Posts by Loulou Chryssides
Woman wins $3,000 as part of Uncle Jack’s first-ever annual burger eating competition
Molly Schuyler, a competitive eater, won $3,000 at the first-ever annual burger eating competition at Astoria’s Uncle Jack’s Meat House. The winner ate an impressive ten burgers in ten minutes, beating Dan ‘Killer’ Kennedy, a fellow competitive eater and YouTube food personality. Other competitors included 4 Queens-based men, and one male contestant from Pennsylvania. According…
Read MoreKick off the holiday season at the Steinway Holiday Market!
Looking for a great way to kick off the holiday season, all while supporting local vendors and businesses? The Central Astoria Local Development Coalition presents the Steinway Holiday Market, running from November 30th through December 1st from 10:30AM-4:30PM. The weekend event aims to bring fun for the whole family, with live entertainment, great deals on…
Read MoreThere’s nothing like Thanksgiving in Astoria!
The time of year has come once more, when the holidays are just around the corner! Whether you would like to switch up the classic Thanksgiving, are unable to spend it with family, or just would like to celebrate close to home Astoria has you covered. From Greek to Italian, to Australian to classic holiday…
Read MoreGive Me Fall is closing!
Attention Astoria photographers: if you have not submitted your fall photos for consideration, you still have time! Our Give Me Fall photography contest will be accepting final submissions through Thursday, November 28th at 6PM. The winner will be chosen based on the total combined likes on our Facebook and Instagram pages. The winner will also…
Read MoreAstoria’s Bartunek Hardware celebrates almost 95 years in business!
Bartunek Hardware, an Astoria institution, will be celebrating 95 years of business in January! The store, located at 28-07 23rd Ave., offers a wide array of hardware items such as tools, keys, painting supplies, and electrical products, among others. The shop is one of the oldest not only in Astoria, but Queens. Congratulations to the…
Read MoreExperience quality care for your furry friend at Vivi Pet Care!
For our beloved pet owners: as you likely already know, a pet is an immediate member of your family. They remain by your side through all of life’s ups, downs, and in-between everyday moments. So, when it comes to pet care, you won’t settle for just anybody grooming your pet. And Viviane Matano, the owner…
Read MoreCousins Maine Lobster Truck is back in Astoria today!
Missed it the last time? The delicious Cousins Maine Lobster truck is back on 31st St. & Ditmars Blvd. TODAY from 11:30AM-9:00PM! Lobster lovers can expect lobster from both Connecticut and Maine, and specialties such as lobster rolls, sandwiches, tacos, grilled cheese, and more! For specific menus, you may visit Cousins Maine Lobster’s official website here.
Read MoreAstoria restaurants named as two of the ’20 Best Seafood Restaurants in NYC’
Two Astoria seafood establishments made the cut of Money Inc.’s ranking of the ’20 Best Seafood Restaurants in NYC’! Taverna Kyclades, located at 33-07 Ditmars Blvd., placed seventh on the list. Taverna Kyclades’ salads, as well as its seafood, each received honorable mention. The restaurant has remained one of Ditmars’ busiest and most well-known restaurants,…
Read MoreFoodStruck: Astoria’s newest innovative food concept
It’s 1AM on a Friday and you’re starving. Kitchens and deliveries stop at midnight, and you’re craving delicious comfort food. What do you do? Lucky for you, a late-night spot for all comfort food lovers has officially opened its doors: FoodStruck, located at 31-06 35th St. is here to satisfy all of your midnight cravings.…
Read MoreCongratulations on another successful Pajama Drive in Astoria!
By: Loulou Chryssides The tenth annual Astoria Pajama Drive was held on Thursday, November 7th at Monika’s Cafe-Bar, and was enjoyed by families and friends in the community alike! Give Me Astoria helped co-host the evening, alongside Maria L. Delgado, Diane Kantzoglou, and Monika’s Café-Bar. The goal of the annual pajama drive is to collect new…
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