Rent in Astoria is being driven up by a new, young and affluent set of residents. But the changes in the restaurant scene don’t follow the typical gentrification narrative.

The town of Le Touquet on the North coast of France was a home away from home during summer and Easter breaks, and this all centered around a particular dish.

Joe Pesi is a Queens-based garbageman whose unpredictable work hours make it hard to have dinner with his family. He eats a lot of meals on the go.

Ambiente Familiar: Diverse newcomers and long-time loyalists gather at Jackson Heights’ Rincon Criollo, a Cuban restaurant with roots in pre-Castro Havana.