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

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

Washington Square News

All content by Drew Lederman
Miss Lily’s, located at 109 Avenue A, offers unlimited cocktails and flavorful twists on brunch classics.

Boozy Brunch, College Wallet

Drew Lederman, Staff Writer December 4, 2017
Brunch is a New York favourite. Especially if it includes good food and delicious drinks. Here's a list of great places to enjoy your next bottomless brunch!
San Marzano is an East Village favorite and offers a number of different pasta plates for nine dollars.

NYC Pasta Under $10

Drew Lederman, Staff Writer November 6, 2017
Do you love pasta but cannot find cheap Italian spots? Look no further! Here is a list of pasta spots that have pasta under 10 dollars
The chopped cheese sandwich is supposed to be New York City’s version of a famous destination sandwich. The sandwich includes ground beef with onions, melted cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and condiments.

Sandwich Politics: Chopped Cheese

Drew Lederman, Staff Writer April 17, 2017
Like most major American cities, New York has its fair share of signature dishes and treats. But chopped cheese is the one spreading from its origins in Harlem and the Bronx to the rest of the city.
Katz Delicatessen is a famous deli on the Lower East Side that was brought over by Jewish immigrants. The menu includes classics like pastrami sandwiches and matzo ball soup, along with some unconventional options like tongue sandwiches and chopped liver.

When Katz Met Delicatessen

Drew Lederman, Staff Writer April 10, 2017
The order-up eatery in the Lower East Side represents a timeless deli culture that was brought over by Jewish immigrants and became popularized at the turn of the century.
The Third North Courtyard Cafe, like many other NYU dining halls, is a buffet style dining hall. As a result, students may take large amounts of food, which is a concern for obesity rates.

Is Bigger Food Better?

Drew Lederman, Staff Writer April 3, 2017
With smoothie bowls, unicorn foods, and purple bread dominating the trends of this past year, a new food trend has emerged: giant food.
Oscars Are Still Problematic

Oscars Are Still Problematic

Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer February 27, 2017
While the Oscars may be more diverse this year, the award still has an immensely white-washed past to counter it's current progress.
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.
Cupcake Market, at 74 E 7th St., serves various cookies shaped like famous pop figures. It's definitely worth a visit if you've ever been curious about what Kim Kardashian's crying face tastes like.

Eat Your Way Around Each Dorm: Cookies

Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer February 15, 2017
Cookies can cheer up any bad mood, and luckily there are many places to get delicious treats around campus. In the inaugural edition of Eat Your Way Around Each Dorm, delve into this delicious dessert.
For those who need a boost in energy but don't like the negative side effects of coffee, tea is an excellent option.  There are many places near campus that offer a vast selection of natural energy boosters.

6 Tea Places to Keep You Awake and Warm

Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer February 13, 2017
As a college student you need that extra burst of energy. For those who don’t like coffee, it can be hard to find energizing drinks that are also warm to fight off that winter chill. Here is a list of the best places around campus for tea awake and warm throughout the winter season.
Sugartooth Tours will satisfy the sweet tooths of many. Those who participate will take a tour around six dessert places in New York City.

Valentine’s Day Dessert Tour is Sweeter Than Sugar

Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer February 8, 2017
Valentine's Day is all about celebrating all types of love, and there is no better way to celebrate it than with candy. If you want to get creative this Valentines Day, spread the love by bringing a special someone, a friend, or just yourself, to Sugartooth Tours’ Valentine's Day dessert tour.
At 160 2nd Avenue, Nicoletta serves a fresh Midwestern perspective on classic Italian cuisine.

Nicoletta Puts Midwestern Twist On Italian Classics

Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer February 6, 2017
At first glance, the mix of the American midwest and classic Italian fare seems like the ultimate disaster, but Michael White's Nicoletta Pizzeria in the East Village manages to marry the flavours of these two distinctly different regions in menu items such as midwestern pizza and soft-serve gelato