Jackson Heights
- by
- Diane Shaw
Regarded as the most diverse neighborhood in the entire country, Jackson Heights combines a worldly population with a strong neighborhood vibe. Reflecting its diversity is 37th Avenue which is truly a Main Street to the world. Within a few short blocks, you can snack on fresh hot Colombian buñuelos with your Thai coffee, treat yourself to an Indian mehndi design and pick up local produce from upstate New York at the farmer’s market. When it comes time to celebrate one of the many cultural events that take place in Jackson Heights, like the Diwali festival or the Queens Pride Parade, you can bet the whole community comes out to represent and support each other. The neighborhood is the site of America’s first planned garden community built in the 1910s and 20s, designed to be green, airy and opulent, often surrounding private gardens. These pre-war apartments have since been landmarked and now form the Jackson Heights Historic District.
El Rico Tinto
Mexican & Colombian bakery with great tacos!
Lockwood
Table Wine
Travers Park
Juanitas Cafe
Samudra
Despaña
Patel Brothers
Appetitto
Addictive Boutique Winery
El Palacio de Los Cholados
Lemon Farm
Jackson Heights Greenmarket
Lety Bakery & Cafe
Phayul
La Gran Uruguaya Cafe
UFC (Unidentified <br>Flying Chickens)
Zabb Elee
Zabb Sake Bar
Butala Emporium
Urubamba
Arunee Thai
Cannelle Patisserie
GC Stationery
Pio Pio
Kitchen 79
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Despaña
- Address
- 86-17 Northern Boulevard
- Website
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Despana began as a chorizo factory back in 1971 and now distributes gourmet Spanish ingredients around the world. The Jackson Heights location remains the original spot where the chorizo is still being made. The tiny storefront is deceptive considering the number of products they are able to stock. They carry a large assortment of Spanish cheeses, cured meats, olive oil, canned seafood including clams, baby squid, tuna, pickled peppers, olives, turron, paella rice, and of course saffron. Every Saturday, the owner, Marcos Intriago is there greeting customers, pouring wine and offering samples of aged meats, cheese and housemade specialties.