Posts Tagged ‘Astoria’
Hellenic Film Society USA to screen award-winning Greek film ‘Pause’ for International Women’s Day
On Sunday, March 8th, the Hellenic Film Society USA will be screening the award-winning Greek film, Pause, as part of the Museum of the Moving Image’s ‘Always on Sunday’ monthly Greek film series. Pause, which is directed, written, and produced by women tells the story of Elpida who feels trapped in a loveless marriage. Upon meeting a…
Read MoreDamn, that’s good: introducing Astoria’s own Damn That Burns!
What happens when you take your passion for flavor and turn it into a business? No one knows for sure, but be sure to ask Daniel Burns and Ryan Golden as they rise to the top of the hot sauce game. Trust us, you’ll be seeing them around! Combining their love for hot sauce with…
Read MoreQueens Comfort burger ranked #7 in NYC Burger List!
If you live or frequent Astoria, it should come as no surprise that there are an abundance of solid restaurant options. Another top honor has been bestowed upon a local neighborhood favorite: Queens Comfort’s ‘Sugar Hill Burger’ was ranked as one of the most epic burgers in the city by New York Insider! The specialty…
Read MoreHave you tried Savage Sicko yet?
Eco-friendly, delicious, and in Astoria? That’s right, Savage Sicko, Astoria’s newest fully vegan establishment is now open! Savage Sicko was created by Alex Ayala as a lifestyle brand encouraging individuals to chase their dreams. Following years of playing professional soccer around Europe, Ayala returned to New York to study his other passion: mixology. It was…
Read MoreEnjoy a reading by children’s author Artie Bennett at the Astoria Bookshop!
Popular children’s author Artie Bennett is set to come to town this Thursday, February 27th at 11AM for a reading of his new children’s book The True Story of Zippy Chippy: The Little Horse That Couldn’t! His newest release is an inspiring story about a racehorse who never manages to win a race throughout his long…
Read MoreEnjoy ‘Oedipus Tyrannus’ at the Hellenic Cultural Center!
Any theater lovers reading this? On Saturday February 29th, the Dionysos Theatrical Group will perform ‘Oedipus Tyrannus’ by Sophocles at the Hellenic Cultural Center. The performance is a special one-time event, and will feature cast members from around the world. The play is a classic Ancient Greek tragedy which chronicles the life of tyrant King…
Read MoreAstoria’s newest Dunkin’ giving away free coffee at grand opening!
Do you love coffee as much as we do? If the answer is yes, you know that coffee makes our world go ’round. That’s why Give Me Astoria is particularly happy to share that Dunkin’s newest location is giving away free coffee FOR A YEAR (!) to its first 100 guests. On Saturday, February 22nd, the…
Read MoreRio Grande relocates from Broadway to 36th Avenue
Rio Grande, Astoria’s Brazilian barbecue eatery has officially relocated from 37-02 Broadway to 32-15 36th Avenue. After nearly 4 years at the Broadway location, the move was finalized at the beginning of the year. Rio Grande is known for its buffet-style take on traditional Brazilian barbecue dishes. For more information on Rio Grande, you may…
Read MoreBarzola set to open at former location of Tierras Colombianas
A new Ecuadorian restaurant is set to open in Astoria, with Barzola moving into the location once known as Tierras Colombianas. This is not the first Barzola location in Queens, however. The restaurant has its original location in Jackson Heights at 92-12 37th Ave. The Astoria location will be 33-01 Broadway. If anything like its Jackson…
Read MoreSuspect burglarizes Astoria bar, steals over $ 6,000 in cash
The Social Astoria was allegedly burglarized at approximately 6:30AM on Saturday, February 8th according to police. NYPD Crime Stoppers released footage of the male suspect, who was pictured wearing a hoodie, baseball cap and jeans. The alleged thief ran off with over $6000 in cash and two electronic tablet devices Those with any information in…
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