Inside the charcoal coffee craze
Joey Cahue, Contributing Writer
May 6, 2019
Filed under Arts/Life, Food & Drink
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
Filed under Arts/Life, Food & Drink
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
Filed under Arts/Life, Food & Drink
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
Filed under Arts/Life, Food & Drink
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
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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
Filed under Arts/Life, Food & Drink
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
Filed under Arts/Life, Food & Drink
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
Filed under Arts/Life, Food & Drink
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
Filed under Arts/Life, Food & Drink
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
Filed under Arts/Life, Food & Drink
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
Filed under Arts/Life, Food & Drink
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...
Post-Paddy’s Day precautions
Ross Greer, Staff Writer
March 12, 2018
Filed under Arts/Life, Food & Drink
There is nothing quite like St. Patrick's Day in Chicago – just like there is no hangover quite like the day after. Whether you decide to spend your holiday at the parade in the Loop or marching around the city on a pub crawl, it’s more than likely you may have had a few too many drinks, and it...