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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

Dining

Deja Brew: The difference in coffee drinks

Deja Brew: The difference in coffee drinks

Faith Gates, Deputy Features Editor March 22, 2017
Coffee comes in many different forms, but they all taste different. Read about the differences in coffee drinks to help you order the perfect coffee drink.
Perfect for students near Union Square, Baohaus at 238 E. 14th St. serves a fresh take on the traditional Chinese bao. Here is a list of some great sandwich shops near each dorm for a quick bite.

Eat Your Way Around Each Dorm: Sandwiches

Yasmin Gulec, Dining Editor March 22, 2017
Without a doubt, sandwiches are a staple for college students — they're convenient, cheap and easy-to-eat. Read this to discover the best sandwich shop near your dorm.
EatUp, developed by Suhashini Sarkar, matches university students to others that hope to avoid eating alone. The app can help students meet new people at campus dining halls.

I Tried… The EatUp App

Nathaniel Mahlum, Contributing Writer March 20, 2017
EatUp is an app that tries to help students find people to eat with. Read about our writer's experience using the app to discover if it's actually worth downloading.
Originally from Thailand, rolled ice cream has become one of the hottest food trends in the United States.  10Below recently added Ice Cream Tacos to their menu at their Lower East Side location.

Beyond the Trend: Rolled Ice Cream and 10Below

Yasmin Gulec, Dining Editor March 8, 2017
10Below is the trailblazer for rolled ice cream shops in New York City. Some think it is worth the hype, but others believe the treat is overrated.
Most people only drink tequila on a night out, but evidence shows that it has major health benefits.  Tequila can extend life expectancy, induce weight loss and even cure the common cold.

Are Tequila Benefits Fact or Fiction?

Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer March 6, 2017
Recently, tequila has been lauded for the connection between natural sugars from the agave plant used in tequila and weight loss and decreasing blood pressure.

How to Eat Eggs Throughout Your Day

Yasmin Gulec, Dining Editor March 6, 2017
Egg is a food very high in nutrients. Here are some ways you can include eggs in your daily meals.
Joe Coffee on 8th Street. Coffee can be a lifesaver to a student, especially during midterm season. Here are a few great coffee shops on campus that can substitute for the usual Starbucks.

Eat Your Way Around Each Dorm: Coffee

Yasmin Gulec, Dining Editor March 6, 2017
Coffee is a must in every college student's diet. Here are some coffee shops near every dorm.
The “Food Computer,” invented by MIT agricultural researcher Caleb Harper, can progress urban farming by making it more sustainable. Amy Bentley, co-founder of the NYU Farm Lab and Professor of Food Studies at NYU Steinhardt, is thinking about using the “Food Computer” at the NYU Farm Lab.

Give Bees a Chance

Yasmin Gulec, Dining Editor March 1, 2017
Bees are very important — not only do they pollinate, but they also play a very important role in the balance of the ecosystem. NYU Urban Farm Lab researches ways to make agriculture more sustainable.
For many, eating at a Michelin-starred restaurant seems like an unrealistic goal considering the often astronomical prices.  Thankfully, Tim Ho Wan, the cheapest Michelin-starred restaurant in the world, is located nearby at 85 Fourth Ave.

Michelin-Starred Food For College-Sized Wallets: Tim Ho Wan

Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer March 1, 2017
Ever wanted to go to a Michelin Star restaurant but were short on money? Now is your chance to feast on delicious dumplings at Tim Ho Wan.
Get your sweet tooth on by visiting some amazing bakeries around the dining halls, ranging from Baked by Melissa to The City Bakery.

Eat Your Way Around Each Dorm: Desserts

Yasmin Gulec, Dining Editor February 27, 2017
Need that sweet treat to keep you going during midterms? Check out the best dessert shops near each NYU dorm to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Food delivery apps such as Seamless and Postmates have increased in popularity drastically over the last few years.  If people continue to value convenience of delivery over the social aspect of restaurants, the food industry may be in trouble.

Will Takeout Take Out Restaurants?

Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer February 22, 2017
Takeout and delivery services like Seamless are incredibly convenient, but what do they bode for the future of the restaurant industry?
No matter how awful a date was at the time, we can now look back at it and laugh — hopefully.

Dinner Date Horrors

Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer February 21, 2017
The worst dinner dates can become the best inside jokes and conversation pieces. Here's a list of dinner date horrors that will have you cracking a smile.