Published work

Date Destinations: 7 Western Queens bars and restaurants to try for date night, BORO Magazine, page 14, February 2023, https://www.calameo.com/read/006530363879978d7f27d

Agave in Astoria: delicious food and a cultural experience at Mayahuel, BORO Magazine, page 18, January 2023, https://www.calameo.com/read/00653036368699c8af058

Look out, 2023: Local beauty and wellness businesses to try in the new year, BORO Magazine, page 6, January 2023, https://www.calameo.com/read/00653036368699c8af058

Tasty Tapas: Lagano Bar and Restaurant boasts vision and beauty, BORO Magazine, page 18, November 2022, https://en.calameo.com/read/00653036374a2ca3395ee

Care and ease: Mae Del Essentials, BORO Magazine, page 14, November 2022, https://en.calameo.com/read/00653036374a2ca3395ee

The Astor makes its debut on Ditmars Blvd in Astoria, Queens Courier, October 25,2022, https://qns.com/2022/10/the-astor-debuts-astoria/

Raising the Bar: Astoria Beauty Bar offers hair care with a natural touch, BORO Magazine, page 14, October 2022, https://en.calameo.com/read/006530363bdb18e115ca8

Arepa Lady Legacy: famous family food cart biz opens restaurant in Astoria, BORO Magazine, page 6, October 2022, https://en.calameo.com/read/006530363bdb18e115ca8

Back to his roots: Queens Native launches Urban Vegan Roots restaurant in his home borough, BORO Magazine, page 14, September 2022, https://en.calameo.com/read/0065303632aa4a1cd78dc

Tebbens Steel: Employees love what they do and work together with family business, Long Island Press, page 71, September 2022, https://en.calameo.com/read/00653036306bb86915097

Little Flower Cafe opens as modern halal version of NYC Coffee shop, BORO Magazine, page 18, August 2022, https://en.calameo.com/read/006530363418903405202

Flower Power-For Love and Lemon Cookies, BORO Magazine, page 14, July 2022, https://en.calameo.com/read/006530363ac4f85c482cf

Adam Piore talks up his new book, “The New Kings of New York”, Dan’s Papers, July 4, 2022, https://www.danspapers.com/2022/07/adam-piore-the-new-kings-of-new-york/

Marvel Frozen Dairy shares famous soft serve with Astoria in new location, Queens Courier, July 1, 2022, https://qns.com/2022/07/marvel-frozen-dairy-soft-serve-astoria-location/

New SLDR Burger Bar packs a mouthful of flavor in Astoria, Queens Courier, June 27, 2022, https://qns.com/2022/06/sldr-burger-bar-packs-a-mouthful-of-flavor-astoria/

New restaurant offers traditional French cuisine in Astoria, Queens Courier, June 6, 2022, https://qns.com/2022/06/new-restaurant-french-cuisine-astoria/

Dr. Brian McKenna brings women’s health initiative to Peconic Bay Medical Center, Dan’s Papers, June 7, 2022, https://www.danspapers.com/2022/06/brian-mckenna-womens-health-pbmc/

Kween in Queens, BORO Magazine, page 14, June 2022, https://en.calameo.com/read/00653036326cb8cb2e681

Eat, escape, and enjoy: Citrico Cafe, BORO Magazine, page 18, May 2022, https://en.calameo.com/read/0065303636a34ec997cc5

The best boxers of today, NYMAA.com, May 3, 2022, https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/The-Best-Boxers-of-Today_AE234.html

Marissa Becker named Hampton Synagogue Children’s center director, Dan’s Papers, April 15, 2022, https://www.danspapers.com/2022/04/marissa-becker-director-hampton-synagogue-childrens-center/

The best female fighters in the UFC, NYMAA.com, March 17, 2022, https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/The-Best-Female-Fighters-in-the-UFC_AE233.html

Women of Achievement campaign, Airport Voice, March 8, 2022, https://en.calameo.com/read/006530363502946c94986

From Wallstreet to wellness, BORO Magazine, page 18, March 2022, https://en.calameo.com/read/006530363a8c82e5c6ca8

The most historic moments in women’s UFC history, fansided.com, February 25, 2022, https://fansided.com/2022/02/25/historic-moments-womens-ufc-history/

Le Luxe Beautique in Astoria provides all-in-one upscale experience, Queens Courier, February 15, 2022, https://qns.com/2022/02/le-luxe-beautique-astoria-all-in-one-beauty/

The best MMA documentaries to watch, NYMAA.com, February 2, 2022, https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/The-Best-MMA-Documentaries-to-Watch_AE232.html

Francis Ngannou fighting technique, NYMAA.com, January 26, 2022, https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/Francis-Ngannou-Fighting-Technique_AE231.html

Five of the biggest upsets in UFC History, NYMAA.com, January 10, 2022, https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/Five-of-the-Biggest-Upsets-in-UFC-History_AE230.html

Holistic Health: NinjaBear offers wellness for the new year and beyond, BORO Magazine, page 14, January 7, 2022, https://digital-editions.schnepsmedia.com/BM012022/page_15.html

More women should learn self-defense by taking up martial arts, NYMAA.com, January 5, 2022, https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/More-Women-Should-Learn-Self-Defense-by-Taking-Up-Martial-Arts_AE229.html

Sean O’Malley’s best fighting tactics, NYMAA.com, December 20, 2021, https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/Sean-OMalleys-best-fighting-tactics_AE228.html

Looking back on the UFC-then and now, NYMAA.com, December 15, 2021, https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/Looking-back-on-the-UFC-then-and-now_AE227.html

7 places to ring in 2022, BORO Magazine, page 35, December 2021, https://digital-editions.schnepsmedia.com/BM122021/page_35.html

A foodie’s dream at Cornicello featuring fresh pasta and oversized chocolate ecclairs in Astoria, Queens Courier, November 18, 2021, https://qns.com/2021/11/a-foodies-dream-at-cornicello-featuring-fresh-pasta-and-oversized-chocolate-eclairs-in-astoria/

Astoria-based Tikkun bbq makes delicious food for a cause, Queens Courier, November 12, 2021, https://qns.com/2021/11/astoria-based-tikkun-bbq-makes-delicious-food-for-a-cause/

Maria’s Love Foundation hosts food drive to bring Astoria community together to help those in need, Queens Courier, October 28, 2021, https://qns.com/2021/10/marias-love-foundation-hosts-food-drive-to-bring-astoria-community-together-to-help-those-in-need/

How to fight like Nick Diaz, NYMAA.com, October 20, 2021, https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/How-to-Fight-Like-Nick-Diaz_AE226.html

Films, Frights and Friends: Astoria Horror Club brings film lovers together for a good scare and a great time, BORO Magazine, page 14-15, October 2021, https://digital-editions.schnepsmedia.com/BM102021/page_15.html

Boxers who fight with their strong side forward, NYMAA.com, October 1, 2021, https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/Boxers-Who-Fight-with-Their-Strong-Side-Forward_AE225.html

Live jazz and funk music with The Ditmars Sessions, Queens Courier, September 23, 2021, https://qns.com/2021/09/live-jazz-and-funk-music-with-the-ditmars-sessions/

Should the oblique stomp be banned from the UFC?, NYMAA.com, September 14, 2021, https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/Should-the-Oblique-Stomp-be-Banned-from-the-UFC_AE224.html

Comfortland’s second annual San Gennaro festival is here, Queens Courier, September 9, 2021, https://qns.com/2021/09/comfortlands-2nd-annual-san-gennaro-festival-is-here/

Come for the scenery, stay for the coffee: Cafe Renis opens on 30th avenue in Astoria, Queens Courier, September 8, 2021, https://qns.com/2021/09/come-for-the-scenery-stay-for-the-coffee-cafe-renis-opens-on-30th-avenue-in-astoria/

The East Hampton Airport starts beekeeping project to give back to the community, Dan’s Papers, September 3, 2021 edition, page 152, https://en.calameo.com/read/0036300933779bc2d864f

Award Winning 16-year old equestrian takes on the Hampton Classic, Dan’s Papers, September 2, 2021 https://www.danspapers.com/2021/09/16-year-old-equestrian-hampton-classic/

A ‘Bad Habit’ you won’t want to break: new Latin sushi restaurant opens in Astoria, Queens Courier, September 1, 2021, https://qns.com/2021/09/a-bad-habit-you-wont-want-to-break-new-latin-sushi-restaurant-opens-in-astoria/

Astoria’s Ovelia restaurant hosts event for reforestation in Greece with 9 H.U.G.S nonprofit, Queens Courier, August 19, 2021, https://qns.com/2021/08/astoria-ovelia-hosts-event-for-reforestation-in-greece-with-9-hugs-nonprofit/

Best martial arts styles for kids, NYMAA.com, July 23,2021, https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/Best-Martial-Arts-Styles-for-Kids_AE223.html

How do I choose a martial arts school for my child?, NYMAA.com, July 14, 2021, https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/How-do-I-choose-a-martial-arts-school-for-my-child_AE222.html

Should I put my kids in martial arts?, NYMAA.com, July 8, 2021, https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/Should-I-Put-My-Kids-in-Martial-Arts_AE221.html

20 in Their Twenties 2021: Erin O’Sullivan, Crain’s New York Business, June 28, 2021, https://www.crainsnewyork.com/awards/20-their-twenties-2021-erin-osullivan

20 in Their Twenties 2021: Alice Fair, Crain’s New York Business, June 28, 2021, https://www.crainsnewyork.com/awards/20-their-twenties-2021-alice-fair

Supporters commemorate 50 years of life’s WORC, Long Island Press, May 18, 2021, https://www.longislandpress.com/2021/05/18/supporters-commemorate-50-years-of-lifes-worc-joined-by-geraldo-rivera-and-sean-hannity/

Will martial arts help my child make friends?, NYMAA.com, May 8, 2021, https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/Will-Martial-Arts-Help-My-Child-Make-Friends_AE219.html

Can martial arts help kids dealing with anxiety?, NYMAA.com, May 7, 2021, https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/Can-Martial-Arts-Help-Kids-Dealing-with-Anxiety_AE220.html

Women of Achievement campaign, Airport Voice, April 20, 2021 https://digital-editions.schnepsmedia.com/AIR042021/page_15.html

Cobra Kai Characters We Love and Hate, NYMAA.com, April 12, 2021 https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/Cobra-Kai-Characters-We-Love-and-Hate_AE218.html

Some of the Most Vicious Knee Knockouts in the UFC, NYMAA.com, April 7,2021 https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/Some-of-the-Most-Vicious-Knee-Knockouts-in-the-UFC_AE217.html

Do UFC Fighters use Jeet Kune Do?, NYMAA.com, March 30,2021 https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/Do-UFC-Fighters-use-Jeet-Kune-Do_AE216.html

New York Martial Arts Academy adapts to pandemic with new backyard at Little Neck location, Queens Courier, November 10,2020 https://qns.com/2020/11/new-york-martial-arts-academy-adapts-to-pandemic-and-connects-to-their-arts-history/

Pandemic Or Not: Delicious Tapas & Cocktails Ready To Be Served At Bar Dalia, Give Me Astoria, September 4,2020 https://www.givemeastoria.com/2020/09/04/pandemic-or-not-delicious-tapas-cocktails-ready-to-be-served-at-bar-dalia/

Livestreamed classes and events keep Astoria community connected, Queens Courier, March 23,2020 https://qns.com/2020/03/live-streamed-classes-and-events-keep-astoria-community-connected/

Secret Sauce, BORO Mag, March 2020 https://digital-editions.schnepsmedia.com/BM032020/page_15.html

Astoria MMA fighter making strides toward his UFC dream, Queens Courier, March 3,2020 https://qns.com/2020/03/astoria-mma-fighter-making-strides-toward-his-ufc-dream/

Study Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at Gentle Art Studio in Astoria, Queens Courier, February 6,2020 https://qns.com/2020/02/study-brazilian-jiu-jitsu-at-gentle-art-studio-in-astoria/

Tapping into creativity, BORO Mag, February 2020 https://digital-editions.schnepsmedia.com/BM022020/page_22.html

Healthy earth, healthy body, BORO Mag, February 2020 https://digital-editions.schnepsmedia.com/BM022020/page_32.html

New coffee shop offers creative treats and a place to relax in Astoria, Queens Courier, February 3,2020 https://qns.com/2020/02/new-coffee-shop-offers-creative-treats-and-a-place-to-relax-in-astoria/

Le Vee Lash Bar offers beauty and relaxation on Astoria Boulevard, Queens Courier, January 31,2020 https://qns.com/2020/01/le-vee-lash-bar-offers-beauty-and-relaxation-on-astoria-boulevard/

Diageo’s CFO discusses why liquor giant prioritizes diversity, Crain’s NY, January 2020 https://www.crainsnewyork.com/asked-answered/diageos-cfo-discusses-why-liquor-giant-prioritizes-diversity

Viva Viva offers small plates and big flavor to Astoria, Give Me Astoria, January 24,2020 https://www.givemeastoria.com/2020/01/24/viva-viva-offers-small-plates-and-big-flavor-to-astoria/

Volunteers pack 30000 meals for the hungry at MLK day event, Long Island Press, January 21,2020 https://www.longislandpress.com/2020/01/21/volunteers-pack-30000-meals-for-the-hungry-at-mlk-day-event/

New Chinese restaurant brings authentic hand-pulled noodles and flavor in Astoria, Queens Courier, January 16,2020  https://qns.com/2020/01/new-chinese-restaurant-offers-authentic-hand-pulled-noodles-and-flavor-in-astoria/

Long Islanders show solidarity in march against anti-Semitism in Mineola, Long Island Press, January 13,2020 https://www.longislandpress.com/2020/01/13/long-islanders-show-solidarity-in-march-against-anti-semitism-in-mineola/

Holocaust survivor photo exhibit inspires and educates, Long Island Press, January 6,2020 https://www.longislandpress.com/2020/01/06/holocaust-survivor-photo-exhibit-inspires-and-educates/

Astoria restaurant teams up with local businesses for ugly sweater coat drive, Queens Courier, December 16,2019  https://qns.com/2019/12/astoria-restaurant-teams-up-with-local-businesses-for-ugly-sweater-coat-drive/

Scuba-themed tapas spot 2 Dive 4 opens in LIC, BORO Mag, December 2019 https://digital-editions.schnepsmedia.com/BM122019/page_14.html

Worth the wait, BORO Mag, November 2019 https://digital-editions.schnepsmedia.com/BM112019/page_21.html

Sac’s at the studios, BORO Mag, November 2019 https://digital-editions.schnepsmedia.com/BM112019/page_15.html

Queens Comfort hosts annual Halloween a-go-go food drive in Astoria with treats for all, Queens Courier, November 1,2019  https://qns.com/2019/11/queens-comfort-hosts-annual-halloween-a-go-go-food-drive-in-astoria-with-treats-for-all/

WNBCS Matt Brickman and Dave Price teach weather lesson at oceanside school, Long Island Press, November 1,2019 https://www.longislandpress.com/2019/11/01/wnbcs-matt-brickman-and-dave-price-teach-weather-lesson-at-oceanside-school/

Maria’s Love Foundation raises 10000 at their 6th annual kick-a-thon in Astoria, Queens Courier, October 23,2019 https://qns.com/2019/10/marias-love-foundation-raises-10000-at-their-6th-annual-kick-a-thon-in-astoria/

Sophisticated sweets, BORO Mag, October 2019 https://digital-editions.schnepsmedia.com/BM102019/page_21.html

Authentic dishes, vibrant décor, BORO Mag, October 2019 https://digital-editions.schnepsmedia.com/BM102019/page_15.html

Family and Children’s Association celebrates 135 years of service, Long Island Press, September 16, 2019 https://www.longislandpress.com/2019/09/16/family-and-childrens-association-celebrates-135-years-of-service/

Struck yum, BORO Mag, September 2019 https://digital-editions.schnepsmedia.com/BM092019/page_39.html

How to find scholarships that will ease tuition, Long Island Press, August 28, 2019  https://www.longislandpress.com/2019/08/28/how-to-find-scholarships-that-will-ease-tuition/

Delicious and gorgeously decorated treats at Cakes by Nerwan, BORO Mag, August 2019 https://digital-editions.schnepsmedia.com/BM082019/page_17.html

Tapas and cocktail bar opens to “likes” on and off the gram, BORO Mag, July 2019 https://digital-editions.schnepsmedia.com/BM072019/page_37.html

Maria’s Love Foundation has its third annual hold em tournament in Astoria, Queens Courier, July 5, 2019 https://qns.com/2019/07/marias-love-foundation-has-its-third-annual-hold-em-tournament-in-astoria/

Eight new restaurants, bakeries, and cafes to try in Astoria, BORO Mag, June 2019 https://digital-editions.schnepsmedia.com/BM062019/page_15.html

Dr. Ruth gives advice on dating apps and talks about her new documentary Ask Dr. Ruth, Long Island Press, May 10,2019  https://www.longislandpress.com/2019/05/10/dr-ruth-gives-advice-on-dating-apps-and-talks-about-her-new-documentary-ask-dr-ruth/

A martial arts journey to health and fitness, nymaa.com, April 30,2019 https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/-A-Martial-Arts-Journey-to-Health-and-Fitness_AE198.html

women of achievement campaign, Airport Voice, April 2019  https://digital-editions.qns.com/AIR042019/

Is Jeet Kune Do the best self-defense for you, nymaa.com, march 27,2019  https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/Is-Jeet-Kune-Do-the-best-self-defense-for-you_AE197.html

Q&A with world renowned Jeet Kune Do instructor Chris Kent, nymaa.com, February 18,2019 https://www.nymaa.com/martial-arts-blog/A-QA-with-World-Renowned-Jeet-Kune-Do-instructor-Chris-Kent_AE193.html