On the catwalk at Ethereal Boutique’s Holiday Fashion & Trunk Show, LIC

Last night Vernon Blvd boutique Ethereal threw a Holiday Fashion & Trunk Show at SHI Restaurant in Queenswest. Tables of glittering jewelry and fancy accessories were set up, a catwalk was laid out alongside the bar, tables were packed, and Ethereal models worked their designs, all dolled up with lovely hair and makeup courtesy of the ladies over at LIC’s own Primp & Tease Salon on 50th Ave.

It was a mix of classic and edgy »

View from 49th Ave & 5th Street looking South, Long Island City

The hotel development boom in Long Island City is not limited to Dutch Kills, though it certainly is concentrated in Queens Plaza. But never fear Vernon/Jackson, we are on the hotelier’s radars as well. It looks like a couple of adjacent parcels on 50th & 49th Aves between Vernon & 5th St are going to be transformed into a hotel »

The view from SHI, new Asian fusion restaurant at Queens West, LIC

The long awaited SHI restaurant opens tonight in QueensWest, featuring a full bar & lounge, sushi bar, dining room, and outdoor terrace seating with LIC’s famous Manhattan skyline view. With of course, LIC’s signature signage, the soon to be migrating again Pepsi Cola sign.

Anyway, it’s a good week to be in this particular hood, because there are many ways to get your drink, art, and theatre on in LIC, and some of it for FREE. Check it out »

SHI, New fine dining Chinese fusion restaurant, Queens West, LIC

The long awaited SHI is on its way to a soft opening a bit later this month… which will inevitably lead to the hard opening – no pix yet, but Queens Wester’s are about to get some fine dining in the mix.

UPDATE: SHI is currently open for take-out only:

Hello all,

First, I’d like to thank everyone in LIC for making us feel welcome and really showing us their support and encouragement. There is a sense of community here that we don’t see in the city. We can’t wait to add to the character of LIC.

After much delay, we’re finally ready to open our doors! (The Take-Out side at least anyways.) Perhaps another week for the dining room to follow. So please stop by and say “Hi” starting after 5:00 pm.

Thanks, ShiBrothers

SHI
4720 Center Blvd
Reservations: 347-242-2450
Take Out: 347-242-2448
Website: www.shilic.com
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