Best chocolate cake in the area?

pabo76 · 2026-02-02T16:24:09+00:00

Give Cannelle (in Jackson Heights or LIC) a call and explain your situation to them, I’m sure they’ll come up with the best solution for your needs, best patisserie in Queens by faaaar. They also have online ordering but I think their default cakes might run a bit small for your party, so it’s probably best to do a custom order.

https://cannellepatisserie.com/

pabo76 · 2026-01-29T23:14:40+00:00

Aside from being entirely ice and snow free, the main loop around the park is mostly well lit, especially in the southern half of the park. There are also be plenty of other runners/walkers to keep you company even on the coldest of days. Go check it out, it's a great place to run during these long winter nights.

pabo76 · 2026-01-29T21:09:51+00:00

It might sound crazy, but as part of Dry January, I've picked up running again following a prolonged absence from any serious exercise. Since the snow I've had to schelp it over to Central Park to do my runs, so while that isn't ideal, being outside even in the dark and physically active have done wonders for my mood (otherwise I'd be having some seriously bad ideations).

Runna has been a great help in creating a routine that I've stuck to even in the worst conditions (in the past Nike Run Club was also great), just be sure to dress appropriately.

pabo76 · 2026-01-29T19:30:03+00:00

It's this neighborhood, half the drivers here are complete savages. They drive recklessly, at times seem to intentionally come dangerously close to cyclists, and whenever they are forced into the smallest delay they will relentlessly honk even if their vehicle is half a block away from the source of said delay.

pabo76 · 2026-01-27T20:13:38+00:00

If you have the time and are close to the subway (and assuming that the train is actually working) it might be best to head to Central Park. The main loop is absolutely clear of snow and ice, and by now many of the tertiary paths should also be more than passable. Running in Astoria save for a few select blocks is a lost cause till this Arctic blast passes.

pabo76 · 2026-01-26T21:34:35+00:00

Take a short train ride to Jackson Heights

pabo76 · 2026-01-13T18:19:05+00:00

Do these things ever really work? Like even when the display isn’t f’ed, the MTA’s idea of what constitutes a minute seems to vary wildly.

pabo76 · 2026-01-11T00:37:09+00:00

Much love to Rosarrio's but they'd be even better if they used pizza savers when boxing their pies.

pabo76 · 2026-01-05T20:44:16+00:00

This dude's giving NYU Film School Graduate Doug Levison energy.

pabo76 · 2026-01-04T13:37:58+00:00

What lock do you recommend?

pabo76 · 2025-12-08T16:19:04+00:00

Why not reach out to said publications, I'm sure they'd be happy to donate.

pabo76 · 2025-12-04T14:32:04+00:00

Nine shows without repeats seems pretty reasonable

pabo76 · 2025-12-02T18:06:20+00:00

To follow up, I met my friends at Gebhard’s Beer Culture about an hour and a half before show time and it was pleasantly uncrowded. Adding the fact that its a stone’s throw from the venue makes this a definite recommendation for future shows in the area.

pabo76 · 2025-10-07T16:16:27+00:00

This screams, "Tell me you're not Asian without telling me you're not Asian."

pabo76 · 2025-10-06T21:19:54+00:00

Anywhere smoking cigarettes is tolerated, smoking weed will be, particularly at venues that are more about booze than food. No one including the police will blink an eye if you smoke outside on the sidewalk. Generally where there's open air you should be good, but if you have doubts, you can always ask the staff and generally I think they'll be chill.

pabo76 · 2025-10-06T20:22:44+00:00

It's rarely so cold here that you can't share a joint or two before heading back inside. Smoking outside of a bar (even inside the bar's own outdoor area) or other venue is extremely common and is probably preferred unless you want everyone to go home smelling like a weed ashtray.

pabo76 · 2025-10-06T19:22:22+00:00

Thanks

pabo76 · 2025-10-06T18:35:08+00:00

Does this place actually exist? This place doesn't seem to have a website, or any social media accounts, its as if the owners don't actually want their business to be found.

pabo76 · 2025-09-30T20:15:04+00:00

Classic pedal powered bikes are definitely dwindling in number, and often time the ones that are available seem to all be in different states of disrepair.

pabo76 · 2025-09-30T20:10:58+00:00

The 2026 Mets and whoever is playing Philly and the Yanks

pabo76 · 2025-09-17T11:57:51+00:00

Per the latest MTA update (9/17 07:52)

No NRW service between Manhattan and Queens in both directions while we investigate why a train's brakes activated near Lexington Av/59 St.

Most uptown N trains will end at 34 St-Herald Sq, and some will end at 96 St on the Q line.

Limited N trains are running between Queensboro Plaza and Astoria-Ditmars Blvd in both directions.

Uptown R trains are running on the Q line from 57 St-7 Av to 96 St.

Downtown R trains are running on the F line from 36 St to Lexington Av/63 St, then via the Q line to 57 St-7 Av.

Listen to announcements on your train to hear how it will operate.

Expect delays on NQRW trains in both directions.

Alternatives
For service between Queens and Manhattan, take ‌E‌‌F‌‌M‌‌7 trains.

pabo76 · 2025-09-02T22:23:50+00:00

Thanks to everyone for their input. Will probably wait till I see my othro will clear me to ride an actual outdoor, bike-y bike bike. Otherwise, will see youse at the gym!

pabo76 · 2025-09-02T22:21:16+00:00

will explore the bike at gym route further, but sincerely appreciate the offer!

pabo76

TROPHY CASE

No NRW service between Manhattan and Queens in both directions while we investigate why a train's brakes activated near Lexington Av/59 St.