I am discovering your videos now, James. I am a New Yorker that has left the state. My husband and I relocated elsewhere. We are very happy where we live now, but we can never, ever put New York on the backburner! We were born in NYC and lived there all of our lives until we retired. Our home was in Rego Park, Queens but were always all over the place. Astoria was one of the areas we would visit regularly. We have eaten at the Bel Aire Diner many times and walked along all those streets in Astoria, as well as streets in other boroughs. I am happy that you have found your oasis. Wishing you all the best.
i miss Astoria so much 😢 i lived all over nyc but Astoria was my favorite little neighborhood. its a greek neighborhood but was also diverse with different cultures too. you had greek, colombian, peruvian, thai, vietnamese, mexican, italian, middle eastern, indian, and other restaurants to choose from when i lived there back in 2013. shopping for groceries was the best there because not only was there a regular grocery markets, you had an organic market, meat, seafood, bread, fruit and veggie, and cheese markets too. my favorite place to grab a bite was the popular gyro stand that stood on 32nd street and broadway. it was the best! when i go back to visit nyc, im heading there just for the gyro lol! if it is still there. 🤞
I lived in Astoria for 8 months for an exchange at Baruch College. This video made me feel nostalgic 😭I enjoyed the visit tho and your channel is awesome ! Keep it up ! 🇫🇷 🇺🇸
Looks like a fun day! Currently in the Bronx, but love coming to hang out in Astoria (hoping to do my first move there sometime soon, with any luck--enjoyed your last apartment tour too!); a friend lives near the Bel-Aire and I've been meaning to try it myself, lol. I've been going to the NYC Bagel Coffeehouse stores lately which also have tasty coffee/food, but the CoffeeCloud looks interesting (also love the Coffee Spot iirc on Steinway). Have yet to go to Socrates Park much so I'll have to do that, but Astoria Park is also lovely, especially at sunset. Also, that Amsterdam marathon sounds like a huge undertaking, but I'm sure you'll do fine :)
Thanks! Yeah, they're are plenty of great spots in Astoria and they're so many I still haven't tried yet like that place you mentioned on Steinway. I'll have to check it out sometime. Best of luck with the potential move. Astoria is a great place to live!
Hey Jim, thanks for the wonderful and insightful videos. Hey - can you do a video about Hoboken and Weehawken on your next trip?? I'd love to learn more about the Jersey side of things, which usually get ignored by most tourists. But there are so many hidden gems and great eateries on the Jersey side. Not to mention the affordability of these joints. Anyways keep up the great work my friend. I'd love to learn more about Park Slope as well, so hope you do a Part Two'er on that one for sure. Thanks!
Thank you! I really appreciate it! Yeah, I'll probably do some more Jersey videos in the future. I really should visit the state more often, because you're right, there are so many hidden gems there!
@@Jamesnu Thanks Jim. Thanks again for all of your hard work. Please continue to make these wonderful videos. They are an invaluable resource for us all. I realized that you did some Jersey videos in the past. So I look forward to watching them later today. Thanks again for putting together this wonderful anthology.
Not going to lie I first stumbled upon this channel and said to myself how corny! Now viewing this episode I appreciate your acknowledgment of Astoria neighborhood staples and take your comments well!
Thank you! I appreciate it! Astoria is great! It's so big, it's practically a city itself. Even though I live here I'm still finding new things to do in the neighborhood.
What a great episode. Thanks for sharing your life w/ us. The non-Michelin food stops are intriguing and inspiring. I so appreciate the care you take to each episode. So enjoyable. Photography is alluring as well. Thanks for all the work you do.
If you are interested in The French Connection there are several interviews on UA-cam in which William Friedkin talks about all the aspects of the making of that movie. Most surprising to me is that all the exteriors were shot guerilla-style without any permits. I get the sense that filmmaking, at least cinematography, might be a field that you would like to pursue on some level.
Thanks for the recommendations! That's interesting. I didn't know that. In fact I just saw the movie a couple of months ago and really enjoyed it. Yeah, I definitely enjoy film making. Who knows what the future may hold.
@@thecrimedog8424 Yep, they're the same style of fries that I had as a side with the same seasonings. All of the food from the truck does have a lot of oregano on it, which I really enjoy, but it doesn't provide one with the freshest breath and I always have to consume a mint or two afterwards. It's worth it though!
I thought the male lead in FC was Very unsympathetic, still do - but excellent in other films. Still, that was his breakthrough! I'd never bother with the book though after seeing the film..
Enjoy watching your informative videos man! I also live in Astoria and a big foodie like you. Lets have lunch or dinner together once. I got many places to introduce to you!
Skipped lunch because you had a big breakfast and will be having a big dinner. After that huge sugary donut I think the dinner will be skipped too. LOL. Better off having lunch.
I'm guessing living in Queens is not quite as much as an ordeal as living in Manhattan. From what I've seen, for an ordinary person (i.e. not rich) to live there requires tons of sacrifice and battle of will.
I am discovering your videos now, James. I am a New Yorker that has left the state. My husband and I relocated elsewhere. We are very happy where we live now, but we can never, ever put New York on the backburner! We were born in NYC and lived there all of our lives until we retired. Our home was in Rego Park, Queens but were always all over the place. Astoria was one of the areas we would visit regularly. We have eaten at the Bel Aire Diner many times and walked along all those streets in Astoria, as well as streets in other boroughs. I am happy that you have found your oasis. Wishing you all the best.
Thank you so much! Indeed, Queens is a special place with so much to offer. Thank you for watching. I really appreciate it!
i miss Astoria so much 😢 i lived all over nyc but Astoria was my favorite little neighborhood. its a greek neighborhood but was also diverse with different cultures too. you had greek, colombian, peruvian, thai, vietnamese, mexican, italian, middle eastern, indian, and other restaurants to choose from when i lived there back in 2013. shopping for groceries was the best there because not only was there a regular grocery markets, you had an organic market, meat, seafood, bread, fruit and veggie, and cheese markets too. my favorite place to grab a bite was the popular gyro stand that stood on 32nd street and broadway. it was the best! when i go back to visit nyc, im heading there just for the gyro lol! if it is still there. 🤞
I know what you mean! Astoria is a special place and the food is amazing! It really is a neighborhood that has almost everything.
Great video of Astoria! I highly recommend Balancero coffee shop close by
Thank you! Yeah, that's a coffee shop that I've always wanted to try. Thanks for the recommendation!
I grew up in Astoria. I really miss that place.
Nice! It's such a great neighborhood!
I enjoy all your videos love learning about new places
Thank you! I really appreciate it!
I lived in Astoria for 8 months for an exchange at Baruch College. This video made me feel nostalgic 😭I enjoyed the visit tho and your channel is awesome ! Keep it up ! 🇫🇷 🇺🇸
Thank you! I really appreciate it!
Looks like a fun day! Currently in the Bronx, but love coming to hang out in Astoria (hoping to do my first move there sometime soon, with any luck--enjoyed your last apartment tour too!); a friend lives near the Bel-Aire and I've been meaning to try it myself, lol. I've been going to the NYC Bagel Coffeehouse stores lately which also have tasty coffee/food, but the CoffeeCloud looks interesting (also love the Coffee Spot iirc on Steinway). Have yet to go to Socrates Park much so I'll have to do that, but Astoria Park is also lovely, especially at sunset.
Also, that Amsterdam marathon sounds like a huge undertaking, but I'm sure you'll do fine :)
Thanks! Yeah, they're are plenty of great spots in Astoria and they're so many I still haven't tried yet like that place you mentioned on Steinway. I'll have to check it out sometime. Best of luck with the potential move. Astoria is a great place to live!
That certainly was a solid breakfast!
Simple, freshly made and sold for a good price! It was a solid breakfast indeed!
i always enjoy your videos. they're so well put together.
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!
Hey Jim, thanks for the wonderful and insightful videos. Hey - can you do a video about Hoboken and Weehawken on your next trip?? I'd love to learn more about the Jersey side of things, which usually get ignored by most tourists. But there are so many hidden gems and great eateries on the Jersey side. Not to mention the affordability of these joints. Anyways keep up the great work my friend. I'd love to learn more about Park Slope as well, so hope you do a Part Two'er on that one for sure. Thanks!
Thank you! I really appreciate it! Yeah, I'll probably do some more Jersey videos in the future. I really should visit the state more often, because you're right, there are so many hidden gems there!
@@Jamesnu Thanks Jim. Thanks again for all of your hard work. Please continue to make these wonderful videos. They are an invaluable resource for us all. I realized that you did some Jersey videos in the past. So I look forward to watching them later today. Thanks again for putting together this wonderful anthology.
@@brandonwaagan2096 Thanks for the support and kind words! I really appreciate it!
Not going to lie I first stumbled upon this channel and said to myself how corny! Now viewing this episode I appreciate your acknowledgment of Astoria neighborhood staples and take your comments well!
Thanks! I really appreciate it!
James you are a king
Haha! Thank you!!
I really enjoyed this video. Astoria is a great neighborhood. I don't go very often but I always find something new and exciting when I do!
Thank you! I appreciate it! Astoria is great! It's so big, it's practically a city itself. Even though I live here I'm still finding new things to do in the neighborhood.
@Dale, what neighborhoods do you often visit?
What a great episode. Thanks for sharing your life w/ us. The non-Michelin food stops are intriguing and inspiring. I so appreciate the care you take to each episode. So enjoyable. Photography is alluring as well. Thanks for all the work you do.
Thank you for the nice words and thanks always for watching! It makes me happy to know that people out there enjoy my work.
If you are interested in The French Connection there are several interviews on UA-cam in which William Friedkin talks about all the aspects of the making of that movie. Most surprising to me is that all the exteriors were shot guerilla-style without any permits. I get the sense that filmmaking, at least cinematography, might be a field that you would like to pursue on some level.
Thanks for the recommendations! That's interesting. I didn't know that. In fact I just saw the movie a couple of months ago and really enjoyed it. Yeah, I definitely enjoy film making. Who knows what the future may hold.
That switch to the t-shirt tho💪 good call😁👌
Haha!😀Thank you!
your video is very good
Thank you so much!
Nice video James. Have you thought about making a video on the best coffee’s you’ve tried in NYC?
Thank you! Yeah, I might do something in the future with NYC coffee shops, but it's a bit overwhelming. There's just so many great ones!
@@Jamesnu out of the various ones I’ve frequented, I’d say the one you need to try is Oslo. Granted, I am a latte drinker
@@zachscheel3784 I know Oslo. I don't think I've had it yet, but I'll definitely give it a try now. Thanks for the recommendation!
Great video, more videos like this please.
Thank you so much!
Excellent book!! Enjoy
Thank you! I ended up really enjoying the book. Now I've got to check out the movie.
@@Jamesnu we had a question about the gyro you ate. Are those the same fries in it, as the ones you ate for your side? Or seasoning different
@@thecrimedog8424 Yep, they're the same style of fries that I had as a side with the same seasonings. All of the food from the truck does have a lot of oregano on it, which I really enjoy, but it doesn't provide one with the freshest breath and I always have to consume a mint or two afterwards. It's worth it though!
Very nice video. And very nice tshirt. I want it. Xd
Haha! Thank you!
Solid donut
It was a great donut indeed!
@@Jamesnu need to add ice cream on it
@@NoahEats Absolutely!
Have you been to Bohemian Hall? I like visiting their beer garden when in the area.
I actually haven't. I really should though!
I'm hopeful the next donut I buy is around the size of my face like that jelly donut!
Absolutely! There's nothing wrong with having one donut, so it better be pretty darn big!
I thought the male lead in FC was Very unsympathetic, still do - but excellent in other films. Still, that was his breakthrough! I'd never bother with the book though after seeing the film..
Good choices, Jimmy! Have you tried the secret menu at Between the Bagel on 30th? 🤐🤫
Thank you! Unfortunately I have not, but I just looked it up. I'll definitely have to try it now! Thanks for the recommendation!
Enjoy watching your informative videos man! I also live in Astoria and a big foodie like you. Lets have lunch or dinner together once. I got many places to introduce to you!
Thanks! I appreciate that! Indeed, they're so many amazing places in Astoria I still have to try!
Im from the UK and would love move to this state, what area do you guys recommend?
There's definitely a lot of great areas in the state. When it comes to NYC, Queens is very nice and much more affordable than Manhattan.
Have you visited the former high line railroad that is a park/garden?
I have. It's a great park. A perfect place for a walk!
Skipped lunch because you had a big breakfast and will be having a big dinner. After that huge sugary donut I think the dinner will be skipped too. LOL. Better off having lunch.
Haha! Yeah, I didn't go hungry on this day!
I'm guessing living in Queens is not quite as much as an ordeal as living in Manhattan. From what I've seen, for an ordinary person (i.e. not rich) to live there requires tons of sacrifice and battle of will.
Yeah, you have to be tough to live in NYC.
Bel Aire Doesn't have coffee ?
They definitely have coffee, but I just wanted to go to another spot where I could have my coffee and linger a bit longer over a book.
It’s clear now; you like beer 🍺, food 🥘 and blondes 👱♀️
Haha! Yep, I definitely like those, but also coffee of course!
@@Jamesnu My apologize. You like beer 🍺, food 🥘, coffee ☕️ and blondes 👱♀️
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you can afford the carb intake. nice day in your area. look forward to your trip!!
Haha! Thank you! I do love carbs!
Really enjoying your channel all the way from the U.K. Keep up the good work!
Thank you so much!