This semester, I took a class called “Cities and Food” as part of my Nutrition minor. An anthropological class at heart, one of our assignments was to write field notes on a food provisioning experience. Luckily, I had a reservation at one of my favorite restaurants (possibly ever). Enjoy! A friend’s birthday called for a… Continue reading Sarma-ian Dining: Urbanization and Globalization in Somerville
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Lights, Notepad, Action: The Theatrics of Boston’s Two Markets
This semester, I took a class called “Cities and Food” as part of my Nutrition minor. An anthropological class at heart, one of our assignments was to do a “thick description” of Boston’s Public Market and Haymarket. This included taking field notes, talking to vendors, and soaking up the scene. Read below for my theatrical… Continue reading Lights, Notepad, Action: The Theatrics of Boston’s Two Markets
LONDON PART 2: A GUIDE TO THE CITY’S BEST EATS … CONTINUED
Maybe it’s because I’m a LondonerThat I love London so If my life had a soundtrack to it, “Maybe It’s Because I’m a Londoner” by Davy Jones would certainly have a spot on the list. The last time I visited London feels like worlds away: it was pre-pandemic and pre-college. This time, I set out… Continue reading LONDON PART 2: A GUIDE TO THE CITY’S BEST EATS … CONTINUED
Fig-uring it out: Locating Taste in an Alien Flower
This semester, I’m taking a class called “Food Systems” as part of my Nutrition minor. For one assignment, we were asked to locate taste of a single ingredient. Lucky me – because this project perfectly coincided with a very exciting time in my family’s garden. The ensuing account follows the three stages of before, during,… Continue reading Fig-uring it out: Locating Taste in an Alien Flower
Eastah Weekend, Massachusetts Style: A quick guide to Salem and insider Cambridge eats
A couple weeks ago, my family came to visit me in Boston. As always, I had crafted a master eating journey for us to follow. Here it is! SALEM First off, we headed to Salem (only thirty minutes away) to see some of the exhibits at the Peabody Essex Museum, which has to be one… Continue reading Eastah Weekend, Massachusetts Style: A quick guide to Salem and insider Cambridge eats
Restaurant Review: Sottocasa, Brooklyn
I am interrupting this week’s international cuisine series with a little exploration in Brooklyn. On July 12th, my grandparents celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary and after being in quarantine for so long, we decided to safely celebrate and follow the story of their marriage starting from the beginning.
Best Stands at the Vegan Market in Somerville, MA
Admist finals season, I decided a break was called for – somewhere away from the libraries and study spaces overflowing with stressed students. Then, something divine came my way: Facebook sent me Vegan Market in Somerville. I looked up how far it was from Tufts – 40 minute walk – and decided that it… Continue reading Best Stands at the Vegan Market in Somerville, MA
Dining hall hacks for the gluten & dairy-free collegians
At the beginning of the year, dining halls are exciting – so much food! so many options! – until you realize that you’re oftentimes eating the same breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day to the point that your palate cannot distinguish any flavor. Let’s face it, after a day full of classes, it’s definitely tempting… Continue reading Dining hall hacks for the gluten & dairy-free collegians
Eating Guide: Boston’s Yummiest Restaurants
I love when my family visit me up in Boston. Seeing them is priceless, but let’s get real – after a month of dining hall food, going to the (right) restaurants is a heavenly experience. That said, however, Boston’s specialty foods – lobster rolls, baked beans, and cream pies – aren’t friendly for the dairy-free,… Continue reading Eating Guide: Boston’s Yummiest Restaurants
London: A guide to the city’s best eats
I LOVE LONDON. On our most recent trip, my mom and I went to the British city. For two years, I had been meticulously researching and planning every day down to the hour (literally). And while Britain isn’t typically known as a hotspot for food, I had some of the best meals of my life,… Continue reading London: A guide to the city’s best eats