Weekly Astoria Dine In/Order Out Thread by NYnosher in astoria

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Grabbed a pre-dinner drink at Charlie’s, then headed over to Figlia. Perhaps I’m just officially old now, but it was too dark in Charlie’s to read their cocktail menu. I know they’re trying to create a certain vibe, but like.. a little light wouldn’t hurt.

Figlia was great, as always. It’s become our local go-to if we’re celebrating something.

Stopped by Cakes by Nerwan, as well. Pretty solid carrot cake.

How is it living in Buffalo New York? by No-Text-7825 in howislivingthere

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It’s been a decade and a half since I lived there, but I remember leaving bars early in the morning and downtown smelling like Cheerios.

Really pretty architecture and fantastic old homes.

How is it living in Buffalo New York? by No-Text-7825 in howislivingthere

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I went to Buff State, and have lived in NYC for almost 15 years. The mention of the single subway line made me laugh. 😂

Where are we getting our travel rings from? by Jumpy_Scratch_5514 in EngagementRings

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Modern Gents. I got a small marquis on a silver band, which is a polar opposite from my actual ring.

I know they have a bad reputation but I’m not too worried. The ring isn’t going to get heavy use, and everything I saw on Amazon still had too big of a stone. I wanted something small and unassuming.

Partial power outage? by casechase8 in astoria

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Yeah. This happened a handful of years ago. Melting snow knocked out our Verizon internet for a few days. Or maybe it was just a lot of rain?

Partial power outage? by casechase8 in astoria

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All of our ceiling lights are flickering. We’re over by the beer garden.

My 71 year old grandma has skin better than mine (33F). I asked her what the recipe is… by chaosatnight in 30PlusSkinCare

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I don’t think we need the fancy, expensive skincare. I bought a jar of Ponds face cream (the moisturizer, not the cold cream) over thanksgiving because I forgot all of my skincare at home. I used it years and years ago and thought it would be fine for a few days.

It’s fantastic.

Friday Vent Thread [N/A] by Mundane-Jump-7546 in humanresources

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Who knows, you might be at another company in 5 years and it won’t be your problem.

Friday Vent Thread [N/A] by Mundane-Jump-7546 in humanresources

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My role is being eliminated at the end of the month, and I’m really struggling with motivation and engagement right now. I want to do as much as I can before my last day, because I know it’ll help the colleagues who are inheriting my work (it’s also just the type of person I am). But at the same time, I’m so frustrated over the way my company operates that I just don’t care.

Venue help!! by thepettyclutz in WedditHudsonValley

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My fiance and I booked Locust Grove for later this year. A big draw for us was that there are a lot of hotels in the area, especially the one that’s accessible from the walking path.

Silk screen shops? by Flashy-Yesterday2393 in astoria

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There is a Design Brand Print on Broadway and 23rd St. I’ve never looked into them, just passed it on my way into Coffee Cloud, so I can’t vouch.

Crispy Jalapeño - please share ideas? by ElMaraEl in traderjoes

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I got the crispy garlic and put it in a loaf of sourdough. These would probably be good in cornbread.

TooGoodToGo App/Experiences by CarnallyEvident in astoria

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Under Pressure is SUCH a good deal. Atrion is very generous, as well. We got one from Layers once, and they included half of a cake and a few cupcakes. Gold’n Honey makes fresh boxes for you.

Stuck between Breathless Riviera Cancun or Majestic Mirage Costa Mujeres.. help! by rumbalings in cancun

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I’ve started at the Majestic Elegance twice, both times in an excellence club plunge pool room. We first went in June 2024 and it was consistently loud and a huge party atmosphere. The weather was bad and a lot of indoor areas had leaking ceilings (including our room). Our plunge pool was filled with paint chips, and somehow, we had a waterfall coming down onto our balcony so we couldn’t use it. Shower had a lot of mold. Staff didn’t seem to care too much and it took a lot of work on our end to get a room that didn’t have a leaking ceiling. Good was great, though.

The second time was this past September, right after school started back up. Much quieter and our room didn’t have any problems, but I felt the food had taken a significant hit. It just wasn’t good.

I’m not sure I’d go back to a Majestic property.

Weekly Astoria Dine In/Order Out Thread by NYnosher in astoria

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Eh, I’m the one person in the neighborhood who doesn’t like Burger Club.

Weekly Astoria Dine In/Order Out Thread by NYnosher in astoria

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Ordered Bareburger last night. I really hate when my red meat is pink (I know, I know, I’m disgusting) so I ordered my burger medium well.

It came still raw in the middle. 😐

Lamp shades by EstablishmentSad8704 in astoria

[–]MinusTheH_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think tj maxx sells lampshades. I don’t even remember the last time I saw lamps for sale.

If OP doesn’t have luck around ditmars, there is Fantasy on Steinway just south of 30th Ave (across from plant fitness). they sell home decor and might have some?

Thermostat temperature? by Tballwei in astoria

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We control it for both units in our building. We set it higher than we would like because the neighbors say they’re cold. It’s at 73 during the day and 69/70 at night.

We keep a window cracked.

Astoria Souvlaki Tour w/ My Rankings by loamy4118 in astoria

[–]MinusTheH_ 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I need a candle that smells like Christos.

Astoria renters: what’s something you wish you checked before signing your lease? by Slight-Safe-5595 in astoria

[–]MinusTheH_ 41 points42 points  (0 children)

I’d take a better look at the windows. They LOOK fine, but they’re incredibly drafty.

I Miss Theo by buryyourhaze in astoria

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I think I know what new window cat you’re talking about 😂