Reliving the last night on the Titanic
Keira Wingate, Asst. Arts & Life Editor
July 27, 2019
A Titanic-themed event with a gourmet menu sure to have been served on the stunning ship 1912 – and cocktails strong enough to clean the palate with just one sip – was held in downtown Chicago at The Gage on July 22. Veronica Hinke, author of the book “The Last Night On The Titanic: Unsink...
Inside the charcoal coffee craze
Joey Cahue, Contributing Writer
May 6, 2019
A dash of glitter and an abyss of smoky black froth swirls around in a glossy white mug accompanied by a delicate golden teaspoon. The fresh vanilla scent and the laughter of other customers creates a homey feeling. That dash of glitter and abyss of smoky black froth aren’t the first things th...
Potatoes to the rescue
Keira Wingate, Contributing Writer
May 6, 2019
Whether it be a midnight snack or a holiday meal, potatoes give you many options to choose from, bringing you an instant rush of joy and a carb overload. Potatoes are the superhero of any meal, and each time they end up saving the day. You may be wondering how potatoes are even remotely related to...
Kaathis brings flavors of Kolkata to campus
Stacey Sheridan & Varsha Kadamandla, Contributing Writers
April 15, 2019
Kaathis, a new fast casual restaurant on the corner of Lincoln and Belden Avenues, offers a highly thought-out menu of fast, fresh and healthy bowls and rolls. It takes its name from the restaurant’s specialty: kaathi rolls. Consisting of skewered meats and vegetables wrapped in a flatbread called ...
Upscale breakfast spot Yolk to open Lincoln Park location in Chicago
Holyn Thigpen, Contributing Writer
April 8, 2019
Looking for a new restaurant to check out this quarter? Look no further: Yolk, a celebrated upscale breakfast chain and Chicago staple, is opening its ninth location at N. Fremont St. in Lincoln Park on April 22. Since its debut in 2006, Yolk has become beloved by Chicagoans for its colorful, revampe...
Bottoms up, Chicago
March 11, 2019
This year, Chicago’s glass is a little fuller. The city recently hopped to the top of the pack to become the brewing capital of the nation, according to a report released by the Brewer’s Association last December. The trade group counts 167 unique breweries in the Chicago area—leaving in the d...
Wahlbergs’ set sights on Chicago
Matthew Zaiff, Contributing Writer
February 25, 2019
Chicago is often regarded as the food capital of the United States. The Windy City is known for its; pizza, hot dogs, beef sandwiches and, most recently, burgers. Everyone has their preferences. However, a newcomer hopes to disrupt the market. Wahlburgers, the burger chain founded by chef Paul and...
Nearby restaurants ramp up
William Hopper, Contributing Writer
October 8, 2018
When you think of Chicago food, you probably think of all the big eats the city has: deep dish pizza, hot dogs with very specific toppings, and Italian beef (preferably dipped). However, perhaps now more than ever, the city is offering even more diverse options for hungry customers. From a student’s...
Late-night eats in Lincoln Park
May 14, 2018
If you’re sick of Dunkin Donuts and Starbucks sandwiches before your morning classes, look no further than Nighthawk AM for all of your gourmet breakfast needs. The child of California-born Nighthawk: Breakfast Bar, Nighthawk AM is a fast-casual dining spot located at 2273 N. Lincoln Ave. After ta...
Cooking her way through the glass ceiling
Amber Colón, Editor in Chief
May 7, 2018
If you’re looking for the city’s best flan but want to stay true to supporting Latinx-owned businesses, look no further than Casa Yari. Yari Vargas is the owner and chef of the Latin fusion restaurant located at 3268 W. Fullerton Ave. The food is a mixture of Vargas’ Puerto Rican, Guatemalan and Ho...
Sushi you donut want to miss
Lauren Taylor, Contributing Writer
April 23, 2018
Sushi donuts are not pastries – rather, they are sushi rolls formed into the shape of a donut. The only current location where someone would be able to find sushi donuts in Chicago is at Simply Thalia located inside Block 37 off of State Street. Simply Thalia’s menu features three different kinds ...
Beatrix Market brings variety to Loop campus
Mackenzie Born, Contributing Writer
April 9, 2018
DePaul students now have a new food option at the Loop campus after the Tuesday opening of Beatrix Market. Part of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, Beatrix Market has presented the perfect mix of convenience and variety for DePaul students and staff. Directly across the street the DePaul Loop campus o...
Bianca Cseke, Online Editor
August 8, 2019 • No Comments
A man who may be connected to the stabbing of a recent DePaul graduate near the Lincoln Park campus last...
Police: 7 injured in overnight shooting at Chicago park
August 4, 2019
Chicago police say seven people have been injured in an early morning shooting...
DePaul community ‘on heightened alert’ after recent crimes in Lincoln Park
August 2, 2019
The July 18 attack on a recent DePaul graduate near the Lincoln Park campus...
Chicago police release video of man wanted for questioning in attack on DePaul student
July 24, 2019
Chicago police are looking for a man who may have been involved in the July...