Sunday, June 30, 2013
Friday, June 28, 2013
Some Reader Contributions
A few photos I wanted to post earlier this week from readers before all the news broke about the Stadium Concerts...
Liran noticed that the frozen yogurt competition in town seems to be heating up with special deals now to be had (especially now that we have, how many? four places in just a few blocks battling for the hearts and minds of the froyo-lovers of FoHi?)...
And Manny was nice enough to send in these photos of the Willow Lake Trail last Sunday:
Thanks for sending them in guys. The photos and news everyone sends in really adds so much to this blog. Keep 'em coming to edgeofthecity@gmail.com. Have a great Friday!
Liran noticed that the frozen yogurt competition in town seems to be heating up with special deals now to be had (especially now that we have, how many? four places in just a few blocks battling for the hearts and minds of the froyo-lovers of FoHi?)...
And Manny was nice enough to send in these photos of the Willow Lake Trail last Sunday:
Thanks for sending them in guys. The photos and news everyone sends in really adds so much to this blog. Keep 'em coming to edgeofthecity@gmail.com. Have a great Friday!
Thursday, June 27, 2013
Wednesday, June 26, 2013
Village Voice Station House Article Says it All...
Doesn't it really capture the essence of our 'hood? Great article!
Forest Hills Station House Now Serving Beer and Whiskey in Queens
Forest Hills Station House Now Serving Beer and Whiskey in Queens
"After all, if someone tells you their grandmother lives in Queens, odds are Forest Hills is where she's raising hell--and she's doing it all before 10 p.m."Ok, so maybe it's a little dated now that we have music concerts here!
Wings Almost Ready to Fly
As Buffalo Wild Wings rushes to complete its new Forest Hills location I noticed they seem to have dedicated the street level portion to a separate entrance just for take-out. Now I could be wrong, and they're just advertising their tasty take-out capability on the doors below. But given how that space is set up, I am thinking it's a dedicated take-out space, kinda like what Junior's Times Square does. (Awesome place btw, if you haven't gone.) Every once in a while along comes a restaurant in FoHi that seems to really get it. And BWW is definitely off to a good start. Because if New Yorkers like one thing, it's take out! BWW's massive space makes it easier for them to do this, but boy how I wish some of our really excellent local restaurants would do the same. Isn't it annoying when you go to pick some food up at a restaurant and you feel like a pariah being forced to go stand in a corner while everyone's dining around you?
Monday, June 24, 2013
Mumford & Sons to Play Forest Hills August 28th !
At 90, a Queens Stadium Is Poised for a Comeback
"Club officials and a promoter have an agreement to hold 19 concerts over the next three years....
A new entrance will be created away from residential blocks, and there will be a curfew of about 10 p.m., Mr. Luba said, adding that for the August show all tickets would be general admission and would cost $70. He hopes to attract 16,500 people."
Mr. Luba, who scouts and prepares unconventional concert sites for the band, said he took the members of Mumford & Sons on a tour of the stadium, “and they just fell in love with it."Now I just need to score me some tickets! Here's a link to info on how to get tickets:
US TOUR ANNOUNCEMENT: THE FULL ENGLISH TOUR & RESCHEDULED DATE
Sunday, June 23, 2013
Friday, June 21, 2013
Thursday, June 20, 2013
More Coverage of The Aston
This time, from the Brownstoner Blog: Art Deco Condo Rising in Forest Hills
Our Cups Runneth Over
Given that we find ourselves in a Yogurt Glut of perhaps Biblical proportions, what with the recent opening of Red Mango and Vanilla Sky, perhaps it comes as no surprise that all this yogurt activity is having ripple effects on the shops that originally staked a claim to the yogurt hungry of Forest Hills.
I noticed over the weekend that Oko has put up a sign advertising "New Management." |
And Yogo Monster in the Austin Street Mall has also made some changes... |
Yogo Monster has switched to the ever-popular "self-serve" format a la 16 Handles and Red Mango, etc. |
One thing 'The Monster' has going for it is outdoor seating. |
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
The Hills Are Alive...
.... with the sound of music...
Glenn Paul Manion, a member of The Squeaky Clean Band, regaled Forest Hills Farmer's Market goers with some folksy tunes this past Sunday.
And I noticed this at The Flying Pig:
Glenn Paul Manion, a member of The Squeaky Clean Band, regaled Forest Hills Farmer's Market goers with some folksy tunes this past Sunday.
And I noticed this at The Flying Pig:
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
And it Has a Name: Introducing The Aston
.... as DNAInfo.com reports:
Luxury Art Deco Condo Rises in Forest Hills
The units will cost between $600,000 and $750,000..."A new luxury condo complex under construction in Forest Hills will feature Art Deco architecture, green construction and a rooftop garden for residents, its architect said."
Monday, June 17, 2013
Gothamist Covers Station House
From Gothamist:
Deep Fried Snickers And Craft Beer At Forest Hills Station House
Deep Fried Snickers And Craft Beer At Forest Hills Station House
"The elevated pub grub menu has some inventive takes on classic bar food."
Iranian Election
By the way folks, this is what happens when you have a President of the United States who has a, what's it called again, oh yeah, a BRAIN!
President-Elect of Iran Talks of Easing Tensions With U.S.
Speaking on Monday for the first time since his election victory, Hassan Rowhani called Iran’s nonexistent ties with the United States a “wound” that must be healed.
President-Elect of Iran Talks of Easing Tensions With U.S.
Speaking on Monday for the first time since his election victory, Hassan Rowhani called Iran’s nonexistent ties with the United States a “wound” that must be healed.
Sunday, June 16, 2013
Forbes: NYC Subway WiFi, A Rare Triple #Fail
Amen! This column says it all. Why is this so hard? Maddening!!
NYC Subway WiFi, A Rare Triple #Fail
NYC Subway WiFi, A Rare Triple #Fail
West Side Tennis Club Free Carnival
Was amused to see a flyer on the window of a local business for a huge celebration event at the West Side Tennis Club on Sunday, June 30th, a free carnival open to the public. Sounds like a lot of fun for all. The amused part comes because you'd think in 2013 an organization like the WSTC just might have the notion to email information about this event to the major bloggers in the neighborhood. Nope... When they finally do maybe Forest Hills will have joined the 21st Century along with most of the rest of the City!
By the way, I searched the internets for a copy of the flyer and couldn't find it anywhere. My iPhone ran out of juice when I saw it, otherwise I'd put a photo up. If anyone knows anything more about this event, or has a copy of the flyer, please email it to me at edgeofthecity@gmail.com.
Come on guys! Finding information about a major event open to the public shouldn't be this hard for the local blog in the year 2013!
By the way, I searched the internets for a copy of the flyer and couldn't find it anywhere. My iPhone ran out of juice when I saw it, otherwise I'd put a photo up. If anyone knows anything more about this event, or has a copy of the flyer, please email it to me at edgeofthecity@gmail.com.
Come on guys! Finding information about a major event open to the public shouldn't be this hard for the local blog in the year 2013!
Where to Catch Live Music in Forest Hills
Along with The Flying Pig, here's some other venues to catch some live music in Forest Hills ( thanks to Anne-Marie for the info.! ):
Banter: Friday and Saturday nights, and Sunday early evening
Jack & Nellie's: Live jazz during weekend brunches
Know of other places with live music in Forest Hills? Write them in below or email them to me at edgeofthecity@gmail.com
Banter: Friday and Saturday nights, and Sunday early evening
Jack & Nellie's: Live jazz during weekend brunches
Know of other places with live music in Forest Hills? Write them in below or email them to me at edgeofthecity@gmail.com
Budding Local Filmmakers
A reader sent in a link to this short film shot by two young residents of Forest Hills. As she explains:
"This video was made by two 13 year olds who are big fans of Assassins Creed and who have spent all their lives in Forest Hills. It's their turf, main terrain, home field. Anyway, Forest Hills never looked so dangerous!"
So grab your popcorn, sit back, and enjoy. Personally, I think we may have found our next Steven Spielberg and J.J. Abrams: Epic Assassin's Creed Journey
"This video was made by two 13 year olds who are big fans of Assassins Creed and who have spent all their lives in Forest Hills. It's their turf, main terrain, home field. Anyway, Forest Hills never looked so dangerous!"
So grab your popcorn, sit back, and enjoy. Personally, I think we may have found our next Steven Spielberg and J.J. Abrams: Epic Assassin's Creed Journey
Saturday, June 15, 2013
Friday, June 14, 2013
Good Day NY Visits Forest Hills
Our three new gastropubs continue to get a huge amount of attention:
New York News | NYC Breaking News
Thursday, June 13, 2013
Local Events
A reader recently suggested I should update the blog's Events page. Happy to oblige. Now I just need some to post there. Anyone got anything planned they want Fo Hi'ers and wannabe Fo' Hi'ers to attend?
Email them to me at edgeofthecity@gmail.com
Email them to me at edgeofthecity@gmail.com
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
More National Press for Station House
This time, from Men's Fitness magazine:
Where To Drink: Forest Hills Station House
"With an impressive gastropub menu and an array of craft beers on tap, this new Queens, New York hotspot offers everything you could want in a hip local hangout."
Monday, June 10, 2013
Station House: "New York's Latest Must-Visit Establishment"
Whoa! Thanks to Kristen over at Queens Mamas for alerting me to this! And a big congrats to Station House!
From Radar Online:
Start Spreadin’ The News: The Station House Is New York’s Latest Must-Visit Establishment
New York’s the gold standard of bars and restaurants in the country, and The Station House in Forest Hills is the latest must-visit when in the area, with a unique atmosphere and variety of special whiskeys and beers that’s second-to-none.
Vanilla Sky's Opening Day
Here are some photos from yesterday's opening of Vanilla Sky, Forest Hills' new cafe/frozen yogurt place at the corner of Austin St. and 70th Road (Restaurant Row). I have to admit I'm not much of a frozen yogurt connoisseur and don't get very excited about it (see my Tweets), but I liked their's—the flavors I tried tasted more like regular ice cream and less like yogurt. And the place is really really nice. Very modern and sleek, with great touches. I especially liked the fact that they also sell other things like sandwiches, coffee and smoothies (see their menu below). So, Forest Hills has more than just another frozen yogurt shop in Vanilla Sky. We have a full-blown cafe that's really cool and fun, and with outdoor seating to boot.
A great summery touch - enjoy your fro-yo and other treats in their "green" outdoor seating area |
Loved their cool-looking furniture. Very modern. |
They had a variety of gourmet sandwiches, sodas and waters. |
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