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Keep New York City’s streets open
New York City did the right thing by opening the streets to pedestrians during the pandemic. The streets should stay open after the pandemic.
Kevin Kurian, Deputy Opinion Editor
• March 17, 2021
Local and Black-Owned Businesses
Under the Arch Staff
• September 28, 2020
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Blossom: For Vegans & Foodies Alike
The Blossom in Chelsea relocated in mid-August, bringing its entirely vegan menu to University Place. Its outpost on Columbus Avenue is still kicking.
Juliana Guarracino, Contributing Writer
• September 23, 2020
![The Nugget Spot, previously located at 230 E 14th street, announced they were officially closing their doors for good. The restaurant will be remembered for its "Sriracha Nugs" and its reliability to keep patrons coming back. (Staff Photo by Manasa Gudavalli)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/DSC_0616-900x600.jpg)
The Nugget Spot: Gone, but Never Forgotten
After operating out of the East Village for seven years, the Nugget Spot announced its permanent closure on Sept. 10.
Paul Kim, Dining Editor
• September 16, 2020
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The Joys and Responsibilities of Being a Restaurant Regular
Without help from the federal government, restaurants rely on their community for help. We cannot let them down.
Paul Kim, Dining Editor
• September 2, 2020
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Restaurants Need More Relief
If small restaurants are going to survive the pandemic, they’ll need more financial relief from the federal and state governments.
Gabby Lozano, Deputy Opinion Editor
• March 31, 2020
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Restaurant Face-Off: Tortaria vs. El Canterino
Located next to each other on University Place, which cantina will be crowned the winner in the ultimate campus Mexican food showdown?
Yusuf Husain, Contributing Writer
• October 15, 2019
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Sustainable Restaurants Persist, Despite Some Consumer Apathy
Even if the diners themselves aren’t embracing green initiatives, some restaurants are.
Paul Kim, Deputy Copy Chief
• May 6, 2019
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Top Five Food Trend Predictions for 2019
What’s new in 2019? Be in the know about up-and-coming food.
Arin Garland, Dining Editor
• January 30, 2019
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6 Sandwiches to Slay Your Hangover
Scott Hogan, Dining Editor
• August 26, 2018
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Full-Time Student, Part-Time Server
George Campbell, Contributing Writer
• April 16, 2018
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A Response to ‘Here’s a Tip, Don’t Tip Your Waiters’
Beth Sattur, Staff Writer
• March 7, 2018
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Jake Christy, Contributing Writer • February 11, 2025
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Brian Sanchez, Contributing Writer • February 11, 2025
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Vaishnavi Girish, Contributing Writer • February 11, 2025
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