Vice & Virtue
Singha–ing Its Praises
Since the dreadful loss of Saigon as a viable BYO option during Fling last year, students have been yearning for the return of the drunken noodle experience.
Boxers, not Briefs
Where you'll find plenty of boys, biceps and cheap drinks
A Different Kind of R&R
Steven Starr has a sensual side, and you’ll find it at this pricey speakeasy–style bar.
Bardot is So-So
Sexy doesn’t quite cut it at this French eatery.
Getting Potlucky At Penn
Potluck however the hell you want. Here are the basics to get you on your way.
I Love Potlucks, AND YOU SHOULD TOO
Chant: “I am a grown–ass (wo)man! I don’t need a dining plan!”
Inside the Mangina of UArts
Street decided to take a break from Bridge Cafe to try another on–campus dining option: University of the Arts' premier dining hall, Mangia, affectionately called Mangina. Located in the middle of UArts' Center City campus, Mangia is their version of Bridge, Commons and Hill, all mashed together, but cheap.
Blind Taste Test: Rum
Rum A: Appleton Estate Gold Jamaican Rum ($12.99 for 750ml) Emily: It’s like I set my tongue on fire...and then maybe ate gravel? Alex: uncomfortably sweet, like a very awkward smile Ryan: tastes like ass.
Stories from the ‘Gina
Reema, a freshman at UArts, gives us the rundown on Mangia, from the suggestive name to the bat problems.
Meals for When the Cocktail is Too Big
Here are some (relatively) low–cal pairings for those cocktails that break the calorie count bank.
Cocktails That Could Be Meals
White Russian Where: Vintage Wine Bar & Bistro, 129 South 13th Street How much: $9.00 How many ~438 calories The drink you get when... You’re on a first date and all you plan to order is dessert...I mean alcohol. Mandarin Martini Where: Stratus Lounge, 433 Chestnut Street How much: $12.00 How many ~328 calories The drink you get when... You want to crash a wedding party and realize the food is only for those invited.
How to Throw a Pop–Up Dinner
Amanda Schulman gives us the skinny on how to fatten up friends, strangers and (pontential?) lovers.
Make Your Popcorn...Pop
BYO these bad boys and you'll be the most popular person at the Rave
Drink of the Week: Pop Rock-arita
Drink of the Week: Pop Rock-arita Ingredients: 1 packet of cherry Pop Rocks 1/2 cup of bing cherries 1 1/2 ounces of tequila 1 ounce of cherry liqueur 1 tbsp of agave syrup 1 tbsp of lime juice A pinch of sugar Directions: Lightly crush one packet of Pop Rocks.
Two Blind Daters Review Cuba Libre (and Each Other)
We set up two freshman, Alex Bendix and Michael Katzovitz, on a blind date at Old City's Cuba Libre.
Drink of the Week: Godiva Chocolate Truffletini
For all you chocoholics out there, this drink will make your toes curl.
Fuck Your Pinterest
Anyone with a Tinder or real estate catalogue knows that pictures lie, but nowhere is it more apparent than with the recipes pinned on Pinterest.
Five Philly Food Instas You Should Follow
Here are your soon–to–be favorite Philly food pornographers.
