Astoria An Update On Mokja, New Korean Restaurant On Broadway by Meg Cotner I walked by Mokja, a new Korean restaurant opening up on Broadway, and saw that a lot of progress has happened since the summer. There are tables, benches, and chairs (…)
Astoria Astoria History – The Long Gone Statues At Astoria Pool by Meg Cotner Over on Astorians, someone asked about the “Astoria Pool Sentinels” that used to reside at the pool, and we have to admit, they look very cool. I got curious about (…)
Astoria Mundo’s Grand Opening Celebration Starts November 14 by Meg Cotner We are so happy to learn that Mundo has set a date—actually, multiple dates—for their grand opening celebration. It will all start Friday, November 14 and go through the weekend (…)
Astoria Tour the Lent-Riker-Smith Homestead This Weekend by Meg Cotner This weekend you’ll have an excellent chance to experience a bit of Queens history—the Lent-Riker-Smith Homestead is opening their doors on Saturday, November 1 at 3 p.m. for a guided (…)
Astoria Sponsored Giveaway: Ginger Juice Cleanse by Emily Rios When Mackenzi & Meg visited Ginger they were smitten with the space and fell in love with the assortment of fresh juices, smoothies and organic cocktails. Now the team at (…)
Astoria Astoria Arrivals: The Bonnie by Meg Cotner We’ve been talking about The Bonnie for months now, and we’re thrilled that they are finally open! Their official opening was yesterday afternoon at 3 p.m. Walking by that evening, (…)
Astoria We Heart Astoria Food Talk – My Sweet Farewell by Judith Rich Food Talk features a waffle bowl at Sweet Jane’s Desserts, Astoria Halloween activities, the opening of The Bonnie and more.
Astoria Reminder: The Next Election Is Tuesday, November 4 by Meg Cotner Many of you probably have this on your calendar, but in case you don’t, we want to remind you that the next big election is next Tuesday, November 4. Personally, (…)
Astoria Steinway Clock Knocked Over October 16, Fix To Come by Meg Cotner We’ve learned that some damage came to the historic Steinway Street clock, thanks to a WHA reader, Costa’s office, and this tweet from CALDC: Clock face knocked down by truck (…)
Astoria RUMOR: Crepes Arriving In the Old Waltz-Astoria Space on Ditmars by Meg Cotner Thanks to a WHA tipster, we’ve learned that the old Waltz-Astoria space (23-14 Ditmars, which was vacated earlier this spring, is going to be home a crepe joint. I walked (…)
Astoria Truva Cafe & Grill Opening in Old Teddy’s Florist Space by Meg Cotner Last week we pondered what might actually be going into the old Teddy’s Florist/Grocery space—kebabs or pizza? Looks like we got our answer in Truva Cafe & Grill. The sign (…)
Astoria A Night For Gavin Fundraiser Saturday Night At Daly’s Pub by Meg Cotner A WHA reader brought to our attention this fundraiser happening tomorrow evening, Saturday October 25. It’s at Daly’s Pub, one of Astoria’s beloved bars, and focuses on the brother of (…)
Astoria The Letlove Inn To Open At the Corner Of 28th Street and 23rd Avenue by Meg Cotner Over the months we’ve been telling you about a new spot opening up from the folks that brought Astoria The Sparrow Tavern and Mar’s, but have been unable to refer (…)
Astoria Astorian Natalia ‘Saw Lady’ Paruz’s Playing Featured in Upcoming Richard Gere Movie by Meg Cotner How cool is it to run across this Queens Courier article about Astoria’s very own Saw Lady (AKA Natalia Paruz) having her playing featured in an upcoming feature film! The (…)
Astoria Frankie’s Pizza Has Closed by Meg Cotner We learned from a tweet by @adamkuban today that Frankie’s Pizza (22-56 31st St) has closed. Here’s the transcription of the text in the above image: Dear Costumers! Thank you (…)