FOR BREAKING NEWS VISIT www.qns.com AUGUST 18, 2016 • BUZZ • The Quens Courier 73 dining out Dine-In Special 15% off Check With Coupon. Not to be combined with other offers Exp. 9/01/16 Sunday Pasta Special w/Soup or Salad Dessert & Coffee Included $11.95 Buy one Hero Get 2nd Hero 1/2 Off 70-29 Parsons Blvd. Flushing, NY (718) 591-6161 • (718) 591-6363 CATERING AVAILABLE • FACILITIES FOR ALL OCCASIONS Adrian& Rocky’s CATERING “FOR THE VERY BEST IN BUFFET STYLE CATERING” CATERING FOR ALL OCCASIONS BARTENDING & WAITRESS SERVICE AVAILABLE! Call 718.845.5525 132-08 Cross Bay Boulevard • Ozone Park SERVING QUEENS FOR OVER 20 YEARS • Business Meetings • Engagement Parties • Cocktail Parties • BBQ’s • Christenings • Communions • Anniversaries • Showers • Sweet 16’s • Graduations EXPERIENCE “The Original” Planning a Party? Our Specialties or Fax 718.845.5643 VISIT US AT WWW.ADRIANSCATERERS.COM EMAIL ADRIANS1@VERIZON.NET All Major Credit Cards Accepted • DELIVERY IS FREE OF CHARGE WITH ALL CATERING PACKAGES AUSSIE UPDATES Story + Images by Bradley Hawks Though it seems like only yesterday we were anticipating the opening of the first Aussie eatery in Astoria, the reality is that The Thirsty Koala has been in the neighborhood for almost four years. Katherine Fuchs (former FDNY chief turned executive chef), Alex Styponias (Astoria-born mixologist, raised in Greece) and Christine Chellos (Aussie native and financial adviser) invited BORO to try some of the dishes introduced within the last year. First and foremost—go and order the roasted half chicken. Generously rubbed with oregano and lemon, the bird is served on a pedestal of quinoa. In a single dish, Chef Fuchs has divined the most juicy, flavorful, tender, mouthwatering bird to hit a dinner table. With a skin that is golden and crisp, a prodding with the fork will release savory juices that drip like melted butter onto the platter. It was addictive, and I have dreamt of it nearly every day for two weeks. Just go. Order it. Also try the daily rotating flatbread, one version of which features tart cranberries on velvety goat cheese with a slathering of pesto and a tangy arugula sprigs. Quinoa is available—and highly recommended— in a bowl of its own, where it is prepared with earthy pumpkin, bright mint and sweet orange. Australian rib-eye is served with a THE THIRSTY KOALA 35-12 Ditmars Blvd. Astoria NY 11105 718-626-5430 www.thethirstykoala.com Tasmanian pepper berry sauce over a buttery mound of mashed potatoes, accompanied with a hearty bundle of haricots verts. A generous filet of salmon is seasoned with a blend of herbs and citrus, then baked en papillote— wrapped in parchment. The resulting aroma as you unwrap the package will instantly sweep you away to the reefs of Australia. Prepare to indulge in one of the most delicious renditions of eggplant Parmigiana, where tender layers of golden-crusted aubergines are stacked with a blend of soft, melted cheeses and piquant tomatoes. Australian favorites remain staples on the menu, like the kangaroo burger with “the lot,” or the delicious sausage rolls and playful jaffles. And you should always end your meal with an order of salted caramel slices for a rich cup of “triple T tiramisu.” Better yet, treat yourself to an Australian iced coffee as a grand finale. Somewhat like an Italian affogato, the coffee is capped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Now, that’s the way to end a meal. View Over 200 Reviews at QNS.COM
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