Tacos always seem to be deemed as a Mexican dish, and maybe that’s where they originated, but here in American and in Queens we’ve certainly made them our own. Sure, you can get the basic kind: ground beef with lettuce, tomato and cheese. But the world of tacos has expanded beyond what you can find…
Queens may not be part of the South, but that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy some good fried chicken. Enjoyed best with a side of mashed potatoes, a biscuit and corn on the cob, this golden and crispy poultry is the pinnacle of feel-good food. When your tastebuds need some southern comfort, and it’s too…
There’s nothing better on a chilly fall or winter Queens afternoon than a hot cup or bowl of soup. Tasty and satisfying, soup is great paired with salad and a piece of bread for dipping, or just on its own. From chicken noodle, to black bean, to Italian Wedding, there are so many different kinds…
2023: Queens Voted Cara Mia Best Caterer! Cara Mia 146 Tulip Ave , Floral Park (718) 740-9118 – caramiarestaurant.com Cara Mia is a cater from Queens Village that has roots in Broccostella, Italy, where founders Tomaso and Armanda DeCiantis were both born. Tomaso and Armanda immigrated to the United States through Ellis Island with their…
The meatball… sweet, heavenly meatball. This meaty delight has graced plates for generations but recently it has become more than just a dish included with spaghetti and drenched in mouth-watering sauce. Whether it’s part of a hero or included with a pasta, this venerable ball of beef, pork, veal, or whatever meat you prefer, never…
Pastrami on rye is perhaps one of the most famous sandwiches found in any New York deli, and in Queens it’s the same way. Brisket cured in brine and coated with seasonings such as garlic, black pepper, mustard seed, coriander, paprika and more, the meat is smoked, then steamed. Afterwards it’s put on your sandwich…
Like bagels, everyone knows that New York is home to the best pizza in the country. Maybe it’s something in the water, or maybe it’s just the magical touch of the local pizza makers, but regardless, Queens take pride in their pies. Pizza is just one of those foods that can be paired with almost…
Who said you have to be on a diet to enjoy a salad? Salads can include a lot more than just lettuce, tomatoes and croutons, and plenty of Queens restaurants have proven that to be true. You can throw in avocado, grilled chicken, shrimp, nuts, corn, rice, beans…just about anything as long as there’s some…
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…
2023: Queens Voted Joe’s Sicilian Bakery Best Cannoli! Joe’s Sicilian Bakery 212-16 48th Ave, Bayside (718) 225-2272 The cannoli seems simple enough right? All you need is a tasty pastry dough and some filling. Well, if that were the case, we wouldn’t have this category of Best Cannoli in Queens. Bayside residents are fortunate enough…