Everyone loves a little down home Queens Comfort in their life, and judging by the steady lines that appear in front of this place each weekend, they must be doing something right. I recently caught wind of the fact that their 3rd year anniversary is coming, which in some ways seems long overdue. It sounds gluttonously delicious and I thought to spread the word with you.
Queens Comfort - 3rd Year Anniversary Party
Sunday, March 30th
10:00 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Enjoy lots of delicious, fried, baked and smoked foods, old school beats and various shenanigans.
Queens Comfort - 40-09 30th Avenue, Astoria NY 11103
646.597.8687
N/Q Train to 30th Avenue
www.queenscomfort.blogspot.com
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It's about that time, to wish a very special Happy Birthday to the awesome folks at LIC Market. There's nothing like enjoying delicious, local food right in the heart of LIC, and each year these guys put on quite the food spectacle with their Pig & Clambake event.
This year, it's taking place on Saturday, July 27th and Sunday, July 28th and will include the following tantalizing menu:
Pig roast to include:
suckling pig
rice & beans
handmade tamales
pico de gallo
tortillas and more
Clambake to include:
littleneck clams
mussels
prawns
corn on the cob
steamed potatoes and more
Add-on options
whole lobsters
BBQ short ribs
Drink specials
beer buckets
half priced mimosas
pitchers of sangria
They'll also be extending their hours throughout that weekend:
Saturday, July 27th, 2013
10:00am to 11:00pm
Sunday, July 28th, 2013
10:00am to 6:00pm
If you want the pig roast/clam bake menus, come by after 2 p.m.LIC Market - 21-52 44th Drive, LIC NY 11101
718.361.0013
7 Train to 45th Road/Courthouse Square
http://www.licmarket.com/
I can't believe it's only been a year since Alobar has joined LIC - it's felt like they've been a staple in the nabe for so long. In just one year, they've not only brought us some revolutionary food (especially in pig form) but also a great sense of community, elevating the level of food sophistication on Vernon Blvd.
See what they've got in store for their big anniversary week next week - it looks like a rich lineup of goodies is in store:
Tuesday, November 13th:
Whiskey Tuesday with Four Roses Bourbon - Includes a complimentary tasting of Four Roses Bourbon. Experts will be on-hand to share their best tips about each variety.
Wednesday, November 14th:
Alobar Charcuterie Night - One large platter of eleven house-made meats for $50 (serves 2-3 people) and includes pig ear terrine, duck breast prosciutto & foie gras-apple terrine.
Thursday, November 15th:
Anniversary Beer Dinner - Includes a 5-course menu paired with beers from San Diego's Stone Brewing Company. $50/person for dinner and pairings.
Friday & Saturday, November 16th - 17th:
Weekend Pig Roasts - Served family style, $30/person for main course and sidesAlobar - 46-42 Vernon Blvd, LIC NY 11101
718.752.6000
7 Train to Vernon Blvd/Jackson Avenue
www.alobarnyc.com
Well...I can hardly believe it, but Astoria's second Bareburger location on 31st Street and 23rd Avenue (Ditmars nabe) is celebrating its first year in business. There's no doubting how successful the Bareburger franchise has proven to be, spreading its wings into other parts of Queens such as Bayside and Forest Hills, as well as Brooklyn and Manhattan.
Don't miss their special anniversary celebration this Thursday the 20th. Come by and enjoy:
All day food and drinks specials, including:
1/2 priced snacks and essentials
$3 individual grizzly sliders (beef, turkey and veggie)
$4 any 16 oz beer, $5 any 25 oz beer
$6 pitchers of Lionshead Lager
Bareburger - 23-01 31st Street, Astoria NY 11105
718.204.7167
N/Q Train to Ditmars Blvd (last stop)
www.bareburger.com
Image by DiWine
In the spirit of celebration, I wanted to let you know about a great event that's going on this Thursday at DiWine Wine Bar. It happens to be their 3 Year Anniversary celebration, and the deals they're extending in its honor are truly awesome and something not to be missed.
A cool and somewhat under-the-radar hangout in the Western part of 31st Avenue neighborhood, DiWine is a great place to chill out after work or on a weekend night. Their wine and cocktails are craftily constructed and they also focus on entertainment and special events that bring you something a little extra.
Here's an example of what you can expect this Thursday, December 8th for their big 3 year anniversary:
3 cocktails for $6
3 beers for $5
3 types of free hors d'oeuvres
You can drop by all day and enjoy the fun. Congrats DiWine on your big 3!
DiWine – 41-15 31st Avenue, Astoria NY
718.777.1355
R/V/G Train to Steinway Street
www.diwineonline.com
Image by www.astorianyc.blogspot.comRizzo's, known for their square "Grandma" pizza is celebrating its 50th Anniversary this Saturday, May 30th. In honor of their big 5-0, they'll feature 50's prices (well almost) with $.50 slices of pizza, Italian ices and soft drinks from 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Quite a deal for this iconic pizzeria, which is loved and respected by our community. If you haven't yet checked it out, I hope this deal encourages you to do so.
In addition to all the savory pizzas, they also serve a pizzetta Nutella with hazelnut cream (Nutella), dark chocolate chips and powdered sugar. Yum!
Buon compleanno Rizzo's!
Rizzo's Pizza - 30-13 Steinway Street, Astoria NY 11103718.721.9862N/W Train to Ditmars Blvd (last stop)www.rizzosfinepizza.com
