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

Washington Square News

People bike on a sunny evening on the street at Central Park.

Fall in love with these NYC autumn festivities

Calling all Violets — here’s your guide to having the perfect ’90s rom-com fall in Manhattan.
Maya Randolph, Contributing Writer October 4, 2023

With orange foliage and Halloweekend just around the corner, autumn is one of the best times of the year. It's the ideal time to enjoy the mild weather with friends before most...

Pumpkin is known for being versatile with many different recipes. NYU students dish on their favorite pumpkin-based recipes. (Photos by Juliana Guarracino)

NYU students’ go-to pumpkin recipes

NYU students share their favorite pumpkin recipes and what these festive dishes mean to them.
Juliana Guarracino, Staff Writer October 29, 2021

The leaves are crunchy, the weather is cool and everything is pumpkin-flavored. Every year, fall ushers in its annual wave of pumpkin-flavored goods. So why not embrace the theme...

Leaves change color in Central Park.

Fall-ing in Love

Liv Chai, Staff Writer October 10, 2017
Falling in love with Fall in NYC? Don't worry, so are we.
Pumpkins are known to be famous ingredients in dishes for the fall season.

Staff Recs: Best Seasonal Fall Dishes

WSN Staff October 20, 2016
In the spirit of the season (despite this week's unseasonable weather), WSN staff names their favorite fall foods.

[VIDEO] Making the perfect classic pumpkin pie

Kendall Levison, Dining Editor November 24, 2015
Celebrate Thanksgiving with a WSN video guide to making the holiday's signature dessert.

Five fall foods that are better than a PSL

Diamond Naga Siu, Contributing Writer October 13, 2015
Starbuck's isn't the only place to enjoy seasonal treats this fall.
Staff Recommendations: fall food favorites

Staff Recommendations: fall food favorites

November 5, 2014
WSN staff members share their picks on the best dishes to enjoy for fall.
Staff graphic by Cicek Erel and Kavish Harjai

Pumpkin spice latte makes early arrival

Anubhuti Kumar, Contributing Writer September 9, 2014
Starbucks releases its iconic fall drink a month early.
via flickr.com

Seasonal soups supply warmth in winter

November 5, 2013
Learn how to make coconut pumpkin soup and spicy tortilla soup.
Alyssa Vinzons for WSN

Spice up autumn treats with pumpkin recipes

October 29, 2013
Learn how to make pumpkin chai tea and tasted pumpkin seeds.
Jonathan Tan/WSN

Annual Pumpkin Fest attracts crowds to Central Park

Kavish Harjai, Staff Writer October 27, 2013
Central Park saw the annual Pumpkin Fest draw throngs of people on Saturday.
Courtesy of Rich Bowen via flickr.com

Best pumpkin treats in the city

October 22, 2012
Menus in restaurants, shops, and cafés all around the city now include seasonal pumpkin dishes.