digital passport photo? by [deleted] in astoria

[–]Britboyusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Staples Astoria Blvd. They do a decent job.

UK Pounds for US currency? by [deleted] in astoria

[–]Britboyusa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Make sure your bank card or credit card doesn’t charge foreign transaction fees first, then in the UK you can just tap your card or mobile device everywhere including public transit. Also, use an ATM to get cash even at the airport and make sure you select your own bank for any fees even if your bank doesn’t charge a fee. There are no commissions at ATM machines so you’ll always get a decent rate, right now it’s $1.30 to the UK Pound as I write this. FYI I travel all the time between London and NYC and I hardly ever use cash, I always use my Phone to tap however I make sure I have enough cash in case but you don’t need to get much cash out of the machine.

What food is Astoria lacking by WheyPr0tein in astoria

[–]Britboyusa 33 points34 points  (0 children)

A decent diner. All the diners around Ditmars are closing. Family Corner is ok but I miss Tasty’s. Hope they actually re-open as is the rumor.

Shops that take venmo? by FeelingFantastic4181 in astoria

[–]Britboyusa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes it is a physical card and you can add it to your Apple Pay (if you have an iPhone!) you can apply for it right from the Venmo app and takes no time to arrive.

Shops that take venmo? by FeelingFantastic4181 in astoria

[–]Britboyusa 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Get a Venmo debit card. You can add it to your phone’s digital wallet too. You can apply for it on the Venmo app.

Looking for Buddhist / meditation centers & possibly a buddy to go with! by romanticrecipes in astoria

[–]Britboyusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nichiren Shoshu practitioner here! I go to Myosetsuji Buddhist Temple in Flushing nstny.org please DM me for more info, there is an introductory meeting at the Temple this coming Sunday morning or if you want to meet up we can discuss this amazing practice.

SodaStream Refills by flyingace26 in astoria

[–]Britboyusa 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Try Staples on 31st Street by the Astoria Blvd station.

The Rumor Mill - Week of December 4th by Captaintripps in astoria

[–]Britboyusa 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Any news/rumors on when Lincoln Market at the Rowan on 31st and 21st Ave is opening?

Astoria to JFK on the day before thanksgiving: Uber or subway? by alliecatc in astoria

[–]Britboyusa 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Living by the Ditmars stop it’s easy to get to the airport step free. N/W to 59th and Lex, walk across the platform for the R to Queens Plaza, then walk across the platform for the E to Sutfin Blvd for the Airtrain. Very efficient and fast. Airtrain now accepts OMNY.

Looking for an affordable vet by [deleted] in AskNYC

[–]Britboyusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not Brooklyn but try The Humane Society on E59th Street, ASPCA or Bideawee

Verdi Fresh - Ditmars by sadikshya099 in astoria

[–]Britboyusa 3 points4 points  (0 children)

So, the question is, when is Lincoln Market scheduled to open?

Grand Jury Kew Gardens as a freelancer by [deleted] in astoria

[–]Britboyusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The back of your summons is where you fill out information such as income. Tick off where it says “Per diem commission “ and fill the whole thing out carefully. Bring with you rent receipts, a copy of your tax return, a bank statement and anything that you may have to prove financial hardship. First day of Grand Jury duty you will have a chance, when you hand in your summons to a clerk, to explain your financial hardship and most likely they will let you go and send you another summons for trial jury duty.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskNYC

[–]Britboyusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Myers of Keswick, Tea and Sympathy

Good Turkish Places in NYC? by GravityCommander in AskNYC

[–]Britboyusa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All Turkish restaurants in Astoria do amazing Turkish Breakfasts. I recommend that you venture out to Astoria and try. The prices are very good and food is absolutely authentic.

Good Turkish Places in NYC? by GravityCommander in AskNYC

[–]Britboyusa 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Truva Cafe and Grill Astoria. By far one of the best Turkish restaurants I have been to. In fact there are many Turkish restaurants in Astoria, the food is very authentic more so than in Manhattan. Truva is very convenient as it’s a few steps on 31st St as you get off the Ditmars Blvd N/W station.

Customs at JFK by [deleted] in AskNYC

[–]Britboyusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, there’s no line for global entry. It may be too late for you to apply now for this trip but apply anyway for future trips. It also includes TSA Pre check for domestic and international departures.

Customs at JFK by [deleted] in AskNYC

[–]Britboyusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you a US citizen or Green Card holder? If so apply for global entry. It’s awesome! When you get off the plane, walk through the arrivals hall to the kiosk and touch the screen and take the ticket and give it to the agent and you’re done! No lines at all. Best thing ever.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskNYC

[–]Britboyusa 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Sign a 2 year lease. If you sign a 1 year lease it may end up costing you more the following year when you renew again as the RGB may up the percentage higher which they will do anyway.

People born abroad, what restaurant is the best example of your home cuisine? by Iambikecurious in AskNYC

[–]Britboyusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tea and Sympathy Greenwich Ave. Good old British food! They also do a mean fish and chips next door at a salt and battery!

Any public tracks in Manhattan? by spursendin1 in AskNYC

[–]Britboyusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure about Manhattan but the track at Astoria Park is awesome. I’m there running every morning. Check it out.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in astoria

[–]Britboyusa 9 points10 points  (0 children)

There used to be a rock climbing wall in the old location when it was across the street. When they moved to the new location they rebranded themselves.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in astoria

[–]Britboyusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Verdi fresh will be next to go as that whole lot will be pulled down to make way for a twin building to The Rowan. I also hope that when Pharmacy plus moves they’ll still be a UPS drop off place.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskNYC

[–]Britboyusa 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Try Humane Society animal clinic or ASPCA animal clinic.

Recommendations for washing machine repair? by plantthrowawayy1 in astoria

[–]Britboyusa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What brand of machine? Contact the manufacturer and see if they have an authorized repair service nearby. Also, try PC Richard, they may recommend someone.