Culture
The importance of being “Indian-ish”
Food is part of anyone’s identity. Through Indian cooking, I embrace mine.
Behind the scenes of quarantine confessions
NYU’s class of 2024 has found a sense of community in the unlikeliest of places — an anonymous Instagram confessions page.
Residence hall councils must find new ways to adapt to a remote year
In past years, residence hall councils have established a community within dorms through a variety of in-person events. In this virtual year, they must get creative in doing the same.
The moral dilemma of dining in a pandemic
Despite new developments in vaccinations and a decrease in COVID-19 cases, some people remain hesitant about eating at restaurants.
Women’s history month: an ode to the women in our lives
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Culture Desk staff writers are taking turns every week to highlight the important female figures in their lives.
How in-person experiences continue despite the pandemic
In-person classes, labs and art studios this semester provide insight into what a post-pandemic NYU might look like.
A good cake is hard to find: R.I.P., Sweet Corner Bakeshop
After Sweet Corner Bakeshop in the West Village closed permanently on July 10, 2020, I realized how much I would miss their cakes. They had the best cakes in New York City.
Jajaja Plantas Mexicana: At the crossroads of Mexican cuisine and veganism
The restaurant merges the best of Mexican cuisine with veganism, so that people of all lifestyles can enjoy the pleasures of traditional Mexican dishes.
Women’s History Month: An Ode to the Women in Our Lives
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Culture Desk staff writers are taking turns every week to highlight the important women figures in their lives.
Reflecting on the Duality of the Kitchen Space
High-end male chefs should reflect on the dark realities of the kitchen space when crafting their menus and constructing their restaurants.
Culture Desk Staff: The Traditions That Keep Us Grounded
It’s been almost a year since the start of the pandemic in the U.S., and life has been the same ever since. Check out the traditions our staff writers follow to keep themselves sane, especially over Zoom University.
I Tested Positive for COVID-19
Here is a log of my experience with NYU-style isolation and the absolutely unhinged lack of communication from NYU and within NYU.
