Cuisine in Queens

Curry Chicken Salad You’ll Fall For…

Posted on October 19, 2011. Filed under: Astoria, Brunch, Indian, Recipes |

One of the things that I like most about food is what I like most about Fall, the ever-changing colors.  The early sunsets blanket the city buildings in a golden glow of pumpkin orange and falling leaves blot the sidewalks like puddles of deep red wine.  Here is a recipe for one of my favorite [...]

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Autumn Cocktail 101

Posted on October 15, 2011. Filed under: Astoria, Wine Tasting |

There’s nothing like relaxing at home on a lazy fall afternoon sipping a homemade cocktail, or 10! I first met Joe Thompson, area man, drink master and musician in the summer of 2010. His mixing expertise was noted in the 2010 fall edition of Edible Queens. While doing a photo shoot for the Notable Edibles [...]

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Free Red Mango Frozen Yogurt!

Posted on August 20, 2010. Filed under: Astoria, Free, IceCream/Ice/Gelato/Fro-Yo, Korean |

In celebration of the new Astoria location Red Mango will be giving away a free small yogurt with one topping to everyone who visits the shop in Astoria Saturday, August 21 from 11am-5pm. Get in line for a delicious cold treat! Red Mango- Astoria 30-58 Steinway St. 347 738 4197 (image credit http://fastfood.ocregister.com/review-pinkberry-vs-red-mango-pomegranate/)

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Little Pepper’s Hot Pot Makes Summer Sizzle!

Posted on August 11, 2010. Filed under: Chinese, Flushing/Corona, Off the beaten path |

Not too long ago a friend introduced me to the “hot pot“. Shortly after the introduction I discovered that the traditional Chinese stew prepared with a hot pot is an extraordinary thing. I simply had to try one myself. Salivating heavily, my dining partner and I hopped onto the 7 train en route to Flushing [...]

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This Weekend Eat and Drink in LIC Market- Now Open!

Posted on August 6, 2010. Filed under: American/Nouveau, Astoria, Brunch, Burgers, LIC |

Looking for a new place to go for your weekend lunch or evening drinks? Head out to the new LIC Market, where the menu focuses on locally acquired fare and wine. Here is a sample menu of their offerings from July 30.  LIC Market will begin serving Saturday brunch in mid-August. LIC Market- 21-52 44th Drive, [...]

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Dragon Boat Festival in Queens!

Posted on August 5, 2010. Filed under: Art, Chinese, Flushing/Corona, Free, Music & Dance, Outdoor Recreation, Parks and Recreation, Theater |

It’s the annual Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in the heart of Flushing Meadows Park this weekend Saturday August 7th and Sunday August 8th. Watch the as the magnificent dragon boats zip through Meadow Lake while the competing teams race to the finish. You don’t want to miss this once a year extravaganza! Before you [...]

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$7 Lunch Special at Dee Thai in Sunnyside

Posted on July 28, 2010. Filed under: Cheap Dining, Thai, Woodside/Sunnyside |

My friend and I stopped into Dee Thai on a sunny afternoon in hopes of a cheap satisfying meal. This place has mixed reviews, but we decided to give it a go anyway. The empty chairs and dimly lit atmosphere among the contemporary decor, were cause for alarm. Though,  despite of the sounds of crickets [...]

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LIC’s Burger Garage Menu is Finally Here!

Posted on July 22, 2010. Filed under: Burgers, Cheap Dining, LIC |

Click here to check out their menu and information on their opening date, coming soon!

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