Welcome to another Astoria Small Business Owner Spotlight! Today we have the Petey of Petey’s Burger, one of Astoria’s favorite burger joints. Take it away, Petey! Name of Biz: PETEY’S (…)
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A couple of weeks ago the WHA crew had a chance to check out a special preview of the new Mediterranean Foods. Tonight at 5:00 pm they are opening up (…)
We’re in that post-Halloween candy/pre-Thanksgiving feast zone, where treats of all kinds seem to be everywhere. Let’s be honest: we’re going to indulge, why not do so guilt-free by getting in (…)
Name of Biz: The Brass Owl Owned by: Nicole Panettieri Year opened: September 2014 Address: 36-19 Ditmars Blvd Astoria, NY 11105 Known for: Great selection of ladies shoes, accessories and (…)
When was the last time you enjoyed grocery shopping? With cramped aisles, chilly temperatures, and hard-to-find items, picking up the supplies you need to cook delicious meals at home (…)
Today I had the good fortune to find It’s Organic on 31st Avenue open after my regular Wednesday training session. I spoke to owners Lukman and Hassan, both were warm, (…)
We’re excited to feature another great business in our “Small Biz Owner” Spotlight series. When Astoria Coffee hit my corner, I was so excited to have something cool, interesting, and (…)
Halloween is right around the corner! The good news is you don’t have to leave the neighborhood to get everything you need for an awesome costume or supplies for your party. From (…)
New Ditmars spot The Pomeroy opened tonight, launched by Bo O’Connor. As we mentioned yesterday, O’Connor was recently the private chef for her childhood best friend, Lady Gaga. So we shouldn’t be too (…)
Astoria is so amazing because of the wonderful businesses we’re surrounded by that make it the best neighborhood to live, work, and play in. That’s why we’re excited to kick (…)
Bourbon & Vine, “Astoria’s Whiskey and Wine Bar,” will close after Sunday, September 27th. From their Facebook page: “Bourbon and Vine will be closing down after this weekend. So stop (…)
Oh, dating. To be honest, I’ve been in a serious relationship for years, so I’ve never experienced being single while living in Astoria. But I do have friends that are (…)
Interested in getting inked? Great news! Coffey Shop Tattoos, a custom tattoo shop, has opened in Long Island City. Owner Gene Coffey is bringing his signature style to our neighborhood (…)
This just in- Astoria Craft on 26th Road near the park is finally open! This is super great news for those of us who live near the park and are (…)
Kristy Whitwell, long time Astoria fan and more recently a permanent resident, was chosen to appear as a guest on Neil Patrick Harris’ new show, The Best Time Ever, which (…)