Hear about the hot takes and candy opinions BU students have this Halloween season! By: Celine Wu Graphic by Sisi Chen Halloween is the one time of year where eating an ungodly amount of candy is completely justified. I personally think that Halloween candy beats out the candy of every other holiday, including Christmas, Valentine’s Day, and Easter. Every Halloween, there’s a sort of familiar ritual. You open a giant variety bag of candy, hand out the candy in small batches,

There’s so much more to autumn than pumpkins By: Elise Arko Graphic by Yeyoung Chang By Elise Arko We all know what it means when pumpkin spice hits the shelves: fall has officially begun. From cold brew to pancakes and even to popcorn, there seems to be no escape. I have to admit, pumpkin spice is good, but it gets old quickly, especially when there are so many other seasonal options stores that seem to miss out on. Even though the season of berries and watermelon has come

How frozen yogurt has become an affordable luxury in 2026 By: Ella Nenadic Graphic by Catarina Koehler 2026 marks the year ice cream’s cooler cousin, frozen yogurt (aka froyo), returns to the sweet treat spotlight. This is by no means the first time people have fallen in love with frozen yogurt but this time, it’s significantly different. When first introduced, frozen yogurt was marketed against ice cream. It was a light dessert, low in calories and fat, and something that pe

A BU student's guide to the Esplanade loop, and what to eat and drink before, during, and after By: Katie Sam Every third Monday in April, shops, schools, and certain streets close so Bostonians can cheer on Boston Marathon finishers. To prepare for such races—and races of much less severity—athletes balance their work-life with a training plan. These plans vary in detail, but they typically outline weekly running volume, strength training, and recovery. Most importantly, rac

An Inside Look at Working at an On-Campus Starbucks By: Yoni Andorsky Photo by Annebel Friedman I am an employee at the Warren Towers Starbucks, working two four-hour shifts per week. Now, I won’t specify which exact days and times, but let’s just say I work the morning rush. Everyone is aware of how busy that Starbucks (and others) can get, so, for the most part, customers will be very respectful and understanding. I specifically work on one of the two espresso machines, cra

For the Hungry, Late-Night Snack By Carina McCallum Photograph by Quinn Bryant There are only so many sugar cookies and cupcakes one student can take from the dining hall before dealing with the age-old dilemma: how to kill that late-night, sweet craving with only a dorm room and a microfridge? For the average college student, a trek to Insomnia Cookies might not always be the best move, and TruFru can become a bit too costly. Sometimes, the best option is to kill your hunger

Proceed with caution! By Katie Sam At the time I pitched this article, I settled on the idea of comparing the various BU dining halls. I mean, what’s more relatable to the food section of a collegiate literary magazine than an article on such places? And while this initial thought remains true, I’ve actually found the process of comparing the dining halls to be very subjective—to the point where my singular opinion seems almost trivial. In fact, I fear the only good coming ou

How Trends and Lifestyle Affect the Foods We Consume By Ella Nenadic Photograph by Emma Almaraz A new year signifies a fresh start, new goals, and new habits, but how do those resolutions find their ways into our kitchens? Every year, Whole Foods releases what they predict will be the biggest food trends based on consumer wants and needs. This year we see a continuation of past trends, but with a nutritious twist. In 2025 we saw a variety of trends—some for pure enjoyment an

Enter a New World Across the River! By Anika Mahansaria Photograph by Julien Pedro When most people think of Cambridge, the first thing that comes to mind is Harvard and MIT. However, as a self proclaimed food lover, I love taking weekly trips across the river to find the best underrated spots. In my four semesters at BU, I’ve found my most favourite restaurants across the river. Spot 1: Flour Bakery and Cafe , Massachusetts Avenue There are many Flour’s in Boston itself, but

Easy Breakfast Spots in Beantown for College Students By Yoni Andorsky Photograph by Emma Almaraz Brunch is more than just a combination of breakfast and lunch; it’s not simply a meal eaten between the two, either. Brunch is a phenomenon that takes over weekend mornings. Its slow-paced, leisurely nature makes it a special experience, rather than just a meal. Time must be set aside because going out to brunch is, essentially, a luxury. But what about us college students who