Regulars of Aldo’s II Italian Restaurant in Ozone Park had to take a day off recently from the pasta, pesce, vitello and pollo to make way for the filming of the cast of “Searching For Bobby DeNiro,” an independent comedy about a frustrated Brooklyn actor who dreams of working alongside Robert DeNiro.
According to the film’s promoters, "the film is an urban-turned-rural ‘fish out of water’ comedic adventure inspired by a series of actual events. Picture ‘Swingers’ meets ‘Kiss Me Guido’ with a few tame ‘Porky’s’ and National Lampoon’s ‘Animal House’ elements thrown in for good measure.”
Aldo Calore, owner of the restaurant and longtime friend of the film's producer and star William DeMeo, says it’s not the first time his pizzeria has made it to the big screen. Aldo’s also served as one of the locations for “Goodfellas,” which starred Joe Pesci and none other than Robert DeNiro.
Mangia!

  When model, actress and entrepreneur Kristine Quattrone isn’t strutting her stuff in front of a camera, she can usually be found on the streets of Forest Hills. 
The Nassau County native has lived in the bustling Queens ‘hood for the past six years, and said she’s loving every minute of it. “I love Forest Hills and I’ve actually convinced some of my friends to move here,” Kristine said.
The 31-year-old brunette bombshell has had an array of modeling experiences. She began after high school graduation, when she did some print ads for local merchants on Long Island. 
“I feel that modeling and acting are a great way for girls to boost their self esteem and confidence and also it provides a great opportunity to meet new and interesting people,” Kristine said. 
Kristine also studied acting at Lee Strasberg, an extra curricular activity that lead to some minor parts in “Law and Order,” the movie “One Fine Day” and a music video. She is currently in the final audition phase to be on an episode of “Help Wanted,” a new show set to air on The Learning Channel. 
But, right now Kristine has a hard time focusing on her modeling and acting careers because of all the time, energy and nurturing she has to put into her just-born business in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. 
Her quaint store is called The Party Shop and carries party supplies, costume invitations, favors and balloons. She also offers catering and waitstaff for special events and parties. 
Her experience goes beyond the store, where prior to the opening she worked at Calvin Klein Inc, where she started as an administrative assistant and held many positions over the five years that she was there winding up as a food service manager where she handled catering for all the special events.
Party on!

50 Cent Gives Away Diamonds

Queens rapper 50 Cent is giving away thousands of dollars in diamonds as part of a promotion for his upcoming CD with his group G-Unit called “Beg For Mercy.”
“Everybody knows when I do something I got to do it bigger than anyone else out there. I’m giving away 50 grand worth of diamonds and a chance to become part of my crew. The streets have been loyal and I just want to show my appreciation and give a little something back," the rapper said.
According to published reports, four golden tickets will be hidden inside randomly selected pressings of the album. Those who receive the winning tickets will be given a diamond-studded necklace with a G-Unit medallion with an estimated value of $12,500. 

Oblivious 

It takes a lot to excite a New Yorker.
Apparently, the last ride of the borough’s famous Redbird subway cars wasn’t enough to do it.
During the last ride of the Redbirds last week, a woman got on the 7 Train at Woodside Station, oblivious to the fact that this was the absolute last time the famous, red subway cars would make the trek from Times Square to Main Street, Flushing.
Unaware of the historic significance of her commute, she walked by dozens of television cameras, newspaper reporters, and MTA big wigs without blinking an eye.
In fact, she didn’t acknowledge the mob of people whatsoever, and instead sat down and fell asleep. 
That’s right. She fell asleep, as if nothing out of the ordinary was happening around her. 
Talk about a hardened City gal. 

Mets Gunning For Little Matsui

With the Fall Classic completed, it’s time for baseball’s power brokers to turn their attention to the offseason game – that of firing lackluster personnel and hiring fresh new talent.
After the Yankees’ failed Series run, in which Hideki Matsui made an impressive contribution, reports have the Mets hoping to land another marquee player from Japan – coincidentally also named Matsui – to help the team climb out of the National League East cellar.
BaseballAmerica.com website described Kazuo Matsui as an eight-year veteran who is “one of the few Japanese switch-hitters and has been considered the country’s best all-around player since Ichiro’s exodus.”
Matsui, no relation to the Yanks’ Hideki, plays shortstop and is considered a strong all-around player. In a game that takes statistics to near-cult levels, Matsui’s numbers do not disappoint. In Japan this year, Matsui hit 33 home runs for the Seibu Lions, with 36 doubles, 84 RBIs, 104 runs and a .305 average. Last year, he blasted 36 homers, 46 doubles and hit .332.
Though the Mets like their chances of signing Matsui, it’s no home run at this point – other potential suitors include the Yomiuri Giants, the Dodgers, the Mariners, the Padres and, yes, the Bronx Bombers, too. 

Got The Beef?

It may be the swanky Queens hangout for folks like Rudy Giuliani and Mike Bloomberg but the borough’s best-known steak-house is bringing business closer to City Hall.
By the end of this month, expect a prime Manhattan outpost for Bell Boulevard's Uncle Jack’s Steakhouse.
The newest Uncle Jack’s is slated to open on Ninth Avenue and is expected to be a bit larger than its Queens counterpart. Equipped with a large mahogany bar and presidential-themed suite with a fireplace to make lobbyists and Councilmembers comfy.

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