Culture

Breaking fasts, building faith: The beauty of community during Ramadan
The holy month of Ramadan has always held a special place in my heart. Now that I am away from home and family, my friends at NYU have helped me maintain a sense of community.
Noor Maahin, Staff Writer
• March 11, 2024

The hero of the East Village community is a mac and cheese restaurant
Sarita’s Mac and Cheese has big flavors and an even bigger heart.
Lauren Ng, Contributing Writer
• March 8, 2024

Songs of the sea: How an NYU professor’s ensemble musically maps cultural exchange
Explore the musical exchanges between the Arabian Peninsula and the Swahili coast with Boom.Diwan, a band started by NYU alum and professor Ghazi Faisal Al-Mulaifi.
Leila Anderson, Contributing Writer
• March 7, 2024

Ranked: Water bottles
We have to drink water to survive, so why not make it fun?
Pritheva Zakaria, Staff Writer
• March 5, 2024

Recipes for Ramadan: Dahi bara and vegetable pakora your mother would love
Ramadan away from home may seem tough, but these easy-to-make dahi bara and vegetable pakora recipes will make it less rough.
Maryam Babar, Contributing Writer
• March 5, 2024

From prom to Pier 60: Violet Ball brings nostalgia to the dance floor
The Violet Ball, NYU’s annual dance event, gave the class of 2024 a long-awaited celebration as they prepare for graduation.
Manasa Gudavalli, Editor-in-Chief
• March 5, 2024

Tired of your go-to coffee shop? Try one of these unique cafes instead
Whether you’re looking to play video games or pet cats, there’s an experience for everyone to enjoy with their coffee.
Chinara Dorancy, Contributing Writer
• March 1, 2024

What’s so good about Too Good To Go?
If you want to spend $5 on dinner and also help the planet, look no further.
Logan O’Connor, Contributing Writer
• March 1, 2024

Who is Alex Harsley? The East Village photographer who’s seen it all
The 4th Street Photo Gallery displays moments of Black history that represent the photographer’s life behind the camera.
Maya Randolph, Contributing Writer
• February 28, 2024

18 Below curates special tasting menu to celebrate Black History Month
Renown chef Kamal Rose stepped inside 18 Below’s kitchen to whip up classic African American dishes.
Isabella Bernabeo, Contributing Writer
• February 28, 2024

Feast at these 5 iconic Black-owned eateries in honor of Black History Month
From the delicious spices of Ethiopian cuisine to the comforting bites of soul food, these Black-owned restaurants are fitting for a culinary celebration of Black history.
Chinara Dorancy, Contributing Writer
• February 27, 2024

Review: ‘Histories We Carry’ intertwines a New York and Latinx upbringing
The Latinx Project at NYU artist-in-residence Estelle Maisonett’s exhibition will be on display at 20 Cooper Square until May 10.
Annie Emans, Contributing Writer
• February 27, 2024

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