A Queens couple started a baking business that sells babka, focaccia, and favorites from their Jewish and Italian cultures.

Meet three Astoria bakers that turn cookies into art for holidays, birthdays, celebrations and more.

Vanessa Gonzalez opened a store during the pandemic that honors her Mexican culture. She sells handmade clothes and accessories.

Many Astoria residents think dating is harder during the pandemic. Find out how they're still doing it.

Brick and mortar establishments in Astoria are transforming to stay safe and still still serve their communities.

Fitness centers in New York City reopened with strict new guidelines. Here's how some gyms and studios are reopening.

Chef Andrew Steinberg makes food that Jews eat. His pastrami sandwiches put him on New York City's food market map.

Here's how six restaurants in Astoria and Long Island City handle outdoor dining.

I learned to make my own terrarium with an air plant at Luludi Living Art, a plant shop offering classes in Astoria.

Jeffrey Eisner is a self-taught cook who started Pressure Luck Cooking - a blog with easy-to-follow Instant Pot recipes.

The Entrepreneur Space is helping local food businesses get to the next level. I talked to four up-and-coming small business owners.

A husband-wife team run Trattoria Ora, a new Italian restaurant in Astoria. I met them and tasted a few popular dishes.

I took a belly dancing class with professional Debbie Cartsos and learned that it's more about small movements than sparkly outfits.

Four women in Astoria started small businesses — candles, cards, baked goods, and authentic Brazilian desserts.

I went to a DIY pizza class at new restaurant, Macoletta, and made a Neapolitan style pie.

Three professional athletes started SoccerShape — fitness classes with gamefied workouts.

Ryan Brown, a chef and CrossFit trainer, started Paleo With Love, a meal delivery business.

Jen Jurek started an improv class in Astoria for women only to help them get in touch with their creative sides in a safe space.

Longtime hospitality veterans partnered with a chef and baker to open QWNS, an organic cafe in Astoria.

Kristina Borza is a holistic health coach, helping people make changes in all aspects of their lives with custom programs.