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All content by Celina Khorma
As the holiday season approaches, there’s never a better time to have a slice of pie.  (Via Pexels)

Slice, Slice, Baby: Find Your Slice of Choice at These Pie Spots

Because pie is good during every season.
Celina Khorma, Staff Writer November 26, 2019

While there may never be a bad time for pie, there definitely is a good one, and the season is upon us –– holiday season, that is. And, yes, I’m going to be enjoying my slice...

Friendsgiving can be a daunting and stressful event to plan for students on a budget. (Via Pexels)

Friendsgiving In Your Dorm: Yes, It’s Possible.

If you’re struggling to overcome a lack of space and cooking equipment, these tips and tricks will help make a dorm room Friendsgiving feasible and festive.
Celina Khorma, Staff Writer November 12, 2019

We’re almost halfway through November, which means the premature Christmas decorations are out. Before winter officially takes over, there is a sense of urgency to reap the benefits...

Dunkin’ Donuts is one of the many food spots to bring in the Halloween spirit.(Via Twitter)

Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth and Spooky Spirit

Celebrate Halloween without the hangover at these six sweet spots. By the way, everything is pumpkin-free … you’re welcome.
Celina Khorma, Staff Writer October 28, 2019

I’m all for spooky season spirit. But honestly, I think it’s time we bid farewell to pumpkin and celebrate differently. From Starbucks pumpkin spice cold brew to pumpkin spice...

Freshly baked basalmic-and-honey-glazed brussels sprouts emerge from the oven. Staff writer Celina Khorma shares this delicious and nostalgic childhood recipe. (Photo by Manasa Gudavalli)

Honey Balsamic Brussels Sprouts You Can Make in Your Dorm

Eating your greens never sounded so tempting.
Celina Khorma, Staff Writer September 26, 2019

Thinking back to my childhood, Brussels sprouts were the bane of my existence come dinnertime. Now, I don’t even know that girl because a craving for these greens hits on an...

Hotel Chantelle, located in the Lower East Side, is a three-floor restaurant. The Parisian-garden style rooftop is a fun place to enjoy a French menu. (Staff Photo by Jorene He)

Celebrate the Heat at Rooftop Restaurants

Rooftop hopping anyone?
Celina Khorma, Staff Writer April 29, 2019

What better place to get a view of New York City than the rooftop of a 30-story building? May is just around the corner, so rather than being trapped in a concrete complex, step...

Located at 269 Elizabeth St., Love Adorned is a place to shop for one-of-a-kind jewelry. (Photo by Jorene He)

Winter’s Out, but Ice Isn’t

Statement pieces that won’t hurt your bank statement.
Celina Khorma, Staff Writer April 8, 2019

If you thought the start of April meant that ice season was over, think again. Load up on unique jewelry to complete your spring outfits from these six places near campus. Awoke...

The ingredients needed for this special recipe of pumpkin peanut butter muffins. (Photo by Celina Khorma)

Start off Your Morning With These Fabulous Flourless Muffins

Banana? Peanut butter? Pumpkin? Nutrition? These muffins have it all.
Celina Khorma, Staff Writer March 27, 2019

When that sweet tooth kicks in, it doesn’t always need to be accompanied by a guilt trip. These flourless pumpkin banana peanut butter muffins, great for an on-the-go breakfast...

Dyanna Fleites-Cruz tries on a homemade face-mask, NYU also has many option for local retail facials.

Fancy Facials for a Fresh Face

Because your skin deserves it.
Celina Khorma, Staff Writer February 19, 2019

Start of the semester got you down? Weather that won’t make up its mind affecting your skin? Just need some self-care? All of the above? We’ve got you. Give your skin the...

Tahia Islam, a student who runs a curated Instagram thrift store. (via Instagram @reclaimedwomxn_vintage)

Meet Tahia Islam, NYU Student and Creator of Reclaimed Womxn Vintage

Up your wardrobe, support small businesses and promote sustainability all in one shopping experience.
Celina Khorma, Staff Writer February 7, 2019

You add one too many items to your cart while shopping online and suddenly a wave of guilt washes over you at the thought of unnecessarily wasting money. But what if your shopping...

A studio photo of several dishes. A two credit course offered next semester in Steinhardt is "Digital skills in Food Media."

These Two-Credit Classes Are the Perfect Add-Ons to Your Spring Semester Schedule

Because sometimes you need to offset the stress of Texts and Ideas with a dance class.
Celina Khorma, Contributing Writer November 20, 2018
Because sometimes you need to offset the stress of Texts and Ideas with a dance class.
San Marzano is an East Village favorite and offers a number of different pasta plates for nine dollars.

10 Places to Get Your Italian Fix Near Campus

Celina Khorma, Staff Writer November 9, 2018

Fusilli, penne, tagliatelle, rigatoni, pappardelle — we love all shapes and sizes, and we know you do too. Lucky for us, a lifetime supply of different pasta dishes to try...

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Feast in the Streets With These Food Trucks

Celina Khorma, Staff Writer October 31, 2018

Every New York City sidewalk is its own smorgasbord of delicious food, but the foods being served from that very sidewalk are too often disregarded — and wrongfully so. Not only...

At Beauty Bar on 14th Street, you can get a drink and a manicure – at the same time. (Photo by Sam Klein)

Goodbye Midterms, Hello Manicures

Celina Khorma, Staff Writer October 15, 2018

Midterm season is upon us, and, yet again, nervous nail-biting seems like everyone’s go-to reliever of stress. Two bleeding cuticles and five hangnails later, though,we realize...

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...

Something’s Fishy About Black Seed’s Special

Something’s Fishy About Black Seed’s Special

Celina Khorma, Staff Writer September 17, 2018
Should you try Black Seed's monthly special?
Quality Italian, a restaurant in Midtown, is best known for its chicken parmesan pizza.

Quality Italian’s $68 Chicken Parm Pizza Underwhelms

Celina Khorma, Staff Writer September 10, 2018
Is the Chicken Parmesean Pizza at Quality Italian worth it?
Left to right: Scenes from the movies “Ratatouille”, “Burnt,” “Julie and Julia” and “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.”

Movies for Foodies

Celina Khorma, Staff Writer April 23, 2018
We have a list of some of our favorite films that'll be a feast for the eyes.
Tasty is a Buzzfeed brand known for fun, simple, and attractive recipe videos commonly seen on Facebook and Twitter.

Food Videos: Useful or Just Entertaining?

Celina Khorma, Staff Writer April 16, 2018
It's a known fact that college students have a rough time taking care of themselves. With the abundance of food videos on different social media platforms, are college students really learning how to cook through them?
Bikini Bottoms for All

Bikini Bottoms for All

Celina Khorma, Staff Writer April 5, 2018
If you've been in the market for a new bikini for this summer, then look no further than our round up of some of the hottest swimwear trends this season.
An NYU student enjoys a popsicle on the steps of an apartment building on 12th Street.

Want Food Quick? Put It on a Stick

Celina Khorma, Staff Writer April 2, 2018
It was "Something on a Stick Day" on March 28, so we deemed it only appropriate to roundup the very best foods on a stick to find in the city.
IT Cosmetics display of the Your Skin But Better™ CC+™ Cream with SPF 50+ at Sephora Union Square.

Top Five Spring Makeup Bag Essentials

Celina Khorma, Contributing Writer March 19, 2018
Check out this writer's top beauty picks from this past spring break.

Music, Margaritas and a Meal: Four Live Music Cafes in NYC

Celina Khorma, Contributing Writer February 23, 2018
Food and music, feed your body and your soul with the two. We have a list of the best of both worlds to explore.
Garden dining at Bobo.

Valentine’s Day Menus You Will Heart

Celina Khorma, Contributing Writer February 12, 2018
Stressing about a Valentine's Day dinner? Don't worry, we have a couple suggestions that'll make choosing between options stress-free.