Posts Tagged ‘Astoria’
Chopped Champion Chef Nicholas Poulmentis Joins the Team at Oli.Vine
No one has ever said Astoria was lacking in Greek cuisine. In fact, in all of New York, Astoria is where you will find some of the best. However, Oli.Vine is not your typical taverna and takes an innovative approach to contemporary Mediterranean fare. Recently joined by executive chef Nicholas Poulmentis, Oli.Vine has distinguished itself in…
Read MoreGive Me Burgers!
With summer here and the grills all out, the natural trendy food item becomes an all-time American classic: the burger. Whether you like a regular classic hamburger, a cheeseburger stuffed with some delicious mac n cheese, a veggie burger, or any kind of burger in between, Astoria has got one for you! Burgerology Ah, Burgerology.…
Read MoreAstoria’s best mozzarella sticks!
Everyone is always on the hunt for that perfect slice of pizza. Right there with ya… But how about the perfect mozzarella stick? Does it exist here in astoria? Here are five fan favorite spots to surely satisfy your cheesy cravings. Zeus Kitchen King Kong Fingers are crusted in Doritos and served with chipotle lime…
Read MoreAstoria’s dog-owners shocked after pins left around tree planters
Pups were left with punctured paws after walking near a recently developed building, located at Hoyt Avenue and 23rd St., across from Astoria’s new dog park. The hidden traps were discovered after a local dog owner noticed his beloved pet limping and bleeding from its paws, finding pins mixed into the planters in front of…
Read MoreAmbros Banana Whiskey makes its NYC debut at The Thirsty Koala
Whiskey was the word on Thursday, May 9th, when Ambros Banana Whiskey made its public debut at Astoria staple The Thirsty Koala. Local leaders, industry veterans, and members of the community came together to sample the product, spearheaded by the team of Queens locals Carlo Piccirillo and Sami Omar, alongside Las Vegas-based partner Jeff Tomastik.…
Read MoreAstoria leaders set to protest demolition of Ditmars stores
On Friday May 10th, Astoria politicians and community activists alike are set to protest against the demolition of storefronts such as Key Food, Subway, Cohen’s Optical, and more. The reason behind the new construction plans? As reported by The Astoria Post, Target’s Astoria storefront is set to open in the exact location of the demolished…
Read MoreAnassa Taverna is coming to Astoria!
Astoria, known for its abundance of Greek-owned businesses, is slated to welcome a new addition soon: Upper East Side favorite Anassa Taverna is coming to 28-10 Astoria Boulevard. The restaurant’s first location, opened in 2013, has received hundreds of rave reviews and is known for its fresh seafood selection. If the Astoria location is anything…
Read MoreGive Me Banana Down Under!
Whiskey is the word on May 9th when Ambros debuts its 100% fruit-infused beverage to the public at The Thirsty Koala. Ambros was created and developed by Queens native Sami Omar, Jeff Tomastik, and Astoria’s own Carlo Piccirillo in 2016 in Las Vegas. Piccirillo & friends came up with the concept when the group of…
Read MoreSpring Break Fun at Rainey Park!
Spring has arrived and the season for outdoor activities with the family is in full swing! Be sure to visit the following free event, presented by the Central Astoria Local Development Coalition, on April 24th from 12-3PM at Rainey Park. Please see the included flyer for additional information!
Read More10 Years and 10% Off at Pao De Queijo
Congratulations to this award winning Brazilian Spot we all have to try! Pao De Queijo has been a celebrated spot of Brazilian food, widely recognized by sources such as Time Out Magazine, Business Insider, and even featured on the television show Burger, Bee and Que on CookingChannel TV. The establishment serves breakfast (all day), lunch,…
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