boro magazine november 2012

ASTORIA // LIC // SUNNYSIDE CREATE // CULTIVATE // INSPIRENOVE

MBE

R 2

012

VO

L 2:

12

DINE LIKE A STAR

pg. 6

STARS FROM QUEENS

pg. 20

FIND THE STARS

pg. 22

SEE THEM LIVE!

pg. 26

at the b

est sp

ots

in Astoria

, LIC

,

Sunnysi

deGREA

T

DISCOUNTS

ST R POWER

QUEENS HAS

104077_CS5.5.indd 1104077_CS5.5.indd 1 10/24/12 7:04 AM10/24/12 7:04 AM

2 | BOROMAG.COM | NOVEMBER 2012


NOVEMBER 2012 | BOROMAG.COM | 3



EDITOR-IN-CHIEF AND PUBLISHER julian lesser // CREATIVE DIRECTOR philippe trinh // EDITOR john lee // COPY EDITOR norm elrod ART DIRECTORS paul connolly, alt // GRAPHIC DESIGNERS alberto michieli, emma cason-pratt, sydney auerbach // STAFF WRITERS bradley hawks, ben mims, daniel crown, lillian shaw, rebecca mcnamara, matthew taylor, brett jones, meaghan trainor // STAFF PHOTOGRAPHERS javier ibañez, daniel pando, jesse winter // SALES AND MARKETING nadine auerbach // WEBMASTER janmichael guzman // DISTRIBUTION MANAGER sadee brathwaiteONLINE EDITORIAL COORDINATOR matthew taylor // CREATED AND PUBLISHED BY JKL Projects Inc

ADVERTISE IN [email protected] // 914.426.2939www.BOROmag.com/advertise

BORO HOURS: Mon-Fri 10AM-5PM

*This magazine is made from FSC® certified paper, printed with soy ink and 100% recyclable. Please recycle after use.BORO Magazine published by JKL Projects. All materials Copyright © 2012 BORO / All rights reserved. Opinions and claims made by advertisers areadvertisers’ claims only. BORO Magazine accepts no responsibility for any claims made by advertisers. BORO Magazine reserves the right to publish any images without providing photo/image credit. No part of this publication may be reproduced without permission of the publisher.

6 DINE LIKE A STAR Classy joints for an upscale meal.

20 STARS FROM QUEENS Famous people from the BORO.

22 FIND THE STARS Where’s the next movie shoot?

26 SEE COMEDY LIVE! Comedy club scene booming in LIC.

30 SWEAT LIKE A STAR Make Pilates the key to your star bod.

12 NOVEMBER 2012 EVENTS15 MAP IT DIRECTORY Your Go-to Guide For Astoria, LIC and Sunnyside’s best shops,

food, art, nightlife and More.

16 MAP IT: ASTORIA, LIC & SUNNYSIDE MAP32 DISCOUNTS & PROMO PAGE Exclusive savings, discounts and freebies for the month of

November in Astoria, LIC and Sunnyside.

COVER: Photo credits: Getty Images

FEATURES DEPARTMENTS

REMEMBER TO TAG YOUR QUEENS INSTAGRAM PICS WITH #BOROMAG AND LOOK FOR YOUR PHOTOS IN ONE OF OUR FUTURE ISSUES!

/ BOROmag @BOROmag

6DINE LIKEA STAR 26SEE THE

STARS LIVE


The raw bar at S Prime Steakhouse features a

shellfi sh bouquet along with an array of East and

West Coast oysters.

Fresh sashimi-grade coriander crusted tuna, on a bed of artichokes, salsify,

and autumn vegetables.

Story + Photos BRADLEY HAWKS

Dine like a StarWith the fi lming of hit shows like Th e Sopranos and 30 Rock (Silvercup Studios) and Sesame Street and Nurse Jackie (Kaufman Astoria Studios) and such hit movies as Sex and the City, our corner of Queens has seen its fair share of celebrities. So when you feel the urge to splurge and dine like the stars, here are a few of Astoria’s most elegant dining rooms to try.

S Prime Steakhouse Few things defi ne elegance and refi nement as well as

an upscale American steakhouse. Recently opened next-door to the Studio Square complex, S Prime Steakhouse marries tradition with contemporary design in one of the most magnifi cent dining rooms in Astoria-Long Island City. Th e two-story main room is bordered by high-back leather banquettes and a wine tower, encased in glass, which features a carefully edited selection from around the globe. Ascending beyond the industrial beams and dramatic balconies, an upper-level labyrinth reveals three intimate private dining rooms of varying size and ambience. Stretching below the dining room is a pristine steel kitchen and a Himalayan rock salt-lined room custom-designed for on-premises dry-aging — the signature 28 oz. rib eye is dry-aged for 60 days.

Th e expected carnivorous favorites are all executed superbly. But what make S Prime Steakhouse particularly special are Executive Chef Joel Reiss’s sophisticated spins on some steakhouse classics. Rice pilaf is no longer; here sausage-studded lap cheong fried rice steals the show. Creamed corn is now a generous sharing bowl with entire strips of corn from the cob, blanketed in a decadent Parmesan cream. Garnet and golden roasted beets are meticulously plated like an edible mosaic with Roquefort, apples and aged balsamic. A smooth and heavenly vanilla bean-speckled cheesecake, crowned with sweet macerated berries, rivals any previous version of New York cheesecake. From start to fi nish, S Prime off ers a refreshingly relevant vibe with an old spirit.

35-15 36th St, LIC | 718-707-0660www.sprimenyc.com


FO

OD

FO

OD


The Astor Disaster is a decadent brunch stack of brioche french toast, pulled BBQ short ribs, cheddar cheese, bacon, eggs, and onion rings.

S Prime dry ages their steaks on premises with Himalayan rock salt for up to 60 days.

The Astor Room At this subterranean supper club, nestled directly

beneath Kaufman Astoria Studios, you can quite literally dine like a star. Th e Astor Room was originally built as the commissary (the fi lm industry term for cafeteria) for Paramount Pictures in the 1920s. Contracts still require the studio to provide catering for all of the shows presently fi lming. So although Th e Astor Room has now transformed into a historical restaurant and cocktail lounge, the same kitchen that prepares your Mother & Child Reunion (an appetizer featuring a crispy poached egg on a bed of buff alo chicken) was serving lunch to Big Bird and Edie Falco just hours before.

34-12 36th St, Astoria | 718-255-1947www.astorroom.com



Locale’s Blackened Mayan shrimp

Locale’s pumpkin pie martini Locale

At Locale, owner Johnny Kolyenovic aspires to off er “a taste of the city without having to travel there.” With the expertise of Executive Chef and culinary visionary Jesse Davis, the team at Locale is achieving just that... and much more. “Families come for brunch, take the kids home, and then bring friends back for an elegant dinner,” smiles Kolyenovic. Th e restaurant is one of those rare gems that appeals to nearly every demographic, off ering intimacy at candle-lit, window-side tables for two, communal space for larger parties, a vibrant bar for singles and friends, and an elevated split-level lounge for groups of friends. Nurse Jackie has fi lmed several episodes at Locale, and Life on Mars hosted its wrap party here.

Take just one bite of any of Chef Davis’s dishes, and it’s no secret why the stars and locals keep coming back again and again. Delicately balancing artistry with fresh fl avors, the menu features gorgeous plates using only organic, locally sourced ingredients. Blackened Mayan shrimp is served like a Jenga tower over a log cabin of yucca fries and a moat of creole purée. Almond brownies are topped with creamy peanut butter, then blanketed with homemade whipped marshmallow and melted with the brûlée torch. Th e platings are as beautiful as they are delicious. Th e vibrant cocktail list includes a pumpkin pie martini that uses actual pumpkin purée. And the most beautiful part? No waiting for a train or cab to get home after.

33-02 34th Ave, Astoria | 718-729-9080www.localeastoria.com


FO

OD

FO

OD


Testaccio’s fettuccine tossed with mushrooms and green peas, wrapped in prosciutto

Locale

Testaccio Stepping through the front doors of Testaccio

and beyond the main bar into the dining room is almost like traveling onto a studio lot designed to replicate a Roman piazza. Gigantic earthenware pots, a multi-layered wine tower, and the glow from the brick pizza oven — all under dramatically vaulted ceilings — put the Rome in Romantic. Th is is not your typical Italian pizzeria. Pies here arrive with shaved black truffl es. Fresh pastas, made in-house, range from classic cacio e pepe to al dente fettuccine tossed with mushrooms and green peas, gift-wrapped in ribbons of prosciutto. In a stunning dining room, with a diverse and delicious menu, you can feel like a million bucks without spending it.

47-30 Vernon Blvd, LIC | 718-937-2900www.testacciony.com




FIND | FOLLOW

8 - 0 8 Q U E E N S P L A Z A S O U T H L O N G I S L A N D C I T Y, N Y 1 1 1 0 1RAVELHOTEL.COM PENTHOUSE808ROOFTOP.COM 718.289.6118

WORLDWEDNESDAYSA BI-WEEKLY PARTY FEATURING LIVE MUSIC & DANCE PEFORMANCES

FEATURING Salsa, Bolero, Cha–Cha, Samba,Merengue, Tango, House, Flamenco,Latin Fusion, Afro-Cuban

HOSTED BYMARTINEZ DANCE STUDIOSALSA CLASSES STARTING @ 7:30 PM

PLAN YOUR HOLIDAYPARTYP A C K A G E S S T A R T A T $ 5 0 P E R P E R S O N *

B R A N D N E W * * * *

Penthouse808 at R A V E L H O T E L



11/16 7PM-11PM (NIGHTLIFE+ENTERTAINMENT)REST-AU-RANT’S 5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY W/LIVE MUSICFREE | Rest-Au-Rant718-729-9009 | 30-01 35th Ave, LICwww.rarbarlic.com

11/16 9PM-11:30PM (NIGHTLIFE+ENTERTAINMENT)LIVE MUSIC: BRIAN ADLER’S HELIUMFREE | The Queens Kickshaw718-777-0913 | 40-17 Broadway, Astoriawww.thequeenskickshaw.com

11/17 11AM-3PM (BODY+SOUL)TIGHTAN GYM OPEN HOUSE PARTYFREE | Tightan Gym718-274-1606 | 31-21 31st St, Astoriawww.tightan.com

11/17 12PM-8PM (ART)WOODFIRE CERAMICS BY LIC ARTISTSFREE | Ten10 Studios347-820-4979 | 10-10 47th Rd, LIC

11/17 12PM-9PM (EXPLORE YOUR BORO)2ND ANNUAL THANKSGIVING ASTORIA ZOMBIE WALKFREE | Start at Studio Square, End at Bohemian Hall.646-981-3339 | 35-33 36th St, AstoriaEmail [email protected]

11/17 @ 8PM (NIGHTLIFE+ENTERTAINMENT)GARY GULMAN PERFORMS$20 | Laughing Devil Comedy Club 347-91-DEVIL | 47-38 Vernon Blvd, LICwww.laughingdevil.com

11/23 9PM-11:30PM (NIGHTLIFE+ENTERTAINMENT)LIVE MUSIC: THE FUNKTASTIC 4FREE | The Queens Kickshaw718-777-0913 | 40-17 Broadway, Astoriawww.thequeenskickshaw.com

11/24 12PM-5PM (SHOPPING)SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY: SHOP LOCAL EVENTFREE | SITE NYC718-626-6030 | 35-11 34th Ave, Astoriawww.sitenyc.com

11/28 @ 8PM (NIGHTLIFE+ENTERTAINMENT)ROAST$10 | Laughing Devil Comedy Club 347-91-DEVIL | 47-38 Vernon Blvd, LICwww.laughingdevil.com

11/30 @ 6:30PM (BODY+SOUL)WORKOUT & WINE$22 | PNT Group Fitness & Cycling347-396-5809 | 10-68 Jackson Ave, LICwww.pntfitness.com

11/6 @ 8PM (NIGHTLIFE+ENTERTAINMENT)ELECTION DAY SHOW$10 | Laughing Devil Comedy Club 347-91-DEVIL | 47-38 Vernon Blvd, LICwww.laughingdevil.com

11/8 9PM-12AM (NIGHTLIFE+ENTERTAINMENT)LIVE MUSIC: MARCOS VIGIO PRESENTS I <3 SUZIEFREE | Rest-Au-Rant718-729-9009 | 30-01 35th Ave, LICwww.rarbarlic.com

11/9 9PM-11:30PM (NIGHTLIFE+ENTERTAINMENT)LIVE MUSIC: HOMESICK HOUND DOGSFREE | The Queens Kickshaw718-777-0913 | 40-17 Broadway, Astoriawww.thequeenskickshaw.com

11/10 ALL DAY (ART)ARTIST IN RESIDENCE PAUL DISCOE DEMONSTRATES JAPANESE WOODWORKINGFREE W/ADMISSION | The Noguchi Museum718-204-7088 | 9-01 33rd Rd, LICwww.noguchi.org

11/10 12PM-4PM (NETWORKING+SHOPPING)THE QUEENS TRAVELING MARKETFREE | Laughing Devil Comedy ClubRSVP to [email protected] | 47-38 Vernon Blvd, LICwww.designforyou.biz

11/10 @ 11:30 PM (NIGHTLIFE+ENTERTAINMENT)MOVEMBER PARTY FT. LIVE MUSIC BY BOURBON & BLISSFREE | Veslo718-728-0549 | 32-11 Broadway, Astoriawww.veslonyc.com

11/13 6PM-10PM (NETWORKING+SHOPPING)THE QUEENS TRAVELING MARKETFREE | Brick CaféRSVP to [email protected] | 30-95 33rd St, Astoriawww.designforyou.biz

11/14 9AM-2PM (LOCAL BUSINESS)LIC PARTNERSHIP ANNUAL LUNCHEON & TRADE SHOWFREE FOR WALK-THRU | Terrace On The Park718-786-5300 | 52-11 111th St, Flushing Meadows Parkwww.licpartnership.org

11/14 7PM-9PM (ART)SC CONVERSATIONS: SURREAL MACHINESFREE | SculptureCenter718-361-1750 | 44-19 Purves St, LICwww.sculpture-center.org

11/16 5PM-9PM (ART)WOODFIRE CERAMICS BY LIC ARTISTSFREE | Ten10 Studios347-820-4979 | 10-10 47th Rd, LIC

11/16 6PM-8:30PM (FOOD+DRINK)ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTYFREE | Astoria Park Wine & Spirits718-606-1142 | 28-07 24th Ave, Astoriawww.astoriaparkwineandspirits.com

11/1 @ 7PM (LITERATURE)TERRY HOPE ROMERO COOKBOOK SIGNINGFREE | SITE NYC718-626-6030 | 35-11 34th Ave, Astoriawww.astoriabookshop.com

11/1 9PM-12AM (NIGHTLIFE+ENTERTAINMENT)LIVE MUSIC: JOE LUNG AND CEDRIC LAMARFREE | Rest-Au-Rant718-729-9009 | 30-01 35th Ave, LICwww.rarbarlic.com

11/2 5PM-8PM (ART)FALL FIRST FRIDAYSFREE | The Noguchi Museum718-204-7088 | 9-01 33rd Rd, LICwww.noguchi.org

11/3 ALL DAY (FOOD+DRINK)DAY OF THE DEAD CELEBRATION: SPECIAL PRE-FIXE MENUSEE MENU | Skinny’s Cantina718-806-1068 | 47-05 Center Blvd, LICwww.skinnyscantina.com

11/3 11AM-4PM (FOOD+DRINK)LEARN TO HOMEBREWFREE | Brewstoria23-84 23rd St, Astoriawww.brewstoria.com

11/3 11:30AM-12:30PM (FAMILY)ORIGAMI DOJO-FOR CHILDREN 3 YEARS & UP$5 | babyNOIR646-470-4728 | 26-16 23rd Ave, Astoriawww.babynoir.net

11/3 @ 2PM (FILM)THE IMAGINATION ILLUMINATED: THE JIM HENSON JOURNALFREE W/MUSEUM ADMISSION | Museum of the Moving Image718-777-6800 | 36-01 35th Ave, Astoriawww.movingimage.us

11/4 @ 12PM (ENTERTAINMENT)OPEN MIC MARATHONFREE | Laughing Devil Comedy Club 347-91-DEVIL | 47-38 Vernon Blvd, LICwww.laughingdevil.com

NOVEMBER EVENTS



11/30 8PM - 11PM (MUSIC)LIVE MUSIC: AMERICAN SONG BOOKFREE | Thymari Bar-Restaurant718-204-2880 | 32-07 34th Ave, Astoriawww.thymari.com

11/30 9PM-11:30PM (NIGHTLIFE+ENTERTAINMENT)LIVE MUSIC: SIX DEADLY VENOMSFREE | The Queens Kickshaw718-777-0913 | 40-17 Broadway, Astoriawww.thequeenskickshaw.com

ONGOING11/1-11/11 (EXPLORE YOUR BORO)FESTIVAL OF FLAGSFREE | Skillman AvenueSkillman Ave b/t 46th & 52nd St, Sunnyside

11/1-11/17. THURS/FRIDAYS @ 8PM, SATURDAYS @ 2PM+8PM (THEATRE)BILLY WITCH: A NEW DARK COMEDY BY GREGORY MOSS$18; $12/STUDENTS+SENIORS | Astoria Performing Arts Center718-706-5750 | 30-44 Crescent St, Astoriawww.apacny.org

11/7-11/11 @ 7:30PM; 2:30 SHOWS ON 11/7 & 11/9 (THEATRE)ANNA IN THE TROPICS$5 | LaGuardia Performing Arts Center718-482-5151 | 31-10 Thomson Ave, LICwww.laguardiaperformingarts.org

11/14-11/20 (SHOPPING)15% OFF SUCCULENT ARRANGEMENTSCOUPON CODE BOROTG | NYC Farm Chic Flowerswww.nycfarmchicflowers.com

SUNDAYS 1:30PM-3:30PM (FOOD+DRINK+ENTERTAINMENT)DIVA DRAG BRUNCH WITH JIGGLY CALIENTEA LA CARTE BRUNCH | Aroma31 Bistro718-777-5557 | 33-20 31st Ave, Astoriawww.aroma31ny.com

MONDAYS 9PM-11PM (NIGHTLIFE+ENTERTAINMENT)MUSIC MONDAYSFREE | Sweet Afton718-777-2570 | 30-09 34th St, Astoriawww.sweetaftonbar.com

MONDAYS & THURSDAYS @ 7PM (NIGHTLIFE+ENTERTAINMENT)POOL LEAGUE$20 | Break Bar & Billiards718-777-5400 | 32-04 Broadway, Astoriawww.break-ny.com

TUESDAYS @ 8:30PM (NIGHTLIFE+ENTERTAINMENT)STUMP TRIVIAFREE | Break Bar & Billiards718-777-5400 | 32-04 Broadway, Astoriawww.break-ny.com

TUESDAYS 9PM-11PM (NIGHTLIFE+ENTERTAINMENT)WHINE+CHEESE COMEDY SHOWFREE | Rest-Au-Rant718-729-9009 | 30-01 35th Ave, LICwww.rarbarlic.com

WEDNESDAYS @ 8:30PM (NIGHTLIFE+ENTERTAINMENT)STREET FIGHTERFREE | Break Bar & Billiards718-777-5400 | 32-04 Broadway, Astoriawww.break-ny.com

THURSDAYS @ 8PM (NIGHTLIFE+ENTERTAINMENT)LIVE JAM FREE | Winegasm Bar & Eatery718-932-3331 | 31-86 37th St, Astoriawww.winegasmeatery.com

Find more November events at www.BOROmag.com/Events

NOVEMBER EVENTS


NOVEMBER 2012 | BOROMAG.COM | 15Continued on page 18

MANDUCATIS RUSTICA (A,4)(718) 937-131246-3 Vernon Blvd, LICwww.manducatisrustica.com

MEXIBBQ (C,2)(718) 626-033337-11 30th Ave, Astoriawww.mexiqny.com

ORNELLA TRATTORIA ITALIANA (B,1)(718) 777-947729-17 23rd Ave, Astoriawww.ornellatrattoria.com

OVELIA (B,2)(718) 721-721734-01 30th Ave, Astoriawww.ovelia-ny.com

PENTHOUSE808 (A,3)(718) 289-61188-08 Queens Plaza South, LICwww.penthouse808rooftop.com

PITA PAN (C,2)(718) 204-163337-15 30th Ave, Astoria www.pitapanny.com

PORTALIA RISTORANTE (B,2)(718) 545-350035-03 Broadway, Astoriawww.portalianyc.com

QUEENS COMFORT (C,2)718-728-235040-09 30th Ave, Astoriawww.queenscomfort.com

QUEENS KICKSHAW (C,2)(718) 777-091340-17 Broadway, Astoria www.thequeenskickshaw.com

RÈST-ÂÜ-RÁNT (B,2)(718) 729-900930-01 35th Ave, Astoriawww.rarbarlic.com

S PRIME STEAK HOUSE (C,2)(718) 707-066035-16 36th Ave, Astoriawww.sprimenyc.com

SAGE GENERAL STORE (B,4)(718) 361-070724-20 Jackson Ave, LICwww.sagegeneralstore.com

SHI (A,4)(347) 242-24504720 Center Blvd, LICwww.eatdrinkshi.com

SKINNY’S (A,4)718-806-106847-05 Center Blvd, LIC

SUGAR FREAK (C,2)(718) 726-585036-18 30th Ave, Astoriawww.sugarfreak.com

THYMARI (B,2)(718) 204-228032-07 34th Ave, Astoriawww.thymari.com

VESTA (A,2)(718) 545-5550 2102 30th Ave, Astoria www.vestavino.com

WILLIAM HALLET (C,2)(718) 269-344336-10 30th Ave, Astoriawww.williamhallet.com

WINEGASM BAR AND EATERY (C,2)(718) 932-333131-86 37th Rd, Astoria www.winegasmeatery.com

YAJAI (B,2)(718) 956-955933-16 30th Ave, Astoria www.yajaithaifood.com

BAKERIESASTOR BAKE SHOP (A,2) (718) 606-8439 12-23 Astoria Blvd, Astoria www.astor-bakeshop.comBROOKLYN BAGEL & COFFEE COMPANY (C,2)(718) 777-112136-14 30th Ave, Astoriawww.bkbagel.com(C,1) 35-09 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria(C,2) 35-05 Broadway, Astoria

MALU (A,4)(718) 729-625812-09 Jackson Ave, LICwww.amomandpopshop.com

SWEETLEAF (A,4)(917) 832-672610-93 Jackson Ave, LICwww.sweetleafl ic.com

FOOD SHOPSASTORIA BIER & CHEESE (C,2)(718) 545-558834-14 Broadway, Astoria

ASTORIA PARK WINE AND SPIRITS (B,1)28-07 24th Ave, Astoriawww.astoriaparkwineandspirits.com

ASTORIA WINE AND SPIRITS (C,2)(718) 545-94633412 Broadway, Astoriawww.astoriawines.com

FOOD CELLAR (A,4)(718) 606-97864-85 47th Rd., LICwww.foodcellarandco.com

SHOPSAPOLLO GALLERY (C,2)(718) 786-759034-10 36th Ave, Astoria

BELIEF (B,1)(718) 721-4444 29-20b 23rd Ave, Astoriawww.beliefnyc.com

BABYNOIR (B,1)(646) 470-472826-16 23rd Ave, Astoriawww.babynoir.net

INSIDE ASTORIA (C,1) (718) 956-4000 28-07 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria

KRISTEES (B,1)(718) 204-5031 2401 23rd Ave, Astoriawww.kristeesny.com

RESTAURANTSALEWIFE (A,4)(718) 937-74945-14 51st Ave, LICwww.alewifequeens.com

ALIADA (B,2)(718) 932-224029-19 Broadway, Astoria

AROMA 31 (B,2)(718) 777-555733-20 31st Ave, Astoriawww.aroma31ny.com

ASTOR ROOM (C,2)(718) 255-194734-12 36th St, Astoriawww.astorroom.com

AVENUE CAFE (C,2) (718) 278-6967 35-27 30th Ave, Astoriawww.avenuecafenyc.com

BAREBURGER (B,2)(718) 777-701133-21 31st Ave, Astoria(718) 204-716723-01 31 St, Astoriawww.bareburger.com

BEAR (A,2)(917) 396-493912-14 31st Ave, Astoriawww.bearnyc.com

BRICK CAFE (B,2)(718) 267-2735 30-95 33rd St, Astoriawww.brickcafe.com

BREAD BOX CAFE (A,4)(718) 389-97004711 11th St, LICwww.breadboxcafelic.com

BURGER CLUB (B,2)(718) 777-778832-02 30th Ave, Astoriawww.burger-club.com

BURGER GARAGE (B,3)(718) 392-042425-36 Jackson Ave, LICwww.theburgergarage.com

BUTCHER BAR (C,2)(718) 606-814037-08 30th Ave, Astoriawww.ButcherBar.com

CAVO (C,2) (718) 721-100142-18 31st Ave, Astoriawww.cavoastoria.com

CAFÉ BAR (C,2)(718) 204-527332-90 36th St, Astoriawww.cafebarastoria.com

CAFÉ VIA ESPRESSO (C,1)(718) 545-32902409 Steinway St, Astoriawww.cafeviaespressoastoria.com

DIWINE (C,2)(718) 777-135541-15 31st Ave, Astoria www.diwineonline.com

EL AY SI (A,4)(718) 389-878147-38 Vernon Blvd, LICwww.elaysi.com

FATTY’S (B,1)(718) 267-70712501 Ditmars Blvd, Astoriawww.fattyscafenyc.com

IL BAMBINO (C,2)(718) 626-008734-08 31 Ave, Astoria www.ilbambinonyc.com

LENG THAI (B,2)(718) 956-7117 33-09 Broadway, Astoriawww.lengthainewyork.com

LIC MARKET (B,4)(718) 361-0013 21-52 44th Dr, LICwww.licmarket.com

LINN (B,2) (718) 204-00602913 Broadway, Astoria www.linnrestaurant.com

LOCALE (B,2)(718) 729-908033-02 34th Ave, LICwww.localeastoria.com

115

2

105

6

3

4

23

5

7

26

8

35

9

87

10

11

12

13

14

53

15

16

86

18

19

20

61

22

109

69

74

1

24

91

25

28

55

116

30

31

29

108

32

33

34

40

37

36

27

38

39

104

44

45

47

48

21

49

50

51

52

54

75

LIC: LIVING (A,4)535 51st Ave. LICwww.licliving.com

LOVEDAY 31 (B,2) (718) 728-4057 3306 31st Ave, Astoria www.loveday31.com

SITE (C,2)(718) 626-603035-11 34th Ave, Astoriawww.sitenyc.com

PETSCITY VET (A,4)(718) 433-133445-44 Vernon Blvd, LICwww.cityvetnyc.com

STEINWAY COURT VET (C,2)(718) 728-282232-14R Steinway, Astoriawww.steinwaycourtvet.com

FLORISTSFLORESTA (A,4) (917) 612-4446 51-02 Vernon Blvd, LIC 4-85 47th Rd, LIC www.fl orestanyc.com/blog

NYC FARM CHIC FLOWERSwww.nycfarmchicfl owers.com

MAP IT DIRECTORY

28-07 24th Ave., Astoria, NY718-606-1142

We Are Now Taking Orders for Holiday Gift Baskets

for more information visit www.astoriaparkwineandspirits.com

free wine tastings every friday 6:00-8:30


CB

A

22

11

MAP

IT

2

3

1

11

4

4

5

6 87

9

10

86

13

14

16

105

24

19 1

09

20

23

116

108

35

26

27

30

31

32

33

34

34

34

38

50

114

49

4445

47

48

57

6263

65

77

67

71

42

78

80

81

82

83

84

88

43

70

89

9293

94

97

103

ASTO

RIA

76

73

111

36

91

59

104

100

112

53

61

29

52

46

60

58

74

69


7

8

12

15

18

22

25

28

55

37

39

54

17

51

6466

72

79

85

113

90

95

96

98

9910

1

LONG

ISLA

ND C

ITY

110

8040

5468 10

1

44

33

CB

A

21

105

104

115



CARNEGIE HALL(212) 247-780057th St and 7th Ave, NYwww.carnegiehall.org

FLUSHING TOWN HALL(718) 463-7700 x 222 137-35 Northern Blvd, Flushing www.fl ushingtownhall.org

KAUFMAN ASTORIA STUDIOS (C,2)(718) 706-5300 34-12 36th St, Astoria www.kaufmanastoria.com

LAGUARDIA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (C,3)(718) 482-5151 31-10 Thomson Ave, LICwww.laguardiaperformingarts.org

MUSEUM OF THE MOVING IMAGE (C,2)(718) 784-0077 36-01 35th Ave, Astoria www.movingimage.us

NOGUCHI MUSEUM (A,2)(718) 204-7088 9-01 33rd Rd, Astoria www.noguchi.org

REISSTUDIOS (A,3)“An international community of established and emerging artists”(718) 570-366343-01 22nd St, LICwww.ReisStudios.com

SCULPTURECENTER (B,3)(718) 361-175044-19 Purves St, LICwww.sculpure-center.org

THE SECRET THEATRE (B,3)(718) 392-07224402 23rd St, LICwww.secrettheatre.com

SOCRATES SCULPTURE PARK (A,2) (718) 626-1533 32-01 Vernon Blvd, Astoriawww.socratessculpturepark.org

TEN10 STUDIOS (A,4) (917) 449-953910-10 47th Rd, LICwww.ten10studios.com

SERVICES

ARK LOCKSMITH 24/7 SERVICE (C,2)(718) 932-LOCK (5625)30-10 37th st, Astoria www.Astorialocksmith.com

DR. PANAGIOTIS PAGONIS, M.D. (B,2)(718) 278-030030-16 30th Ave, Astoriawww.drpagonismd.com

HERO COMPUTER REPAIR NYCApple/Mac Computer Repair [email protected] | www.iamhero.net

MPN LAW FIRM (C,2)(718) 777-04003403 Broadway, Ste. 200, Astoriawww.mpnfi rm.com

RCN (A,3)Digital TV and High-Speed Internet Services33-16 Woodside Ave, LIC(212) 842-7981www.rcn.com/boromag

VARDIMAN EYEWEAR (C,2)(718) 204-503734-18 Broadway, Astoria www.vardimaneyewear.com

VIDEO EXPRESS (C,2)(718)626-08463408 30th Ave, Astoria

EVENTSFOUNDRY (A,3)(718) 786-777642-38 9TH St, LICwww.thefoundry.info

THE RENAISSANCE EVENT HALL (A,1)(718) 274-459027-34 21st St, Astoriawww.renaissanceofastoria.com

HOTELSRAVEL (A,3)(718) 289-6101 8-08 Queens Plaza South, LICwww.ravelhotel.com

Z NYC HOTEL (A,3)(212) 319-7000 11-01 43rd Ave, LICwww.zhotelny.com

TATTOO SHOPSSUPER NOVA TATTOOS (C,1)(718) 274-5712 38-01 23rd Ave, Astoriawww.supernovatattoo.com

BEAUTYGIGI SALON (C,2)(718) 777-7755 34-17 30th Ave, Astoria www.gigistylingstudio.com

PRIMP AND TEASE SALON (A,4)(718) 472-2001 5-02 50th Ave, LIC

REDKEN SALOON (C,2)(718) 956-336636-17 30th Ave, Astoriawww.redkensaloon.com

FITNESSANTHEA YOGA&HEALING ARTS CENTER (C,2)(718) 606-004934-01 45th Street, Astoriawww.antheacenter.com CLUB FITNESS (B,2)(718) 545-000431-11 Broadway, Astoriawww.clubfi tnessny.com

CROSSFIT DYNAMIX GYM (C,1)(718) 606-038136-05 20th Ave, Astoriawww.dynamixgym.com

SEEK FITNESS (B,1)(347) 924-900427-18 23rd Ave, Astoriawww.seek-fi tness.com

PNT FITNESS (A,4)(347) 396-580910-68 Jackson Ave, LICwww.pntfi tness.com

TIGHTAN GYM(718) 274-160631-21 31st St, Astoriawww.tightan.com

YOGA AGORA (B,2)(718) 626-068033-02 Broadway, 2nd Fl, Astoriawww.YogaAgora.com

THE YOGA ROOM (C,2)(718) 274-025538-01 35th Ave, Astoria (718) 786-7962 (A,4)10-14 47th Rd, LICwww.the-yoga-room.com

SPASREJUVENATE FACE AND BODY (B,1)(718) 626-4434 26-17 23rd Ave, Astoria www.Rejuvenatenyc.com

NIGHTLIFE / BARSBOHEMIAN HALL & BEER GARDEN (B,1) (718) 274-49252919 24th Ave, Astoria www.bohemianhall.com

BREAK (B,2)(718) 777-54003204 Broadway, Astoriawww.break-ny.com

BRICK BAR (B,2)(718) 267-2735 30-95 33rd St, Astoriawww.brickcafe.com

DOMAINE WINE BAR (A,4)(718) 784-235050-04 Vernon Blvd, LICwww.domainewinebar.com

LAUGHING DEVIL (A,4)(347) 913-38454738 Vernon Blvd, LICwww.laughingdevil.com MOSAIC CAFE AND LOUNGE (B,1)(718) 728-0708 25-19 24th Ave, Astoriawww.mosaicnyc.net

RAVEN HEAD PUBLIC HOUSE (C,2)(718) 777-75653804 Broadway, Astoria www.ravenheadpublichouse.com

STUDIO SQ. BEER GARDEN (C,3)(718) 383-100135-33 36th St, Astoria www.studiosquarenyc.com

SWEET AFTON (C,2)(718) 777-257030-09 34th St, Astoria www.sweetaftonbar.com

TANTRA LOUNGE (B,2)(718) 937-457435-50 31st St, Astoria www.Tantraloungenyc.com

ART5 POINTZ (B,4)(317) 219-268545-46 Davis St, LICwww.5ptz.com

THE ART HOUSE (C,2)(516) 724-156231-06 35th St, Astoriawww.gabrieleperici.com

ASTORIA FINE ARTS DANCE (C,1)(718) 247-074038-01 23rd Ave, Astoriawww.asfa-dancestudio.com

UNDERPENNY (A,4) (917) 517-149210-13 50th Ave, LIC

REAL ESTATEBEAUDOIN REALTY GROUP (A,4)(718) 505-922021-54 45th Ave, LICwww.beaudoinrealtor.com

MODERN SPACES (A,4)(718) 784-1110 10-63 Jackson Ave, LIC 47-42 Vernon Blvd, LIC29-20 23rd Ave, Astoriawww.modernspacesnyc.com

WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE (C,2) (718) 310-43033501 30th Ave, Astoriawww.wfhm.com

114

77

56

57

59

62

63

64

65

66

17

67

71

72

46

58

42

76

78

79

60

73

80

81

82

83

84

85

68

111

43

88

89

70

90

112

100

107

102

92

113

93

94

95

110

96

97

98

99

105

101

103

GET YOUR BUSINESS LISTED!

Want your business listed in our directory?Call: (914) 426-2939

Email: [email protected]



Valid only for new residential RCN customers or customers that have not had RCN’s service within the last 30 days. Off er expires November 30, 2012. Digital TV refers to RCN Limited Basic cable TV package only. Monthly off er rate does not include taxes, surcharges, equipment fees or any other costs. All rates subject to applicable equipment taxes, franchise fees and other government imposed charges and fees and are not included in the price. Certain services available at an additional rate. Distinct pricing exists for months 1–12, 13–24, 25–36. Please refer to the package you are purchasing for pricing terms as well as what services and equipment are included. Additional fees may apply for services, equipment and installation outside of those specifi ed as part of the package. Certain services such as High Defi nition channels and TiVo, but not limited to these services, may require compatible equipment available at an additional monthly charge. For more information on RCN’s 3 year price structure, visit rcn.com. All sales subject to credit check. Check your RCN Residential Sales Order Form for additional terms and conditions or log on to rcn.com. No substitutions. Internet speeds may vary and are not guaranteed. Other restrictions may apply. Not all services available in all areas. © 2012 RCN Telecom Services of New York, LP. All rights reserved.

Bundles start with:TiVo Preview HD Box

Vivid Digital TV

25 Mbps High-Speed Interneta month for thefi rst 12 months

Starting as low as:

$7999*

866.540.5534RCN.COM/BORO


STARSFROM THE BORO

Story MATTHEW TAYLOR Photos GETTY IMAGES

Christopher Walken

50 CENT50 CENTBorn in South Jamaica, 1975.

Rapper & Actor.

ADRIEN BRODYADRIEN BRODYBorn in Woodhaven, 1973. Actor.

AL ROKERAL ROKERBorn in St. Albans, 1954.

Television Host & Weatherman.

ART GARFUNKELART GARFUNKELBorn in Forest Hills, 1941. Half of

Folk Duo Simon & Garfunkel.

BENH ZEITLINBENH ZEITLINBorn in Queens, 1982. Filmmaker.

BERNADETTE BERNADETTE PETERSPETERSBorn in Ozone Park, 1948. Actress

& Comedian.

N ew York City, more than almost anywhere else in the world, generates a multifaceted and ever-evolving narrative. Locals chat with

each other about what they love and hate; tourists share photos and stories with friends; and people who have never been here project their own hopes and dreams, using the many fi lms and novels set here as a guide. In a sense, the city itself is its own greatest celebrity.

With the spotlight focused on Manhattan and Brooklyn, Queens - despite its size, burgeoning arts scene and diversity on so many levels - often gets short shrift. Th at’s usually fi ne with us locals, though. After all, not everyone needs to know about what makes our borough great — we can enjoy our home without all of the crowds.

Nevertheless Queens residents are constantly making an impact in their respective fi elds, from art to business to the culinary world. To show that they are participating in a long tradition of motivated and talented people from the borough, we compiled a list of celebrities and stars born in Queens. Get ready to be star-struck.

BILLY LOESBILLY LOESBorn in LIC, 1929. Major League

Baseball Player.

CHRISTOPHER CHRISTOPHER WALKENWALKENBorn in Astoria, 1943. Actor.

CYNDI LAUPERCYNDI LAUPERBorn in Ozone Park, 1953.

Musician, Known Best For “Girls

Just Want to Have Fun.”

DANIEL “DEE” DANIEL “DEE” SNIDERSNIDERBorn in Astoria, 1955. Frontman

of Heavy Metal Band Twisted

Sister.

DAVID DAVID SCHWIMMERSCHWIMMERBorn in Flushing, 1966. Actor,

Producer & Director.

50 cent Al Roker

Adrien BrodyBernadette

Peters


EX

PL

OR

E Y

OU

R B

OR

O


DITO MONTIELDITO MONTIELBorn in Astoria, 1965. Musician

& Author.

DONALD TRUMPDONALD TRUMPBorn in Jamaica Estates, 1946.

Entrepreneur, Reality-TV Star.

DONNA KARANDONNA KARANBorn in Forest Hills, 1948.

Fashion Designer.

EDWARD BURNSEDWARD BURNSBorn in Woodside, 1968. Actor.

ELIZABETH ELIZABETH PERKINSPERKINSBorn in Queens, 1960. Actress.

ETHEL MERMANETHEL MERMANBorn in Astoria, 1908. Actress &

Singer.

FRAN DRESCHERFRAN DRESCHERBorn in Flushing, 1957. Actress.

HANK AZARIAHANK AZARIABorn in Forest Hills, 1964. Actor.

HAVOC & HAVOC & PRODIGYPRODIGYBoth Born in LIC, 1974. Rappers,

Formed Hip-Hop Duo Mobb Deep.

HOWARD STERNHOWARD STERNBorn in Jackson Heights, 1954.

Radio Personality.

JOEY RAMONEJOEY RAMONEBorn in Forest Hills, 1951. Lead

Vocalist of Punk Rock Band Th e

Ramones.

LAMAR ODOMLAMAR ODOMBorn in South Jamaica, 1979.

Basketball Player & Husband to

Khloé Kardashian.

LUCY LIULUCY LIUBorn in Jackson Heights, 1968.

Actress.

MARTIN MARTIN SCORSESESCORSESEBorn in Queens, 1942. Director,

Producer & Screenwriter.

MERCEDES MERCEDES RUEHLRUEHLBorn in Jackson Heights, 1948.

Actress.

NANCY REAGANNANCY REAGANBorn in Flushing, 1921. Former

First Lady.

NATALIA PARUZNATALIA PARUZBorn in Astoria. Musician,

Known as the ‘Saw Lady.’

NENE LEAKESNENE LEAKESBorn in Queens, 1967. Actress.

PETER PETER FACINELLIFACINELLIBorn in Ozone Park, 1973. Actor.

RAY ROMANORAY ROMANOBorn in Middle Village, 1957.

Actor & Comedian.

ROBERTROBERT MAPPLETHORPEMAPPLETHORPEBorn in Floral Park, 1946.

Photographer.

RUSSELL RUSSELL SIMMONSSIMMONSBorn in Queens, 1957.

Entrepreneur, Creator of Phat

Farm & Co-Founder of Def Jam.

TONY BENNETTTONY BENNETTBorn in Astoria, 1926. Singer,

Best Known for “I Left My Heart

in San Francisco.”

Donna Karan

Cyndi Lauper

Lamar Odom

Joey Ramone

Lucy Liu

Fran Drescher

Elizabeth Perkins

Nancy Reagan

Martin Scorsese

Tony BennettEdward Burns Howard Stern




SEEN & HEARD

(AND TASTED)

Story + Photo BRADLEY HAWKS

A s home to two major studios, Western Queens, as

logic would have it, is also the site of several location

shoots for both the small and silver screen. Here’s a

roundup of recent and upcoming spots featuring the Boro.

PAST & PRESENT✪ Th e Quays (45-02 30th Ave, Astoria) was a location shoot

for the new Sherlock Holmes show, Elementary.

✪ When Anjelica Huston met her love interest at the East Village dive bar “Th e Bushwhack” in Smash, she was actually nowhere near the East Village, but rather at L.I.C. Bar (45-58 Vernon Blvd, LIC).

✪ Th e coff ee shop where Gossip Girl’s Vanessa worked was really Long Island City’s Communitea (47-02 Vernon Blvd, LIC).

✪ Crew members from Kaufman Astoria Studios are frequent regulars to Cafe Bar (32-90 36th St, Astoria) after work, where you can grab some meze and eavesdrop on industry gossip (now open 24 hours).

✪ Will Smith ordered 5 Napkin Burger (35-01 36th St, Astoria) when fi lming Men In Black, and Ben Stiller is another of the many celebrities who can be spotted here. A killer daily happy hour from 4 to 7 and 9 to close ($2 sliders, taquitos, hand rolls and $4 drafts) is a cheap and tasty way to spot a star.

BE ON THE LOOKOUTLook for Astoria-LIC in upcoming episodes of these shows:

✪ Orange is the New Black, starring Jason Biggs, will be fi lming at Astoria Kaufman and has already licensed several locations throughout Astoria, including 21st & Ditmars.

✪ BORO spotted Th e Good Wife fi lming an upcoming episode at Brooks 1890 Restaurant (2428 Jackson Ave, LIC).

✪ Gossip Girl recently licensed the streets at 23rd St & 45th Ave.

✪ 30 Rock shot near 30th Ave and 27th St in the middle of October.

Filming in LIC on Jackson Ave

5 Napkin Burger

FO

OD

EX

PL

OR

E Y

OU

R B

OR

O



Reach your homebuying goalsW hether you’re buying your first home, a second home or refinancing your current home, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage has the products and programs to help you reach your homebuying goals.

Wide selection of conventional and government loans New construction and renovation financing Fixed and Adjustable Rate Mortgages (ARMs) PriorityB uyer preapprovals

Contact us for a complimentary consultation.

Wells Fargo Home Mortgage is a division of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.

Paul PapoutsakisHome Mortgage ConsultantOffice: (718) 310-4314Cell: (917) [email protected]/paul-papoutsakisNMLSR ID 86741

Matthew AdessaHome Mortgage ConsultantOffice: (718) 310-4303Cell: (718) [email protected]/matthew-adessaNMLSR ID 150138

2012 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. All rights reserved. NMLSR ID 399801. AS622384 4/12-7/12

As a home mortgage consultant with Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, one of the nation’s leading retail mortgage lenders, I will work to help you find a home financing program to meet your needs.


SEE THE

COMEDY STARSLIVE

SHOWS TO CHECK OUTIN NOVEMBER

The New York Comedy Festival Presents Tough Crowd With Colin Quinn at The Creek & The Cave. 11/7 @ 8PM. $25.

Colin Quinn from Saturday Night Live will be hosting a round table discussion with four other comedians. Th ey will talk about social, political, and pop culture issues.

Gary Gulman At The Laughing Devil. 11/17 @ 8PM & 10:30 PM. $20.

A well-known comedian who has been on Th e Tonight Show With Jay Leno, Comedy Central’s Premium Blend, and HBO’s “Dane Cook’s Tourgasm’ among others is performing for a full hour, which he rarely does in NYC.

Story MATTHEW TAYLOR

Jerry Seinfeld made a surprise visit to The Creek & The Cave in late August 2012.


EN

TE

RT

AIN

ME

NT


A nyone who has spent some time in New York City these past

few years knows that Long Island City has garnered quite a reputation as a haven for artists. Its growing community of studios and galleries are making an impact citywide. What might come as a surprise, though, is that LIC has also become home to some of the city’s best and most diverse comedy shows. Of course, you won’t hear the names of any LIC venues from the pushy ticket vendors in Times Square, but our neighborhood is attracting the same top-caliber performers as any Manhattan comedy club. Steve Hofstetter, comedian and owner of LIC’s Laughing Devil Comedy Club, says that the area “is becoming the new hotbed for comedy in NYC… the scene is growing amazingly fast.”

If there was a single moment when LIC came into its own as a comedy spot, it would have to be when Jerry Seinfeld made a surprise visit to Th e Creek & Th e Cave in late August. Seinfeld introduced Colin Quinn, a Saturday Night Live star who was performing as part of his residency at the popular LIC performance space and Mexican restaurant.

While Seinfeld’s appearance was certainly a landmark, it was not without precedent. Renowned comedians have found the atmosphere and variety that LIC off ers refreshing; as Hofstetter says, “We have the hip alternative versions of the mainstream clubs.” And the quality performers have taken notice. Laughing Devil, which only opened last December, had Adam Ferrara from Rescue Me and Th e King of Queens headline a show over the summer. It was his only full set during that trip to NYC.

While LIC is attracting the big names and hosting the types of shows that are so popular at the well-known Manhattan venues, the neighborhood’s variety gives it a touch you can’t

fi nd elsewhere. According to Hofstetter, “there are so many diff erent things to see here… fans can walk around and fi nd any kind of show.”

For example, improv group Face Off Unlimited hosts a competition called Improvius Maximus at Th e Secret Th eatre on Friday nights. Teams compete to get the most laughs from the audience.

Laughing Devil has also created the Development Stage at nearby BreadBox Café. Th e stage often hosts open mics and off ers less recognized comedians the chance to perform. Pros also stop by to rehearse their acts.

Th e Chocolate Factory, known primarily as a dance, music and theater space, is also a great venue for sketch comedy from time to time.

With all of these exciting spots, and comics and audiences that seem intent on supporting and promoting them, it is easy to agree with Hofstetter when he says, “It can’t help but grow… the more LIC becomes a destination, the more people will talk to their friends when they see great shows here.” In fact, word of mouth was what brought Adam Ferrara to perform at Laughing Devil. His manager, who had attended a couple of shows, held the venue in high regard and recommended that Ferrara try it out for a gig.

Th e support for local business that we pride ourselves on in the neighborhood has played a signifi cant role as well. “We could not have expected the community support we got,” Hofstetter says. Th ose who haven’t done so already should check out a local comedy show. After all, if you’re still missing out on this scene, the joke’s on you.

CATCH LOCALCOMEDY HERE

Laughing Devil Comedy Club 347-913-3845 | 47-38 Vernon Blvd, LIC

www.laughingdevil.com

The Creek & The Cave718-706-8783 | 10-93 Jackson Ave, LIC

www.creeklic.com

Development Stage At The BreadBox Café 718-389-9700 | 47-11 11th St, LIC

www.breadboxcafelic.com

The Secret Theatre718-392-0722 | 44-02 23rd St, LIC

www.secrettheatre.com

The Chocolate Factory718-482-7069 | 5-49 49th Ave, LICwww.chocolatefactorytheater.org

Visit www.BOROmag.com

for more entertainment spots

in Western Queens.

Steve Hofstetter, comedian and owner of LIC’s Laughing Devil

Comedy Club




SWEAT LIKE A STAR

Story MEAGHAN TRAINOR Photo SIGRID PICHLER

MAT CLASSES“Our mat Pilates classes are focused on traditional

Pilates exercises performed on the mat, moving from fl oor work to standing exercises as you work on isolating and strengthening your upper and lower core muscles,” says Galjasevic. Practicing this routine, off ered at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels, can tone your body, improve your posture and reduce stress.

HOT PILATESTh e addition of the heat element deepens the

stretch, increases heart rate and burns more calories than the room-temperature variety. If you put in the work now, you won’t be sweating a thing once bikini season rolls around.

REFORMER CLASSESTh e reformer, a complicated-looking contraption

invented by the fi tness regimen’s creator, Joseph Pilates, takes your workout to the next level “by providing resistance and a less stable base from which to perform the movements,” says Galjasevic. “Challenging your stability makes your core work harder!”

BARRE BLAST“If your main goal is weight loss, then our Barre

Blast class is probably the best option since it’s a combination of cardio and Pilates,” says Galjasevic. Incorporating the ballet barre and some light weight work makes for an intense but rewarding workout. You’ll be feeling the burn after this one!

HERE ARE SOME OTHER PLACES YOU CAN GET

YOUR PILATES ON:Club Fitness

31-11 Broadway, Astoria718-545-0004 | www.clubfitnessny.com

Seek Fitness27-18 23rd Ave, Astoria

347-924-9004 | www.seek-fitness.com

The Art of Fitness32-32 Steinway St. 3rd Fl., Astoria718-687-9140 | pilatesinastoria.com

Ragan Pilates Studio21-39 45th Rd. 2nd Fl., LIC

718-433-0050 | raganpilates.com

Astoria Studio38-01 35th Ave, Astoria

718-274-0255the-yoga-room.com

LIC Studio10-14 47 Road, LIC

718-786-7962the-yoga-room.com

THE YOGA ROOM

A s winter approaches, the temptation to hibernate runs high… but rather than succumb to the call of the couch, spend the cold months getting a hot bod! Celebrities such as Madonna,

Claire Danes and David Beckham rely on Pilates to keep them looking and feeling fabulous. Pilates takes a holistic approach to fi tness, emphasizing control and concentration over repetition. It focuses on strengthening the core and lengthening the muscle fi bers, making you leaner and stronger without adding muscle bulk.

“Strengthening the deepest layer of the abdominal muscles provides support for the spine, promotes fl exibility, and cultivates an overall sense of body awareness,” says Zhana Galjasevic, owner of the Yoga Room. “Once people discover Pilates, they’re often instantly hooked because it provides a full body workout without the damaging impact.” Whatever your fi tness level, Th e Yoga Room off ers classes that will have you red-carpet ready before the last snow melts.

BO

DY

+ S

OU

L


Be local and enjoy the below offers from some of Astoria and LIC’s best merchants. Offers available through November 30, 2012. Bring BORO or coupon below to redeem discount.

Limited to 1 use per reader. Merchant restrictions may apply.

BORO DEALS & DISCOUNTS

1 FREE DRINK and comedy show with meal

on Tuesday nights 9PM-Closing.

1 HALF-PRICED bottle of wine per table Tues.

nights.

1 FREE Signature Cocktail with your meal.

WINEGASM1 FREE glass of wine with your meal. 20% OFF dinner entrees. 10% OFF when you spend $100 or more.

10% OFF your purchase. Excluding bottled

beer and on premise food consumption.

1 FREE Glass of Wine or Dessert with meal.

Redeemable mon-thurs. Limited to select wines.

Th is coupon can’t be combined with any other promotion.

$39.99 for limited Digital TV + High

Speed Internet.

1 FREE day pass, limited to fi rst time clients/

one per person.

FREE GIFT Spend $30 or more at one of our

locations to receive a gift. 1 Mercury glass votive

candle holder with oil candle included.

$15 OFF your next visit, when you mention

this ad.

$10 OFF haircuts and color. 15% OFF entire purchase.

$10 OFF Entire Purchase. Coupon Code

BORONOV

20% OFF growlers. (Select beers) 1 FREE class for new clients with BORO 10% OFF any wine purchase.


boro magazine november 2012

Documents

astoria lic sunnyside

boro magazine

best spotsin astoria

star bod

stars live104077

corner of queens

boromag6dine likea star

star classy joints