Posts Tagged ‘Astoria’
Introducing Astoria-based photographer Clive Cadillo!
Astoria: we all know her, and most of us love her, but have you ever thought about the potential talent that might live in a city as diverse as ours? If you have, today you’re in luck. Meet Astoria-based photographer Clive Cadillo! Born and raised in Astoria Queens, Cadillo has always had an eye for…
Read MoreWelcome to dog-friendly Astoria!
Dogs: our best friends, our fur babies. Sometimes, it can be difficult for some of us to leave our tiny companions behind as we take on the day. Thankfully, Astoria is a very dog friendly city (maybe a little too dog friendly). So, you know what that means? More dog friendly businesses… aka you don’t…
Read MoreAnd the top bagels in Astoria are …
Bagels: the staple food in any New Yorker’s diet, both near and far. Ask a New Yorker what they miss the most when they leave the city, and chances are one of their answers is a good bagel. Below, we’ve compiled a list of the top bagels in Astoria, according to Yelp. Brooklyn Bagel &…
Read MoreIs it just us or is there dog poop everywhere?
As our aforementioned title states, what’s the scoop (or no scoop) on dog poop on what seems like every corner of Astoria? The culprit (s) seem to have no regard, and are simply leaving their dog’s waste in the middle of anywhere they please: the sidewalk, the corner, the grass. As per the Department of…
Read MoreValentine’s Day in Astoria: there’s something for everyone!
February’s here and we all know what that means: countless Instagrams of either ‘singles awareness’ memes or photos of couples you kind of knew (but didn’t really know) were still together. Fortunately, if you live in or are in close proximity to Astoria you know there are a variety of options to celebrate solo or…
Read MoreAstorians, rejoice, our trains are back!
Picture it: a long, freezing winter’s day (thanks, Polar Vortex), and the subway station closest to home is closed for renovations. You’re forced to make the walk from when you exit the train all the way home in subzero temperatures, wondering if it would be appropriate to take a 2-minute cab. Luckily for passengers on…
Read More‘Affordable housing’ in Astoria? Think again.
Is living in Astoria a dream of yours you’d like to make a reality? Well, this might just be your lucky day. According to city records obtained by Patch, seven ‘affordable’ housing units are up for grabs through a lottery process, with the least expensive being a one-bedroom unit priced at $2,000 for applicants with…
Read MoreWhere were you the night the sky went blue?
Is it the end of the world? An alien invasion? Thankfully, none of the above. According to Con Edison, the explanation for the occurrence was as simple as a ‘brief electrical fire’ with one of its transformers. Taking place at approximately 9PM last night at the Con Edison plant, located at 32nd St. and 20th…
Read MoreTry a true slice of Italy at Palermo
Try a true slice of Italy at Palermo What does one really look for when trying a new restaurant in the neighborhood? While everyone’s personal preferences are different, there are a few basic ingredients that separate a great restaurant from a good one: quality food & drinks, attentive service, and a comfortable atmosphere. All of…
Read More‘Tis the Season to shop in Astoria!
It’s official—the holiday season has arrived in full swing, and it feels like you’ve barely even had any time to digest that Thanksgiving feast. You keep telling yourself there are still a few days to get that last gift…or maybe all of your gifts, but fear not, Astoria has got you covered! Whether you’re in…
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