Chow for Now Summer!

There’s a party going on all day at Butcher Bar! Here’s the details, straight from Butcher Bar: SUNDAY, AUGUST 31ST NOON-10PMWe’re having another blowout party in the Tap Room and this time we’re saying sayanora to the most beautiful Summer we’ve seen in a long time. We’ll be releasing a few one-off beers that are…

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Coming Soon: Stix

Let’s acknowledge that almost any food can be improved by putting it on a stick. Seriously – caramel apple? Throw it on a stick. Hot dog? Dip it in some batter, throw it on a stick – boom, corn dog. Finger foods? Make them stick foods. We don’t even need to mention the beauty that is kebabs.…

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Being an Extra in NYC!

Check out this awesome web-series! It’s about being an extra in NYC, and it was shot right here in Astoria! We’ve probably all walked by Kaufman-Astoria Studios at some point and wondered what it would be like to be on the big (or little) screen. Here’s what happens when that fantasy comes true! But with…

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Euripedes Pelekanos: The Head Honcho of Bareburger!

We all love Bareburger, and it’s extra cool that the modern burger joint got its start right here in Astoria! We got to ask the CEO Euripides Pelekanos some questions, and here’s what he had to say! What’s your favorite burger meat? Bison. It’s a sweeter, leaner beef. What’s the weirdest thing you’ve ever eaten? This probably won’t…

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Euripides Pelekanos: The Head Honcho of Bareburger!

We all love Bareburger, and it’s extra cool that the modern burger joint got its start right here in Astoria! We got to ask the CEO Euripides Pelekanos some questions, and here’s what he had to say! What’s your favorite burger meat? Bison. It’s a sweeter, leaner beef. What’s the weirdest thing you’ve ever eaten? This probably won’t…

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Get Involved in Astoria!

We’ve had a few upsetting stories yesterday – so today we’re thinking about ways in which Astoria is great. One of the best things about the neighborhood is the constantly willingness of all the residents to get involved, and to help one another out. Today, we’ve got two ways in which you can really help…

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Ladies, Stay Safe in Astoria

Let’s tackle an important issue: Unwanted sexual harassment. Unfortunately, this has been on the rise in Astoria – and we’re taking notice, as well as local law enforcement and politicians. Peter Vallone recently posted this online: “Attention women of Astoria. the perverts are out again. Guys (usually on bikes) grabbing women’s backsides. Happened again last…

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Animal Abuse in Astoria

This is one of the worst stories we’ve ever had to write, but it’s something we need to share. Warning: There is an image of a dead, tortured cat below. DO NOT SCROLL DOWN IF YOU ARE SQUEAMISH.  This was posted on August 25th by the Astoria7 Facebook  – a group made in honor of…

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Craving Astor Bake Shop?

IT’S TIME FOR OUR NEXT CONTEST! If you’ve never been to Astor Bake Shop, you have to check it out. It’s right by the Give Me Astoria offices, and daily coffee and cookie runs have become an absolute ritual around here. It’s one of our favorite bake shops in Astoria – and for good reason. The great…

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