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Dining

A hot pot layout of food, containing several uncooked pieces of beef, butter, vegetables, spices and a heated pan for cooking.

This $159 all-you-can-eat Wagyu in Koreatown is worth every cent

While Korean barbecue at HYUN may run up a hefty bill, the overall value and service are priceless.
Andrea Lui, Culture Editor November 14, 2024

Last April, I was faced with one of life’s toughest questions: Where should I host my 20th birthday dinner? As a snobby New York City foodie, I felt the pressure to find the...

A woman with wavy brown hair holds a tray of pink-frosted chocolate cupcakes.

For this NYU student, pastry is power

Steinhardt junior Sara Hunt is carving her own path in the food industry — all while paying for school and overcoming personal challenges along the way.
Chinara Dorancy, Contributing Writer November 14, 2024

It took all of three weeks for Steinhardt junior Sara Hunt to land a job at one of New York City’s most popular bakeries. Hunt, a nutrition and food studies major, is no stranger...

A barista makes a drink in a cafe kitchen filled with machines, ingredients and a pride flag. On the wall is a hanging poster with the word “Aiyo.”

4 tea-rrific spots for chai near campus

South Asian cafes aren’t just having a moment in New York City — they’re here to stay.
Pritheva Zakaria, Staff Writer November 12, 2024

You’ve seen chai on drink menus all over the city. From campus staples like The Bean to global chains like Dunkin’, a growing number of businesses have a stake in the chai...

Cups of pretzel bites on shelves.

NYU students are pumped for Auntie Anne’s pretzels

The Auntie Anne’s food truck outside of Bobst Library serves up the buttery taste of nostalgia.
Ilana Lindquist, Contributing Writer November 8, 2024

What do shopping malls and Bobst Library have in common? Not much, until the arrival of the Auntie Anne’s pretzel truck early this semester. One of the latest additions to...

A group of people stand smiling at the camera in the middle of a kitchen.

At Son Del North, chef Annisha Garcia’s burrito is changing the game

In an interview with WSN, the award-winning chef discusses her viral burrito and what inspired her to bring authentic northern Mexican food to New York City.
Olivia Condell, Staff Writer November 8, 2024

On a rainy Sunday afternoon, I visited Annisha Garcia’s restaurant, Son Del North  — the viral burrito shop that opened in June in the Lower East Side. Employees hollered...

: Baskets of assorted pastries behind a glass, with shelves of bread loaves on the back wall.

A European-inspired sweet retreat in Midtown

Heritage Grand Bakery focuses on ancestral ingredients and artisanal techniques while delivering a plush atmosphere amid the hustle and bustle of New York City.
Ilana Lindquist, Contributing Writer November 7, 2024

Just picture this: fluffy, fresh-out-of-the-oven artisanal bread, French patisserie and proprietary blend pour-over coffee. That, among other heavenly delights, captures the heart...

The brightly-lit interior of a store, with an order counter and electronic menu signs.

New eats near NYU: Global tea phenomenon HEYTEA arrives at Waverly Place

The Chinese drink chain, which now has 11 stores in New York City, is best known for its teas topped with cheese foam.
Ivanka Sun, Contributing Writer November 4, 2024

For the traditional American palate, cheese and tea might sound like an unlikely combination. But at HEYTEA, fruity drinks covered in a layer of cream cheese-based foam are the...

A top-down view of a hexagonal bowl containing dark green vegetables, meat and other ingredients tossed together with a slice of bread on top.

5 salad bowls and $75 later, here’s what’s actually worth your money

A not-so scientific comparison of five popular bowl chains near campus.
Noe Rhee, Contributing Writer October 30, 2024

If you’re treating yourself to a meal outside of the dining hall, the last thing you want is to spend $15 on an average, unfulfilling meal. For NYU students, bowl chains hit...

Crates of bottled apple cider labeled “Migliorelli Farm” and “$6.00 ½ Gallon” in front of a crate of brussel sprouts.

These apple treats don’t fall far from the tree

These six apple-filled foods near campus will rock you to your core.
Ashley Combs, Staff Writer October 28, 2024

Apple season is in full swing — and even if you don’t have time to go apple picking upstate,  New York City is ripe with sweet and savory foods that feature the classic autumn...

Six brown cookies on a plate with Reese's peanut butter cups and candy corn on top mimicking a witch hat.

Trick or treat yourself with these DIY Halloween treats

Whether you’re snacking before a Halloweekend pre-game or munching during a spooky movie marathon, these four recipes will satisfy your cravings.
Noor Maahin, Staff Writer October 28, 2024

This year, New York City is celebrating Halloween across two weekends. So, as you gear up for Halloweekend number two — and the holiday itself — take some time for reflection....

A man smiling in a green varsity jacket while giving away a bowl of food.

Chef JJ Johnson throws the cookout to end all cookouts

The Cookout: A Hip Hop Celebration, an event at Food Network’s New York City Wine & Food Festival, was a star-studded celebration of Black culture, cuisine and music in America.
Adrianna Nehme, Deputy Managing Editor October 25, 2024

For James Beard Award-winning chef JJ Johnson, cookouts are about more than just the food. The final event of this year’s Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival,...

Multiple pieces of cake on a table.

Confectionaries build community at Food Network’s Halloween Sweets & Treats

WSN spoke with Food Network chefs and television hosts Duff Goldman and Kardea Brown about Halloween Sweets & Treats, a family-friendly event at the New York City Wine & Food Festival.
Dani Biondi and Lauren Ng October 24, 2024

On the 102nd floor of the One World Observatory, everything feels a little magical. With 360-degree views of Manhattan and floor-to-ceiling glass windows, the Observatory would...