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Dining

Bibimbap from the Global Street Food stand at The Market Place at Kimmel.  (Staff Photo by Arin Garland)

Dining Hall Menus Expand

NYU Dining has made changes to dining halls to accommodate those with different tastes and dietary restrictions.
Arin Garland, Dining Editor February 4, 2019

Coming back from break, you may wonder why your favorite quesadilla spot at the Kimmel Market Place or Mr. Bing at Palladium Dining Hall has abruptly disappeared. Over J-term,...

An array of vegan dishes at IHOP on 14th Street. (Staff Photo by Min Ji Kim)

Vegan Options Transform Fast-Casual Dining

Vegan sausages are making headlines now. Why is the growing trend of plant-based fast food causing such uproar?
Ria Mittal, Staff Writer February 3, 2019

There’s no escaping veganism these days, whether on the internet, in restaurants or, apparently, even in bakeries famous for their meat selection. The vegan community has always...

Green tea ice cream with a bubble cone from Eggloo. (Photo courtesy of Ceci Chen)

Top Five Food Trend Predictions for 2019

What’s new in 2019? Be in the know about up-and-coming food.
Arin Garland, Dining Editor January 30, 2019

Food in 2018 was characterized by over-the-top sweets, photogenic fare and Asian-inspired cuisine. 2019 make take a Here are the top five food trends that you should look out for...

(Illustration by Sophia Di Iorio)

Battle of the Burgers: Shake Shack vs. In-N-Out

A hot take on take-out.
Calais Watkins, Staff Writer January 28, 2019

Let me begin with a disclaimer. I am from Southern California: home of In-N-Out enthusiasts who fill with pride when defending our famous burger chain. However, I tried my best...

Brioche french toast, caramelized with bananas and walnuts drizzled with a side of maple syrup. (Photo by Carol Lee)

Late Night Pancakes Are Clinton St. Baking Co.’s Forte

Forget about brunch ... what’s for brinner?
Arin Garland, Dining Editor January 28, 2019

It was 7 p.m. and the yellow ceiling lights from inside the Clinton St. Baking Co. were dimmed. From the moment I laid eyes on the quaint corner restaurant at the intersection...

Joe's Pizza is a common late night snack destination for NYU students. (Courtesy of Joe's Pizza)

10 Late Night Food Options for the City That Never Sleeps and Is Always Hungry

If you’re not going to sleep, you might as well eat.
Calais Watkins, Staff Writer December 4, 2018
If you’re not going to sleep, you might as well eat.
The "Sicilian C Bomb" salad with citrus, avocado, shaved fennel, pomegranate, and toasted pistachio. (Photo by Sarah Gotfredsen)

‘Queer Eye’ Antoni’s New Restaurant Is Nothing Special

Here’s everything you should know about ‘Queer Eye’ Antoni Porowski’s new restaurant
Sarah Gotfredsen, Contributing Writer December 3, 2018

d hamburgers to NYU students and residents of the West Village, the diner Village Den has closed. Keeping the same name, it has been taken over by Antoni Porowski — best known...

Baskya began Elliphs after being disappointed with the lack of options for vegan kefir. (Courtesy of Esin Baskya)

The NYU Student Bringing Vegan Kefir to the Market

Yes, they do have oat milk.
Elif Kesikbas, Staff Writer December 3, 2018
Yes, they do have oat milk.
A mural inside the coffee shop The Bean. The shop is known for making an exceptional dirty chai—a chai latte with two shots of espresso. (Photo by Tony Wu)

10 Coffee Shops Near Campus to Get Buzzed

Move over Starbucks — these coffee shops around campus are here to dominate.
Anna de la Rosa, Staff Writer November 29, 2018
Move over Starbucks — these coffee shops around campus are here to dominate.
Food used for makeup. (Photo by Calais Watkins)

How to Do Your Makeup and Eat It Too

No, we aren’t running out of ideas —what makes you think that?
Calais Watkins, Staff Writer November 29, 2018
No, we aren’t running out of ideas —what makes you think that?
A Thanksgiving leftover feast.

The Only Way You Should Be Eating Thanksgiving Leftovers

Now you know what to do with the tupperwares of leftover food your parents sent you back to school with.
Andrew Ankersen, Contributing Writer November 26, 2018
Now you know what to do with the tupperwares of leftover food your parents sent you back to school with.
Trader Joe's Chocolate Croissants (Photos by Calais Watkins)

Bake It ‘Till You Make It with These 4 Frozen Meals

Calais Watkins, Staff Writer November 26, 2018

I was spoiled during my first year living in Weinstein Residence Hall when all it took was a trip downstairs to get a hot meal. The real world wasn’t quite as easy, I quickly...