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Dining

"Fruity Pebbles" from Stuffed Ice Cream. (Photo by Lauren Gruber)

What the Cruff Is up With Stuffed Ice Cream?

Lauren Gruber, Contributing Writer October 24, 2018

One particularly chilly night in the East Village, I decided to brave the cold for the only delicacy that would draw me out from the warmth of my apartment. On the way to retrieve...

Zero-waste groceries purchased at the 4th Street Food Co-Op. The only new packaging that was purchased was a single glass bottle. (Photo by Katie Peurrung)

How to Eat With Zero Waste

Katie Peurrung, Multimedia Editor October 22, 2018
A guide to living your life while creating almost no trash. It's easier than it sounds.
The quinoa bibambap and the chilled soba noodle bowl, two menu items at Bonberi Bodega on Bleecker Street. (Photo by Julia McNeill)

Bonberi ‘Bodega,’ the West Village’s Newest Vegan Cafe

Lauren Ong, Contributing Writer October 18, 2018
Are minimalist decorations and organic produce the future of bodega food culture? The short answer: nope.
The outdoor sign of the Lorring Place bar. (Photo by Justin Park)

4 Cocktails to Warm You up This Fall

Calais Watkins, Contributing Writer October 15, 2018

Whether you love it or not, it’s finally fall in New York City. The weather is staying below 70 degrees, everyone and their mother is breaking out those black ankle booties and,...

Only eat chips in class if you are a snack-expert. The crunch is hard to muffle and you will be caught almost immediately. (Illustration by Rachel Buigas-Lopez)

A Guide to Secretly Snacking in Class

Arin Garland, Contributing Writer October 15, 2018

It’s 8:00 a.m and you’re sitting in class. You skipped breakfast this morning for an extra 15 minutes of sleep, and you’re still barely keeping your eyes open. This sacrifice...

Some international students missing food from home recommend various specialty markets to satisfy their comfort food cravings. (Photo by Jorene He)

Finding Home Through Food

Elaine Chen, Contributing Writer October 11, 2018

If you’re not Chinese, you probably don’t understand the importance of finding mooncake to eat in celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival. This festival is a traditional Asian...

A Booza employee stretches out some ice cream to scoop. (Photo by Jorene He)

Travel the World With Republic of Booza

Sarath Kareti, Contributing Writer October 11, 2018

We’ve all been there before, mindlessly scrolling through the Instagram explore page, scouring its contents for anything that pleases the eye. Through the sea of fake lips...

7 Downtown Bars to Keep You Busy All Week

7 Downtown Bars to Keep You Busy All Week

Mix up your nightlife with these 7 fun events.
Emily Mason, Contributing Writer October 9, 2018

New Yorkers love going out. Thursday through Saturday, the streets are flooded with drunk college students, young professionals, and even the occasional group of parents out on...

Facade of the recently closed restaurant Al Bustan. (Alana Beyer)

Dolmas Are Done: The Death of Al Bustan

Al Bustan will be remembered amoung the greats.
Celina Khorma, Staff Writer October 9, 2018

My morning coffee runs in Midtown East looked exactly the same every single day — buildings with doormen, early bird dog-walkers exiting D’Agostino with groceries in hand...

A brunch at Blank Slate Tea.

Beautifully Basic Brunch at Blank Slate Tea

Joyce Shin, Contributing Writer October 3, 2018
Blank Slate Tea delivers in aesthetics but underwhelms when it comes to taste.
A bacon sandwich from BarBacon.

BarBacon on Union Square Might Just Be the Next NYU Hangout Spot

Lauren Ong, Contributing Writer October 3, 2018
BarBacon's new location in Union Square might be your new go-to spot for all your porky needs.
Eating Out While Eating In

Eating Out While Eating In

Calais Watkins, Contributing Writer October 1, 2018
Is your sex life going stale? Spice it up with aphrodisiacs and food in the bedroom.