Posts Tagged ‘Astoria’
Monika’s Cafe-Bar Is Closing
Image via Monika’s Cafe-Bar (@monikascafebar) Instagram. After over 20 years in business Monika’s Cafe-Bar, located at 32-90 36th St., is closing. Monika’s team announced the difficult decision to shut down on social media. The bar/restaurant has been closed since March 15th, when city restaurants were shut in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Because…
Read MoreShady Lady Is Looking To Make An Experience Out Of Take-Out
Images courtesy of The Shady Lady. Shady Lady’s owner Billy Pappas is learning to adapt day by day to the COVID19 situation. Times are definitely tough with having to make so many cuts, and having no certainty in tomorrow. Till things get better, business is just about learning to adjust with the times. There are…
Read MoreAmorelli Realty Assures Us That Astoria Will Not Lose Its Value
Image courtesy of Joe Vaccaro/Amorelli Realty. COVID19 has had a significant impact on all aspects of people’s lives. People have lost family members, jobs, money. With such a high level of uncertainty, the overall impact and trajectory of the pandemics effects are hard to forecast, however Joe Vaccaro from Amorelli Real Estate believes the Astoria…
Read MoreAstoria-based Directors Finalists for the ‘Wear A Mask’ Ad Contest: Vote Now!
Image courtesy of Natalia Bougadellis & Emory Parker. Two Astoria-based filmmakers are finalists in the #NewYorkTough PSA contest. Natalia Bougadellis & Emory Parker’s video made it to the final 5, competing against 600 entries from throughout the state. Bougadellis & Parker are the Founders of Blue Slate Films and NXM Photography & Videography. Blue Slate…
Read MoreChip Is Back And Giving Back!
All images courtesy of Chip NYC. After closing for a month to protect the safety and health of its employees, Chip has finally reopened its doors! The team at Chip emphasizes the importance of practicing good health practices, making sure that the work environments are clean and germ free, and that the food is handled…
Read MoreOvelia: Learning by Adjustment & Experimentation Through COVID-19
As we know, there has been a lot of uncertainty regarding COVID19 and what it means for the future of restaurants in our community. Ovelia has taken many new initiatives to ensure its survival during these difficult times, and preparing for the new ways in which people will be dining out when the lockdown is…
Read MoreDunkin’ is back!
Coffee lovers, rejoice! Just in time for the warmer weather, Dunkin’ has opened for business once more. In accordance with current social distancing guidelines, Dunkin’ will be implementing various safety measures. This includes temperature checks for employees, face masks, plexiglass shields, markers on floors indicating the proper 6 ft. markers, and more. Dunkin’ is also…
Read MoreWalk-In GYN Care Offering COVID-19 Antibody Testing
In response to the increased demand and strain placed on the city’s healthcare system, Walk-In GYN Care is currently operating 7-days a week and offering telehealth services. And now, the walk-in gynecology practice is conducting COVID-19 antibody testing to patients in the neighborhood. In order to receive a COVID-19 antibody test, patients: Must a consultation…
Read MoreNYC Bagels Is Doing Its Part
Image courtesy of NYC Bagels. NYC Bagels is another local spot staying open for its customers, but alas the stress and pressure of COVID19 is affecting business here as well. Known for the warmth and good vibes, things are just not the same when people aren’t able to sit and enjoy it. It is hard…
Read MoreBelAire Diner hosting Drive-In Movie Night!
Image via BelAire Diner (@belairediner) Instagram. BelAire Diner is hosting a drive-in movie night this Wednesday! The movie? The 80s classic Dirty Dancing starring Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey. The first showing will be held at 8PM, followed by a second screening at 11PM. There is a $20 cover fee which will also be used…
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