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Dining

Candy has substituted potatoes, apples, and nuts as the “currency” of halloween in modern day.

A Brief History of Trick-or Treating

Sherry Yan, Staff Writer November 2, 2017
Halloween and treats go hand in hand. However have you ever stopped to think what existed when the candy corns did not
Grab some spooky candies from Dylan’s Candy Bar by Union Square to complete your Trick-or-Treat experience this Halloween.
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One of the several Magnolia Bakeries is on the LIRR concourse in Penn Station. It’s first store opened at 401 Bleecker Street. The bakery chain is known for it’s cupcakes.

Ghoul Over Halloween Treats

Drew Lederman, Staff Writer October 30, 2017
Check out some great Halloween treats that you can get in New York!

Taco Bell recently released the Kit Kat Chocodilla, using cut-up kit kats instead of cheese as the filling between two flour tortillas, a simple recipe that can be recreated at home.

Taco Bell Shows its Sweet Tooth

Michael Muth, Contributing Writer October 30, 2017
Taco Bell has a new quesadilla in select locations around America. Since we are not in one of those locations, we decided to create it ourselves.
Despite looking unappetizing, bugs are actually very nutritious. NYC offers many restaurants featuring the tasty nutritious food.

Bug Out of Your Dorms to Try These Weird Food Places

Sijia Meng, Contributing Writer October 26, 2017
New York has amazing restaurants where you can have delicious meals. But why not stray away from the expected for once and try some meals with bugs in them?
Añejo Tribeca is a Mexican 
restaurant located on 301 Church St. that offers an interesting twist on conventional Mexican foods.

Flavor Town at Añejo Tribeca and Bedford and Co.

Liv Chai, Staff Writer October 25, 2017
If you are looking for a fancy place to wine, dine and unwind, try these restaurants.
Since Amazon bought Whole Foods on Aug. 28, prices have significantly lowered. If you’re a student with an Amazon Prime membership you may be in luck for future changes to come.

Students Still Avoid Whole Foods

Natalie Chinn, Staff Writer October 23, 2017
There has been changes in prices in the products sold at Wholefoods due to Amazon.
Brooklyn-based indie-pop duo Cults performed an intimate show at Music Hall of Williamsburg on Oct. 17. The overall breathtaking performance featured gorgeous visuals and dreamy vocals.

Wagamama Opens Doors Next to Third North

Amelia McBain, Staff Writer October 23, 2017
A new Wagamama opened up next to Third North.
Recent studies have discovered that coffee consumption actually has many benefits.

Good News for Coffee Lovers

Sherry Yan, Contributing Writer October 19, 2017
With midterm season beginning, coffee consumption has inevitably gone up. Don't worry; coffee might actually be good for you!
Canal Street Market is a food hall (including Korean barbecue, sushi & bubble tea) and artsy retail market on Canal Street. (Near Canal St. station)

Canal Street Market Brings Food and Shopping to Chinatown

Alyssa Lynn Kelly, Contributing Writer October 19, 2017
A new, hip market with shops and food vendors opened its doors on Canal Street
NYU’s Urban Farm Lab reopened on Oct 11. It was founded two years ago by NYU Food Studies professor Amy Bentley as a place for food study majors to harvest crops right in the city.

Urban Farm Reopens its Doors

Jendayi Omowale, Contributing Writer October 16, 2017
NYU's Urban Farm reopens its doors after a break.

Stuffed Ice Cream, located at 139 1st Ave, has created a donut ice cream sandwich, which they have named the “cruff.”

Donut Ice Cream Rocks Your Taste Buds

Sherry Yan, Contributing Writer October 16, 2017
Ice cream sandwiches got a new upgrade with Cruffs!
Clinton Hall had a limited edition Flamin' Hot Doughnut Grilled Cheese in February.

Too Much Cheese? ForGouda ‘Bout It!

Laura Rubio, Staff Writer October 12, 2017
Cheese is not only a great ingredient to add to many dishes but also a great meal on its own. Here are some ways you can enjoy cheese as the main ingredient in a meal.