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

Washington Square News

Two people order their food from an employee. On display are a variety of dumplings and other food. The restaurant is decorated with red lanterns, posters and a lucky cat.

Dumping your misfortunes behind: Celebrate the Lunar New Year with these delectable dumpling spots

Here’s where you can get meat pockets of prosperity in Manhattan’s Chinatown to ring in the Lunar New Year.
Jack Dai, Contributing Writer February 8, 2024

As the Lunar New Year approaches it comes with the arrival of new beginnings and reunions. Dumplings emerge as more than a staple dish; they symbolize prosperity and familial warmth....

The interior of Forsyth Fire Escape. In the foreground is a bar area with chairs. In the background, a kitchen area, which has ceilings decorated with Chinese ornaments such as a lantern.

Forsyth Fire Escape serves up fiery fusion at Olly Olly Market

Forsyth Fire Escape’s signature burritos celebrate Caribbean and Southeast Asian cuisine.
Timothy Fraher, Contributing Writer March 7, 2023

Nestled in a sea of pop-ups in the Olly Olly Market, Forsyth Fire Escape restaurant is bringing a fiery revival of a Chinatown favorite to Chelsea. When you walk through the...

A female wearing a black down coat and carrying a tablet in her left hand speaks to a group of people in Chinatown. She is wearing a microphone on her ear.

Small-business renewal program rekindles Chinatown spirit

To bring Chinatown businesses affected by the pandemic back to the forefront, the Mott Street Girls held a walking tour that featured recipients of Citizens Bank’s Renewal Fund.
Linsey Liao and Qianshan Weng December 15, 2022

On a cold winter day in Manhattan’s Chinatown, a group congregated at the New China Hair Salon — a colorful, well-kept store nestled at Doyers Street. This was the starting...