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Dining

The interior of a restaurant at night with warm lighting and several customers inside. A chandelier is hanging from the ceiling and there are small candles placed on each table.

Booze on a budget: Happy hour spots near NYU

Being a regular is fun, but in a city with over 2000 bars, why limit yourself?
Ishani Paul, Staff Writer March 3, 2023

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Two rows of different pastries and desserts placed on green, blue and white display plates inside a display window.

Six places that take the d(airy) out of desserts

Forget the Lactaid. With these delicious desserts, you will never suffer again.
Jonathan Mak, Contributing Writer March 2, 2023

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In the warmly-lit dining hall in the Paulson Center, a line of students wait next to the cashier counter. Seven plates of neatly-arranged fruits are placed on a white table.

Cafe 181 & Crave NYU cook up crowds at the Paulson Center

The new cafe and innovative dining hall offer caffeine and conceptual cuisine.
Mitali Sapra, Contributing Writer February 28, 2023

In recent years, NYU has seriously upped its dining hall game. A revamp of Upstein last year introduced two new concepts — a vegan stall and an international food stall. NYU...

An illustration of a beige pastry with a cream-colored fluffy topping, sitting on a mint green plate. Behind it is a solid yellow background.

My relationship with Karelian pies: Connecting with my Finnish heritage

Karelian pies are few and far between in the United States. When I do get to eat them, I’m reminded of my favorite parts of my Finnish heritage — time, love and dedication.
Anja Westhues, Contributing Writer February 27, 2023

Living in New York City, I have global cuisine readily at my fingertips at all times. But one thing lacking from the New York food scene is the Karelian pie, or karjalanpiirakka,...

A woman in a black jacket is passing in front of a glass window. Behind the window is a bright yellow neon sign which reads “ChickenHawk” in all capital letters, along with a large photo of Nashville fried chicken and a list of various food items.

ChickenHawk: The West Village’s spiciest, sweetest and most affordable chicken

A restaurant named after the Looney Tunes character Henery Hawk takes flight with its impeccable taste and prices.
Chesney Graham, Contributing Writer February 23, 2023

As someone who has had a picky palate since I was 6 years old, I consider myself an expert on what good chicken tastes like. My knowledge was put to good use recently, when I went...

Five panelists speaking on a stage in dim lighting. There is a projector screen behind them with the text “Rice Stories” that indicates the event is held at the Museum of the City of New York.

My relationship with rice: Rediscovering its richness

Rice is far from boring, and it’s a staple in many cultures. Grab a bowl and let me show you how to prepare it perfectly.
Daeun Lee, Staff Writer February 20, 2023

“Bap meogeosseoyo?” When my parents call me from back home in Korea, this is the question they unfailingly ask — even if it’s not yet mealtime. One of the most frequently...

A person holds ube ice cream with coconut flakes and mochi in a “Soft Swerve” cup in front of an ice cream sign.

Here’s the scoop on the best ice cream in NYC

If we’re not getting snow this winter, at least we can drown our sorrows in ice cream.
Anya Paiz, Contributing Writer February 20, 2023

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An illustration of thirteen cookies of different kinds on a green background forming a shape of a heart.

Ranked: Girl Scout Cookies

Which box of Girl Scout Cookies are you buying 10 of this year?
Jules Hasler, Contributing Writer February 17, 2023

On a purple gradient background, there are three boxes of banana milk on the top left. A bottle of instant coffee mix and a reusable coffee cup are below the banana milk. On the top right, there is a plastic coffee cup. On the bottom left there is another plastic coffee cup with a large water can to the left of it.

How to shoot your shot without taking shots

From bubble tea to coffee, here are some non-alcoholic ways to quench your literal — or metaphorical — thirst.
Shay Jones, Deputy Copy Chief February 15, 2023

It’s the day after Valentine’s Day, and while you could easily raid CVS for 50% off heart candies, there are better things to do to your stomach. You could eat some vegetables...

A collage of three photos. On the left is a drawing of a big, red lollipop against a green background. In the middle is a lime green wall with the words “Food in New York” and “bigger than the plate” painted in elaborate fonts. On the right is an orange vendor’s cart inside a museum.

The food New York City eats, and where it comes from

Fabio Parasecoli, one of the curators of “Food in New York: Bigger Than the Plate,” a special exhibition now on view at the Museum of the City of New York, gives you a guided tour.
Daeun Lee, Contributing Writer February 9, 2023

New York City is home to cuisines from all over the world. From the Jewish staple matzo ball soup to Cantonese siu mai, name any dish and you can likely find a restaurant that...

In the warmly lit vegan restaurant Modern Love, a woman is behind a bar and in front of a wooden wine cabinet. A room of customers occupies the foreground of the image.

From quick bites to date nights, vegan restaurants for every occasion

Tired of combing through Lipton dining hall’s limited vegan options, or asking waiters for nonexistent vegan alternatives? These spots are perfect for you.
Gabrielle Trinidad Almeter, Staff Writer February 8, 2023

Even though New York City is known as a great place to be vegan, I was overwhelmed with the plethora of dining options when I first moved here. Now, with much more experience eating...

A barista wearing an apron, a black beanie and white plastic gloves operates a cashier’s kiosk inside of a coffee shop. A shelf of snacks is in the background.

Sammy L. Coffee brings warmth to Third North

Latte artist Sammy Lin blends aroma and art through espresso at his newly opened cafe.
Don Ahmad, Contributing Writer February 2, 2023

Having just stumbled out of a plane coming straight from the murky atmosphere of Saudi Arabia, the weather this semester hit me like a truck. Looking for comfort in the cold,...