Top Boutique Hotels in LIC. Astoria and Long Island City are among the very best neighborhoods one can choose to live in. Our close proximity to Manhattan, a growing arts and cultural scene, as well as the vast array of trendy cafes, bars and restaurants and a strong sense of community, make LIC the place to be.

Yoga in Astoria, LIC, Manhattan, NYC - Recently, we had the pleasure of sitting down and talking with the multi-talented actress and yoga instructor, Ms. Dana Kraft.

Yoga in Astoria & LIC, NY - Anthea Yoga is Astoria’s intimate home for yoga and wellness. The name Anthea means “The Blossoming One” and comes from the Greek epithet for "Goddesses of healing."

Take advantage of the best social Happy Hour scene that is happening at some of Astoria's most popular bars, pubs, restaurants and grills. We live in a world filled with technology. The PCs, desktop computers, iPads and smartphones have become the new Happy Hour, at our workplace and in our home. We can't seem to get away from the world of Facebook and endless emails to send and answer. Honestly, sometimes it all can be a little overwhelming.

Pet stores Astoria - LIC, Long Island City. Pet lovers who call Astoria and LIC home are lucky to have so many friendly, clean, affordable choices when it comes to pet stores. Any of us who have ever been mom or dad to a dog, cat or bird know what joy pets bring to our lives. Pets are so very therapeutic in nature, helping us get through economic setbacks, breakups or just feeling a little blue after an emotional day!

Astoria has been making inroads as the happening and innovative place for food, music, fitness and wellness. A brand-new, natural product, Naked Mist created by Kelly Poulos, has recently been introduced to the Astoria and Long Island marketplace. And the buzz has started!

Best Restaurants in Astoria, NY. The ethnic diversity that is a vital part of Astoria, is reflected in the kitchen of our communities best restaurants and in the faces and customs of our friends and next-door neighbors.

Best Coffee and everyday brunch in Astoria - At the stylish Savory Café, it's the little thing that defines great food. Fresh ingredients, hearty spices and the whole new way to cook (and love) are the key elements that bring out the flavor straight from our kitchen.

Keeping up with our fitness schedule, while juggling our busy work, family and personal lives, is a task unto itself.

CBS radio personalities, a Super Bowl-winning kicker from the New York Giants, beautiful models and tasty chili cooked to perfection by New York's Bravest, our firefighters; what more could you want?

Best Brunch Spots in Astoria. There are many benefits to living in Astoria, but when it comes to world-class brunch, it is second to none.

Body language, the signals you send out when you are communicating with another, has been shown to make more of an impact than spoken words.

The Life Coach of 30th Avenue

A former musical theater actress who has performed in shows like Sweeney Todd and The Scarlet Pimpernal, Julie Holmes now takes center stage in the lives of her clients as a professional life coach.

 Organic Stores Astoria - Vivian Dritsas, the owner of one of the best soap shops in town, tells her story for our visitors.