Candy. Just the word alone sounds sugary-sweet. Chocolate, lollipops, jawbreakers, gumdrops, caramel, licorice…the list goes on. No region to live in is complete without a candy store, and Queens is no exception. Because at some point, everyone, even a dentist, gets a sweet tooth. So this year, if you feel like letting out your inner…
You don’t have to go south of the border to enjoy great Mexican food right here. The cuisine is heavily influenced by chili peppers, corn and beans, as well as savory meats and scintillating spices. From what’s considered street food — tacos, quesadillas, and tamales — to home-cooked soups, rices, pastas and tortillas, it’s guaranteed…
As of 2025, this category has been discontinued. A lot goes into building: there’s the foundation, lumber for the structure’s frame, insulation, electrical needs and more. And it’s a big hassle to have to drive to different places to get everything you need, so why even bother sometimes? Lucky for you, there are some locations…
Receiving a higher education is no rarity nowadays. And luckily for Queens residents, there are many colleges and universities around that provide a wide variety of different degrees to cater to different tastes. Whether you choose to dorm or commute, any of these Queens schools will give you the education you need to get that…
2026: Queens Voted Eddie’s Sweet Shop Best Milkshake! Eddie’s Sweet Shop 105-29 Metropolitan Ave, Forest Hills (718) 520-8514 Eddie’s Sweet Shop survives because it refuses reinvention. Their line is, “An Ice-Cream Parlor Where Time Stands Still,” and the history around it bears that out: the shop dates to 1925, the Citrano family has run it…
2026: Queens Voted Performing Arts Conservatory of New York Best Music School! Performing Arts Conservatory of New York 35=57 89th St, Jackson Heights (718) 639-1425 – paconyschool.com Performing Arts Conservatory of New York marked its 25th anniversary in 2025, and what a marvelous 25 years it has been. Their curriculum is broad, and includes education…
2026: Queens Voted Neir’s Tavern Best Bartender! Neir’s Tavern 87-48 78 St, Woodhaven (718) 296-0600 – neirstavern.com A bartender at Neir’s Tavern is not working in a generic cocktail bar; they are operating across a nearly two-century-old counter, where patrons arrive with certain expectations in mind. Service at Neir’s requires speed, historical fluency, and the…
2026: Queens Voted Mama’s Empanadas Best Empanada! Mama’s Empanadas 85-05 Northern Blvd, Jackson Heights (718) 505-9937 Craving empanadas? You’re in luck. Mama’s Empanadas offers empanadas of all kinds, including corn-flour empanadas, wheat-flour empanadas, breakfast empanadas, dessert empanadas, and more, with more than forty fillings between them. If you want to try some of the hits,…
Animals are so special, and that’s why there are doctors who specialize in their care. The veterinarian is there to perform checkups and other routine services for your pet, and in the case of an emergency, surgeries and other big procedures. It’s important that you take your pet to the best Queens has to offer,…
Good plumbing is essential for any functioning building. It’s vital for sinks and toilets, showers and dishwashers. And with that in mind, it’s important that it’s all of that is taken care of properly by a reliable plumbing company. So when your sink is leaking or you need something new installed in your kitchen, seek…