Posts Tagged ‘Queens’
Kaufman Astoria Studios Installs 373 Solar Panels on Its Roof
It’s not easy going green or maybe it is, Kaufman Astoria Studios recently installed 373 solar panels on the roof of Stage K, an 18,000-square-foot building within the superstructure that is the Kaufman Astoria Studios campus. The panels will help power offices, lights and elevators. Studio K was the recent home of “Best Time Ever…
Read MoreHell Gate Bridge Wants A Paint Job For Birthday Present
Officials are calling for a paint job for the iconic Astoria bridge, Hell Gate, as it turns 100 this year. Its birthday is March 17th, 2017, and to be honest, it's seen better days. The bridge is more than just an icon. It was the original inspiration behind Australia's very own Sydney Harbour Bridge, and…
Read MoreSouvlaki Bar Brings The Taste of The Old Country Mixed With Some Modern Day Charm
Okay, okay…we know what you are thinking – “Yet again another Souvlaki spot?!” We cannot deny that Greek cuisine is only a hop, skip, and a jump away as soon as you step out of your front door but Souvlaki Bar, (SVL Bar for the cool kids) it’s like γιαγιά’s recipe with an updated and…
Read MoreJerry Stiller Visits Costanza House In Astoria
Let's take a trip back to the days when Seinfeld ruled New York, and poor ol George had to put up with the creator of the 'Mansier' – his father. In this New York Daily News special, Jerry Stiller tells us some stories about days of shooting and reminisces on the house that we all…
Read MoreThe Taste Of India, In Astoria.
na·ma·ste ˈnäməˌstā/ exclamation 1. a respectful greeting said when giving a namaskar. Respect is definitely on the menu at Namaste, this charming Indian restaurant will take your breath and senses away. As soon as you walk through the doors your ears will be delighted to the soothing native cultural music of India. If you are…
Read MoreMan Robs 5 Times At Knifepoint: Police Seeking Assistance
Police are offering $2500 for any information regarding 5 robberies which occurred at knifepoint by a single suspect in the last month. The man was described as a white male, about 20 years of age. He was dressed in a black jacket, red hooded sweatshirt and dark blue jeans with gray boots. He wore a…
Read MoreCops 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…
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