Jackson Heights
Play Me, I’m Yours Public Art Project Places Pianos in Queens Parks
This summer, Play Me, I’m Yours is touring the New York City streets. The public art project is an artwork installation by British artist Luke Jerram and presented by Sing for Hope. From 9am-10pm 60 pianos will be dispersed around the city parks from June 21-July 5. Take a walk through your neighborhood and show off your talent in these [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Read it and Weep- Save Queens Libraries!
The sad little boy on the sidewalk looked up at me as he held his clipboard. He asked me if I wanted to help save the library by signing his petition. Indeed I do, and I did. The Queens Library is not just a place to check-out a book; it’s a place where your neighbors [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Vote in the Battle of the Boroughs!
Figuring out what to do after all of the Memorial Day mayhem has disappeared? WNYC is hosting first Fridays performances in their new Jerome L. Greene Space. Friday June 4th is a salute to the musicians of Queens! Support your neighborhood music scene by attending this event, participation is encouraged! The Battle of the Boroughs: Queens Throwdown [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Himalayan Yak Don’t Talk Back
Walking by the Himalayan Yak Restaurant in Jackson Heights, Queens produces all sorts of images in my mind. One image that stands out is that of a giant hairy cow wearing wooden bells and trudging slowly up a Nepali mountain range. I was curious. Did this place actually serve Yak? Was the name a mere trap [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 1 so far )99¢ Spam Burger at Jollibee’s in Woodside
The bee beckons you in with a wave of his hand, and you just can’t help yourself. You are pulled into a crowd of hungry diners munching happily as they stare at you with vacant eyes. With some unexplainable force, the Filipino fast food chain on Roosevelt avenue reels you in- hook, line and sinker. Serving meals [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 3 so far )Espresso Yourself in Jackson Heights
I stumbled upon Espresso 77 in Jackson Heights, a tiny coffee shop that exudes Queens pride. With many sandwich wraps to choose from, locally distributed coffee, and free wi-fi, this place is a satisfying get-away. Free of pretension and full of neighborhood friendliness,the cafe invites diners to grab a seat and relax comfortably for a [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Basil Seed Drink, Fungus & Cuttlefish for Dinner?
In this ordinary borough there are extraordinary things. Here are some interesting edibles found in Queens. Found: DeDe Basil Seed Drink with Honey Location: Freedom Deli & Supermarket international grocery & halal meat- 32-09 36th Ave Astoria/LIC 718-726-6323 A product of Thailand, this unique basil seed drink has the essence of honey and a texture [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Around the World in One Borough
Why travel to around the world when you can pick-up some great souvenirs right here in the neighborhood? Here are three shops that caught my eyes with their displays of fabulously unique goods. Colorful lamps imported from Turkey, eclectic jewelry from Nepal, cute dolls and spectacular wall hangings from India. CLOSED First stop: Turkey- Grand [...]
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