Posts Tagged ‘Astoria’
Nature’s Taste is Opening Next Week!
We were recently tipped of by one of our favorite tweeters, Astoria Haiku, that Nature’s Taste is just about ready to open! Spoke w/owner, Nature’s Taste plans opening next week, doing inventory & organizing staff. Meat-smoker on premises! pic.twitter.com/escGSRNv1l — Astoria Haiku (@AstoriaHaiku) August 15, 2014 The new shop is owned by Theodoros Toumazou. The…
Read MoreAthens Square Park is Almost Ready!
A year ago, the New York City Parks Department began construction on the plaza at Athens Square Park. Slated to go under repairs and renovations that totaled $850,000, the park is now nearly complete and will be open again for locals to enjoy within the next few weeks! The park has always been a symbol…
Read MoreBasil Brick Oven Pizza!
The last time we spoke about finding the perfect pizza in Astoria – our page exploded. We had no idea you all were so passionate about pizza! Suggestions came pouring in – and Basil Brick Oven Pizza was at the very top. Now, we’ve had Basil before, and we weren’t crazy about it – so we thought…
Read MoreDanny Leonard: Singer, Song Writer…and Judo Black Belt!?
This week’s Human of the Week is local musician Danny Leonard! How did you get started as a musician? Honestly, my start in music is as uneventful as it can be. When I was 18, I walked into my brother’s room to check out his new birthday present. It was this classical guitar that my…
Read MoreAstoria Billiards shut down
There’s some shady things going on in Astoria. Astoria Billiards club was recently shut down – following an intense police raid. The NYPD cited the presence of gambling as the reason for the shut down. A restraining order sign outside the establishment was posted, stating that no property could be removed because of the gambling…
Read More…and the Flo Lounge winner is!
Thanks to everyone that entered! We’ll have a new contest for you guys soon!
Read MorePig out and get lei’d!
The First-Annual Katch Astoria Pig Roast Luau Party Select Kona Beers: $4 SingleCut Astoria Secret Pig Roast Special Batch: $5 Special Mai Tais: $5 *Print out ticket above to guarantee admission. Fee will be paid at venue door upon arrival and presentation of ticket.
Read MoreSaying good-bye to Crescent Lounge
In the ebb and flow that is Astoria businesses, it’s easy to blink and see a new restaurant, cafe or coffee shop open, and just as often, unfortunately, the closing of another. Tonight we’re saying good-bye to a local favorite, Crescent Lounge. Owned by local residents, Crescent Lounge was a place to relax. It was…
Read MoreSafe cycling!
Bicycling in New York City can be a wonderful experience, but safety should always be a cyclist’s priority. The Police Department wants to help ensure the well-being of cyclists and the security of their bicycles. The following information is designed to promote safety by informing cyclists of the rules of the road as they pertain…
Read More60 Beans is here!
Astorians have been eagerly awaiting the opening of 60 Beans, and the doors to the latest coffee shop have finally opened! They have all the offerings you could want out of a coffee shop – from tea to espresso, to hot and iced drinks. There’s also lots of yummy, fresh pastries – including Dough donuts…
Read More