Playlists
Ego
Ariel Djanikian's Story is an Experiment in Exploration
From a chemistry major to an award–winning author, Djanikian discovered her true calling as a storyteller at Penn.
by GEMMA LEVY
Style
Chengdu Famous Food Sports Classic Dishes With a Modern Vibe
This University City restaurant offers great Chinese cuisine just a few minutes from campus.
by JEAN PARK and NISHANTH BHARGAVA
Style
Friendships in College and Beyond
The magic of friendship may be gone, but the importance remains.
by CLAIRE KIM
Focus
From Hot Pockets to Hot Meals
At The Community Grocer, a freshly cooked meal is combatting Philadelphia food insecurity.
by GEMMA LEVY
Style
A Bowl to Ramen–ber
Neighborhood Ramen offers homemade ramen with a community touch.
by BOBBY MCCANN
Style
A Twist on Traditional American Cuisine
Lucky’s Last Chance has made a name for themselves with extravagantly risky food pairings.
by ELLIE MEYER
Television
A Slightly Unhinged Recap Of Riverdale
If you want to know what happened in Riverdale but don’t want to watch almost 100 hours of TV, I’ve got your back.
by ISAAC POLLOCK
Style
French–Canadian Cuisine by Loyal Philadelphians
The French–inspired bistro My Loup balances the unique palate of French cuisine with grounded homestyle dishes.
by AMY LUO
Style
Cloud Cups: Heaven in a Spoonful
This Fishtown–based business has mastered the art of gelato.
by THU PHAM
Ego
Ego of the Week: Milan Chand
This senior is opening the door to mental health conversations one smile at a time.
by PARIN KEERTHI
Style
The Great Korean Fried Chicken Showdown of University City
Three wings enter, one wing leaves.
by STEVEN LI
Style
Fusion Without Fusion
Mexican–American restaurant El Fuerte de Loreto has perfected the craft of these two cuisines.
by CLAIRE KIM
Style
Savor Authentic Brazilian Delights at Picanha Steakhouse
A culinary journey to Brazil in the heart of Center City
by LUIZA LOUBACK
Style
Putting a Vegan Twist on Classic Latin–American Dishes
Bar Bombón strikes the perfect culinary balance between tradition and innovation.
by CHLOE NORMAN
Music
Love is a Pick–Up Truck
An elaboration on country music’s favorite lyrical device
by ANANYA VARSHNEYA
Arts
"Cookbooks and Convos" at Philadelphia’s Finest
Sisterly Love’s event series amplified female voices, dishes, and accomplishments this fall.
by JESSA GLASSMAN
Television
In Defense of Riverdale
Taking a look at the much–maligned show after seven seasons of murder, mayhem, and all–American camp
by ISAAC POLLOCK
Letter
Letter From the Editor, November 2023
On cooking with words, writing with food, and everything in between.
by ARIELLE STANGER
Focus
Sparking Social Change One Cup of Coffee at a Time
How Blew Kind is using coffee and art to galvanize civic discourse within the Philadelphia community
by CHLOE NORMAN
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