89th And Broke I'm a young professional living in Astoria (formerly of Williamsburg, the UES and Murray Hill - I move a lot!). I'm always looking for something fun to do or the best place to grab a drink and dinner at an affordable price around the city.
Have a suggestion? Email me at Laura AT 89thandbroke DOT com.
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By Laura, on April 22, 2013, 9:23 am
One new food truck in town is Neapolitan Express, a mobile food truck serving organic and authentic Neapolitan Pizzas. The environment is close to their heart, as their truck runs on Natural Gas (CNG) and emits 70% less greenhouse gases than standard trucks.
In honor of Earth Day, anyone who posts a picture to [...]
By Laura, on December 14, 2012, 10:38 am
This Saturday 12/15, Christina Tosi, owner & founder of Momofuku Milk Bar, will hit the streets of NYC in a holiday cookie truck handing out thousands of her famous cookies to make people’s days. If you are excited to snag a free cookie and want to share the news with your Twitter followers, we [...]
By Laura, on September 13, 2012, 7:01 am
This just in from Eater: visit the Coolhaus truck in Central Park anytime this week, and you can name your price for their delicious ice cream sandwiches. You pay whatever you want for whatever you want!
By Laura, on August 1, 2012, 9:34 am
Love Seinfeld? Well you are in luck today -NYC is the next stop for the Seinfeld “No Soup For You” Food Truck! Head down to the PIX11 Studio at 220 East 42nd St between 3rd and 2nd Aves today from 12pm – 2pm for some Black and White cookies, Muffin Tops, and other FREE Seinfeld [...]
By Laura, on June 7, 2012, 7:51 am
That Sweetery Truck is at it again! Â Today and tomorrow, visit the truck at the following locations and you’ll receive a free cookie, courtesy of America’s Best Racing. Â Keep in mind the schedule for Friday hasn’t been posted yet, so you’ll want to check the truck’s Facebook page.
Today, the truck will be visiting:
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By Laura, on May 17, 2012, 6:55 am
This morning, a new food and drink truck, devoted entirely to organic foods, will hit the streets of NYC from 7am to 7pm daily, called The Squeeze Juice. To celebrate the opening, beginning at 10AM anyone who purchases a juice, shakes or smoothie will receive a bonus treat, a complimentary, decadent tasting truffle.
Check [...]
By Laura, on May 2, 2012, 9:28 am
Another great deal today from Sweetery! They are giving 1000 cupcakes away today at each of these four locations while supplies last in honor of a promotion with FoodNetwork. Be on the lookout for the truck you see in this photo.
 8:30AM-10:30AM: Hudson and King St 11AM-1PM: 50th Street between 6th and 7th Ave [...]
By Laura, on August 12, 2011, 8:08 am
Yup, ladies and gentlemen, there’s another food truck giving out free snacks today.
In celebration of Fright Night, a new movie that’s coming out next Friday, there will be a food truck traveling throughout NYC.  Go enjoy “Garlic Chipsâ€, “Steak on a Stakeâ€, “Bloody Jerry’s†or “Blood Red popsicles.”  Keep in mind there’s only [...]
By Laura, on July 6, 2011, 7:40 am
Here in Astoria, the King (of Falafel) sits on his throne at 30th Street and Broadway. Â And by God, does this man deserve his throne. Â After all, he’s the 2010 Winner of the Vendy Awards, so you know that means he’s a top food truck.
The King of Falafel and Shawarma is my go-to [...]
By Laura, on May 27, 2011, 7:47 am
Congratulations, Gorilla Cheese NYC. Â You win the most disappointing meal I’ve had in 2011.
Gorilla Cheese is a new grilled cheese truck that launched a few weeks back. Â When it parked outside my office the other day, I quickly saved the lunch I brought in for the next day, and headed to the truck [...]
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