All content by Drew Lederman
![A still from the Black Mirror episode “Hang the DJ”, an episode featuring dating apps.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/match_twitter.jpg)
Matchmaker, Matchmaker, Find Me An … Algorithm?
Drew Lederman, Staff Writer
• February 23, 2018
![Miss Lily’s, located at 109 Avenue A, offers unlimited cocktails and flavorful twists on brunch classics.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/booze_insta-721x900.jpg)
Boozy Brunch, College Wallet
Drew Lederman, Staff Writer
• December 4, 2017
![Coffee For Dogs](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/theme-random-coffee-anna-5-900x600.jpg)
Coffee For Dogs
Drew Lederman, Staff Writer
• November 20, 2017
![A studio photo of several dishes. A two credit course offered next semester in Steinhardt is Digital skills in Food Media.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/111717_instagram_SamCheng-646x900.jpg)
Insta-Worthy Food Problems
Drew Lederman, Staff Writer
• November 20, 2017
![San Marzano is an East Village favorite and offers a number of different pasta plates for nine dollars.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pasta_annaletson-900x675.jpg)
NYC Pasta Under $10
Drew Lederman, Staff Writer
• November 6, 2017
![Grab some spooky candies from Dylan’s Candy Bar by Union Square to complete your Trick-or-Treat experience this Halloween.
OR
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.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/treats_TonyWu-3-900x600.jpg)
Ghoul Over Halloween Treats
Drew Lederman, Staff Writer
• October 30, 2017
![Check out some suggestions for low-cost birthday activities. (Photo by Sam Cheng)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/100517_Features-Birthday_Sam-Cheng-1-900x600.jpg)
Choose Your Own (Birthday) Adventure
Drew Lederman, Staff Writer
• October 13, 2017
![GO CUBES,: a Coffee alternative in gummy form](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/091517_chewablecoffee_Pooja-Nayyar-1-996x1000.jpg)
Time Saving Coffee Cubes for Busy Students
Drew Lederman, Staff Writer
• September 21, 2017
![For five days, Starbucks released a limited edition drink, the Unicorn Frappuccino, that delighted social media users. The drink was color-changing, flavor-changing, and caffeine-less.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/unicorn_via-twitter.com_.png)
Starbucks Unicorn Frappucino vs Dragon Frappucino
Drew Lederman, Staff Writer
• May 1, 2017
![Brothers and co-founders David and Adam Nag created a coffee brand, CLR CFF, that offers clear coffee to protect teeth from staining.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/clr_via-facebook.com_.jpg)
Clear Coffee: Unnatural or Amazing?
Drew Lederman, Staff Writer
• April 25, 2017
![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.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/chopped-chipped_via-instagram..png)
Sandwich Politics: Chopped Cheese
Drew Lederman, Staff Writer
• April 17, 2017
![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.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/040717_KatzDelicatessen_CharlesLee-900x600.jpg)
When Katz Met Delicatessen
Drew Lederman, Staff Writer
• April 10, 2017
![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.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/giant_Ryan-Quan-web-900x600.jpg)
Is Bigger Food Better?
Drew Lederman, Staff Writer
• April 3, 2017
![Halal food carts are available at almost every corner of busy streets in Manhattan. Such authentic street foods, among troll foods and unhealthy bowls, are predicted to trend in 2017.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/trends_ryan-quan-900x600.jpg)
Where to Find 2017 Food Trends Near NYU
Drew Lederman, Staff Writer
• April 3, 2017
![The three new Ben & Jerry’s cereal milk ice cream flavours: Frozen Flakes, Cocoa Loco and Fruit Loot. The ice cream company organized a party at Grand Central Terminal to celebrate the flavors release.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/032017_benjerry_DrewLederman-900x675.jpg)
New Ben and Jerry’s Flavors Fail to Impress
Drew Lederman, Staff Writer
• March 20, 2017
![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.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/tequila_flickr-900x675.jpg)
Are Tequila Benefits Fact or Fiction?
Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer
• March 6, 2017
![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.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/030117_dumplings_DrewLederman_01-900x675.jpg)
Michelin-Starred Food For College-Sized Wallets: Tim Ho Wan
Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer
• March 1, 2017
![Oscars Are Still Problematic](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/ops_lederman_01-900x600.jpg)
Oscars Are Still Problematic
Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer
• February 27, 2017
![To reduce bloating and to gain more energy, try eating Gluten-free food, available at all the dining halls.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/itried_michela-galvin-900x675.jpg)
I Tried…Eating Gluten-Free at NYU Dining
Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer
• February 27, 2017
![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.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/022217_takeout_ReneeYang-599x900.jpg)
Will Takeout Take Out Restaurants?
Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer
• February 22, 2017
![No matter how awful a date was at the time, we can now look back at it and laugh — hopefully.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/022117_date_JuliaMoses-900x596.jpg)
Dinner Date Horrors
Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer
• February 21, 2017
![Are Boobs Finally Mainstream?](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/ops_lederman_01-900x600.jpg)
Are Boobs Finally Mainstream?
Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer
• February 21, 2017
![Cupcake Market, at 74 E 7th St., serves various cookies shaped like famous pop figures. Its definitely worth a visit if youve ever been curious about what Kim Kardashians crying face tastes like.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/021517_Cookies_AlexMuhawi-Ho_07-900x811.jpg)
Eat Your Way Around Each Dorm: Cookies
Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer
• February 15, 2017
![For those who need a boost in energy but dont 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.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/2_9_2017_energy_KamilaDaurenova-900x600.jpg)
6 Tea Places to Keep You Awake and Warm
Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer
• February 13, 2017
![Sugartooth Tours will satisfy the sweet tooths of many. Those who participate will take a tour around six dessert places in New York City.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/sugartooth_Corey-Rome.jpg)
Valentine’s Day Dessert Tour is Sweeter Than Sugar
Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer
• February 8, 2017
![At 160 2nd Avenue, Nicoletta serves a fresh Midwestern perspective on classic Italian cuisine.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/020617_nicoletta_RyanQuan-900x600.jpg)
Nicoletta Puts Midwestern Twist On Italian Classics
Drew Lederman, Contributing Writer
• February 6, 2017
![A purple N.Y.U. flag hangs on a building.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/news-childaistudy-1200x800.jpg)
Yezen Saadah, Editor-in-Chief • July 9, 2024
![Students stream past the clay-colored main entrance of Bobst Library on a bright fall afternoon. The green scenery of Washington Square Park is reflected off the library’s windows.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/news-sustainability-900x600.jpg)
Julia Smerling, Photo Editor • June 18, 2024
![A woman with brown hair and a blue shirt.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/dopico.jpeg)
Yezen Saadah, Editor-in-Chief • June 18, 2024
![A woman dressed in red and holding a purple sign that reads NYU is Complicit in Genocide.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/RallyForHesen-3-1200x800.jpg)
Mikaylah Du, Under the Arch Editor • June 15, 2024