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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

An illustration of Sahana Vij in an apron with a platter on a pedestal. On the pedestal is a menu which reads “BAKE AWAY” and “SAHANA VIJ” which is covered in imagery of silverware .

How an NYU student raised funds for 500,000 meals by publishing a cookbook

Sahana Vij shares how she raised funds for more than 500,000 meals for children in need with her cookbook, “Bake Away.”
Rose Clarke, Contributing Writer April 25, 2023

When Sahana Vij, a sophomore who transferred to NYU, released a short cookbook in her senior year of high school, she didn’t expect it to raise enough money to donate over hundreds...

Wasting precious grocery in a time like now is no wise option, with COVID-19 causing grocery store shortages and job layoffs. Nonetheless, the recipes below may offer you a solution to the perishables at the back of your fridge. (Photo by Manasa Gudavalli)

Recipes to Reduce Food Waste

Make the most out of your sparse grocery trips with these food waste-reducing recipes.
Lauren Gruber, Dining Editor March 24, 2020

Overstocked on aubergines during your quarantine grocery trips? Not sure how to make use of your $7 organic strawberries after they’ve gone mushy? Between COVID-19 causing food...

It’s October, which means pumpkins and gourds of all shapes and sizes are available at the Union Square Greenmarket.

Fall Weather Brings Fresh Eats

Arundhathi Ajayan, Contributing Writer October 16, 2016
To welcome the season of fuzzy sweaters and orange leaves, here’s a guide to the produce of the season and how to enjoy them in your dorm.
Try this avocado toast with a twist to make your Valentine's Day a little more interesting.

Valentine’s Day Recipes That Won’t Break the Bank

Olivia Jane Roos, Contributing Writer February 12, 2016
A list of recipes to make for your valentine that are special yet easy to make!