it looks like The Giving Tree Yoga Studio, will be relocating in the near future after a decade on 31st Street. (…)
The Huntress Whiskey & Wings Opens In LIC by Laura Caseley The owners of Long Island City’s burger and craft beer spot The Baroness have recently opened another, nearby location to get some truly warming food and drink this winter: The (…)