Judy & Punch Bar Arriving on 30th Avenue Summer 2014 by Meg Cotner We got a tip that work was being done at 34-08 30th Ave—the location of the old Video Express video rental shop that bit the dust in the past year—and (…)
Frank’s Bakery on 30th Ave Closing May 24th by Meg Cotner We’ve learned that one of the older businesses on 30th Avenue, Frank’s Bakery, is closing on May 24. Their goodbye sign was spotted over the weekend (click image above to (…)
Astoria Astoria’s George Rallis on Chopped, Plus Pulp Fiction at William Hallet by Meg Cotner Have you seen this video of Astoria’s own chef George Rallis on Chopped? As usual, he’s up against three other chefs and they have to prepare an appetizer, entree, and (…)
Astoria Sunnyside Taste of Sunnyside Sponsored Giveaway: Two VIP Tickets by Emily Rios 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’ (…)
Astoria Long Island City We Heart Astoria Food Talk *Outdoor Dining Edition* by Judith Rich We Heart Astoria Food Talk features a crabfish boil at the Brooklyn Grange, Katch Astoria’s first year anniversary, a cupcake idea submission from Sage General store and more!
Astoria Astoria Arrivals – Pye Boat Noodle Thai Restaurant by Meg Cotner Yesterday evening I joined some of my favorite Astorians to try out Pye Boat Noodle, a new Thai restaurant on Broadway that opened up in the old D & F (…)
Flo Lounge Founder to Open New Spot in Northern Astoria by Meg Cotner We’ve learned that a new eating and drinking establishment of a little over 6,000 square feet is opening up in the northerly reaches of Astoria, in a property owned by (…)
Astoria We Heart Cream Cheese: It’s Time to Vote! by Emily Rios 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. (…)
Astoria CLOSED: Salon de Cafe by Meg Cotner Remember a little while back we told you that Salon de Cafe had revamped themselves and their menu? It sounded like they had put together some nice brunch dishes. Well, (…)
Astoria United Nations of Astoria: The Intrepid Vegetarian Edition by WHA Guest Meaty dishes get a lot of love in the food blogosphere, but there’s plenty of great vegetarian cooking in Astoria — especially if you dip into the neighborhood’s rich array of (…)
Astoria Long Island City Celebrate Mother’s Day in Astoria by Judith Rich 10 Mother’s Day recommendations in Astoria – from shopping, special brunch menus, flowers, hotel discounts and more!
Astoria Long Island City We Heart Astoria Food Talk *Interactive Coffee Map Edition* by Judith Rich We Heart Astoria Food Talk covers new seasonal eats at Queens Comfort, NYT’s interactive coffee map, our visit to the Astoria Flea, an exclusive interview with the owners of Mundo and more.
Astoria Happy 41st Birthday, Piccola Venezia! by Meg Cotner At the end of April, beloved Astoria Italian restaurant, Piccola Venezia, celebrated their 41st year in business. To celebrate, for the entire month of May they are offering a 3-course (…)
Astoria Caffino, a New 30th Ave Area Cafe, is Open by Meg Cotner Yesterday on my way home, I stopped by Caffino, the new cafe on Crescent just north of 30th Avenue. It’s a great little spot with some delicious coffee, and the (…)
Astoria Best of Astoria- Mackenzi’s Picks by Mackenzi Farquer This month we’re keeping the Best of Astoria momentum going with the We Heart Astoria team’s picks. Last week Judith chimed in with her Astoria selections, and this week I’m (…)