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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

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Dining

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NYC’s swoon-worthy restaurants for Valentine’s Day

The best way to someone’s heart is through their stomach. Here’s where to go to ensure you sweep your valentine right off their feet.
Ashwin Nanda, Contributing Writer February 14, 2025

With strawberries enveloped in rich chocolate, bubbles in champagne flutes and rose petals on linen sheets, the day of romance is nearly upon us. Despite the varied emotions people...

Cooking up suburban escape

Cooking up suburban escape

A meditation on the transportive power in making comfort food.
Mia Shou, Staff Writer February 7, 2025

Whenever my mom would finish making her Shanghainese chicken broth, she would call out, “Chicken soup for the soul!” as a way of getting us to come to the table. To me, my...

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Love at first bite: The best recipes for Valentine’s Day

Spread the love with sweet treats made for date night or Galentine’s.
Kyra Mehta, Contributing Writer February 6, 2025

Roses are red, violets are blue — forget the flowers, dessert is for you! Valentine’s Day is almost here, and what better way to celebrate than with a baking marathon filled...

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Ranked: Lunchly

MrBeast, Logan Paul and KSI’s food collaboration is only worth trying if they’re holding a camera up to your face and offering you $1 million.
Dani Biondi, Film & TV Editor February 3, 2025

Do you ever miss the rare occasions when your parents would let you grab a box of Lunchables off the shelf? A handful of crackers, plastic cheese and a candy bar wouldn’t satisfy...

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Is reviving diner culture heroic or corrupt?

The ’70s mid-century modern aesthetic has revived the social cache of diners, but it may be a facade.
Bella Simonte, Dining Editor January 31, 2025

The best advice I ever received was knowing how to tell a good diner from a bad one.  “I’ve only been served excellence in a black or brown mug,” a friend told me during...

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5 soups to help you combat the winter cold

It’s 15 degrees out, and we’re all freezing. Treat yourself to some much-needed warmth in soup form.
Chinara Dorancy, Contributing Writer January 24, 2025

The start of the spring semester means we’ve entered the coldest part of the school year. While the journey from Bobst Library to Downstein is enough to make your ears go numb,...

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These 6 restaurants near NYU are joining the Michelin ranks

New York City’s annual Michelin Guide Ceremony was held in Hell’s Kitchen on Monday where a fresh batch of restaurants received prestigious awards.
Ivanka Sun, Contributing Writer December 13, 2024

You’ve probably heard the phrase Michelin star or seen restaurants around New York City displaying a bright red placard on their windowsills. The prestigious restaurant guides...

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New eats near NYU: What even is Australian food? ACRU offers a fine dining answer

The restaurant, created by Tasmania native and former Atomix sous chef Daniel Garwood, opened on MacDougal Street in October.
Lauren Ng, Dining Editor December 13, 2024

New York City loves its Australian brunch. Think bright and bubbly restaurant-cafes like Little Ruby’s, Bluestone Lane and Banter, which serve up a range of refreshing dishes...

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‘Tis the season for finished finals and festive treats

These five desserts from bakeries and cafes around campus will get you in the holiday spirit.
Christobelle Rudes, Contributing Writer December 12, 2024

The wave of seasonal desserts that arrive at New York City bakeries every December is always a treat, and finals season is the perfect time to indulge in a sweet one. From cream...

The interior of a restaurant with several tables and bar seating. A staircase leading up to a second level is lined with garlands and holiday lights.

5 restaurants for a proper end-of-semester feast

Finish the semester off with a full stomach and a triumphant splurge.
Sydney Poser and Ryan Lin December 11, 2024

Choosing a restaurant for dinner with friends can be challenging, and planning for a special occasion adds to the pressure. Whether you’re feeling bittersweet about the semester...

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Sipping and savoring cinema

Fork n’ Film combines two of life’s greatest pleasures: food and film. My experience at the “Home Alone” showing was no less than exceptional.
Andrea Lui, Culture Editor December 11, 2024

Every time I doomscroll on TikTok, my algorithm is chock full of videos of the hottest restaurants, cafes, bars and pop-ups in New York City. It’s almost overwhelming — sometimes...

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New eats near NYU: At Kernel, a robotic arm serves up some of the best vegetables in the city

The new fast-casual chain, created by Chipotle founder Steve Ells, opened its NoHo location in late October.
Lauren Ng, Dining Editor December 10, 2024

There are a few things that you’ll immediately notice when you first walk into Kernel. First are the prices — $9 chicken sandwiches and $10 salads almost seem too good to be...