Panagias festival, on Aug. 15, after a couple of weeks of fasting.

Ovelia is a family affair, anchored by Ionnis and Evangelia and their sons Peter and Chris. Neither of them seemed to be able to move very far without being dragged into a handshake, a hug, or a dance.

It was as if all of Astoria’s Greek community had turned out there that evening, spilling out from the restaurants onto the sidewalks, the buzz fueled by delicious food, flowing wine and drinks, and the presence of family and friends.

Guests sang along with the singers, clapping to the rhythm, swaying in their seats, until they couldn’t handle sitting anymore—they had to get up and dance. At front and center—who else?—Ioannis and Evangelia, sometimes looking on happily at their guests, and just as often, taking the lead.

Ovelia
34-01 30th Avenue
Astoria, Queens
718-721-7217
http://ovelia-ny.com

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