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The interior of a ramen shop, with tables and an open kitchen. A person stands in the kitchen cooking.

Noodle nirvana: Ramen shops near campus you can’t miss

From your standard chashu, noodles and broth to deconstructive twists, here are some local ramen shops that deserve your attention.
Aidan Levin, Contributing Writer Feb 15, 2024

As we’re in the midst of winter, nothing warms the soul like a steaming bowl of mouthwatering noodles, rich broth and succulent slabs of pork belly. The ramen craze has been...

An illustration of a laptop and a mug on a purple background. On the laptop is an image of a woman and a man eating noodles with chopsticks.

Off the Radar: Ramen, ambition and love in ‘Tampopo’

Off the Radar is a weekly column surveying overlooked films available to students for free via NYU’s streaming partnerships. “Tampopo” is available to stream on Kanopy and Max.
Mick Gaw, Film & TV Editor Jan 26, 2024

As NYU students find themselves reluctantly scurrying past frozen patches of sewage on their way to an 8 a.m. class, they all yearn for summer warmth. While a sunny picnic at the...

Finding nostalgia through noodles

If you’re tired of cup noodles from Sidestein, try these homemade ramen recipes.
Kaisei Arai, Contributing Writer Mar 28, 2023

As a Japanese person, ramen holds a special place in my heart. While ramen is often consumed in the United States in the form of instant packets, it has a far richer, deeper history...

Dining Editor Gabby made some dal last week. Midterms are a stressful time for students, but meals should not be skipped. (Staff Photo by Gabby Lozano)

Midterms aren’t an excuse to skip meals

The stress from midterms can sometimes cause us to prioritize our work over our health.
Gabby Lozano, Dining Editor Mar 26, 2021

We’ve all been there. It’s 9 a.m. and you have an eight-page paper due in the afternoon. You haven’t started yet, but it’s okay. The time crunch gives you the rush of adrenaline...

The Steak Mazemen at Niche, located on 172 Delancey St., with a poached egg is priced at $23. (Photo by Taylor Jeffries)

New Mazemen Restaurant Is Just Overpriced, Brothless Ramen

Mazemen at Niche fails to a-maze.
Taylor Jeffries, Staff Writer Apr 10, 2019

Renowned ramen chef Shigetoshi Nakamura introduced New Yorkers to a new take on ramen with a style called ‘mazemen’ at his restaurant, Niche. Mazemen is a dish that omits most...

(Photo by Elaine Chen)

Ippudo’s Renowned Ramen Fails to Impress

The Japanese chain Ippudo falls short in the United States.
Elaine Chen, Staff Writer Feb 27, 2019

I was watching snow fall outside, blanketing the New York City skyline through the window of Ippudo, a restaurant famous for its traditional Japanese ramen. Taking a spoonful of...

There are a number of ways to spice up your bowl of ramen, like adding vegetables, meat or spices.

How to Dress up Your Ramen

Amelia McBain, Contributing Writer Sep 14, 2017
Ramen is the ultimate college food. To switch things up a little bit, try one of our writers' suggestions to make your ramen delicious and full of flavor!
A cup of soup can often be the solution to a freezing day in New York City. Many restaurants near campus offer a variety of warm soups.

Eat Your Way Around Each Dorm: Soup

Anthony Yi, Contributing Writer Feb 21, 2017
Is the cold winter air seeping into your bones? Check out this list of broths, stews and noodles that are sure to keep you warm and toasty.

Cooked up in a Dorm Room: 6 Easy-to-Make Recipes

Hester Yang, Contributing Writer Feb 15, 2017
Between classes, work, internships, and social life, most students don't have the time or energy to cook a proper meal. Check out these quick hacks to make cooking in a college dorm easy, simple and foolproof.
Food mashups like the ramen burger and sushi nachos are great, but are they really worth it? Reviewers of the birthday cake croissant from Union Fare Gastrohall seem to think so.

Food Mashups: Looking Beyond the Trend

Tiffanie Hwang, Staff Writer Feb 13, 2017
Food mashups have been growing in popularity in the New York City food scene. Although a few mashups have proven successful, some NYU students think that mashups don't always live up to the hype.
For only $13, the miso ramen at Dojo includes corn, scallions, seaweed, bamboo shoots, an egg, pork belly, and enough noodles to fill anyone up.

Top Ramen Spots Near Campus

Angela Liao, Contributing Writer Oct 11, 2016
Winter season has approached and once again we find ourselves battling against chilly winds. Here is a list of the five best ramen spots found near campus and why they will help you survive the coldness.
Lucky Charms and Saltines are both great long-lasting snacks you can purchase so you can stay in your dorm when hungry.

8 Essential Dorm Room Foods That Will Last

Diamond Naga Siu, Deputy News Editor Mar 23, 2016
Diamond Naga Siu explains the best nonperishable dorm food options.

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