Give Me Astoria

11/19/2021

🔒 Buyer Beware 🔒

In our monthly catch-up with Morris J. Schlaf, Sacco & Fillas, we wanted to remind readers about the threat of online hackers and fraud. Cyber Monday will kick off the busiest shopping season of the year, and it will be a hotbed for cyber fraud. Morris addresses ways that we can keep our accounts and identity safe. Click the link below👇 to find out how to shop safely this upcoming Cyber Monday.

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/19/how-to-shop-safely-this-cyber-monday/

🔒 Buyer Beware 🔒

In our monthly catch-up with Morris J. Schlaf, Sacco & Fillas, we wanted to remind readers about the threat of online hackers and fraud. Cyber Monday will kick off the busiest shopping season of the year, and it will be a hotbed for cyber fraud. Morris addresses ways that we can keep our accounts and identity safe. Click the link below👇 to find out how to shop safely this upcoming Cyber Monday.

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/19/how-to-shop-safely-this-cyber-monday/

11/19/2021

🍗 Do you cook or dine out on Thanksgiving? 🍗

If you plan to cook this upcoming holiday, let the @internationalmeatmarket provide you with the best turkeys in all of Queens. Their turkeys are 100% free-range, hormone-free, antibiotic-free, and organic. So you can feel good knowing you're eating the best Queens has to offer.

🍗 Do you cook or dine out on Thanksgiving? 🍗

If you plan to cook this upcoming holiday, let the @internationalmeatmarket provide you with the best turkeys in all of Queens. Their turkeys are 100% free-range, hormone-free, antibiotic-free, and organic. So you can feel good knowing you're eating the best Queens has to offer.

11/18/2021

🎭 Tag someone who loves theatre 🎭

Move over LIC, we’ve found a thriving new arts community on the other side of Broadway. It’s been a long journey back to Woodside, for Richard Mazda, after he had to close the doors on a performance space in LIC in 2020. We're glad to report the Secret Theatre is officially reopened in its new location: Woodside, Queens.

Click the link below 👇 to read more!

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/18/stepping-into-the-woods-with-the-secret-theatre/

11/18/2021

🍷 Looking for a hangover cure? 🍷

Stop by Strand Pharmacy to pick up the over-the-counter product, Goody's for fast hangover pain relief. You can get fast pain relief plus a boost of alertness to help battle the groggy, tired feeling that comes with a hangover (especially after the holidays).

🍷 Looking for a hangover cure? 🍷

Stop by Strand Pharmacy to pick up the over-the-counter product, Goody's for fast hangover pain relief. You can get fast pain relief plus a boost of alertness to help battle the groggy, tired feeling that comes with a hangover (especially after the holidays).

11/17/2021

🏗️ A sleeping giant awakens in Hallett's Cove 🏗️

Notice anything new about Long Island City's Hallett's Cove? This little enclave of land, under the shadow of the RFK Bridge, has been a no-man’s land, forgotten or unknown—until now! The area is booming with new luxury high-rise buildings, parks, and outdoor theatre. Click the link below👇 to read more!

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/17/halletts-cove/

11/17/2021

🍝 You can't beat the classics 🍝

Craving some good ol fashioned spaghetti and meatballs? Then stop by @piu_bella_pizza next Wednesday, November 24th, for authentic Italian cuisine and trivia night! Hint hint: one of the topics may or may not be about Italian food 👀 buon appetito!

📌 Trivia Night @ PIU Bella Pizza
📍 79-16 21st Ave
🕥7 pm

11/16/2021

🌲Join us for the Athens Square Park Christmas Tree Lighting 🌲

Save the date for December 3rd, at 6 pm, for the second annual Christmas tree lighting at Athens Square Park in Astoria. Once again, the community is coming together in what will arguably be the greatest display of Christmas tree lights this side of the East River! This year, we at Give Me Astoria have donated to the event to help spread joy around the community. We hope to see you there!

📌Athens Square Park Christmas Tree Lighting
📍30th Ave and 30th St
📅 December 3, 2021
🕗6pm

Click the link below 👇 to learn more.

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/16/christmas-tree-lighting-2/

11/16/2021

🦃Who's ready to Turkey Trot? 🦃

This Thanksgiving put on your best running shoes and get ready to hit the pavement with Fit Club NY for their 5k Turkey Trot! See below for details:

📍2103 31st Ave
📌November 25th, 9am
💵 $20 entry fee
🎟️All runners are entered into a raffle for complimentary services at Fit Club NY!

11/15/2021

🍴SAVE THE DATE 🍴

Eli Goldman and his team of volunteers will fire up for charity with Tikkun BBQ once again, this Friday, November 19th, at 2:30pm, in collaboration with COMFORTLAND and the Donut Diva to raise money for the 'Make-A-Wish' foundation.

📌 Thanksgiving Turkey Fest 2021
🗓️ Friday, November 19th
🕐 2:30pm (until sold out)
📍COMFORTLAND, 40-09 30th Ave

(take-out only. Limited outdoor seating available)

Click the link below for more information:

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/15/tikkun-bbq/

11/15/2021

🌶️ It’s not tamale, it’s Tamalli🌶️

Who just so happens to make amazing tamales. While the temperature outside begins to cool down, things are heating up in the kitchen with Tamalli’s latest creation, the Tamal de Huitlacoche. Be sure to place your order now before they suddenly get gobbled up before the holiday season. Muchas gracias.

@tamalli___

🌶️ It’s not tamale, it’s Tamalli🌶️

Who just so happens to make amazing tamales. While the temperature outside begins to cool down, things are heating up in the kitchen with Tamalli’s latest creation, the Tamal de Huitlacoche. Be sure to place your order now before they suddenly get gobbled up before the holiday season. Muchas gracias.

@tamalli___

11/14/2021

🍟 Tag someone who loves french fries 🍟

No one does Souvlaki french fries like @kingsouvlaki. Just look at the seasoning on this pita-wrapped masterpiece! Be sure to grab yours at one of the King's many locations, including Astoria.

🍟 Tag someone who loves french fries 🍟

No one does Souvlaki french fries like @kingsouvlaki. Just look at the seasoning on this pita-wrapped masterpiece! Be sure to grab yours at one of the King's many locations, including Astoria.

11/13/2021

✂️ Need a color refresh? ✂️

It's not easy to find a trusted hairstylist to handle your long beautiful locks. Let the Art Room Hair Spa give you a beautiful new color and cut before the holiday season. Book now!

✂️ Need a color refresh? ✂️

It's not easy to find a trusted hairstylist to handle your long beautiful locks. Let the Art Room Hair Spa give you a beautiful new color and cut before the holiday season. Book now!

11/12/2021

💅Meet Samantha 💅

Celebrity makeup artist and aesthetician, who after years of working in the big apple, found her way back to her hometown of Astoria, Queens to open her own studio, Samantha J Stout Aesthetics. Click the link below 👇 to check out our exclusive interview about Samantha's new studio.

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/12/samantha-j-stout-aesthetics/

11/12/2021

Looking for an eye-catching centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table this year?

Check out @theparmatileshop to purchase your very own luxury stone piece. The perfect addition to any table, nightstand, or console.

Looking for an eye-catching centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table this year?

Check out @theparmatileshop to purchase your very own luxury stone piece. The perfect addition to any table, nightstand, or console.

11/11/2021

Remembering the Veterans of Astoria

🇺🇸 Happy Veterans Day to all those who have served 🇺🇸

Click the link in our bio ☝️ to read about some of the incredible Astorian residents who make this community proud 💪

Plus, a very special thanks to the Gasparre family for sharing this photo of honored veteran Luke Gasparre.

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/11/veterans-day/

In the mid-1950s, President Eisenhower officially changed the name of the holiday to Veterans Day. Happy Veterans Day to all those who serve.

11/10/2021

🥯Korean inspired bagels 🥯

The culinary fusion you didn't know you needed, until now! Click the link below 👇 to read all about our latest craving, @betweenthebagelny.

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/10/best-bagel-in-astoria/

@leftovers.guaranteed

🥯Korean inspired bagels 🥯

The culinary fusion you didn't know you needed, until now! Click the link below 👇 to read all about our latest craving, @betweenthebagelny.

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/10/best-bagel-in-astoria/

@leftovers.guaranteed

11/10/2021

🍹 It's 5 o'clock somewhere 🍹

While we're always trying to make healthy choices, cocktails will always have the last word, @thelastword_astoria. Cheers to making it through hump day!

🍹 It's 5 o'clock somewhere 🍹

While we're always trying to make healthy choices, cocktails will always have the last word, @thelastword_astoria. Cheers to making it through hump day!

11/09/2021

🥩 Tag someone who needs this steak in their life 🥩

If you're looking for edible art, look no further than @thethirstykoala. This restaurant proudly serves organic, non-GMO ingredients, as well as grass-fed and free-range meats. So not only is the food delicious, you can feel good knowing it's sustainably sourced too.

🥩 Tag someone who needs this steak in their life 🥩

If you're looking for edible art, look no further than @thethirstykoala. This restaurant proudly serves organic, non-GMO ingredients, as well as grass-fed and free-range meats. So not only is the food delicious, you can feel good knowing it's sustainably sourced too.

11/09/2021

Astoria has plans to welcome its very first @target.

The big red bullseye is making the move to Queens with an all-new three-story building located near the new @krispykreme. Click the link below 👇 to read all about the progress on Astoria's newest resident. How do you feel about a Target coming to our area?

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/08/target-astoria/

11/08/2021

🎨 Meet the artist! 🎨

Who's seen the "Welcome to Astoria" mural on Steinway? This 175-foot mural was created by local artist @zeehanwazed. Click the link below👇 to read our exclusive interview with Wazeed.

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/08/welcome-to-astoria-mural

11/08/2021

Having a NYE Celebration at your restaurant, bar, club, or establishment in Astoria, LIC, or Sunnyside? Leave a comment below!

11/08/2021

✂️ fresh cuts ✂️

If you are looking for versatility and precision, look no further than @the_real_iconsbarbershop in LIC. An iconic hairstyle starts with you, and at Icon Barber, they specialize in highlighting the physical aspects of an individual to raise their look to a whole new level. If you want to look iconic this upcoming holiday season, book your appointment now.

✂️ fresh cuts ✂️

If you are looking for versatility and precision, look no further than @the_real_iconsbarbershop in LIC. An iconic hairstyle starts with you, and at Icon Barber, they specialize in highlighting the physical aspects of an individual to raise their look to a whole new level. If you want to look iconic this upcoming holiday season, book your appointment now.

11/07/2021

🎃 The holidays are coming 🎃

No need to stress, let the professionals at @new_york_crystal_cleaning clean your home this holiday season!

🎃 The holidays are coming 🎃

No need to stress, let the professionals at @new_york_crystal_cleaning clean your home this holiday season!

11/06/2021

🏳️‍🌈 Looking for something fun to do this weekend? 🏳️‍🌈

Check out @albatrossastoria bar for weekly events every night of the week. You definitely don't want to miss Bingo Sundays with @angelamansberry! AKA NYC's campy killer queen. See you there!

🏳️‍🌈 Looking for something fun to do this weekend? 🏳️‍🌈

Check out @albatrossastoria bar for weekly events every night of the week. You definitely don't want to miss Bingo Sundays with @angelamansberry! AKA NYC's campy killer queen. See you there!

11/05/2021

⛺ Have you ever been glamping? ⛺

Escape Queens this fall with a quick trip upstate to glamp among the firey changing leaves of New England. November is peak leaf season for fall, so be sure to make the most of the fall foliage while you still can. Click the link below 👇 to discover the best glamping destinations in NYC.

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/05/the-best-places-to-glamp-in-upstate-new-york/

11/05/2021

Who's excited it's the weekend?

Let's celebrate with some Ralph's Italian Ice's! Cheers to a weekend of rest and relaxation.

@feedyourgirlfriend

Who's excited it's the weekend?

Let's celebrate with some Ralph's Italian Ice's! Cheers to a weekend of rest and relaxation.

@feedyourgirlfriend

11/04/2021

🍳 Tag someone who loves breakfast 🍳

Looking for a new local hub for artisanal coffee, crepes, and breakfast sandwiches? Then you MUST try @swaycafeny. Click the link below 👇 to learn all about how this business thrived during a pandemic, despite all odds.

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/04/an-american-dream-on-34th-avenue/

🍳 Tag someone who loves breakfast 🍳

Looking for a new local hub for artisanal coffee, crepes, and breakfast sandwiches? Then you MUST try @swaycafeny. Click the link below 👇 to learn all about how this business thrived during a pandemic, despite all odds.

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/04/an-american-dream-on-34th-avenue/

11/04/2021

The November Magazine is out now!

To learn about the best seasonal cocktails, new restaurants, and Thanksgiving happenings, visit our website, givemeastoria.com, for locations, and pick up your copy today.

#givemeastoria

11/04/2021

🍉 TGIF 🍉

Who's having a cocktail this weekend? If you say yes, then you must head to @salvatoriakitchenbar for some watermelon margaritas!

🍉 TGIF 🍉

Who's having a cocktail this weekend? If you say yes, then you must head to @salvatoriakitchenbar for some watermelon margaritas!

11/03/2021

🍸 Tis the season for some cocktails 🍸

Looking for the best seasonal cocktails in Astoria? Look no further, we've rounded up the best local bars slinging seasonal cocktails seasoned with sugar, pumpkin spice, and everything nice! Click the link below 👇 to learn more.

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/03/the-best-seasonal-cocktails/

11/03/2021

🎶 Oh yes, it's Ladies' Night 🎵

Calling all ladies, head over to Ta**ra Astoria for 2 for 1 cocktails and seasonal drink specials. Their $9 Happy Hour will take place from 5-8 pm with a live DJ spinning the best beats every Thursday this November. See you there!

11/02/2021

🍩 We're all about that dough! 🍩

Doughnut ask us any more questions, we're still drooling over this birthday cake doughnut from the newly opened @krispykreme! Click the link in below 👇 to learn about the new restaurants opening in the area.

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/01/new-restaurants-in-queens/

🍩 We're all about that dough! 🍩

Doughnut ask us any more questions, we're still drooling over this birthday cake doughnut from the newly opened @krispykreme! Click the link in below 👇 to learn about the new restaurants opening in the area.

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/01/new-restaurants-in-queens/

11/02/2021

Cocktail or tartar sauce?

Visit Psari Seafood Restaurant and Bar for 20% OFF your total bill until November 30th, 2022. Redeem this offer by showing this post to enjoy a heaping helping of delicious seafood.

Cocktail or tartar sauce?

Visit Psari Seafood Restaurant and Bar for 20% OFF your total bill until November 30th, 2022. Redeem this offer by showing this post to enjoy a heaping helping of delicious seafood.

11/01/2021

Got news?

An interesting story to tell, tips, outstanding photos, or insider info? I want to hear from you! Opening a new restaurant? Or rolling out a new seasonal menu? Know an aspiring entrepreneur or outstanding Queen’s local? My name is Merissa Principe and I am the new senior editor at Give Me Astoria. I’m looking for freelance writers as well as potential leads on interesting stories about new restaurants, cultural trends, hidden gems around the neighborhood, off-the-beaten-path activities, and outstanding locals throughout the local Queens area. Please feel free to reach out with any questions, feedback, or story ideas via email, [email protected].

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/01/give-me-astoria-editor/

Got news?

An interesting story to tell, tips, outstanding photos, or insider info? I want to hear from you! Opening a new restaurant? Or rolling out a new seasonal menu? Know an aspiring entrepreneur or outstanding Queen’s local? My name is Merissa Principe and I am the new senior editor at Give Me Astoria. I’m looking for freelance writers as well as potential leads on interesting stories about new restaurants, cultural trends, hidden gems around the neighborhood, off-the-beaten-path activities, and outstanding locals throughout the local Queens area. Please feel free to reach out with any questions, feedback, or story ideas via email, [email protected].

https://givemeastoria.com/2021/11/01/give-me-astoria-editor/