8 Cozy Spots with Fireplaces for Curling Up in the Cold by Claire Leaden When the weather outside is frightful, a fire sure is delightful… Which is why we’ve rounded up bars and restaurants in Astoria and surrounding neighborhoods that have a fireplace you (…)
Astoria 12 Days of Giveaways 2019, Day 1: Lockwood Shop by Lauren Tassone It’s time to round out the decade with some giveaways! Yes, we’re back with We Heart Astoria’s Annual 12 Days of Giveaways: 2019 Edition. Check in each day to learn (…)
Astoria Jackson Heights Long Island City Sunnyside Woodside Hear From Queens Borough President Candidates at Open Education Forum Tomorrow by Claire Leaden Tomorrow, December 10 at 7 p.m., educational organizations Zone 126 and the Varsity Boys and Girls Club are hosting an Education Forum with the Queens Borough Presidential Candidates. They are (…)
Astoria Astoria Interiors: Artistic and Textured on 30th Avenue by Claire Leaden BY: ANNA DORE Welcome back to another edition of Astoria Interiors, a series where we go inside neighborhood homes to showcase design on the most local level. Today we head (…)
Astoria Long Island City The Most Kid-Friendly Spots in Astoria For Any Occasion by Claire Leaden We’ve had some reader requests to compile the most kid-friendly and family-friendly spots in Astoria… SO, we went to the Astoria, New York Families Facebook group — with almost 4,000 (…)
Astoria Greek Restaurant Newcomer EGEO Will Be Helmed By White House Chef by Claire Leaden When the corner building on 31st St. and 34th Ave. (the former El Boqueron space) was painted a royal blue, it likely reminded its neighbors of the deep blue sea. Well, (…)
Astoria Jackson Heights Sunnyside Tree Lightings in Astoria (& Nearby) That Will Get You in the Holiday Spirit by Claire Leaden One of the nicest parts of the holiday season each year is the variety of tree lightings (and post office lightings? see below!). Here’s our roundup for this year—we’ll add (…)
Astoria Reminder: Support Local Biz This Weekend With Shop Small Astoria! by Claire Leaden Tomorrow, November 30 is Small Business Saturday! The tradition was started 10 years ago by American Express, in order to “bring communities together in support of their favorite small businesses.” (…)
Astoria What Astorians Are Most Thankful For (Happy Thanksgiving!) by Claire Leaden Happy Thanksgiving, Astoria! This year and every year, we’re thankful for: the late-night souvlaki truck, for quiet streets and trees that turn, for Athens Square chess games and Breakfast Shack (…)
Astoria Restaurants With Heated or Enclosed Patios You Can Cozy Up in All Year by Claire Leaden Outdoor dining is something that is coveted here in Astoria, and even during the colder months you don’t have to miss out on it. These restaurants all have enclosed and/or heated (…)
Astoria A Guide to All The Holiday Markets In Astoria by Claire Leaden Since Thanksgiving is so late this year, it already feels like the holidays are upon us — which means you need to start checking off your gift-giving list! Instead of (…)
Astoria ASTORIA INTERIORS: WARM AND SERENE ON 30TH AVENUE by Claire Leaden Welcome back to another edition of Astoria Interiors, a series where we go inside neighborhood homes to showcase design on the most local level. Today, we’re heading inside a colorful, (…)
Astoria Everywhere Serving Thanksgiving Dinner in Astoria This Year by Claire Leaden Thanksgiving is exactly one week away! If you’re still deciding on your menu, why not eat out for a change? There are tons of restaurants in Astoria offering delectable Thanksgiving (…)
Astoria 5 Thanksgiving-Approved Cocktails Around Astoria by Claire Leaden Do you have family visiting for Turkey Day, or are just looking for some Thanksgiving-Eve sips? Here are all the best cocktails to get you in the autumn holiday mood… (…)
How to Give Back in Astoria This Holiday Season by Claire Leaden Of course giving back to our community year-round is so important, but making a concentrated effort during a set period of time is always helpful — and the holiday season (…)