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

Washington Square News

Chicken pieces garnished with sweet peppers and lemons.

Fossetta provides a moment to sneak away for carb-loaded solace

Fossetta in the Lower East Side is the perfect hideaway to enjoy focaccia and wine by candlelight, read alone at the bar or catch up with out-of-towners.
Bella Simonte, Contributing Writer March 14, 2024

At first glance, Fossetta looks like a mechanics garage with slightly better lighting and sanitation. The black rimmed floor-to-ceiling windows make it seem like the outside world...

Tarot cards originated as a party game, meaning they have no religious or spiritual origin. As such, tarot has come to mean different things to different people within the NYU community. (Photo by Graham Harris)

How tarot cards are making waves at NYU

Tarot cards actually don’t have mystical roots — however, they do give users at NYU the freedom to create the world they want to see.
Maggie Stutz, Contributing Writer September 29, 2021

Tarot cards actually don’t come from spiritual or religious roots — it was actually just a card game Italian aristocrats played at parties. Although some may be disappointed,...

Centered in a traditional Italian home, “Angie Aquavitae Is Aggravated and She Is Going to Tell You About It” is a one-woman show that presents a family in crisis. (Image via Wikimedia)

Angie Is Aggravated and I Understand Why

Sasha Cohen, Books & Theater Editor January 27, 2020

From Jan. 16-26, “Angie Aquavitae Is Aggravated and She Is Going to Tell You About It,” written and performed by A. Aquavitae, took the stage in Pless Hall. Produced by Gallatin...

Bill de Blasio is the king of New York. (Staff Illustration by Marva Shi)

Off-Third: Happy Alumni Weekend From Bill de Blasio

The NYU alumnus and self-proclaimed king of New York may not have been invited to NYU’s Alumni Weekend, but that’s not stopping him from advocating for his alma mater’s students.
Abby Hofstetter, Opinion Editor October 28, 2019

Happy Alumni Weekend from Off-Third, WSN’s satire section. Try not to take us too seriously. Bill de Blasio is the king of New York. At least that’s what he tells me. We’re...

Patsy's Pizza on University Place recently closed its doors, though other locations remain open.

Patsy’s Pies Rest in Peace

Taylor Nicole Rogers, Editor-at-Large September 10, 2018
Taylor Nicole Rogers says goodbye to Patsy's, her favorite Italian restaurant.
The Duomo.

Day in the Life: Florence

Carine Zambrano, Abroad Editor March 29, 2018
Did you ever wonder what is it like spending a semester at NYU Florence? Find out about a typical day at the abroad site.
De Blasio’s Columbus Conundrum

De Blasio’s Columbus Conundrum

Alison Zimmerman, Deputy Opinion Editor January 29, 2018
De Blasio's decision to leave the Christopher Columbus monument and add an indigenous peoples' monument strikes a compromise on a controversial subject.
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
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

SPS freshman combines Indian, Italian cuisine

Rhiddi Keralia, Contributing Writer March 10, 2015
Student's signature dish fuses Italian and Indian cuisines.
Burrata can be simply prepared with sliced tomatoes and fresh basil.

Unique cheese comes to NYC

Caroline Ogulnick, Staff Writer November 25, 2014
Unique, Italian cheese burrata is making waves in NYC dining.
Best shops for enjoying classic Italian dessert

Best shops for enjoying classic Italian dessert

Morgan Sperry, Contributing Writer September 23, 2014
The Festival of San Gennaro offers delicious cannoli that can be found year-round.