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

Washington Square News

Sign saying “YAO MODERN CANTONESE CUISINE” on a green, tiled wall. Under the sign are a bonsai tree and a small pool of water with rocks.

YAO: Where traditional Cantonese cuisine meets global innovation

This fine dining experience offers modernized Cantonese dishes that are as visually stunning as they are delicious.
Mikaylah Du, Illustration Editor March 15, 2024

A person picking up a piece of duck with a pair of chopsticks from a dish that is filled with duck and red and green peppers.

Hunan Slurp, home to mouthwatering meats and noodle Narnia

From decadent noodle soups to divine takes on traditional Chinese cuisine, Hunan Slurp will surely cure any winter woes.
Andrea Lui, Dining Editor February 7, 2024

Hunan Slurp, a contemporary Chinese eatery located in the East Village, serves up luscious noodle and entree dishes in homage to head chef Chao Wang’s home — the Hunan province...

A white food truck that reads on the side “Fafu Traditional Chinese Cuisine” and photos of different menu items posted on its exterior parks outside N.Y.U.’s Stern School of Business. Three people are standing outside the food truck waiting for their food.

Behind Fafu, Washington Square’s beloved Chinese food truck

The story behind one of NYU’s most popular food trucks is an unfeigned testament to Chinese immigrants everywhere.
Megan Sim, Contributing Writer November 28, 2023

When you think of grabbing a quick bite from a food truck in New York City, you might immediately think of tacos, hot dogs or maybe even chicken over rice. But what if you could...

Two mooncakes are on a plate, sitting on a table. To the left of the photo there is a blue-and-white teapot.

Moonstruck for mooncakes at the Mid-Autumn Festival

It’s that time of the year again for having an excuse to only eat desserts for dinner: here are New York City’s best treats and eats for the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Andrea Lui and Jack Dai September 28, 2023

Contact Andrea Lui and Jack Dai at [email protected]  Map by Krish Dev.

Several people stand by the window on the Staten Island Ferry with the sun shining on them. In the background is the downtown Manhattan skyline.

The most picturesque MetroCard rides in New York City

The best views of the city skyline only cost $2.75.
Kevin Wu, Multimedia Editor March 27, 2023

A bowl of rice and Sinigang, a Filipino soup made of fish and vegetables, sit in a bowl on a counter with a mug in the background.

Cooking Your Way Home

A look at how memories and connections with food never leave us.
Sunny Sequeira, Under the Arch Editor October 20, 2022

Kent's Dumpling House, located on 220 E 14th St, serves Chinese comfort food. This location underwent renovations in 2019 and re-opened under its new name with new management. (Staff Photo by Manasa Gudavalli)

If you’re looking for comfort, come to Kent’s

Kent’s Dumpling House is a small business serving Chinese comfort food in a homespun atmosphere.
Felicity Huang, Staff Writer April 13, 2021

In the search for bubble tea on a sunny fall day, my friends and I stumbled into the first location for boba we saw on Google Maps — Kent’s Dumpling House. The sizzling sound...

Despite a restful winter break, there were definitely some things the culture desk missed about the city. (Staff photo by Chelsea Li)

Culture Desk Faves: What We Missed About the City

Winter break doesn’t last forever.

It’s easy to get burned out in New York. Winter break is a great time to return home and recharge. As we eat in our hometown diners and visit old friends, a part of us still...

Erasing History Through Appropriated Cuisine

Erasing History Through Appropriated Cuisine

Though Greenwich Village restaurant Lucky Lee’s has been consistently called out for its cultural insensitivity, it still remains popular among New Yorkers. Supporting businesses like this is an example of erasure of Chinese-American history.
Kenzo Kimura, Staff Writer October 29, 2019

Since April of this year, several New York City publications have called out Greenwich Village restaurant Lucky Lee’s for its blatant ripoff of Chinese cuisine. Maybe it’s...

Spicy chili soup from Szechuan Mountain House (Photos by Teresa Zhang)

Authentic Chinese Food Near NYU

The Lunar New Year is almost over, but these restaurants will be around for a while.
Teresa Zhang, Contributing Writer February 19, 2019

Whether you are a food lover looking for authentic Chinese cuisine or a student seeking comfort food from home, these five restaurants near NYU will immediately transport you to...

Ma La Tang, or "spicy numbing hot (soup)," is Peppercorn Kitchen's signature dish.

Szechuan From Around the Block at Peppercorn Kitchen

Valerie Tu, Contributing Writer September 26, 2018
Is Peppercorn Kitchen on Mercer worth a visit?
Mr. Bing is a new restaurant located on St. Marks Place and serves jianbings or “bings” which is a traditional Chinese street food that resembles a French crepe.

Mr. Bing: A New Food Culture

Sherry Yan, Staff Writer November 13, 2017
The famous Chinese street food Jianbing has opened up shop in New York City and is serving traditional Jianbings with a little twist.