Posts Tagged ‘Astoria’
Cops Receive Cop Of Month Honors After Huge Arrest
Two Astoria police officers – Przemyslaw Jamiolkowski and Craig Zaleski – have received Cop of the Month honors during Tuesday’s 114th Precinct Community Council meeting in Astoria, after arresting two men who were wanted in connection to a list of larcenies. On December 22th, 2015, at about 9:30PM, the two officers were out patrolling the neighborhood when they spotted two…
Read MoreTrattoria L’incontro – Now, That’s Amore!
Are you in the mood for Italian? If so, take a trip to the old country by way of Trattoria L’incontro, no passport required. In 1999, under the direction of Chef Rocco Sacramone, Trattoria L’incontro opened its doors and instantly became an institution amongst Astorians. As you walk through the doors your breath will be…
Read MoreGrowing Up Astoria
There’s no question about it, Astoria is ever changing, and with the influx of the new generations comes parallel their innovative take on food, culture and of course, real estate. It is quite easy to get lost in the hookah lounges, craft beer bars and gourmet pizza restaurants, but it is not that far in…
Read MoreKing of Falafel’s Moving To Ditmars
With the lines already getting long at this brand new brick and mortar, we wondered what would happen to the King of Falafel and Shawarma's food truck of which we loved oh so much over the years. Well, it's moving to Ditmars. After realizing that the current location isn't the most viable, as the brick and…
Read MoreWelcome Back W!
It's finally been confirmed. Rumors of the W Line being resurrected from the grave have been circling the grape vine for quite some time, but for many of us it was all too good to be true. On Thursday, the MTA finally announced that those rumors were in fact true, and they are seriously…
Read MoreBobby Flay At Bel Aire Diner
Busy day for Bel Aire Diner today as internationally renowned Chef Bobby Flay was seen filming a show with local residents. The super star Chef has had many popular shows, mostly on the food network, introducing American audiences to a wide range of cuisines – along with his hit show Beat Bobby Flay – where contestants…
Read MoreShuya Cafe de Ramen Is Just, Amazing!
Shuya only recently opened its doors, and already it’s making waves among the foodies of New York. The Japanese Ramen cafe is fast becoming a must try for any New Yorkers who love looking for fresh and authentic Japanese cuisine. Bringing you back to Tokyo, this place is a taste above the rest. It’s Ramen is…
Read MoreAstoria House Sells For Record $2 Million
The house, located on 48 – 07 21st Ave, was sold by real estate broker Luca DiCiero, recently. The two-family home isn’t your average house, according to QNS. Equiped with a free-standing Jacuzzi, chef’s eat-in-kitchen and island breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, touchscreen security systems, home theater with 110-inch TV, custom bar, pool table, laundry room,…
Read MoreSal, Kris & Charlie’s Deli Makes Yelp’s Top 100 Places to Eat In US For 2016
Well it's nothing new to us, but Sal, Kris & Charlie's Deli just made #64 Yelp's top 100 places to eat in the US. The Astoria deli has been serving up some of the best sandwiches around for over 70 years and with their hero sandwiches it's safe to say we'd like them here for the…
Read MoreKing Souvlaki Reigns Supreme
In 1979, George Tsampas' Uncle started serving the mainy Greek community of Astoria he's homemade souvlaki. The fresh ingredients and passion for the Hellenic cuisine soon attracted lines of Astorians waiting for some platter and gyros, but it wasn't until 1992 – when George took over – that the King was truly born. 'The Greek on the…
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