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A sandwich wrapped in paper, filled with turkey, cheese and coleslaw, sitting in a blue-and-white checkered paper wrap.

5 turkey dishes that go beyond the Thanksgiving classic

From holiday specials to year-round staples, these foods featuring turkey are a feast of their own.
Amy Song and Ryan Lin November 25, 2024

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, it’s only right that turkey gets a moment under the spotlight. Traditional Thanksgiving turkey, however, can be contentious — and...

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SoHo stores I’m tired of gatekeeping

Here are some of the best SoHo clothing shops from a certified shopping addict.
Ivanka Sun, Contributing Writer November 25, 2024

The location of NYU is stellar for a number of reasons: it's surrounded by the restaurant-laden West Village, the bustling East Village and the renowned SoHo district. SoHo rose...

The exterior of a building with blue lighting and an awning shaped like a piano. On the left side is a rectangular wooden sign that says “Blue Note Jazz Club,” with gold windows on the right

Where to let loose without the booze

There’s more to New York City nightlife than downing shots at a bar — here are six alcohol-free activities for a fun night out.
Luciana Vun and Caia Cupolo November 22, 2024

Finding nightlife without alcohol can be tricky in New York City. Especially as college students, it’s important to find time to escape our classrooms, dorms and library. Going...

A man stands inside a food stall, smiling. Behind him is a neon sign with a logo of a finger heart.

How an NYU Stern alum landed a booth at the Union Square Holiday Market

Edlin Choi left a career in tech to create Reclamation Foods, a bone broth company that champions sustainability and honors his Korean heritage.
Yasmin Minos, Staff Writer November 22, 2024

If you’ve seen New Yorkers walking around Union Square with coffee cups decorated with the Korean finger heart, you might not realize that they’re infused with beef bone broth.  These...

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NYC Black Friday boot camp

Don’t spend your Thanksgiving break in Bobst Library. Head out to find the best deals around the city.
Rizaa Fazal, Contributing Writer November 21, 2024

It’s easy to feel sad when you’re an NYU student who isn’t going home for Thanksgiving — but fear not, there is always one tradition that never disappoints. Black. Friday....

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Ranked: Thanksgiving foods

This year, I’ll be stuffing myself with stuffing.
Lauren Aragon, Contributing Writer November 21, 2024

It’s that time of year again — it feels like Halloween just ended, but Thanksgiving is already upon us. Whether you’re going home for the weekend, attending a Friendsgiving...

A look into the interior of a restaurant with people eating inside. In the back, a poster says “Qahwah House Welcome, Our House is Your House” next to several images of nature.

Where to dine halal beyond the cart

There’s a lot more to halal food than the cart outside Bobst Library.
Maryam Babar, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

If you’re walking through NYU’s campus, it’ll only take you a few steps until the smoky aroma of chicken and lamb from a nearby halal cart wafts through the air. There’s...

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Crafting for the soul: 4 DIYs to unplug and unwind

Put down your phone and pick up the hot glue gun. It’s time to get crafty!
Brianna Ly, Staff Writer November 19, 2024

Let me be lame for a second: sometimes, going out sounds like a nightmare. Ruining my freshly tidied room trying to find a cool outfit? No thanks. Blistering my heels with...

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Staff recs: Men’s beauty products

From Q-tips to home remedies, WSN has you covered with men’s beauty essentials.

Some think beauty products are reserved for women, but that is far from the truth. For the good of humanity, we must acknowledge that taking care of yourself is not inherently...

The interior of a small bookstore with a wooden floor, bookshelves lining the walls and globes and wooden birds hanging from the ceiling.

5 identity-based bookstores to explore

Skip the corporate chains and flip through the unique shelves of five bookstores focused on showcasing the stories of marginalized groups.
Julia Kim, Contributing Writer November 18, 2024

New York City has no shortage of bookstores. From the well-known names of Shakespeare & Co. and the Strand Book Store, to the hole-in-the-wall shops you find by chance on your...

An illustration of a girl in a t-shirt and sweatpants shrugging on an iPhone screen on a background of an array of different video stills adorned with the icons of TikTok, Youtube and Instagram. Some video titles include “DRESSES I TRIED BUT…,” “HOW TO DRESS LIKE A…,” “NEW SHOES!” and “ICONIC...”

Fashion influencers you need to follow

From trend forecasting to avant-garde, these five TikTokers will help you discover what is truly in style.
Olivia Condell, Staff Writer November 18, 2024

It’s almost impossible to scroll through TikTok without stumbling upon a new fashion trend, making it overwhelming to keep up. Influencers are often the culprits, convincing...

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New eats near NYU: Ishq puts a modern twist on Indian cuisine

Chef Vamshi Adi’s new East Village hotspot is making waves in New York’s upscale restaurant scene.
Logan Holland, Deputy Sports Editor November 18, 2024

At Ishq, chef Vamshi Adi’s message is clear: Indian food belongs in upscale dining. Just a 10-minute walk away from Third Avenue North, Ishq is not your typical Indian restaurant....